✚WHEELSTO | New Product Release - ADVAN TC-III Racing Wheel

Victory Road · 01-26-2011, 03:57 PM

Bimmerpost,

We here at WheelSTO are proud to announce the release of the new Yokohama/ADVAN TC-III for BMW 5x120 PCD. Based off the original Advan TC-II. It features a strong and very lightweight flow form cast design.

The Yokohama/ADVAN TC-III is a racing wheel specifically built for the fellow track enthusiast to the hardcore racer. The main objective was to create an extremely light weight racing wheel without sacrificing strength with the use of S-Tires, or racing slicks on the circuit. It was developed to clear up to 390mm Porsche 997 GT3RS or (BBK) Big brake kits, and it supplies ample clearance for larger calipers with the beautiful, and aggressive concave spokes Yokohama/ADVAN has mastered over the years.

(Dark Gun Metallic finish shown)

(Racing Hyper Silver finish shown)

Sizing:

18" Sizing only at the moment - 5x120 PCD with a 72.5mm center bore***UPDATED***

18x8.5 +35
18x9.0 +35
18x9.5 +35 & +22
18x10.5 +25
18x11.0 +30

Construction:
Low pressure cast Construction

Weights:
18 x 9.5 ~ approximately 17~18 lbs
18 x 10.5 ~ approximately 18~19 lbs

Colors/Finish available:
Racing Hyper Silver / Dark Gun Metallic

Brosef · 01-26-2011, 04:13 PM

good-looking, simple design. I like it.

I assume this will clear the Brembo 380mm kit if it clears the 390mm Porsche brakes?

Nate@IND · 01-26-2011, 04:36 PM

Richbot · 01-26-2011, 04:58 PM

giggity

18x9.5 ET35 seems perfect for a square setup on the M3, don't know why it's called "non-M" here?

Eddy@ApexWheels · 01-26-2011, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Richbot

giggity

18x9.5 ET35 seems perfect for a square setup on the M3, don't know why it's called "non-M" here?

because the offset is high. you could never mount an r-compound on that up front without a spacer unless you ran a narrow tire, and it would need a spacer in the rear under all circumstances.

Ryan@IND · 01-26-2011, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by paintpro21

because the offset is high. you could never mount an r-compound on that up front without a spacer unless you ran a narrow tire, and it would need a spacer in the rear under all circumstances.

quite agree....

the M3 works well in 9.5 with et of around 25 or so.
This is especially true in 18" when customer are trying to run 275/35-18.

but, what a beauty!

Jaypod · 01-26-2011, 07:44 PM

Nice! Might have to pick up another set of track wheels

Gearhead999s · 01-26-2011, 08:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaypod

Nice! Might have to pick up another set of track wheels

I will take your old ones

Jaypod · 01-26-2011, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gearhead999s

I will take your old ones

you missed the keyword..."ANOTHER"

Gearhead999s · 01-26-2011, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaypod

you missed the keyword..."ANOTHER"

Yep.I need another set but I need unload some first.

Brainofjjj · 01-27-2011, 08:08 AM

these look just about perfect! Any more intel on colors?

aus · 01-27-2011, 12:41 PM

Looks kind of like a cast TE37?
Hope it's cheaper than the TE37-SL

Ryan@IND · 01-27-2011, 09:12 PM

it was mentioned briefly in the OT, but the TCIII really came about due to rising need for 18" wheels for the GT-R and the 997GT3/RS. the 18" wheels were more in demand in Japan and of course the biggest criteria was the Brakes on those cars (something that M3 owners share as well).

It is only a preview/release for now but expect to see some pricing and more information to be released within the coming weeks/months.

delivery is scheduled to be around May/June Timeframe.

disruptv · 01-28-2011, 11:04 AM

any shot these come out in 19s?

Victory Road · 01-28-2011, 12:13 PM

Only 15" - 17" - 18" available for now.
Pricing is around the same cost as Advan Racing RG-D range.

