► Official APEX VW SM-10 Flow Formed Wheel Thread

[victorofhavoc]

I'd like a pic of Geirsen in a Speedo. I PM'd my name and address.

I think we'd all love a pic of you wearing it too, so looking forward to the updates!

Also, @APEXWheels I'm glad to see you guys make several options for my new platform as well, especially the ec7! I just wish the hub and center cap on it were acura its sized instead of BMW, but I guess it would also be fun driving around an acura with BMW center caps

 

[APEXWheels]

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[APEXWheels]

Now this is what I'm talking about! MK7 GTI running 18x9" ET42 ML-10RT in Gloss Motorsport Gold with the Machined lip wrapped in 255/35-18 Michelin PS4S tires at all four corners. This particular car is running the following mods: ST XTA Coilovers, H&R front and rear swaybars, 034 front control arms, 034 front end links, Neuspeed rear end links, front camber plates, rolled front and rear fenders. Enjoy!

-Geirsen

 

[GTIfan99]

Now this is what I'm talking about! MK7 GTI running 18x9" ET42 ML-10RT in Gloss Motorsport Gold with the Machined lip wrapped in 255/35-18 Michelin PS4S tires at all four corners. This particular car is running the following mods: ST XTA Coilovers, H&R front and rear swaybars, 034 front control arms, 034 front end links, Neuspeed rear end links, front camber plates, rolled front and rear fenders. Enjoy!

-Geirsen

Such a cool old school vibe in a modern package. I had a green 92 GTI with the 2 piece BBS's back in the day. It reminds me of that car.

 

[victorofhavoc]

Such a cool old school vibe in a modern package. I had a green 92 GTI with the 2 piece BBS's back in the day. It reminds me of that car.

My thoughts exactly. Feeling a very nostalgic 90s VW vibe here

 

[Tom Brohanks]

Sad to say I am leaving the SM-10 family. There was some construction here on the road with no lighting and I managed to hit a small curb or something and it not only dented both of my driver's side wheels it also blew the sidewalls out of both tires at the impact point. Hopefully my wheels took took the brunt and my suspension is not ruined. Most likely will need another alignment. RIP.

 

[S-4Motion]

Sad to say I am leaving the SM-10 family. There was some construction here on the road with no lighting and I managed to hit a small curb or something and it not only dented both of my driver's side wheels it also blew the sidewalls out of both tires at the impact point. Hopefully my wheels took took the brunt and my suspension is not ruined. Most likely will need another alignment. RIP.

Not to advertise too hard, but Apex offers a 50% replacement program for wheels, you just have to send it to them.
https://apexwheels.com/replacement-program

 

[Tom Brohanks]

Not to advertise too hard, but Apex offers a 50% replacement program for wheels, you just have to send it to them.
https://apexwheels.com/replacement-program

I fall out of the replacement window as the wheels are three years old. I may buy another set next summer. Loved them SM-10 wheels

 

[uvasteven]

Do you have any pictures of a GTI with Race Silver SM-10s? I'm having trouble finding this combo. Perks if it's 18's on an iron blue car.

 

[APEXWheels]

Do you have any pictures of a GTI with Race Silver SM-10s? I'm having trouble finding this combo. Perks if it's 18's on an iron blue car.

So happy you asked, as I just got a photo set of Race Silver SM-10s (albeit on a MK8 Golf R) from a customer this week! This car is completely stock and running our 18x8.5" ET43 fitment wrapped in 245/40-18 Continental Extreme Contact Sport 02 tires at all four corners. Enjoy!

And while I'm here, I might as well share this car too! MK8 Golf R on 18x9" ET42 Satin Black SM-10s wrapped in a meaty set of 245/40-18 Toyo Proxes R888R tires.

-Geirsen

 

[uvasteven]

Thanks! I ended up ordering the silver ones. Getting tires mounted tomorrow!

 

[mom123]

wider wheel is almost always better, even with the same tire.

https://grassrootsmotorsports.com/articles/wheel-width-is-wider-always-better/

40 vs 45 profile, 40 profile will always be easier to fit, will accelerate faster, weigh less. only upside to 45 is road comfort and if you need it, total heat capacity.
if you never plan on going skinnier than a 235, I'd go straight to a 9" wheel. you have less concern about brake upgrades later on, better tire support.

Nothing wrong BTW with 8.5s. The 9 is nice b/c a 245 fits perfectly with slight stretch which is optimal. The 8.5s with 235 is also great. I run 235/40s on my 18x8.5s and 245/40 on my 17x9.

Also a ps4s with a 40 sidewall will be more comfy than a 200tw in a 45 sidewall. The 200tw tires usually have uber stiff sidewalls for more responsive feel, but that comes with less comfort and more noise. The Michelin ps tires are really a goldilocks tire and with only 2-3 events (i think you mean weekends so 4-6 days?) they'll be fine for a few years since you have a winter set.

I second a wider wheel. Gives better steering feel when the tire has some stretch to it. 245 on a 9" is more likely to experience curb rash, though. 8.5" and 245 is a good fit, or 255 on a 9".

Hey guys, hope i can ask for some advice here. 17x9" is very attractive but I already have a 225/45s Indy 500 bought just last year Sept 2023. Now if I really wanted to I could sell that for 1/4 the price I paid for. What would you guys do in this situation, buy the 8.5" or the 9"? I feel like I am not being good with money if I go for the 9". Thanks

 

[tigeo]

Hey guys, hope i can ask for some advice here. 17x9" is very attractive but I already have a 225/45s Indy 500 bought just last year Sept 2023. Now if I really wanted to I could sell that for 1/4 the price I paid for. What would you guys do in this situation, buy the 8.5" or the 9"? I feel like I am not being good with money if I go for the 9". Thanks

I'd get the 8.5s to run with those tires.

 

[scrllock]

Hey guys, hope i can ask for some advice here. 17x9" is very attractive but I already have a 225/45s Indy 500 bought just last year Sept 2023. Now if I really wanted to I could sell that for 1/4 the price I paid for. What would you guys do in this situation, buy the 8.5" or the 9"? I feel like I am not being good with money if I go for the 9". Thanks

What wheels do you already have? I'd just use up those tires on them before making a decision.

If you need new wheels right away, 17x8.5.

 

[mom123]

Yeah I will need new wheels right away or when summer comes. Black Friday sale on Apex too for another 2 days. A Canadian site is honoring the Black Friday sale with free shipping so I want to buy it asap. I will go with 8.5", thank you!