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Since this is the tech section, I'm going to give you guys some info on what makes the Weds AMF process better than regular cast wheels. With Weds' Advanced Metal

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Old 06-21-2012, 07:21 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Since this is the tech section, I'm going to give you guys some info on what makes the Weds AMF process better than regular cast wheels. With Weds' Advanced Metal Forming (AMF) techniques, you end up with a stronger wheel compared to traditional casting methods. AMF casting produces a stronger, lighter, wheel. It's a great choice for customers that want the most durable wheel possible but can't spring for the higher end forged wheels.



In the AMF process, Weds casts the face of the wheel and the barrel in one piece and uses special forming equipment to mold the metal into the final shape. The 1st stage is casting the wheel, using a flow-form technique. This is the best way to cast a wheel. Once the wheel is cast, it's mounted to exclusive spinning equipment and heated while the rollers rearrange the material according to the rim mold. Once the wheel has been molded, it's handed off to the machining and finishing machines, where the final details are handled.



The AMF process results in a stronger and more flexible wheel because of how the aluminum changes on a macro level. Weds' AMF series wheels have higher stretch strength, durability, and spread than competitors. Take a look at the macro photos of the crystalline structure of the aluminum. Which one looks stronger to you?



In addition to the AMF forming process, Weds also uses N-FRAME technology on the TC105N which provides even more strength by reinforcing the windows between the spokes. This gives the TC105N more strength and a unique look.



Here's the TC105N for those of you that are unfamiliar.



Oh, and just because we're on the subject of strong wheels... Check out this video! This shows why it's important to buy quality wheels.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJeFB6SRslk
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Question I have is how much stronger are true forged wheels by quality manufacturer? I was hesitant to buy we'd sports but now have two sets.
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so far im happy with the SA55M's. they look great and are light weight.

i wish they'd release the 19x9.5 ET35 they have for 5x120 using 5x114.3. ive asked them already and weds was not willing to do it. that would be great for the front for me.
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I wish weds would put out a width/offset for the rear like Advan GT wheels that were just released have 11 inch width with +5 offset....
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are weds really into that hella flush look with the wedsport series? i dont think so... these wheels are made for function. minimal weight, minimal excess materials.
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are weds really into that hella flush look with the wedsport series? i dont think so... these wheels are made for function. minimal weight, minimal excess materials.
Cant blame me for trying! haha

THe sad thing is they would be hella flush on a 350Z on a 370z not so much.... But otherwise SA55M is BEAUTIFUL!! And meets all
you described

Oh and a 19x10.5+0 offset would weigh the same as a 19x10.5+15 they offer so that would still meet minimal weight, minimal materials and be CRAZY functional
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Cant blame me for trying! haha

THe sad thing is they would be hella flush on a 350Z on a 370z not so much.... But otherwise SA55M is BEAUTIFUL!! And meets all
you described

Oh and a 19x10.5+0 offset would weigh the same as a 19x10.5+15 they offer so that would still meet minimal weight, minimal materials and be CRAZY functional
hey now, you said 11" on the post prior. lol

yah, i dont like my cars too low and the Z's already sitting in a pretty aggressive stance so at +15 it's flush to the rear arch.

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hey now, you said 11" on the post prior. lol

yah, i dont like my cars too low and the Z's already sitting in a pretty aggressive stance so at +15 it's flush to the rear arch.

You are right Ken! I did say 11+5... I really just want that offset so a 10.5+0 will be almost the same... I should have clarified!

Your Z looks sick so no complaints there...

I just tried out so many wheels on my 350z and the exact look i finally settled on my 350Z on a 370z would be a 19x10.5+0 or 19x11+5 to match that look....
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thanks, volk. (and i was just kidding about the 0.5" difference. )

if you're willing to slam the ride and run lots of camber i am sure your 10.5 +0 or 11 +5 would fit. the good about the 370Z's rear arch is it's not folded inward horizontally. it's just a thicker piece of straight metal (pre-fender rolled). so you can go pretty damn aggressive on the rear with ample clearance.
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