HKS GT600 GTR with the Advan Racing TC-III with ADVAN A050 Race slicks

TAS2011 close up of the ADVAN TC-III Dark Gun Metallic finish

Another close up of the ADVAN TC-III Hyper Silver / Dark Gun Metallic finish

ADVAN TC-III in Hyper Silver finish

Kenyon · 02-01-2011, 02:57 PM

How come the pics in the first post (dark gun metallic) look so different than the ones on the GTR? It states that they're both dark gun metallic. It looks like straight up matte black while the other looks like glossy gun metal. Btw I love the matte black looking one in the 1st post.

ersin · 02-01-2011, 03:50 PM

You mention these are strong. Would this not make a good street tire if one wanted to go with a square setup?

Cheers.

Ryan@IND · 02-01-2011, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kenyon

How come the pics in the first post (dark gun metallic) look so different than the ones on the GTR? It states that they're both dark gun metallic. It looks like straight up matte black while the other looks like glossy gun metal. Btw I love the matte black looking one in the 1st post.

The pics are supposed to the gun metallic. They just don't have good pictures...

and since we can't get our hands on one yet, we have to rely on the pictures for the recent Tokyo Auto Salon for details.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ersin

You mention these are strong. Would this not make a good street tire if one wanted to go with a square setup?

Cheers.

they sure would. Emphasis is on the track due to their ability to hold large brakes and weight, but if you want them for street, this would be a great wheel as well. They are JWL VIA certified and fully street legal in Japan.

Ryan@IND · 04-26-2011, 01:03 PM

We can pair these up with some real nice... Nitto NT-05, Toyo R888, Advan A048 for some kick ass Track duty

Richbot · 04-26-2011, 02:12 PM

I like the way they got the low offset/large back pad weight off the wheel by hogging out the interior of the pad to remove the unnecessary material. Very innovative compared to a lot of wheels that use a 5" thick back pad with 4" deep lug holes, and it seems to still leave lots of material where it matters. Will be good to see these in the weight comparison thread...

TobiasMUC · 04-28-2011, 02:47 AM

Hi Julius,

what wheel sizes in 18" can be used without rubbing? My M3 (2010 E92) is lowered with Eibach springs. They may will be replaced by a Bilstein PSS10.
Thanks.

Ryan@IND · 04-28-2011, 01:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TobiasMUC

Hi Julius,

what wheel sizes in 18" can be used without rubbing? My M3 (2010 E92) is lowered with Eibach springs. They may will be replaced by a Bilstein PSS10.
Thanks.

There is no perfect size.
with the wheel wells on the M3, you have quite a bit that you can work with.
It also depends on the kind of tires that you want to run, especially, if you want to go with a Track set up.

the most popular "custom" set up has been 18 - 9.5/10.0 or 10.5 in the back.

As for the TC III, there is only a couple of options.
18X9.0 +17 ~ M3E9X sizing
18X9.5 +35 ~ Non M E9X sizing but can be done with 10mm spacers.
18X10.5 +25 ~ M3E9X sizing

