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Originally Posted by bearcatpride
Perhaps a design similar to the C5 Z06 wheel with a deep lip
ooOOOOoooo...have you guys thought about a machined wheel? next wheels i get are coming from you guys. 
Couldn't you guys CNC the barrel overage while mounted to a spare center?
Then you could do it per order basis. After owning three sets of Fikse wheels, FM5, Profil 10 x 2. I got tired of trying to keep the part in between the spokes cleaned.
Also in my opinion that part made the wheel look kind of sloppy. That's why for some reason not too many people will show the profils 10's face on. But always on an angle to avoid showing the barrels peeping thru.
But I feel the end result would be worth the effort, as it would free up the opening on the end webbing making the wheel look bigger. And also shedding some additional weight.
I even considered doing a set on my own with an air grinder. But it would take me for ever and worried about upsetting the balance of the wheel. Being that it was done my hand.
Then you could do it per order basis. After owning three sets of Fikse wheels, FM5, Profil 10 x 2. I got tired of trying to keep the part in between the spokes cleaned.
Also in my opinion that part made the wheel look kind of sloppy. That's why for some reason not too many people will show the profils 10's face on. But always on an angle to avoid showing the barrels peeping thru.
But I feel the end result would be worth the effort, as it would free up the opening on the end webbing making the wheel look bigger. And also shedding some additional weight.
I even considered doing a set on my own with an air grinder. But it would take me for ever and worried about upsetting the balance of the wheel. Being that it was done my hand.
Originally Posted by Fikse USA
Removing the step in the inner and outer rims would take redisigning our entire lineup, inside and out, so unfortunately that's not an option. The Profil 10s are already available with anodized centers.
Kenisis is a nice looking wheel. Enjoy it!
-Danny G.
Kenisis is a nice looking wheel. Enjoy it!
-Danny G.
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Nothing of that sort can really be done on a per order basis, because of the cost of tooling. Not only would the tooling have to be changed for rim halves, but our centers would have to be made in a larger diameter. However, who's to say what the future may have in store....
I would highly recommend against ever trying to remove the step in our wheels with an air grinder, as the rim halves are rolled that way, and the grinder would penetrate through the metal before you got the inside diameter you're trying to acheive. Thus creating a large hole in your rim. Having said that, it would not reduce weight either, as it is not a solid piece, and your center would no longer have a place to bolt up to.
I hope that all makes sense.
Thanks,
Danny G.
I would highly recommend against ever trying to remove the step in our wheels with an air grinder, as the rim halves are rolled that way, and the grinder would penetrate through the metal before you got the inside diameter you're trying to acheive. Thus creating a large hole in your rim. Having said that, it would not reduce weight either, as it is not a solid piece, and your center would no longer have a place to bolt up to.
I hope that all makes sense.
Thanks,
Danny G.
Originally Posted by 69TA
Couldn't you guys CNC the barrel overage while mounted to a spare center?
Then you could do it per order basis. After owning three sets of Fikse wheels, FM5, Profil 10 x 2. I got tired of trying to keep the part in between the spokes cleaned.
Also in my opinion that part made the wheel look kind of sloppy. That's why for some reason not too many people will show the profils 10's face on. But always on an angle to avoid showing the barrels peeping thru.
But I feel the end result would be worth the effort, as it would free up the opening on the end webbing making the wheel look bigger. And also shedding some additional weight.
I even considered doing a set on my own with an air grinder. But it would take me for ever and worried about upsetting the balance of the wheel. Being that it was done my hand.
Then you could do it per order basis. After owning three sets of Fikse wheels, FM5, Profil 10 x 2. I got tired of trying to keep the part in between the spokes cleaned.
Also in my opinion that part made the wheel look kind of sloppy. That's why for some reason not too many people will show the profils 10's face on. But always on an angle to avoid showing the barrels peeping thru.
But I feel the end result would be worth the effort, as it would free up the opening on the end webbing making the wheel look bigger. And also shedding some additional weight.
I even considered doing a set on my own with an air grinder. But it would take me for ever and worried about upsetting the balance of the wheel. Being that it was done my hand.
Last edited by Fikse USA; Feb 27, 2007 at 04:26 PM.
I guess no one likes my idea of wire spokes with a dish huh?
