These BMW 5×120 wheel spacers essentially increase the track width. A wider track means more grip in almost every application. Even if you don’t change the tires, the more track width, the better the handling of curves and swerving. Generally, vehicles prefer to have wider track widths to reduce the rolling tendency and enhance stability.
For those who intend to improve the performance and appearance of their cars with a small budget, BMW 5×120 wheel spacers will be your best option. As long as you use top-quality wheel spacers and install them properly, everything is fine. If you have basic mechanical proficiency, you can install wheel spacers yourself and save money.
How to Install BMW 5×120 Wheel Spacers Safely?
- Park the vehicle on level ground. Turn off the engine, and pull up the handbrake. Make sure that the surrounding environment of the vehicle is safe and free from interference;
- Loosen the wheel bolts with a lug wrench in a star pattern (a special socket will be needed if you are using locking wheel bolts);
- Use a jack to lift the vehicle, and keep the tires 20mm away from the ground. Place a tripod on the bottom of the vehicle to ensure safety;
- Remove the wheel bolts and the wheels. It is a good chance to clean the axle hub. Use rust remover and sandpaper and other tools to clean the rust, debris;
- Place the spacer onto the hub, ensuring it sits flush and aligns with the hub assembly.
- Pro tips: It is recommended to use a wheel hanger to locate the wheel holes.
- Carefully reinstall the wheel, tightening the wheels with extended wheel bolts.
- Lower the vehicle back onto the ground.
- Using a torque wrench to tighten the wheel bolts in a star or criss-cross pattern to the manufacturer’s recommended torque specifications.
- Repeat the process for the remaining wheels.
- After installing BMW 5×120 wheel spacers, check and confirm the proper alignment and function of your wheels and tires before driving.
- It is always a great idea to re-torque the wheel spacers after 50-100 miles of driving.
What Brand Makes the Best BMW 5×120 Wheel Spacers?
There are various wheel spacers in the automotive market, but the BONOSS brand stands out in terms of precision and performance. With over 18 years of manufacturing experience and 1800+ drawing updates, BONOSS provides the best BMW 5×120 wheel spacers. There are several key advantages that make their spacers a top choice.
1. Extreme Lightweight for More Benefits
As we all know, lighter spacers are better. BONOSS forged lightweight plus BMW 5×120 wheel spacers machined with “Hollow Carved” holes. This design provides obviously lightweight effect while maintaining high strength. Compared with the previous production, they have reduced at least 20% weight. The “Lightweight Plus” design is a beneficial upgrade.
2. Aerospace Materials for Improved Strength
Unlike those cheap casting spacers, BONOSS forged lightweight plus BMW 5×120 wheel spacers are exceptionally strong, making them very durable. Due to the super forging process, BONOSS forged 7075-T6 aluminum spacers feature an ultimate tensile strength of 74000-78000 psi (510-572 MPa). They won’t break easily.
3. Precisely Machined for No Deviation
BONOSS forged lightweight plus BMW 5×120 wheel spacers are CNC machined, precision at 0.02mm, which makes the hub-centric lip more accurate, perfectly fits the wheel hub, and provides a snug connection between the wheel and vehicle hub, reducing the chances of vibrations.
Final Verdict: Elevate Your Vehicle with BONOSS
With these outstanding advantages, it’s clear that BONOSS forged lightweight plus BMW 5×120 wheel spacers offer exceptional safety, durability, and professionalism. Whether you’re upgrading the aesthetics or improving the ride quality, choosing BONOSS ensures that you get a product that meets the highest standards of performance and quality.
(Hi, I’m Kevin Brian, an experienced mechanical engineer. All articles, images, and videos are human-produced to ensure the best user experience. They are not generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) Models or tools.)
