New: APEX EC-7 Wheel - clears Brembo 380 BBK

OC ///M · 05-01-2012, 09:07 PM

The vast selection of sizes is great, allowing end-users the flexibility to fit their aesthetic and driving style, but what will be the optimal size for those of us w/ (Brembo) BBK wanting a pure track set-up? squared x10 et25?

LarThaL · 05-13-2012, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowmants

I understand these are for the track and you can flame away, but i wish there was a 19" option. Also, these look awesome! Good job guys.

There are a lot of wheels that look like this in 19". BBS CH-R, HRE, Morr, VMR...list goes on. Nice to see this kind of wheel in 18" with proper fitment options. 18's with fat rubber will grip and ride so much better than 19's. You can run a stiffer suspension setting and still preserve your ride comfort too. I was convinced that I was going to stay with 19's but I'm more and more inclined to go 18 !!!!

mkPOTO · 05-13-2012, 01:54 PM

subscribed want a set badly!

maicol76 · 05-15-2012, 02:19 AM

hurry up~ guys~
I'm waiting, waiting, and waiting.......and waiting.

Justin(OKC) · 05-19-2012, 05:58 PM

Will these clear stoptech ST60/ST40 kits? I really want to try to hold out for a set of these.

4sevens.com · 05-19-2012, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Justin(OKC)

Will these clear stoptech ST60/ST40 kits? I really want to try to hold out for a set of these.

If they clear brembo 380's then it'll clear ST60's. Arc-8's clear ST60's but don't clear brembo 380's

Justin(OKC) · 05-19-2012, 06:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4sevens.com

Quote:

Originally Posted by Justin(OKC)

Will these clear stoptech ST60/ST40 kits? I really want to try to hold out for a set of these.

If they clear brembo 380's then it'll clear ST60's. Arc-8's clear ST60's but don't clear brembo 380's

I figured as much, but I didn't want to assume.

aus · 05-19-2012, 07:08 PM

Saw these at Bimmerfest today. They look awesome.
APEX should make them in 19's to expand the line to make some money. They look good enough for people to consider them instead of CH-R's.

.

klammer · 05-21-2012, 11:08 AM

Since we're in the vendor section now, can we talk pricing? And are we still looking at availability around July? Definitely interested...

isugoo · 05-21-2012, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aus

Saw these at Bimmerfest today. They look awesome.
APEX should make them in 19's to expand the line to make some money. They look good enough for people to consider them instead of CH-R's.

.

+1.
Saw 'em and loved 'em at the Bimmerfest.
Lightweight and budget 19" Apex would scare a lot of wheel vendors for sure.

aus · 05-21-2012, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by isugoo

+1.
Saw 'em and loved 'em at the Bimmerfest.
Lightweight and budget 19" Apex would scare a lot of wheel vendors for sure.

And they would make more money to develop other new wheels!!

.

Eddy@ApexRaceParts · 05-21-2012, 10:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by klammer

Since we're in the vendor section now, can we talk pricing? And are we still looking at availability around July? Definitely interested...

We've updated the thread with pricing

Available Sizes and Weights and Pricing:
18x8.5" ET45 - 19.55lbs - $294
18x8.5" ET35 - 20.10lbs - $294
18x9.0" ET42 - 20.75lbs - $299
18x9.0" ET31 - 21.25lbs - $299
18x9.5" ET58 - 20.65lbs - $319
18x9.5" ET43 - 21.55lbs - $319
18x9.5" ET35 - 21.70lbs - $319
18x9.5" ET22 - 21.75lbs - $319
18x10" ET43 - 21.95lbs - $329
18x10" ET33 - 22.50lbs - $329
18x10" ET25 - 22.45lbs - $329
18x10.5" ET27 - 22.50lbs - $349
18x11" ET25 - 23.35lbs - $359

The ETA is still late July. The pre-order will begin early June. Full details will be posted at that time.

Quote:

Lightweight and budget 19" Apex would scare a lot of wheel vendors for sure.

Although a 19" wheel is not an ideal performance setup due to tire selection, there has been significant request for this sizes over the past year. They are in the works and have been for some time, but it will be quite a while before they are available. It could even be 2013 before we have them. For the sake of keeping this thread on topic, we request that we do not continue the 19" discussion here.

Thank you,

-Eddy P

tom @ eas · 05-22-2012, 12:30 PM

Saw these @ Bimmerfest, look great. Do they clear AP7100 Caliper (14.5")?

