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      06-07-2017, 03:58 PM   #45
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when will et25 18X10 be availaible?
I rearranged my previous post so that is reads a bit better. The 18x10" ET25 is already available

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I rearranged my previous post so that is reads a bit better. The 18x10" ET25 is already available

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I will most likely go this route. will private msg u when ready to order.
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I will most likely go this route. will private msg u when ready to order.
thanks
Sounds great
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I ordered the FL-5 18x9.5ET28 in black for a square setup. I will probably put 275s on. Thanks Apex!

Gotta look for camber plates now.
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Maybe I missed it, but what is the time frame for the M2 specific fitment?
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Maybe I missed it, but what is the time frame for the M2 specific fitment?
January '18 according to the June 2nd e-mail I received from APEX.
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January '18 according to the June 2nd e-mail I received from APEX.
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I ordered the FL-5 18x9.5ET28 in black for a square setup. I will probably put 275s on. Thanks Apex!

Gotta look for camber plates now.
Appreciate your support! We look forward to getting wheels into your hands

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Does a classic design like the Arc-8 not fit? These were my favourite wheels of all time. Had them on my VF E36 M3.
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Does a classic design like the Arc-8 not fit? These were my favourite wheels of all time. Had them on my VF E36 M3.
ARC-8 don't clear the brakes
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Does a classic design like the Arc-8 not fit? These were my favourite wheels of all time. Had them on my VF E36 M3.
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ARC-8 don't clear the brakes
Correct, the tolerance between M2 front calipers and 18" ARC-8 barrel is too close for comfort. 18" EC-7 as well as the new FL-5 and SM-10 designs have superior brake clearance and can be used.

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Correct, the tolerance between M2 front calipers and 18" ARC-8 barrel is too close for comfort. 18" EC-7 as well as the new FL-5 and SM-10 designs have superior brake clearance and can be used.

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Off topic a little but will your 11" et 44 ec-7 with a 305 tire work in the rear of the M2 for everyday use like it does with the M4?
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Off topic a little but will your 11" et 44 ec-7 with a 305 tire work in the rear of the M2 for everyday use like it does with the M4?
Great question. We have not performed extensive in house test fitments to know for sure, but IIRC one of our team members did a quick mock-up and there was some contact. I will try to uncover more info.

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Correct, the tolerance between M2 front calipers and 18" ARC-8 barrel is too close for comfort. 18" EC-7 as well as the new FL-5 and SM-10 designs have superior brake clearance and can be used.

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Does the PS-7 clear?
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Does the PS-7 clear?
They do not sir, and we are also in the process of phasing that design out as they are a bit too similar to our EC-7's. With the two newest designs in addition to the existing popular ARC-8 and EC-7 designs, we will have a diverse line of wheels for our customers.

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It's rare a 19" setup would be lighter/equal to the 18" counterpart, but when it happens the 18" option is almost always still my preference for everything but the rarest use cases. There are lengthy tech articles that go into explaining why. I remember Grassroots Motorsports Magazine doing this specific testing for example..
BMW confirmed this in the technical literature for the F80 M3. They stated that the upgraded 19"wheels had lower performance characteristics than the standard 18" wheels.
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They do not sir, and we are also in the process of phasing that design out as they are a bit too similar to our EC-7's. With the two newest designs in addition to the existing popular ARC-8 and EC-7 designs, we will have a diverse line of wheels for our customers.

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While waiting for the FL-5, will the 18X10" ET43 EC-7 with a 285 clear the rear suspension with coil overs?

Do you plan on making the SM-10 in the same fitments as the FL-5?
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While waiting for the FL-5, will the 18X10" ET43 EC-7 with a 285 clear the rear suspension with coil overs?
Are you thinking of running a square or staggered fitment with the 18x10" ET43?

The EC-7 18x10" ET33 would be the better choice for a square fitment. Perfect fitment in the rear, and spacers up front for proper strut clearance. Spacer thickness up front would depend on suspension type, and tire size/brand, but many have used either 10mm or 12mm.

If you used the 18x10 ET43, the rears would would sit a few mm recessed in comparison to the OEM rear wheels, but more importantly the front would require very thick spacers for strut clearance - 20mm or so.

Here is a photo of an AlekShop built M2 with our 18" EC-7's:

APEX EC-7 18x10" ET33
275/35-18 Bridgestone RE-71R Tires
Ohlins Coilovers
12mm spacers up front (for strut clearance)
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Now if you are strictly asking about rear inner clearance because you are only using them in the rear, either the 18x10" ET33 or ET43 would work just fine. Keep in mind the proposed FL-5 rear wheel in the OP is 18x10.5" ET40, which sits 3mm closer to the rear suspension than the 18x10" ET43.

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Do you plan on making the SM-10 in the same fitments as the FL-5?
We're initially running with the FL-5 design due to popular demand, and depending on how these sizes sell we'll know if a second design is warranted or not. To be determined.

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I'm thinking staggered to get as much rubber as possible in the rear.

I think the 18x10 ET33 would rub the fender with a 285 and lowered coil over setup. My rear is dropped 25mm.

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Will the square FL-5 18x9.5 et28 with 265/35/18 fit OEM height without adding camber?
Did you ever get an answer to this question? I am interested if these will fit also.
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I'm thinking staggered to get as much rubber as possible in the rear.

I think the 18x10 ET33 would rub the fender with a 285 and lowered coil over setup. My rear is dropped 25mm.
Thanks for the post! We've created the 18x10.5" ET40 M2-specific FL-5 wheel for this purpose. It lets you run a 295/35-18 in the rear with no rubbing and no fender rolling required. With rolled fenders, a 305-35-18 would be possible.

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Did you ever get an answer to this question? I am interested if these will fit also.
We had posted a reply earlier.

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This is going to be dependent on tire brand and vehicle ride height, however we are strongly recommending that customers install aftermarket adjustable camber plates to ensure clearance to the front fenders. In comparison to OEM specs, you would be jumping up two sizes in tire width and adding an extra 1/2" of wheel width under the front fenders. The wheels alone will sit 7mm closer to the front fenders in relation to the stock setup. It would be very tight under compression without camber dialed in.

At the end of the day, if you are installing wider front wheels with 265/35-18 tires, it is safe to say that you are looking to maximize the cars handling potential. As described in the OP, adjustable camber plates and negative camber specs play a vital role in not only achieving better handling characteristics but also promoting more consistent tire wear when driving spiritedly.
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Thanks for the post! We've created the 18x10.5" ET40 M2-specific FL-5 wheel for this purpose. It lets you run a 295/35-18 in the rear with no rubbing and no fender rolling required. With rolled fenders, a 305-35-18 would be possible.

Do you think a 275/35/18 and 295/30/18 Hoosier R7 would fit with no problems on a lowered/cambered car and the 9.5 ET28, 10.5 ET40 FL-5s?
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