New member-need help asap!!

[E34 530]

Alright here's my problem. I recently put style 32's (originally found on the e39 540's)on my e34. The rear tires are 255 and are the tires that came on the rims when I bought them. The front tires are brand new and are 235. Even at slow speeds I hear a kind of "whining or whurring" noise. I can't really explain the noise. Could this be a rubbing issue, and if so, what would the tires be rubbing on??? I had the wheels balanced on a Hunter Roadforce machine and I thought that would cure the noise and the slight vibration at about 65 mph. Every once in a while, I hear a "ping". The ping noise is somewhat random and happens even after I am outside of the car .(About 2 minutes after turning the car off.) I also have hubcentric rings installed. I know you guys have 255's in the rear so what could the problem be??? Should I replace the rear tires??? I read all of the other threads about a slight shimmy and I ruled out the possibility of worn parts because my car only has 55k miles and the problem NEVER existed before I put the new rims on. BicycleFreak if you are out there give me a hand. I know you had the same rims on your green 540!! Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[Kalevera]

The rear tires are probably junky...let me guess -- Kumho Ecsta 712s?! :)

If the tires were rubbing, the rears would be against the fender or (unlikely) against the spring perch.

Check the bearings to rule out the noise coming from them.


Welcome!

best, whit

[E34 530]

indubially(sp??) correct my friend :) kumho 712's. Also, only have (about) a finger width of room between the spring perch and the tire. Is this normal??

[632 Regal]

read above...close and JUNKY tires can cause the probs your having.

[Alexlind123]

The ping might be the brake rotors cooling down, if the car is stopped this is almost certainly the case. That or the exhaust.

[uscharalph]

The rear tires are probably junky...let me guess -- Kumho Ecsta 712s?! :)

If the tires were rubbing, the rears would be against the fender or (unlikely) against the spring perch.

Check the bearings to rule out the noise coming from them.


Welcome!

best, whit
Wow, I guy at the tire place (I used to go to) tried to sell me those Kuhmos. I had no idea.

[E34 530]

Kumho tires aren't all that bad. I was just being cheap and try to save a few bucks by only buying new front tires. The front tires are as smooth as butter on a hot frying pan lol. (Pretty crappy analogy). Even though I only put them on 1 month ago I am falling in love with Rondell #72's. My parents would KILL me (I'm only 17) if I told them I was buying new rims again because they thought it was completely unnecessary. Pic's will follow when I get the clear indicators on. The front ones just might be the biggest pain in the ass ever. I'll just put an old pic of my car with the carrera 4s for now.

[E34 530]

I'm not sure about the rotors because I never heard the noise before I put the new rims on.

[Gayle]

That is great that your car only has 55k. And good for you for filling out the user profile.

You are a new member. Have you had your car long?

[E34 530]

Hey, Thanks for welcoming me. I have had the car since I got my license in March of 05. I have only done a few mods (and a few repairs) such as new rims, Euro tails and turning indicators, and Eurotrim.) I definately plan on more mods, I just have to keep working at Eckerd Pharmacy and keep detailing cars. -sigh- (Money is tight while being 17 lol) My next "mod" is to get all the dings pulled out because the previous owner parked the car on the streets on New York City.

[Kalevera]

Well, to be fair, a lot of people rave about the supra 712s. Winfred uses them and I think he likes them.

Mine were included with the style 5s, used, with lots of feathering and flat spots. They're also ungodly noisy. They've recently been the source of an occasional brake shimmy, as well. So, they were junk to begin with and have needed replacement for a while. I've driven about 10,000 miles on them and it really is time for a new set of tires.

If you dislike the wheels, might as well sell them, recoup what money you can and buy what you like.

best, whit

[E34 530]

I think I will just buy a new set of rear tires. Don't get me wrong, I like the rims, especially on a silver car, but I am just starting to really like Hamann HM2's or Rondell# 72's.

[Kalevera]

The HM2s are very nice. I considered a few sets of those.

Wait until mid to late fall, when people start putting snow tires on their cars. You'll probably find a good deal on the 'bay.

best, whit

[E34 530]

Anyone know where I can Hamann Hm 2's or Rondell #72's for a decent price?? Anyone know if replicas are available? Thanks for the info.

[uscharalph]

Hey, Thanks for welcoming me. I have had the car since I got my license in March of 05. I have only done a few mods (and a few repairs) such as new rims, Euro tails and turning indicators, and Eurotrim.) I definately plan on more mods, I just have to keep working at Eckerd Pharmacy and keep detailing cars. -sigh- (Money is tight while being 17 lol) My next "mod" is to get all the dings pulled out because the previous owner parked the car on the streets on New York City.
Whose Porsche?

[E34 530]

Dad

[Jason]

check www.thewheelexchange.com for the Hammann and the rondells

[E34 530]

Thanks for the info.

[Kalevera]

Anyone know where I can Hamann Hm 2's or Rondell #72's for a decent price?? Anyone know if replicas are available? Thanks for the info.
What is a "decent" price? I was prepared to pay $1100 for a set of used chromed HM2s with newer rubber last May. I also considered a set that needed two new tires, non chromed HM2s, for $800 around the same time. Prices may have changed; the market for wheels is so finicky.

best, whit

[Gayle]

Dad

Is Dad having a mid-life crisis?