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Wheel101 : All about TERMS

By Wheel Master

What does Offset mean?

Offset is the distance between the hub mounting face at the back of the wheel and the wheel’s centraline.

Offset diagram

Offset is usually stamped or engraved into the wheel and is measured in millimetres of ‘ET’ [ET is the short form of the German word 'Einpresstiefe' which literally translates as 'insertion depth'] (more…)

Rumour has it – - BATMAN NEW RIDE !!

By Kevin

New Picture

Rumors about new Batman ride (which ,for me, is equivalent to a sneak of Bond’s girl)  . This Lamborghini will , possibly , be the next Batman Mobil. How cool is that!!!

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Wheel VS. Wife

Just the other day, I was admiring a friend’s new ride. The car looks absolutely fabulous.  The car would look better if it is lowered but the OE wheels are simply hideous.  Hence, I suggested that he should get it change, after all who the heck run on OE wheels nowadays. I was shocked when told me that he dumped all his money on his wedding and saving for his big day, so no plans to mod his car till then. I respect the sanctity of marriage but I think he’s not getting his priorities right – driving around in a brand new ride with the OE wheels, is like walking into a fine dining restaurant garb in an Armani suit and  slippers.
I tried to talk some senses into him why the wheels should come before marriage:
1. Wheels : You own the wheels.
Wife : She owns you!
2. Wheels : Polygamy.
Wife : Monogamy.
3. Wheels : Four hub rings. (Less than a hundred.)
Wife : Engagement and wedding ring. (3 months salary!)
4. Wife:   You got to stick with your wife for better or worse. Once you took the vow,there’s no turning back. If you intend to change your mind, read point number 5.
Wheels : If it looks better, then you keep it for a few more years. If it looks worse, you                  get it change after your next paycheck.
5. Wife : If you divorce her, you lose half of your assets (or more!)
Wheels : If you intend to ‘divorce’ your current set of wheels, you can even trade in the old ones to  subsidize the new set.
6. Wheels : The specs will never change.
Wife : The specs will change.
7. Wheels : Sometimes, the retailer will throw in a freebie.
Wife : The only freebie that comes along is a bun in the oven, which is going to cost you a bomb 9 months down the road.
8. Wheels  : One time investment.
Wife : Eternal  investment.
9. Wheels : Bling-bling!
Wife: You’ll never stop paying for her bling!
10. Wheels : Simple.
Wife : Complicated.
The list could go on and on.  Hopefully, he’ll come to his senses and do some justice to his car

By Rodney

Just the other day, I was admiring a friend’s new ride. The car looks absolutely fabulous.  The car would look better if it is lowered but the OE wheels are simply hideous.  Hence, I suggested that he should get it change, after all who the heck run on OE wheels nowadays. I was shocked when told me that he dumped all his money on his wedding and saving for his big day, so no plans to mod his car till then. I respect the sanctity of marriage but I think he’s not getting his priorities right – driving around in a brand new ride with the OE wheels, is like walking into a fine dining restaurant garb in an Armani suit and  slippers.

I tried to talk some senses into him why the wheels should come before marriage:

Wheels : You own the wheels.

Wife : She owns you!

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Wheels : Polygamy.

Wife : Monogamy.

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Wheels : Four hub rings. (Less than a hundred.)

Wife : Engagement and wedding ring. (3 months salary!)

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Wheels :  If it looks better, then you keep it for a few more years. If it looks worse, you get it change after your next paycheck.

Wife:   You got to stick with your wife for better or worse. Once you took the vow,there’s no turning back. If you intend to change your mind, read the next one.

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Wheel101 : Alloy Wheel VS Forged Wheel

By Wheel Master

Forging uses intense heat and pressure to transform a [solid} slug of alloy material into the final shape of a wheel. Forged aluminum is stronger than cast aluminum, yet less material is needed to produce the same "cast alloy wheel", which results in a lighter product. Because of the basic limitations inherent in forging, most forged wheels are two or three piece units. In two-piece construction, a centre is forged and welded or bolted into a spun or stamped outer rim. In a three-piece wheel, the centre is bolted to an inner and an outer rim half. This stands as an advantage of being easily customizable for a variety of widths and offsets.

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Forged wheel - Rather basic design

Forged

Forged wheels

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Advanti BIG and CONSECUTIVE in Cairo !!

By Advanti

If you happen to drive on the highway from Cairo to Alexandra ,you cannot miss these Three-Consecutive-Double-Faced Advanti billboards on the way!! They are super cool and standing out! Prove how much the Egyptians love speed !!

Consecutive Advanti Billboard in Egypt

Consecutive Advanti Billboard in Egypt

Wheel101 : What is an Alloy Wheel ?

By Wheel Master

What is Alloy Wheel?

The term alloy wheels is usually given to wheels ‘cast’ from a mixture of aluminum which is light weight and great at dissipating heat and small amounts of more rigid metals whose presence in the ‘mix’ provides rigidity and helps prevent cracks propagating.

Alloy metals provide superior strength and dramatic weight reductions over ferrous metals such as steel, and as such they represent the ideal material from which to create a high performance wheel. In fact, today it is hard to imagine a world class racing car or high performance road vehicle that doesn’t utilize the benefits of alloy wheels.

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Sample of Alloy wheel

Sample of Alloy wheel

Sample of Alloy wheel

Advanti Motorcade at Taiwan’s exciting drifting race

By Advanti

Yongan Fishing Port, Taoyuan Taiwan

The very first time of Yongan fishing port Drifts 1st Contest Cup had gained a success , with 45 cars , among 8,000 audiences at Yongan Fishing Port, in Taoyuan Taiwan  . Advanti is proud to be part of the excitement !

Advanti sponsored , Advanti Motorcade Team , consisting 3 cars , led by Li Yan Ji  and the team members  Zou Han Sheng, Jiang Sheng Wei, Lu Han Giang ,Li Kun Cheng had made it to the final 8 round. The team raced with Advanti Ignition Series – - Maze R(SG40) and Race Code(SH05),proven their capability in the high-technique race with their weight and high quality.