|
|
SUPPORT ZPOST BY DOING YOUR TIRERACK SHOPPING FROM THIS BANNER, THANKS! |
Post Reply |
|
Thread Tools | Search this Thread |
05-18-2017, 02:28 PM | #1 |
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
► New Stronger & Lighter SM-10 & FL-5 Wheels by APEX
Last year APEX worked with the community to develop a new and improved track wheel. Over 700 of you took our lengthy survey and we ended up moving forward with both proposals instead of just one. You wanted a wheel that was lighter and stronger than our more recent designs. The SM-10 and FL-5 were developed based on your feedback.
Both wheels arrive early-mid June 2017, and we’re already working on expanding the number of available sizes. Feature Highlights:
Style is the lowest priority on our list. We prioritize function over form. These wheels keep the superior BBK clearance of our older EC-7 design. Brembo 380mm and other 380mm kits can clear. We beefed up the inner lip by adding extra material, resulting in better protection again bends during serious abuse. These Evolution line designs are produced via flow-forming. This process roll forges the barrels, reducing weight and gives the wheel the strength it needs take on the street and the track. SM-10 Sizes and Specifications The SM-10 combines a straight 10-spoke design with “I” beam machining to produce a lightweight wheel that is a departure from our traditional mesh styles. Multiple face profiles continue to provide superior big brake clearance and maximized concavity for all sizes.
Profile 3 Face FL-5 Sizes and Specifications The FL-5 takes advantage of Dual Flow Forming plus our newest “I” beam machining technique. Still a one-piece wheel, the Dual Flow Forming strengthens both inner and outer barrels while maximizing front lip depth for each unique width and offset
Deep Lip Gallery Click the images to view more finish options on Flickr
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey Last edited by Expert@ApexWheels; 11-15-2021 at 02:16 PM.. |
06-01-2017, 03:29 PM | #2 |
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
We love the new design of our SM-10 and FL-5 wheels! Here are some up close beauty shots of the new I Beam Machining on the spokes :thumbsup2:
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey |
Appreciate
0
|
06-04-2017, 10:59 PM | #5 |
Captain
424
Rep 735
Posts |
Both wheels look great!
I wish you could have maximized the concavity of the FL-5 by eliminating the lip on one version (deep lip - medium lip - no lip). I just love the way the lug holes line up on the split spokes of the 5
__________________
Current ///M: 2017 M3 Ultimate Past ///M Cars: E92 M3 ZCP 'CDN LRP' E85 Z4M-R ... E92 M3 ZCP Frozen ... E90 M3 ... E46 M3 Cab ... E46 M3 ZCP ... E46 M3 Last edited by scrammer; 06-04-2017 at 11:11 PM.. |
Appreciate
0
|
06-05-2017, 04:06 PM | #6 | ||
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
Quote:
Quote:
-Matt
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey |
||
Appreciate
0
|
06-05-2017, 04:09 PM | #7 |
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
Check out these detail shots of our FL-5 wheels which showcase the new "I" beam machined spokes, and the new lip design!
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey |
Appreciate
0
|
06-05-2017, 10:18 PM | #8 |
Lieutenant General
2387
Rep 12,635
Posts
Drives: Z4 M, X5, GX460
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: CT
iTrader: (100)
Garage List E86 Z4 M [10.00]
F15 X5 xDrive35i [9.17] F10 550i (Retired) [9.17] F25 X3 xDrive35i (R ... [9.43] E82 135is (Retired) [9.53] E85 Z4 M (Retired) [9.41] E90 328i xDrive (Re ... [9.25] E86 Z4 3.0si (Retired) [8.93] |
FL5's are the best looking out of the Apex lineup IMO...
|
Appreciate
1
kaybat127.50 |
06-07-2017, 05:25 PM | #9 |
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
We appreciate the feedback! We think they look great
-Matt
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey |
Appreciate
0
|
06-07-2017, 05:35 PM | #10 |
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
Here is another great shot showing the differences between the FL-5 and SM-10 wheels!
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey |
Appreciate
0
|
06-08-2017, 05:09 PM | #11 |
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
Here is a first look of the SM-10 and FL-5 wheels in the Satin Black finish!
Sm-10: FL-5:
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey |
Appreciate
0
|
06-09-2017, 05:11 PM | #12 |
Second Lieutenant
80
Rep 270
Posts |
SM-10 hands down best looking wheel. FL-5 is a tad too mustang for my tastes, but still a great alternative. I hope someone powders a set bronze soon!
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-13-2017, 02:05 PM | #13 | |
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
Quote:
-Matt
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey |
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-13-2017, 02:06 PM | #14 |
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
Here is a comparison of all of the available finishes on the SM-10 and FL-5 wheels:
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey |
Appreciate
0
|
06-20-2017, 11:24 AM | #15 |
Get off my lawn
965
Rep 1,183
Posts
Drives: 6MT
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: USA
|
Should have these mounted next week on my blue Z4MC - will be sure to take lots of pictures!
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-20-2017, 12:20 PM | #16 |
Midlife Crises Racing Silent but Deadly Class
1827
Rep 5,337
Posts
Drives: 2006 MZ4C, 2021 Tesla Model 3
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Welcome to Jamaica have a nice day
|
Is this still slated for an August/September delivery? If so it might be a better fit for me than the ET30 9.0" wheels. I'll have to take a few measurement first.
__________________
Sitting on a beat-up office chair in front of a 5 year old computer in a basement floor, sipping on stale coffee watching a bunch of meaningless numbers scrolling aimlessly on a dimly lit 19 monitor.
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-28-2017, 04:34 PM | #17 | ||
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
Quote:
Quote:
-Matt
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey |
||
Appreciate
0
|
06-28-2017, 04:35 PM | #18 |
Major General
3783
Rep 7,080
Posts |
Here are some on-car pictures of the FL-5 wheels on a Z4M
__________________
925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com
Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers /// ML-10 Survey |
Appreciate
0
|
06-28-2017, 07:07 PM | #19 |
Lieutenant General
2444
Rep 11,667
Posts |
Is the SM10 18x9.5” ET35 - Face2 0r 3
It would be nice if you added the profile for each wheel on the list
__________________
'21 M2C Hockenheim Silver
'18 718 Cayman S Lava Orange (sold) '13 E92 M3 Santorini Blue (sold) '07 Z4 M Coupe Alpine White (sold) |
Appreciate
0
|
06-28-2017, 08:29 PM | #20 | |
Lieutenant Colonel
510
Rep 1,548
Posts |
Quote:
It's SM-10 18x9.5 ET35 is Type 2 face.
__________________
FB Group-- > fb.com/groups/z4group Instagram --> @Skyermotorsport FB Page-- > fb.com/Skyermotorsport |
|
06-29-2017, 07:44 PM | #21 |
Midlife Crises Racing Silent but Deadly Class
1827
Rep 5,337
Posts
Drives: 2006 MZ4C, 2021 Tesla Model 3
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Welcome to Jamaica have a nice day
|
That wheel looks like it just BELONGS on the Z.
__________________
Sitting on a beat-up office chair in front of a 5 year old computer in a basement floor, sipping on stale coffee watching a bunch of meaningless numbers scrolling aimlessly on a dimly lit 19 monitor.
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-30-2017, 11:15 AM | #22 |
salty cowboys fan
6669
Rep 3,579
Posts |
Lordy, I might have to get a set of these. Spokes look great, wonder if they're a bitch to clean lol
__________________
shes home! '22 M4 Comp xDrive
|
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|