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

[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

[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??

[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."

[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?

[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.

[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.

[dpmcdonald]

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.

I see. Well, I don't want to run a spacer and bought these under the impression I wouldn't have to. I was told these wheels would even clear a BBK.

[dpmcdonald]

-Matt

Matt, can you chime in here?

[essi1553]

I don't want to steal anyone's thunder but I spoke with Matt regarding this.

I'm running a UUC BBK, and the concave version of these wheels.

I was told even with the UUC BBK I should only need a 5mm Spacer, however the first gentleman here (with the red car) also said he needed to run a 5mm spacer as well. If you wanted a set without the need for spacers and BBK clearance the flat faced were the ideal choice. Realistically a 5mm Spacer isn't a big deal imo. Personally I am more concerned if the tires will rub with the required spacer.

For the groups knowledge I haven't test fitted these wheels yet with my BBK.

[f4tj0n]

I see. Well, I don't want to run a spacer and bought these under the impression I wouldn't have to. I was told these wheels would even clear a BBK.

I was under the same impression but I don't mind the little baby spacer. I'm sure you can shave the bridge down a little bit to make it clear without really sacrificing the strength.

[Nick's e30]

I don't want to steal anyone's thunder but I spoke with Matt regarding this.

I'm running a UUC BBK, and the concave version of these wheels.

I was told even with the UUC BBK I should only need a 5mm Spacer, however the first gentleman here (with the red car) also said he needed to run a 5mm spacer as well. If you wanted a set without the need for spacers and BBK clearance the flat faced were the ideal choice. Realistically a 5mm Spacer isn't a big deal imo. Personally I am more concerned if the tires will rub with the required spacer.

For the groups knowledge I haven't test fitted these wheels yet with my BBK.

Everything you said. When I was first deciding on concave or not, Matt and UUC did template tests with the flat face Arc-8. Flat face will clear the biggest BBK on the market for a 4 lug e30. Concave would not.

I'm sure you could grind down that portion of the bracket a hair on the OE brake caliper, but I can see why one wouldn't want to do that.

[f4tj0n]

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

I have the Ground Control kit with the Street Touring plates.

[jon volk]

I was under the same impression but I don't mind the little baby spacer. I'm sure you can shave the bridge down a little bit to make it clear without really sacrificing the strength.

That is my plan after seeing the area affected. Id prefer that option to spacers.

[essi1553]

I have the Ground Control kit with the Street Touring plates.

Thank you, I was really trying to determine what kind of drop you have in comparison to stock, but since my wheels will be here next week, I guess I can wait :p

[jon volk]

You'll need to grind quite a bit material if you don't use spacers. I still prefer this to spacers.