BMW E46 M3 Track Car With ARC-8R Forged Wheels

Our friend Dan (@danavon7) brought out his track prep’d E46 M3 to our shop to get a sneak-peek at what our new forged wheels have to offer. Dan already owns multiple sets of our classic ARC-8 flow-formed wheels, so to say he was excited for the opportunity to try out our new 18” ARC-8R forged wheel, is an understatement. The new ARC-8R cleared his PFC 355mm front brakes with ease, leaving plenty of room to spare. With a significantly higher load rating than it’s flow-formed predecessor, the new ARC-8R provides the next level in strength and track performance.

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Wheel Setup

Square: – 18×9.5″ ET35 ARC-8R Forged Wheels in Anthracite – 275/35-18 Toyo Proxes R888R – 5mm Front Spacer (for a flush fitment) – 12mm Rear Spacer (for a flush fitment)

Modifications

– MCS 3-way Coilovers – GC Race Camber Plates – PFC 355mm/328mm BBK – Turner Camber Arms – Turner Sway Bars- Turner Subframe bushings – Turner Solid Diff Bushings – Turner Solid RTAB – Turner Solid Control Arm bushings – Treehouse Racing FCAB – Reinforced Subframe – OS Giken LSD – Rogue Engineering Transmission Mounts – SGT Headers – SGT Section 1 – AFE Stage 2 Intake – EPIC Tune, Dinan Exhaust – Bimmerworld Airdam/Splitter/Dive Planes – Bimmerworld V2 Wing – TrackSpec Hood Vents – TC Design Roll Cage – Racetech RT4119 – Scroth Profi 2 Harness

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Tom M.

Tom is a BMW Fitment Expert at APEX Wheels. Prior to joining the company in 2019, he worked for BMW of North America as Fleet Manager: Portland (OR) for the ReachNow car-sharing program, and as Warranty Administrator/Loaner Fleet Manager at BMW Portland. In addition, Tom has extensive training in BMW TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins) as well as in-depth knowledge of all BMW chassis and their wheel fitment options, with and without aftermarket brake and suspension upgrades. His high-performance driving experience includes autocross events in southern Oregon and track days at PIR in his 2004 E46 330i with 17x9 ET42 APEX ARC-8 wheels. Vehicles he owned prior to indulging his passion for BMWs include a 1989 Jaguar XJ6 and a 2006 S197 Ford Mustang. Fun Fact: Tom is a huge Formula 1 fan. Have questions about wheels for your BMW? Use our contact form and ask for Tom.