Eddy@ApexRaceParts · 05-22-2012, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Saw these @ Bimmerfest, look great. Do they clear AP7100 Caliper (14.5")?

Tom,

I've had difficulty finding a 2d CAD profile for that fitment. If you have access to that profile I'd be happy to get the engineer to verify fitment. I found this http://www.apracing.com/Drawings/P16.242.pdf but I cannot 100% confirm it is the kit you inquired about.

The Brembo 380mm Kit needs 220mm of barrel clearance, and the AP kit from that link only needs 206mm, so fitment should be fine. If the kit you are inquiring about is even smaller, then it would definitely fit.

Thanks,

-Eddy P

leigh · 05-23-2012, 05:33 AM

what would be best fitment for an m3

Eddy@ApexRaceParts · 05-23-2012, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leigh

what would be best fitment for an m3

The best fitment would be 18x9.5" ET22 Front and 18x10.5" ET27 rear, or 18x10" ET25 front and rear. In some cases the 11" rear wheels may be a good option.

leigh · 05-23-2012, 06:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by paintpro21

The best fitment would be 18x9.5" ET22 Front and 18x10.5" ET27 rear, or 18x10" ET25 front and rear. In some cases the 11" rear wheels may be a good option.

What would be the est for an m3 with a ess 650 kit on it and tire size and will there be an 11'' wheel?

leigh · 05-23-2012, 06:57 PM

Ohh and that's for the track

VaDuro · 05-24-2012, 12:29 AM

How about the max flush on a stock e90 non-m?

9 Square or 8.5/10 Stagger?

Need to order the tires, thinking 235/40 and 265/35

BarryC · 05-24-2012, 06:07 AM

any "live" pics such as from bimmerfest? thx.

M3roar · 05-24-2012, 11:07 PM

On my ARC8s the 18x10.5" et27 are pretty sunken in. I ran a 285/35 rear and used a 10mm spacer to make it look almost flush like the 275/35 front with a 18x10 wheel. I guess my question is. Why not make the 18x11 et27 and the 18x10.5 et25? I would really consider getting a new set of 18x9.5 front and 10.5 rear but not if I have to space it out.

bigjae1976 · 05-25-2012, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M3roar

On my ARC8s the 18x10.5" et27 are pretty sunken in. I ran a 285/35 rear and used a 10mm spacer to make it look almost flush like the 275/35 front with a 18x10 wheel. I guess my question is. Why not make the 18x11 et27 and the 18x10.5 et25? I would really consider getting a new set of 18x9.5 front and 10.5 rear but not if I have to space it out.

I think the 18x11 creates a tire selection crisis...especially for the track crowd. I know I would not go that route so I can stay with more widely available and cheaper sizes.

05-01-2012, 09:07 PM	#23
OC ///M Dr. Octagon Drives: SSII e92 M3 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: So Cal Posts: 1,802 iTrader: (0)	The vast selection of sizes is great, allowing end-users the flexibility to fit their aesthetic and driving style, but what will be the optimal size for those of us w/ (Brembo) BBK wanting a pure track set-up? squared x10 et25? __________________ OC ///M 2013 E92 M3 Individual Sold: 2011 E92 M3 SSII \| Sold: 2008 E92 M3 SSII \| Into a Wall: 2008 E92 M3 SSII \| Sold: 2007 E92 335i JB
	0

05-13-2012, 01:54 PM	#25
mkPOTO Mr. Nice Says Hello Drives: 1999 528I Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 14,509 iTrader: (20) Garage List 2008 BMW E92 M3 [2.74] 1999 BMW E39 528i [2.20] 2007 BMW E92 335I [3.00]	subscribed want a set badly! __________________ BMW E92 M3 EVOLVE Stage II \| EVOLVE X-Pipe \| EVOLVE E-Tronic Exhaust Macht Schnell Stage II intake \| KW V3 \| Volk TE37SL \| BMW Performance Spoiler Apex Stud Kit
	0