Honestly I would like to see a set out that only cost me either an arm OR a leg. Not both. Yall make some beautiful wheels though!
Honestly I would like to see a set out that only cost me either an arm OR a leg. Not both. Yall make some beautiful wheels though!
Danny just looked at your wheels on the website and noticed something.All the wheels have exposted lug holes.Have you ever considered making a wheel that had a cover to hide them that was either machined or whatever that said FIKSE across it in italics?some of those wheels would look killer like the Profil 5S if the spokes were a bit longer and the center section was a tad smaller with a polished/machined cover that had FIKSE in italics.
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Originally Posted by ddnspider
Danny just looked at your wheels on the website and noticed something.All the wheels have exposted lug holes.Have you ever considered making a wheel that had a cover to hide them that was either machined or whatever that said FIKSE across it in italics?some of those wheels would look killer like the Profil 5S if the spokes were a bit longer and the center section was a tad smaller with a polished/machined cover that had FIKSE in italics.
Places like CCW make some gorgeous wheels that are similar to what you're describing. However, not to discredit thier product by any means, they aren't built for racing. They are a great street wheel, with a great look.
By the way, I'm not trying to discredit your idea either. I just want to clarify how our wheels are built, and what they're built for. Hope this all makes sense. Keep the ideas coming guys! :thumbs:
Danny G.
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Originally Posted by milk
I agree with some of the others guys, somthing similar to the 10 spoke but with a nice 4'' lip in the back would be nice.
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Originally Posted by Fikse USA
I completely see where you're coming from, on the appearance end. However, our wheels are built primarily for racing. Therefore, doing something of that sort would sacrifice the structural integrity and rigidity of the wheel.
Places like CCW make some gorgeous wheels that are similar to what you're describing. However, not to discredit thier product by any means, they aren't built for racing. They are a great street wheel, with a great look.
By the way, I'm not trying to discredit your idea either. I just want to clarify how our wheels are built, and what they're built for. Hope this all makes sense. Keep the ideas coming guys! :thumbs:
Danny G.
Places like CCW make some gorgeous wheels that are similar to what you're describing. However, not to discredit thier product by any means, they aren't built for racing. They are a great street wheel, with a great look.
By the way, I'm not trying to discredit your idea either. I just want to clarify how our wheels are built, and what they're built for. Hope this all makes sense. Keep the ideas coming guys! :thumbs:
Danny G.
The only thing "wrong" with your wheels is that stepped lip in my opinion. When someone buys a 17", 18", or 19" wheel, they want it to look like a 17", 18", or 19" wheel. The stepped lip cheapens the look of the wheels IMO. Other than that, the styles you guys already have out are timeless, FM5s have been out as long as I can remember, and they are still one of the best looking wheels for LS1 cars. "Modernize" the wheel designs you already have, how much more would tooling cost for a totally new wheel versus "fixing" the lip?
FYI, CCW doesn't make any wheels without exposed lug nuts. They are also raced successfully, but this is your party. 
Shawn
Originally Posted by Fikse USA
Places like CCW make some gorgeous wheels that are similar to what you're describing. However, not to discredit thier product by any means, they aren't built for racing. They are a great street wheel, with a great look.
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Originally Posted by ddnspider
how would that change the structural integrity?as far as having hidden lugnuts.the wheels could basically look the same but have a removable cover for the center section.that way you'd still have the race crowd and the bling crowd
Originally Posted by SPANKY LS1
FYI, CCW doesn't make any wheels without exposed lug nuts. They are also raced successfully, but this is your party.
Originally Posted by SPANKY LS1
The only thing "wrong" with your wheels is that stepped lip in my opinion. When someone buys a 17", 18", or 19" wheel, they want it to look like a 17", 18", or 19" wheel. The stepped lip cheapens the look of the wheels IMO. Other than that, the styles you guys already have out are timeless, FM5s have been out as long as I can remember, and they are still one of the best looking wheels for LS1 cars. "Modernize" the wheel designs you already have, how much more would tooling cost for a totally new wheel versus "fixing" the lip?
Last edited by Fikse USA; Feb 28, 2007 at 06:18 PM.
thats a nice broad statement that all hidden lugnut wheels are ugly.what about for SUV's with large wheels?i dunno what the point of this thread is anyways if every suggestion was told no and it was stupid