Official: APEX EC-7 wheel discussion thread

**Eddy@ApexRaceParts** · Mon, Apr-30-2012, 10:55:27 PM

APEX is proud to introduce its new EC-7 wheel. This new wheel addresses the concerns of more and more racers and track day enthusiasts: long term durability, fit and performance. With the increase of faster and heavier cars being used in racing, HPDEs, and spirited driving, the EC-7 was designed and engineered to handle extreme abuse on track and street, offer a wide range of direct fitments, while producing a lightweight wheel. The new features offered make the EC-7 the perfect compliment to the APEX ARC-8.

Anthracite Finish Profile 3

An optimized car setup begins with the perfect wheel fitment. Without the perfect offsets, maximum tire widths and the potential of your car are always compromised. With this in mind, the EC-7 has three unique face profiles ranging from shallow to deep concavity resulting in 13 unique 18″ sizes. This wide range of fitments allows for vehicle-specific caliper clearance, offsets, and tire widths, creating the most optimal setup possible.

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 - 21.70lbs - $329
18x10" ET33 - 22.50lbs - $329
18x10" ET25 - 22.45lbs - $329
18x10.5" ET27 - 22.50lbs - $349
18x11" ET25 - 23.35lbs - $359

Available Finishes
Race Silver
Anthracite
Satin Black

The EC-7 adds 7 new BMW sizes not available in the ARC-8 design. The 3 face profiles offer maximum concavity and reduced weight. This avoids the common adaptation of a single face profile for unintended fitments or dependency on spacers.

The EC-7′s spoke profile has been designed with a curve to provide additional caliper clearance. It can clear a BBK spacer free on applications where the ARC-8 could not. A significant improvement to the EC-7 is the increased barrel clearance that now allows for the 18″ version of this wheel to properly clear the Brembo 380mm BBK. A detailed list of which wheels can clear which brake kits will be made available.

Anthracite Finish Profile 2

Anthracite Finish profile 1

Just like the rest of the APEX wheel line, the EC-7 is once again produced using the Flow-Forming technique. Flow-forming, which has also been called “roll forging” or “spin forging”, produces a barrel with similar strength to that of a fully forged wheel. This significantly reduces weight in the barrel, which has the greatest impact on rotational mass. We’ve produced an even stronger wheel by combining the strength of the lightweight barrel with a more robust face design. The EC-7 welcomes endurance racing and potholes.

Designed for BMW applications, the EC-7 accepts TPMS sensors, factory lug bolts or stud conversion kits, and OEM roundel center caps. All wheels come with APEX center caps.

The EC-7 prototypes have arrived and we will be test fitting on numerous applications (fitment photos to come). After VIA crush testing and certification the expected arrival date for the first batch is July.

Satin Black Finish Profile 3

Satin Black Finish Profile 2

Satin Black Finish Profile 1

Race Silver Finish Profile 3

Race Silver Finish Profile 2

Race Silver Finish Profile 1

This thread will be used as a technical discussion for the fitment of these wheels.

**Eddy@ApexRaceParts** · Mon, Apr-30-2012, 10:55:49 PM

Test fitments performed so far:

Anthracite 18x10" ET33 Profile #2 - Front with 285/30/18 Hoosier R6 with negative 3-3.5~ degrees camber
Anthracite 18x10" ET25 Profile #3 - Rear with 285/30/18 Hoosier R6 (rear fender roll needed)

ZkansasZ · Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:01:28 PM

18x9 F ET 31
18x10 R ET 25

fit well on e46m3 ?

price of a set please?

Tarmac_E36_M3 · Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:05:29 PM

Sexy.

Off this threads topic a bit, but ever thought of making similar wheels that are on the M3 GT (E46/92)?

Mr. Black · Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZkansasZ

18x9 F ET 31
18x10 R ET 25

fit well on e46m3 ?

price of a set please?

These are the 2 I was thinking of going with.

Is it possible to get a time attack stripe similar to the Volk time attacks?

aznbo187 · Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:14:39 PM

jeremy5000 · Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:33:12 PM

Can't wait to see some e36s with the 18x9.5 et43... should be exciting. Congrats on another great product!

