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► APEX | 19” SM-10 Wheel Group Buy — Up to $400 off a set!

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Apex Wheels

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APEX 19” SM-10 Wheel Group Buy

This deal is now closed, thank you to all who have participated!

Based on the survey results from hundreds of Mustang enthusiasts, we see there’s demand for our SM-10 design in 19” Mustang specific fitments. Because of the advanced milling featured on these wheels, it’s only possible to bring these to market at an affordable rate if we can sell them in volume. The goal of this deal is to organize enough demand that we can significantly cut back on the price for people who pre-order.

The Mustang version of our SM-10 has been optimized specifically for this application. These aren’t just redrilled BMW wheels. We’ve thickened spokes and FEA optimized every size for a 10% higher load rating above the JWL/VIA standard. As usual we setup the wheel to work with OEM Mustang center caps, mounting hardware, and TPMS.

The SM-10 design is equipped with I-beam spokes to offset as much weight as possible from where we’ve beefed up the wheel. It also features a knurled bead along the barrel that helps keep a truer balance by reducing tire slippage on the rim. The SM-10 wheel design offers massive brake clearance, effectively clearing aftermarket big brakes kits as well as popular factory big brakes like the S197 14” and 15” GT500 Brembo kits, S550 Performance Package Brembo kit, and the massive GT350 and GT350R Brembo kits.

This deal offers the deepest discount we’ve ever offered through a Group Buy. Be the first to run our new design on a Mustang by signing-up today.


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Add Tires To Get Free Mounting & Balancing

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Wheel & tire bundles are available with this group buy. Add tires with your group buy wheel order and get Free tire mounting and balancing by our trusted enthusiast technicians. We use high-end, touchless equipment and inspect every wheel and tire combo thoroughly before they leave our warehouse. Popular Michelin & BFGoodrich street & track tires are available.


Thinking about waiting to join until your discount is hit? Don’t do that!
We always recommend getting your pledge in as early as possible. The system in no way rewards watching the deal and joining late. The whole purpose of the pledge system is to allow you to join with confidence and security even within the first minute of the deal accepting payment. You’ll never have to pay more than you’re willing to - even if you’re the first participant. Pledging is risk free!


I want to know more about APEX wheels. Where can I learn more about them?
All APEX wheels are highly regarded and fully verified with official JWL and VIA certifications for every single size and offset. We created these wheels to inspire confidence during track days, race events, and everyday driving. Click here to learn everything about APEX wheels. The quality of information is worth your time!


What’s different about our Group Buy?
Joining Group Buy deals via forums is traditionally a very manual process. Since our deals have grown so large over time, we are working with a new tool to organize these deals in a single, well organized location. This deal is entirely managed on GangUp.com where you can pay, follow, and discuss the deal’s status.


How do I participate?
Visit the official Deal Dashboard on GangUp.com. From there, you can show your interest by joining our feeler list. You’ll receive an email reminder when the deal officially opens. When the deal is live and accepting payments, you can complete checkout and pay for your order from the same page. All product details, member participants, and discussions can be found on that Dashboard.


What if I have some questions?
No problem! You can simply contact us by clicking “Message Vendor” on the deal page or via [email protected]. Please avoid sending us Private Messages as they do not automatically go into our ticketing system and will experience a delay for responses.


Want to see how they look?

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Apex Wheels

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How does the weight of these wheels compare to same size EC-7's?

Anyone in on the group buy?

There are 5 people pledged so far, which we feel is great given the lead time on the wheels. We appreciate everyones support!

The SM-10 is approximately 1 pound lighter than it's EC-7 counterpart. 19x10" ET40 EC-7 comes in at 24lbs while the 19x10" ET40 SM-10 is 23lbs.

- Cory
 

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Stay Balanced With a Knurled Bead

When considering modifications that will enhance your track weekend’s success and safety, the modifications that cannot be seen are ones that often make the largest difference. Everything must work in unison to properly and effectively utilize your chassis, suspension, and wheel & tire combination. Tire slippage upsets this balance, and is most commonly experienced when lateral and longitudinal torque is applied to the tires under loads seen on track. On our Mustang APEX SM-10 wheels, we’ve included a knurled bead seat to reduce unwanted tire rotation

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This machined knurling throughout the wheel’s barrel increases friction between the wheel and tire to combat excessive tire slippage and maintain a true balance. Braking deep into a corner, bouncing off berms at the apex, and applying throttle at corner exit all apply enough tire load to cause unwanted tire slippage. Seeing as the tires are the sole contact patch, maintaining a true tire balance is of utmost importance to ensure your Mustang is operating at its fullest potential.

On most all track applications, tires are prone to one full rotation or more during a track session. Modern Mustangs create big lateral grip loads, increasing the chance of tire slippage. Combat unwanted tire rotation by utilizing the SM-10’s knurled bead. Arrive at your track weekend with perfectly balanced tires, leave your track weekend with perfectly balanced tires.

- Cory
 

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These look great--looking forward to seeing them in the wild soon...and hopefully 18" versions to follow.

Yes and Yes! It will be a bit before the 18" are on the streets, but they are on our list.

Anyone else on here submitted their interest or pledged?

- Cory
 

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S197 + SM-10 = Beauty

After requests from the community, we are excited to announce that the SM-10 renderings on a S197 chassis are complete and have been added to the main page. You can also see them below on this beautiful GT500.


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A track focused Mustang is not complete without a track proven wheel and tire setup. Submit your pledge early to lock in your desired finishes, and stay tuned for more updates as we draw nearer to the deadline.

- Cory
 

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Hello Everyone,

The first batch of our 19” Mustang SM-10 sample wheels have arrived. We are very excited to see these in person and they have lived up to the hype. Below are a few teaser shots highlighting some of the unique features this wheel has to offer. Stay tuned for actual on car photos coming soon!

SM-10 19x10” ET40 Anthracite in all its glory

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Accepts factory S550 center caps for enthusiasts looking for that OEM+ look

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CNC sculpted “I” beam spokes for strength and weight savings

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Knurled beading. Arrive to the track with balanced wheels and tires, leave the track with balanced wheels and tires.

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- Cory
 

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Thanks fellas!

Byron, I have a few people lined up right now but if they fall through I will hit you up.

- Cory
 

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Has anyone tried fitting 19x11 ET26 fronts and 19x11.5 ET56 rears to a S197?
Not that I'm aware of for the rear. Fronts will fit the same as our 19x11 ET52 and a 25mm spacer.

The 19x11.5" ET56 was designed for the rear of an S550, specifically for OE GT350R fitment. It could run up front on a GT350 and would tuck under the fenders but would need a large spacer. Front of a regular S550 or S197 would certainly poke.

- Cory
 

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Had an opportunity to meet up with ByronJ over the weekend to test out our latest SM-10 sample wheels on his beautiful GT350. That rear fitment is on point with the 19x11.5" ET56 wrapped in 325/30-19 Michelin PS4S!

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