APEX | 17" 4-Lug ARC-8 Pre Group-Buy Discussion Thread

[dpmcdonald]

Can you post a pic of where/how much the caliper is interfering?

Unfortunately I didn't snap a shot of it while the car was in the air. But I've attached an image of the problem area.

It's really close. It contacts and the top and bottom of the caliper bracket.

[f4tj0n]

I'm having issues with my set clearing the front brake caliper bracket! Did yours clear just fine??

Yes, I had to use a 5mm spacer to clear my front brakes. A 3mm spacer might work, but i had a pair of 5mm already.

[jon volk]

I'm having issues with my set clearing the front brake caliper bracket! Did yours clear just fine??

Can you post a pic of where/how much the caliper is interfering?

[E30xium]

I just received my set. Sat out in front for a whole day since no one was home. Good thing everything was fine. Didn't get a tracking number though. Anyways, i can't wait to try these out.

"Stand tall and shake the heaven."

[dpmcdonald]

Thank you APEX for going through with the group buy and all of the hard work. Greatly appreciated!

I'm having issues with my set clearing the front brake caliper bracket! Did yours clear just fine??

[dugly52]

Is it possible to buy 2 extras? I know the original GB was 4, but now that you've produced them, I thought I'd see if you have extra sets. Same as the 17x8.5 concave above

[openhand]

Why hello there. ;D

[essi1553]

What is your suspension setup? (If you don't mind me asking)

Yes, I needed 5mm spacers to clear my stock brakes.

My previous setup was Style 5 16x8 205/40/16. As you can see, it was pretty damn low.

[APEX Race Parts]

Any update on the status of these?

Both the 17x8 ET25 and 17x8.5 ET20 wheels will be shipped out this week :)

Are these gone?

We do have additional units in stock! The 17x8 ET25 is available on our website here. If you are interested in the 17x8.5 ET20, feel free to give me a call at 925-605-7394.

Thank you APEX for going through with the group buy and all of the hard work. Greatly appreciated!

Wow the wheels look amazing on your E30! We appreciate the pictures

I'll add some additional info after having spoken to Matt at APEX...

It was a pleasure speaking with you today! Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions.

-Matt

[E30xium]

I'll add some additional info after having spoken to Matt at APEX. I've purchased the 17x8 et25, and was advised my selection of 215/40 would fit no problem on all 4 corners, along with my selection of 235/40 for the rear only. They said I'd likely run into issues up front if I wasn't running 2.5-3 degrees of camber attempting to clear 235/40 (I don't have camber added up front).

Matt didn't recommend staggered tires on non staggered wheels but I won't turn this thread into a debate of staggered vs not. I'll be going with a 215-235/40 staggered tire setup.

Thank you sir!

"Stand tall and shake the heaven."

[Nick's e30]

Thank you for pointing that out. That clears up everything. :)

"Stand tall and shake the heaven."

I'll add some additional info after having spoken to Matt at APEX. I've purchased the 17x8 et25, and was advised my selection of 215/40 would fit no problem on all 4 corners, along with my selection of 235/40 for the rear only. They said I'd likely run into issues up front if I wasn't running 2.5-3 degrees of camber attempting to clear 235/40 (I don't have camber added up front).

Matt didn't recommend staggered tires on non staggered wheels but I won't turn this thread into a debate of staggered vs not. I'll be going with a 215-235/40 staggered tire setup.

[E30xium]

Keep in mind he has the concave x8.5 wheels with all of this. Not sure which way you went on your order but some of this changes with the flat faced wheels.

Thank you for pointing that out. That clears up everything. :)

"Stand tall and shake the heaven."

[Nick's e30]

I see, are you running any spacers? What were your old set up?

"Stand tall and shake the heaven."

Keep in mind he has the concave x8.5 wheels with all of this. Not sure which way you went on your order but some of this changes with the flat faced wheels.

[f4tj0n]

I see, are you running any spacers? What were your old set up?

"Stand tall and shake the heaven."

Yes, I needed 5mm spacers to clear my stock brakes.

My previous setup was Style 5 16x8 205/40/16. As you can see, it was pretty damn low.

[E30xium]

Yes, the tires rub on the fender liner past maybe 1 turn. I completely forgot how close my tires are to my fender when turning and pulled my left fender out going up a driveway last night. But now at least now my skidplate is about 2.5" off the ground (24v swap).

I see, are you running any spacers? What were your old set up?

"Stand tall and shake the heaven."