[Genieman]

Just wanted to hear your thoughts about two particular wheels.

The SM10s from Apex which were just released and I've been personally waiting for those to come out for a while in 19s.

https://www.apexraceparts.com/wheels...-10-wheel.html

After looking around a bit more I found 305 Forged and more specifically the ft108 version.

https://305forgedwheels.com/collecti.../copy-of-ft108



Both are flow formed and fairly light. Based on Apex's announcement I think the 305 Forged might be a slight bit lighter. The ft108 have 9 spokes vs 10 spokes for the SM10s. Both seem to have similar shapes.

Opinions? Thoughts?

[sewhelan9]

Obviously taste is subjective, but I prefer the look of the Apex, especially the center section with the way it looks concave and the exposed lugs.

[Genieman]

Originally Posted by sewhelan9

Obviously taste is subjective, but I prefer the look of the Apex, especially the center section with the way it looks concave and the exposed lugs.

Agreed, but what if despite apex having a slight edge on looks, the 305s were 25% cheaper and lighter?

[sewhelan9]

For me, the wheels can make or break the look of the car, so I would wait on the next Apex group buy.

[Genieman]

Btw if anyone else knows a manufacturer that has this type of design please let me know. So far I've also seen forgestar cf10.

[goj]

I chose apex because a brand like 305 forged is still new. Quality is still a question in my mind although they are good looking - not saying they're poor but I dont want to be the person to find out if they are bad

[RollingLower42]

Apex

[yoon_209]

I have apex arc-8

very strong lightweight wheels and you if catch the clearance or group buys you can get a a set for less than $1k

apex are very popular bmw wheels... very good track setup for the cost

[Rokoz]

Apex is proven and trusted. Their wheels are also very sharp looking.

That being said, there are a few F30s with 305Forged wheels. Myself included and the reaction seems to be great. I haven't had any issues with mine. No bends, cracks, etc and they balanced well.

I know some of Apex wheels will clear a BBK at 18 inches, I'm not sure if 305Forged will as most people have gone with 19s

I don't think you can miss with either brand personally.

[dvaz]

Apex for sure.

[KushPatel]

I don't know much about Apex, I'm sure they are great wheels, but I have some 305 Forged FT107's and I absolutely love them. The wheels look great and seem to be made of pretty high quality.

[wdeerfield]

19x9 et30 will stick out and extra 17mm from stock up front and 23mm out back. I was waiting for these wheels as well from apex but they focused on the f8x platform instead of the f3x.