05-19-2012, 05:58 PM	#27
Justin(OKC) SMYLMKR Drives: 2011 E90 M3, 1988 M3, 2007 X3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 1,326 iTrader: (7) Garage List 1988 BMW M3 [4.70] 1990 BMW M3 [5.00] 2011 BMW M3 Sedan [4.64] 1998 BMW M3/4 - sol ... [0.00] 2008 BMW 135i - sold [0.00] 2003 BMW M3 - sold [0.00]	Will these clear stoptech ST60/ST40 kits? I really want to try to hold out for a set of these. __________________ 2011 E90 M3 - Alpine White/Fox Red Extended/Carbon Leather Premium/Convenience/Cold Weather Package - Competition Package - M-DCT - Sunshades - EPS - BMW Apps - Sat Radio - Ipod/USB
	0

05-19-2012, 07:08 PM	#30
aus Major General Drives: M3 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach, CA Posts: 6,560 iTrader: (5)	Saw these at Bimmerfest today. They look awesome. APEX should make them in 19's to expand the line to make some money. They look good enough for people to consider them instead of CH-R's. . __________________ Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by some of the top engineers in the world because some guys sponsored by a company told you it's "better??" But when you ask the same guy about tracking, "oh no, I have a kid now" or "I just detailed my car." or "i just got new tires."
	0

05-21-2012, 11:08 AM	#31
klammer Colonel Drives: 11 spc gry m3 e90, 07 X5 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: chicago Posts: 2,964 iTrader: (0)	Since we're in the vendor section now, can we talk pricing? And are we still looking at availability around July? Definitely interested... __________________ mods: akra evo, dinan 3.45 diff, ess akra tune, dinan stg.3, Alcon bbk, HRE P40
	0

05-15-2012, 02:19 AM	#26
maicol76 Private Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: CA, Santa fe Posts: 56 iTrader: (0)	hurry up~ guys~ I'm waiting, waiting, and waiting.......and waiting.
	0

05-22-2012, 12:30 PM	#35
tom @ eas BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: BMW Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 9,217 iTrader: (12) Garage List 2008 ESS VT2-525 Z4MC [0.00] 2011 ESS VT2-625 M3 [5.00]	Saw these @ Bimmerfest, look great. Do they clear AP7100 Caliper (14.5")? __________________ Tom G. \| european auto source (eas) email: tom@europeanautosource.com web: www.europeanautosource.com tel 866.669.0705 \| ca: 714.369.8524 x22 \| fax: 714.908.1796 Blog \| Facebook \| YouTube \| Flickr \| Twitter Last edited by tom @ eas; 05-22-2012 at 01:40 PM.
	0

05-23-2012, 05:33 AM	#37
leigh Captain Drives: 2011 e92 zcp m3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: melbourne Posts: 841 iTrader: (0)	what would be best fitment for an m3
	0

05-23-2012, 06:57 PM	#40
leigh Captain Drives: 2011 e92 zcp m3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: melbourne Posts: 841 iTrader: (0)	Ohh and that's for the track
	0

05-24-2012, 12:29 AM	#41
VaDuro Second Lieutenant Drives: 335xi Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South NYC Posts: 216 iTrader: (2)	How about the max flush on a stock e90 non-m? 9 Square or 8.5/10 Stagger? Need to order the tires, thinking 235/40 and 265/35 __________________ E90XI//GRAPHBLK//VISHNUv.5.R3//ERCP//Synapse BOV//aFe Super Stock//aFe Grill Scoops//35%//Matte Grill//Apex EC-7 + 12MM Space
	0

05-24-2012, 06:07 AM	#42
BarryC Major Drives: '13 LRP M3 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Kernersville NC Posts: 1,078 iTrader: (10)	any "live" pics such as from bimmerfest? thx. __________________ 2013 Lime Rock M3 6speed, ESS VT1-550, ESS HFCs and exhaust, MCS single adjustables, Fire Orange PFC Z31 BBK, Forgeline GA1R 19x10/19x11, Yoko AD08R 275&295/30/19, ModeCarbon GT4 Lip, UUC SSK
	0

05-24-2012, 11:07 PM	#43
M3roar Lieutenant Drives: 2010 e92 M3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 421 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 BMW M3 e92 [4.67] 1998 BMW M3 [4.25]	On my ARC8s the 18x10.5" et27 are pretty sunken in. I ran a 285/35 rear and used a 10mm spacer to make it look almost flush like the 275/35 front with a 18x10 wheel. I guess my question is. Why not make the 18x11 et27 and the 18x10.5 et25? I would really consider getting a new set of 18x9.5 front and 10.5 rear but not if I have to space it out. __________________ "Out of pure habit, I gave a black M3 a point by on the way home from work this evening." - ThunderMoose
	0

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search