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ayton
02-10-2005, 11:53 AM
I have a question for those with these wheels...are the "rivet" bolts around the rim glued on or are they actually screwed in to the recess? Please don't tell me they are glued :embarrasm I am considering a set :)
ayton
02-11-2005, 08:05 AM
C'mon as many of you that have these; I can't get an answer :confused ....PLEASE :help
RRSperry
02-11-2005, 12:37 PM
I don't know, but just a quick look at the website, it doesn't look like they have a BMW fitment, 5x120.
ayton
02-11-2005, 12:45 PM
I don't know, but just a quick look at the website, it doesn't look like they have a BMW fitment, 5x120.
They definately have a BMW fitment, as stated I can find at least a dozen people here on this site that have them.
Dirtboy
02-11-2005, 01:08 PM
I have a question for those with these wheels...are the "rivet" bolts around the rim glued on or are they actually screwed in to the recess? Please don't tell me they are glued :embarrasm I am considering a set :)

I don't know fore sure but I've seen them up close on some dude's car here in Germany- He said they were screwed in....
ayton
02-11-2005, 01:13 PM
I don't know fore sure but I've seen them up close on some dude's car here in Germany- He said they were screwed in....
Thanks! If anyone can confirm this I would be greatful! :D
BrokeMyWallet
02-12-2005, 01:06 AM
most of the wheels today have rivets that are "glued in" or are pressed in. it's rare to see one piece wheels with rivets in them to actually have thread that are screwed in (those are probably more reputable brands). i actually work for a wheel company so i have some experience with it.
ayton
02-13-2005, 01:01 PM
most of the wheels today have rivets that are "glued in" or are pressed in. it's rare to see one piece wheels with rivets in them to actually have thread that are screwed in (those are probably more reputable brands). i actually work for a wheel company so i have some experience with it.
I understand that, but I still need a solid answer. Tirerack? (you guys do sell these) :embarrasm
Bav///Man
10-12-2005, 10:13 PM
did we get a for sure answer? I am def. considering these rims.
ayton
10-12-2005, 11:17 PM
did we get a for sure answer? I am def. considering these rims.I have a thread where Jim from tire rack actually answered me....they were pressed in (so there is a potential for them to fall out/off) still nice wheels though but I went in another direction.
ayton
10-12-2005, 11:17 PM
did we get a for sure answer? I am def. considering these rims.I have a thread where Jim from tire rack actually answered me....they were pressed in (so there is a potential for them to fall out/off) still nice wheels though but I went in another direction.
Bav///Man
10-12-2005, 11:18 PM
my question is now, are the rivets in the BBS and other high quality rims pressed the same way?
Midnight Shark
10-12-2005, 11:40 PM
I have the ASA-AR1's in black. They do not have threads and they are not screwed in. However I do not know how they are placed whether pressed, glued, or taped.
EricP
10-12-2005, 11:52 PM
Meh, who the hell cares.. $199/pop. Awesome wheels, hard to clean in silver :)
ayton
10-13-2005, 08:05 AM
my question is now, are the rivets in the BBS and other high quality rims pressed the same way?
that is a question that needs to be addressed per individual wheel design and manufacturer.

I will venture to say that ANY one piece wheel will have a pressed of glued on "rivet" and ALL two or three piece wheel will have a true bolt/"rivet" joining system in place by the nature of construction mechanics.

The pieces need to be joined in true mechanical fashion.