01-26-2011, 03:57 PM	#1
Victory Road Major 114 Rep 1,323 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (6)	✚WHEELSTO \| New Product Release - ADVAN TC-III Racing Wheel Bimmerpost, We here at WheelSTO are proud to announce the release of the new Yokohama/ADVAN TC-III for BMW 5x120 PCD. Based off the original Advan TC-II. It features a strong and very lightweight flow form cast design. The Yokohama/ADVAN TC-III is a racing wheel specifically built for the fellow track enthusiast to the hardcore racer. The main objective was to create an extremely light weight racing wheel without sacrificing strength with the use of S-Tires, or racing slicks on the circuit. It was developed to clear up to 390mm Porsche 997 GT3RS or (BBK) Big brake kits, and it supplies ample clearance for larger calipers with the beautiful, and aggressive concave spokes Yokohama/ADVAN has mastered over the years. (Dark Gun Metallic finish shown) (Racing Hyper Silver finish shown) Sizing: 18" Sizing only at the moment - 5x120 PCD with a 72.5mm center bore*UPDATED* 18x8.5 +35 18x9.0 +35 18x9.5 +35 & +22 18x10.5 +25 18x11.0 +30 Construction: Low pressure cast Construction Weights: 18 x 9.5 ~ approximately 17~18 lbs 18 x 10.5 ~ approximately 18~19 lbs Colors/Finish available: Racing Hyper Silver / Dark Gun Metallic Last edited by Victory Road; 07-01-2011 at 04:06 PM..
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Brosef Brigadier General 876 Rep 3,450 Posts Drives: F90 M5 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago iTrader: (4)	good-looking, simple design. I like it. I assume this will clear the Brembo 380mm kit if it clears the 390mm Porsche brakes?
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Richbot Major General 2760 Rep 5,483 Posts Drives: Jerez Black E90 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: STL iTrader: (5)	giggity 18x9.5 ET35 seems perfect for a square setup on the M3, don't know why it's called "non-M" here? __________________
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Jaypod Brigadier General 125 Rep 4,971 Posts Drives: Frozen M3, AM V8V, 991 GT3 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Toronto iTrader: (7)	Nice! Might have to pick up another set of track wheels
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aus Major General 892 Rep 9,032 Posts Drives: Odysse Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	Looks kind of like a cast TE37? Hope it's cheaper than the TE37-SL __________________ 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."
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Ryan@IND BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 1767 Rep 7,652 Posts Drives: ACR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago iTrader: (18)	it was mentioned briefly in the OT, but the TCIII really came about due to rising need for 18" wheels for the GT-R and the 997GT3/RS. the 18" wheels were more in demand in Japan and of course the biggest criteria was the Brakes on those cars (something that M3 owners share as well). It is only a preview/release for now but expect to see some pricing and more information to be released within the coming weeks/months. delivery is scheduled to be around May/June Timeframe. __________________ IND DISTRIBUTION \| 866-963-4520 • INSTAGRAM • FACEBOOK • FLICKR
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disruptv Major 86 Rep 1,139 Posts Drives: 3M Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ny iTrader: (10) Garage List 09 3m [0.00]	any shot these come out in 19s?
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Victory Road Major 114 Rep 1,323 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (6)	Only 15" - 17" - 18" available for now. Pricing is around the same cost as Advan Racing RG-D range. HKS GT600 GTR with the Advan Racing TC-III with ADVAN A050 Race slicks TAS2011 close up of the ADVAN TC-III Dark Gun Metallic finish Another close up of the ADVAN TC-III Hyper Silver / Dark Gun Metallic finish ADVAN TC-III in Hyper Silver finish
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Kenyon Captain 102 Rep 780 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: LA / NYC iTrader: (20)	How come the pics in the first post (dark gun metallic) look so different than the ones on the GTR? It states that they're both dark gun metallic. It looks like straight up matte black while the other looks like glossy gun metal. Btw I love the matte black looking one in the 1st post.
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ersin Brigadier General 126 Rep 4,144 Posts Drives: 17 YMB F80 M3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Maryland iTrader: (1)	You mention these are strong. Would this not make a good street tire if one wanted to go with a square setup? Cheers. __________________ 2017 F80 YMB.
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Richbot Major General 2760 Rep 5,483 Posts Drives: Jerez Black E90 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: STL iTrader: (5)	I like the way they got the low offset/large back pad weight off the wheel by hogging out the interior of the pad to remove the unnecessary material. Very innovative compared to a lot of wheels that use a 5" thick back pad with 4" deep lug holes, and it seems to still leave lots of material where it matters. Will be good to see these in the weight comparison thread... __________________
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TobiasMUC Second Lieutenant 28 Rep 204 Posts Drives: BMW M3 Coupe E92 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Munich / Germany iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW M3 E92 [10.00]	Hi Julius, what wheel sizes in 18" can be used without rubbing? My M3 (2010 E92) is lowered with Eibach springs. They may will be replaced by a Bilstein PSS10. Thanks. Last edited by TobiasMUC; 04-28-2011 at 04:10 AM..
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