Our friend Josh (@e92.shua) dropped by the shop with his E92 335i to check out our new forged wheels . Josh currently runs our flow-formed ARC-8’s and was excited to see how a different design would look on his car so we mounted our new 17″ EC-7R forged wheels in brushed clear. We couldn’t help but move over his Red Center Caps as well. Wow, what a beautiful combo of the red cap and brushed clear finish. The EC-7R is the first design available in 17″ since our classic flow formed ARC-8 and is designed stronger and lighter with a higher load rating and “I” beam spokes that optimize the weight of the wheel without compromising strength. Here are a few photos from the visit.
Wheel Setup
APEX 17×9″ ET42 EC-7R Forged Wheels in Brushed Clear Toyo Proxes RR Tires 255/40-17 APEX 12mm F/R Spacers Spacers APEX Red Center Caps Note: These wheels were production samples. This fitment is not recommended for this chassis so we utilized spacers for this setup and photoshoot. Please see our E9X Non-M Fitment Guide here for recommended fitments.
Modifications
Arkym Style Front Lip MP Style Carbon Diffuser Carbon Rear Fin Diffuser Extension BMS Intake ETS 5 Inch Intercooler ARM Charge Pipe OEM BMW Performance Carbon Spoiler Coby Wheel Alcantara Steering Wheel Alpina Transmission Flash Tuned with MHD BC Racing Coilovers
Tags
- Bolt pattern: 5x120mm
- Fitment type: Performance Street and Track
- BMW, 3 Series, E90 E91 E92 E93
- BMW, 3 Series, E90 E91 LCI
- Wheel design: EC-7R
- Wheel diameter: 17"
- Wheel line: Forged Classic Line
Tom Maloney
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.
