APEX Forged Wheels EC-7R

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Many customers who track their GT4 often come to us looking for 18" wheel solutions. 18" wheels allow us to run more tire choices for competition and for HPDEs. To run smaller wheels requires changing out the front brakes but once we get past that big hump we usually get stuck finding an 18" wheel with the right size and offset to fit the car!
Fully custom bespoke wheels can get you past this final obstacle, but usually comes with high cost and long lead times. This is why we have decided to carry APEX Forged Wheels!
The Forged EC-7R fit the Cayman GT4 with perfect offsets and with large barrel clearance provide enough clearance for the brakes. Strong and lightweight, these are the perfect track wheels and improve overall balance. 
APEX forging process explained

10K TONS OF PRESSURE

To make these the strongest wheels we possibly can, we applied as much pressure as possible using a 10,000 ton forge. This extreme pressure increases the strength of the aluminum by eliminating porosity and improving the grain structure.

APEX forging process explained

PROPRIETARY BLANKS

Many companies use 3rd-party blanks intended for non-motorsport wheels which can severely limit sizes, concavity, spoke design, and critical brake clearance. We’ve invested in our own proprietary blank profiles to give us full control over the final product.

APEX EC-7R Forged wheels feature I Beam Spokes

"I" BEAM SPOKES

One of the most significant upgrades to the EC-7R is the addition of "I" beam spokes. Any excess material that doesn’t add strength is carved out from the sides of the spokes using a precision CNC ball cutter. This process is often deemed cost-prohibitive by others, but for true performance without compromise we believe it's essential.

APEX Forged wheels are actually stronger

ACTUALLY STRONGER

Want to know how strong a wheel is? Look at the load rating. Many wheel manufacturers simply rely on the word “forged” to imply strength when their actual load ratings are just as low as cast wheels. Ours were designed from the start to have measurably higher load ratings so they don’t just sound stronger, they are stronger.

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APEX EC-7R wheels clear a variety of big brake kits

BIG BRAKE CLEARANCE

The EC-7R improves on the original EC-7's already-phenomenal brake clearance, thanks to our high-clearance forged blanks. Forging allows us to reduce spoke thickness without compromising strength. As a result, the EC-7R has more brake clearance than any wheel we’ve ever made.

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APEX Forged wheels have a stronger inner lip

BIGGER, TOUGHER INNER LIP

The inner lip is the most vulnerable part of a wheel, because it has no spokes for support. By using forged 6061-T6 aluminum, and reinforcing this high-impact area with more material, we provide an extra layer of protection against track berms, potholes, and whatever else the road may throw at you.

APEX Wheels are optimized for strength and weight

WEIGHT OPTIMIZED

We conducted extensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to reinforce high stress areas and to remove material where it didn’t improve strength. The end result is a wheel with an ideal balance of strength and weight.

APEX Forged wheels feature paintless knurled beads

PAINTLESS KNURLED BEADS

Whether it’s a day at the track or months of street driving, repeated hard braking can make a tire slip along the bead seat and go out of balance, causing vibration. Knurled beads help, but are less effective when painted over. Our Forged line features unpainted knurled beads that stay sharp and maximize grip.

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APEX wheels are built for Impact Sockets

BUILT FOR IMPACT SOCKETS

Track wheels need track tools. Don’t settle for wheels that require undersized tuner lugs or thin walled sockets. All APEX wheels accommodate over-sized race lugs and impact sockets to make swapping wheels lightning fast.

APEX Forged wheels are offered in premium finishes

PREMIUM FINISHES

Our Forged wheel line enabled us to release the finishes we’ve always hoped for. Fully polished aluminum, hand brushed with tinted clear, and a much wider range of painted finishes. Our forged wheels not only deliver performance, but also distinctive new styles as well.

APEX wheels are tested to meet or exceed JWL load ratings

JWL AND BEYOND

APEX forged wheels exceed JWL load rating requirements by almost 20%. Some manufacturers don't meet the minimum requirements, yet still claim to be compliant. Always compare load ratings to ensure you aren’t sacrificing critical strength for a slightly lighter wheel.

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APEX wheels are all VIA certified

TRUE VIA

Many companies promote their wheels as being certified by the VIA when they actually aren’t. That’s like using the USDA logo on food without permission. APEX wheels get officially tested and registered by the VIA in Japan, and we have the proof to back it up.

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APEX Lifetime Structural Warranty

LIFETIME WARRANTY

All APEX wheels come with a lifetime structural warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, plus a 1 year finish warranty. Exchanges are fast, easy, and hassle-free.

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APEX Accidental Damage Replacement Program

ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE REPLACEMENT

Curb rash or pothole damage on the street? Make an oopsie at the track? We’ve all been there. APEX is proud to offer 50% off replacement wheels, no matter the damage.

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ADDITIONAL FEATURES

All APEX wheels have vehicle specific center bore

HUB CENTRIC

All APEX wheels are purpose built for select vehicle applications to not require centering rings. All Porsche specific 5x130mm bolt pattern wheels feature a direct-fit, 71.6mm center bore.

APEX wheels fit OEM center caps

CENTER CAPS

All APEX Porsche wheels come with our Gloss Black cap included which is interchangeable with the OE Porsche crest cap. We also offer optional red caps.

All APEX wheels work with OEM hardware

HARDWARE

APEX Porsche wheels are engineered to be compatible with your OEM R14 ball seat mounting hardware. They’ll also accept proper aftermarket hardware, stud kits and spacers.

APEX wheels work with OE and aftermarket TPMS

TPMS

Accepts OEM and aftermarket Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors and standard valve stems. No sensors? Select from our metal stems, in multiple finishes.


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