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07-31-2020, 07:55 PM | #1 |
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***9658; APEX | Introducing The All-New Forged EC-7R Subaru 5x100 Wheel Line
Introducing The All-New Forged APEX EC-7R 5x100 Wheels Engineered Specifically For Your Subaru We're very excited to officially release our first line of forged wheels engineered specifically for your WRX/BRZ chassis. For over 13 years now our mission at APEX has been to provide weekend track warriors and competitive w2w racers with lightweight, durable wheels at affordable pricing. Our new line of forged wheels builds upon these principles, now enhanced with the benefits of forged manufacturing. The EC-7R is packed with new functional and aesthetic features, and most importantly, they meet the demands of WRX/BRZ owners. You asked for wheels with a concave face profile that still had the ability to clear the factory BRZ PP Brembo brakes without the need for spacers, and we listened. These wheels were built to withstand the repetitive abuse drivers cycle wheels through on the race track. Many manufacturers rely on the word "forged" to imply strength when their actual load ratings are just as low as cast wheels. Our EC-7R wheels were designed from the start to have measurably higher load ratings so they don't just sound stronger, they are stronger. This thread aims to educate the community on all the EC-7R has to offer, and to share photography so you can get a better sense of just how good these look on-car. Please feel free to ask questions along the way. [/color]
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07-31-2020, 07:55 PM | #2 |
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Shoot Details EC-7R 18x9.5" ET40 in Satin Gold Red APEX center caps 265/35-18 Michelin PS4S ISC Race Coilovers Camber -3º F. / -2.8º R. STI BBK Last edited by APEXRaceParts; 08-19-2020 at 04:01 PM. |
07-31-2020, 08:01 PM | #3 |
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Shoot Details EC-7R 18x9.5" ET40 in Satin Gold Red APEX center caps 265/35-18 Michelin PS4S MCS 2WNR coilovers Camber -3.5º F. / -2.8º R. |
08-11-2020, 08:28 PM | #4 |
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Shoot Details EC-7R 18x9.5" ET40 in Satin Gold 265/35-18 Michelin PS4S Cusco Zero 3X coilovers SPL rear lower control arms Camber -2.8º F. / -2.4º R. Shoot Details EC-7R 17x9.5" ET40 in Anthracite 255/40-17 Nitto NT01 Red APEX center caps CSG Spec Tein Flex A coilovers Verus rear lower control arms Camber -3º F. / -2º R. |
08-17-2020, 04:52 PM | #5 |
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WHY APEX FORGED WHEELS HAVE UNPAINTED KNURLED BEADS Knurling on race wheels isn't new, and it's becoming a commonly sought-after feature. The problem with knurling is that it varies in design and effectiveness. Some manufacturers may add knurling to their wheels just to check that feature box so they can market it to customers, regardless of whether it accomplishes its intended purpose. Maintaining the effectiveness of our knurling was at the forefront of our minds when developing our new line of forged wheels. During manufacturing, wheels often go through a grinding phase to remove burrs and other small imperfections in preparation for painting. If knurling is added before grinding, then it can lose its sharpness. The less sharp knurling is, the less it can grip a tire's rubber bead. The depth, width, and pitch of the knurling pattern also has a big impact on how much "tooth" is available to bite into a tire's bead. Often, the pattern is narrower and shallower than ideal. Painted wheels typically have multiple layers of paint that can become really thick when combined. A gloss finish can have a base coat, color coat, and a clear coat. Spraying those three layers over knurling can fill in the grooves and round the edges off. The combination of these production compromises can reduce the effectiveness of knurling and cause more tire slippage. Below is a comparison of the unpainted knurled bead on our forged wheels (left) vs. the knurled bead of a competitors forged wheel (right). The first thing you'll notice about our wheel is that there's no paint covering our bead. The bead area on our forged wheels is protected from paint to keep the unground teeth sharp. Over time, this surface will oxidize and create a hard, protective layer that's less slippery than paint. The differences in width, depth, and sharpness are clearly visible and easily felt. Are you getting what you're paying for? Not all knurling is equal, so be sure to inspect this feature closely when shopping for wheels - Ryan Last edited by APEXRaceParts; 08-27-2020 at 12:55 PM. |
08-19-2020, 03:59 PM | #6 |
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Shoot Details EC-7R 17x9.5" ET40 in Anthracite Red APEX center caps 255/40-18 Nitto NT01 ISC Race Coilovers Camber -3º F. / -2.8º R. STI BBK - Ryan Last edited by APEXRaceParts; 08-24-2020 at 07:23 PM. |
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