Front, 18", Medium Lip, 5 Lugs, Anthracite
Discontinued
FL-5 Wheels
Deep lip design, uncompromised brake clearance
Finish: Anthracite
Overview
FL-5 Highlights
- Deep Lip Design with Uncompromised Brake Clearance
- Dual Flow Formed for Superior Strength
- I-Beam Spokes for Reduced Weight
- Independently Tested and Certified
- Unmatched Replacement Program
- Lifetime Structural Warranty
FL-5 Specifications
* Designed to fit BMW 5x120mm center caps
Reproductive Harm - www.p65warnings.ca.cov FL-5 Gallery
BMW 2 Series F22 F23
Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Gen 1
BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 E93
BMW M4 F82 F83
BMW Z4 E89
BMW M3 E90 E92 E93
BMW M2 F87
BMW M3 E46
BMW M3 E90 E92 E93
BMW M3 E46
BMW M3 F80
BMW M3 E46
BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 E93
BMW M2 F87
BMW M2 F87
BMW M3 F80
BMW Z4 E89
BMW M3 E90 E92 E93
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FL-5 features
Dual Flow Formed
The FL-5 is our only wheel to feature dual flow forming. This means both the barrel and the front outer lip are formed using high-pressure rollers to improve their mechanical properties and maximize strength and stiffness. It allows us to use less material and reduce weight without sacrificing strength.
"I" Beam Spokes
One of the most prominent features of the FL-5 is its advanced "I"-beam spoke machining. 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 performance without compromise we believe it's essential.
Bigger, Tougher Inner Lip
The inner lip is the most vulnerable part of a wheel because it has no spokes for support. Our Flow Formed Evolution line adds more material to this high-impact area as an extra layer of protection against track berms, potholes, and whatever else the road may throw at you.
Big Brake Clearance
Wheels with a lip are notorious for having terrible multi-piston caliper clearance. The FL-5’s curved spokes were designed based on countless factory and aftermarket brake models. The spokes wrap around most calipers without sacrificing the FL-5's beautiful lip.
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 result is a wheel that is exceptionally light without the strength compromises found on typical lightweight wheels.²
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.
32mm
Socket Diameter Clearance
Finishing Touches
The FL-5 is finished using a multi-stage liquid paint over a powder coated base coat. This coating process leaves lug holes, center bores and mounting pads untouched, which ensures proper fit and torque values.
JWL and Beyond
All APEX Flow Formed wheels meet or meaningfully exceed JWL load rating requirements. 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.
True VIA
The VIA is an independent wheel testing and auditing agency similar to TÜV. Many companies falsely claim their wheels have been certified, and even use the VIA stamp without permission. Our Flow Formed wheels have been certified, and we provide the registration numbers for every wheel. Protect yourself. Demand registration numbers from manufacturers.
Additional features
Hub Centric
All FL-5 wheels are purpose built for select vehicle applications. Very few applications require centering rings.
Center Caps
All APEX wheels come with our gloss black cap included that is interchangeable with the OE cap. We also offer additional colors for select fitments.
Wheel Hardware
APEX wheels can be used with all OEM mounting hardware, proper aftermarket hardware and most wheel spacers. Wheel locks and stud conversion kits also work perfectly.
TPMS
All APEX wheels accept OEM and aftermarket Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors and standard fit valve stems. If you don’t have sensors, then select from our metal stems available in multiple finishes.
Accessories
A Wheel You Can Depend On
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.
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.
¹ All wheels compared with equivalent 18x10” ET25 5x120mm / 72.56mm fitment
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