Toby22 · Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:33:33 PM

good to see you guys came out with a 18x11! cant wait for the group buy

m3freak86 · Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:41:34 PM

Definitely some fantastic looking wheels. Love my arc8's. Might just have to get a square set of these as well.

AP3X_FTW · Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:57:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. Black

These are the 2 I was thinking of going with.

Is it possible to get a time attack stripe similar to the Volk time attacks?

Please don't.

Mon, Apr-30-2012, 10:55:27 PM	#1
Eddy@ApexRaceParts www.ApexRaceParts.com Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 365 Reputation: 0 Location: Bay Area	Official: APEX EC-7 wheel discussion thread APEX is proud to introduce its new EC-7 wheel. This new wheel addresses the concerns of more and more racers and track day enthusiasts: long term durability, fit and performance. With the increase of faster and heavier cars being used in racing, HPDEs, and spirited driving, the EC-7 was designed and engineered to handle extreme abuse on track and street, offer a wide range of direct fitments, while producing a lightweight wheel. The new features offered make the EC-7 the perfect compliment to the APEX ARC-8. Anthracite Finish Profile 3 An optimized car setup begins with the perfect wheel fitment. Without the perfect offsets, maximum tire widths and the potential of your car are always compromised. With this in mind, the EC-7 has three unique face profiles ranging from shallow to deep concavity resulting in 13 unique 18″ sizes. This wide range of fitments allows for vehicle-specific caliper clearance, offsets, and tire widths, creating the most optimal setup possible. 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 - 21.70lbs - $329 18x10" ET33 - 22.50lbs - $329 18x10" ET25 - 22.45lbs - $329 18x10.5" ET27 - 22.50lbs - $349 18x11" ET25 - 23.35lbs - $359 Available Finishes Race Silver Anthracite Satin Black The EC-7 adds 7 new BMW sizes not available in the ARC-8 design. The 3 face profiles offer maximum concavity and reduced weight. This avoids the common adaptation of a single face profile for unintended fitments or dependency on spacers. The EC-7′s spoke profile has been designed with a curve to provide additional caliper clearance. It can clear a BBK spacer free on applications where the ARC-8 could not. A significant improvement to the EC-7 is the increased barrel clearance that now allows for the 18″ version of this wheel to properly clear the Brembo 380mm BBK. A detailed list of which wheels can clear which brake kits will be made available. Anthracite Finish Profile 2 Anthracite Finish profile 1 Just like the rest of the APEX wheel line, the EC-7 is once again produced using the Flow-Forming technique. Flow-forming, which has also been called “roll forging” or “spin forging”, produces a barrel with similar strength to that of a fully forged wheel. This significantly reduces weight in the barrel, which has the greatest impact on rotational mass. We’ve produced an even stronger wheel by combining the strength of the lightweight barrel with a more robust face design. The EC-7 welcomes endurance racing and potholes. Designed for BMW applications, the EC-7 accepts TPMS sensors, factory lug bolts or stud conversion kits, and OEM roundel center caps. All wheels come with APEX center caps. The EC-7 prototypes have arrived and we will be test fitting on numerous applications (fitment photos to come). After VIA crush testing and certification the expected arrival date for the first batch is July. Satin Black Finish Profile 3 Satin Black Finish Profile 2 Satin Black Finish Profile 1 Race Silver Finish Profile 3 Race Silver Finish Profile 2 Race Silver Finish Profile 1 This thread will be used as a technical discussion for the fitment of these wheels. __________________ \| Eddy Pintacsi \| ApexRaceParts.com \| Facebook Fan Page \| GroupBuyParts.com \| Last edited by Eddy@ApexRaceParts; Tue, May-22-2012 at 02:43:45 AM.

Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:05:29 PM	#4
Tarmac_E36_M3 If it ain't lightweight, it ain't the right weight. Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 3,002 In the garage: '95 BMW M3 '03 BMW M3 Reputation: 0 Location: LA/OC/SD	Re: Official: APEX EC-7 wheel discussion thread Sexy. Off this threads topic a bit, but ever thought of making similar wheels that are on the M3 GT (E46/92)? __________________ Current: 1969 Ford Mustang Coupe; 351w (5.8L) carb engine; Champion 4 row radiator; Edelbrock Performer RPM Intake Manifold; Edelbrock 750 CFM Carb; 15" Cragar Wheels; 215/60-15 front tires, 255/60-15 rear tires; Doug Tri-Y Headers; Custom 2.5" Dual Side Exit Exhaust w/Xpipe; MSD 6AL; Electric Fuel Pump; March Performance U/D Pulley Set; Monte Carlo Bar; 3200 lbs. 1995 M3; single 3" exhaust after cats; CF hood; Apex ARC-8 17x9" wheels; Conti DW 245 square; BC Racing Coilovers. SOLD: E46 M3 SMG; Intrax coilovers; ACPT CF DS; SS V1 Headers/Section 1; Zionsville Type 17 kit; VAC Ultra light pulley set; BMW MS 4.10; Evolve-R Tune; 2980 lbs.

Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:14:39 PM	#6
aznbo187 MCLA Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 1,388 In the garage: '03 BMW M3 Reputation: 0 Location: West Hills, CA	Re: Official: APEX EC-7 wheel discussion thread __________________ MCLUB \| Los Angeles

Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:33:12 PM	#7
jeremy5000 Gone Squatchin' Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 1,261 Reputation: 0 Location: West Chester, PA	Re: Official: APEX EC-7 wheel discussion thread Can't wait to see some e36s with the 18x9.5 et43... should be exciting. Congrats on another great product! __________________ FS: Bride Seat Rails and Sliders for Lexus IS300

Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:33:33 PM	#8
Toby22 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 1,176 Reputation: 0 Location: Durham, NC	Re: Official: APEX EC-7 wheel discussion thread good to see you guys came out with a 18x11! cant wait for the group buy __________________ 2003 JB E46 M3-DD OEM ZCP 19's/Brembo BBK/BC Coilovers/SGT CSL Bootlid/OEM Euro Front Bumper/Evosport Jet Coated Headers/Milltek Muffler/Euro Section1/AA Tune/H&R Wheel Spacers/BMW Performance Pedals/EuroTray/ZHP Shift Knob 2003 Brickyard 350z-SOLD VOLK TE37/StanceGr+ Coilovers/NISMO Stune Exhaust/Sparco R100 Seats/Veilside V1 Front Lip/ARC Ti Shiftknob/NISMO CAI/Motordyne Plenum Spacer/Megan Longtube Headers/Pioneer AvicD3/Eibach Camber Arms/Rays Duraluminum Lug Nuts/06+ BiXenon Headlights/06+ LED taillights/06+ Front Bumper/UR Underdrive Pulley/CF Engine cover/NISMO Oil Cap/Greddy Strut Bar 2004 SER SpecV-SOLD STOCK

Mon, Apr-30-2012, 10:55:49 PM	#2
Eddy@ApexRaceParts www.ApexRaceParts.com Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 365 Reputation: 0 Location: Bay Area	Re: Official: APEX EC-7 wheel discussion thread Test fitments performed so far: Anthracite 18x10" ET33 Profile #2 - Front with 285/30/18 Hoosier R6 with negative 3-3.5~ degrees camber Anthracite 18x10" ET25 Profile #3 - Rear with 285/30/18 Hoosier R6 (rear fender roll needed) __________________ \| Eddy Pintacsi \| ApexRaceParts.com \| Facebook Fan Page \| GroupBuyParts.com \| Last edited by Eddy@ApexRaceParts; Wed, May-09-2012 at 04:32:57 AM.

Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:01:28 PM	#3
ZkansasZ Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 773 Reputation: 0 Location: Houston/Wichita	Re: Official: APEX EC-7 wheel discussion thread 18x9 F ET 31 18x10 R ET 25 fit well on e46m3 ? price of a set please? __________________ Keep calm and learn how to drive a MT car!

Mon, Apr-30-2012, 11:41:34 PM	#9
m3freak86 JERSEY STRONG Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 16,149 In the garage: '04 BMW M3 Reputation: 0	Re: Official: APEX EC-7 wheel discussion thread Definitely some fantastic looking wheels. Love my arc8's. Might just have to get a square set of these as well. __________________ 2004 Carbon Black ///M3 (Sold) Mods and Specs My Exhaust Obsession My Journal 2013 SWP Subaru WRX Hatch WRX Journal

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