Everything You Need To Know About Multi-Piece Wheels

On this episode of Wheel School, we go over Everything You Need To Know About Multi-Piece Wheels. Let us know what you want to see next in the comment section down below!
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[@EuroGarageOfficial]

I think you guys need some research on clamping force equations. For example on a 1/4-20 fastener at 15 ftlbs, that fastener has a clamping force of 300-500lbs depending on friction coeff. So multiply that by 30, 9000-15000lbs.

[@DJSHaKa]

So basically my 40 bolts on each of my Works wheel, pretty much like the wheel is welded together :-0

[@ericclimbsSometimes]

​@DJSHaKa that is correct as long as the metal between the the bolt holes can re that much force

[@ArsenicPants84]

I'm not sure I agree with the part when you say "silicone keeps the wheel together". The bolts are what hold the wheel together, and depending on how many there are, they are usually fairly tight. The silicone is there to keep the air in the tires from escaping. No matter how much you torque the bolts to, air will find it's way out of the wheel if they are not siliconed, or welded. Also, siliconing is done as a last step before putting the tires on. And preferably 24 hrs or more before tires are put on. The way you explained it, you seem to say the parts are stuck together, then siliconed, then bolted together. The only reason you would do it this way is if the barrel and lip are designed in a way that doesn't allow you to cover over the seam between the two parts after everything is bolted together. Like on a '0' lip, where the lip actually folds overtop of the mating surfaces.

[@t1995roger10]

A big deterrent of multi-piece wheels may be the price, but what some people don't realize is that older multi-piece wheels can be around the same price as some one piece Rotiforms, and if you don't have the spec you want, then you can make it. Before I had my LMGT2s, I had a set of Konig specials, and what I loved about them, other than the design ofcourse, is the idea that I can rebuild them if I don't like the current specs.

[@FreneticFreestyle]

i bought a set of welded 2 piece Enkei RS-III, split them, refinished and rebuilt them. wheels cost $500, new hardware was $55 (through my shop) and i spent maybe another $50 on paint. the real cost was in man hours. i have probably over 50hrs into them for blasting, sanding, polishing and painting, but it was 100% worth it

[@Intransversable]

Can you please do a video on how to assemble a multipiece wheel? What silicone to use & torque specs.

[@karmatheninja]

Dow Corning 832 silicon. 8mm 12pt bolts 18ft lbs with loctite

[@Huncho.Jon.]

GE type II silicone.

[@dushk0]

use the polyurethane used for windshields, surely better than silicone and easier to redo than weld

[@andrewaldaz6141]

@@karmatheninja do these specs work for 2 piece peice wheels as well?

[@Mrtzny]

What I learned from this video is what my wallet was dreading

[@HumblyDriven]

Yea that is the thing the price.

[@4G12]

Conclusion: If you can find single piece wheels that will fit and perform to your satisfaction in place of multi piece wheels, you're objectively better off with the single piece wheels. In short, the only logical reason to choose multi piece wheels is fitment.

[@DJSHaKa]

Fitment isnt the only reason in my opinion, there is something beautiful and elegant about a 2/3 piece wheel that cannot be replicated in a standard wheel.

[@tylerostrum6355]

Watching this in 2023 and hearing him say "We're trying to get to 50k" is funny. Congrats on 900k in advance!

[@SquatPenguin2]

Can you downsize a 3 piece wheel? I want to run 17s on a 240sx but I can only get the wheels in 18.

[@imamakeit5163]

I didn't even know I had multiy piece wheels until I saw this video today

[@devilsephiroth9000]

So... Alex. So, you know how when you say the word So a lot? So I was thinking, you're still awesome. So you know so. Anyways.

[@pedroc9852]

Fucking can’t stop hearing it now

[@123tummies]

Can you please show us your personal cars, aswell as the camera man and the guy you do this or that with!!!

[@FitmentIndustries]

We have a series that is called "Behind the Shoot" we do this series constantly, make sure to check it out!

[@jxanthos801]

So I got an rx7 with work wheels and everyone LOVES the wheels and I didn't understand why and I asked everyone who loved them why they are so cool, NONE of them explained any of the things you just explained. Kick ass video

[@triniwarrior16]

The absolute worst thing that piss me off about directional rims is that the left and right are the exact same ( rotation to the front on left then rotation to the rear on right) how hard is it to invert a CAD design and make right and left rims???? It's completely stupid it's not like someone will only buy 1 side .... if companies make this happen the consumer will have a better looking car

[@havingtomuchfreetime]

Some do come like that though

[@FitmentIndustries]

A lot of wheels will be directed to one side because the company uses the same mold and cast for their wheels. Other companies that are in the higher quality spectrum will typically have the direction go the same on all sides.

[@gradycockrell2323]

Okay, so what he doesn’t tell you is everything he is saying is in the aspect of buying them new. I’ve had 4 sets of 3 pieces wheels and I’ve never in my life paid more than 2.2k at most. I’ve had Work, 2 GMR, and currently AGs 19x12 -60. If you want 3 piece wheels than just buy them used. The Best place to get wheels in my opinion is VRwheels.com they specialize in refining and refurbished rare jdm wheels in all jdm brands. AND THEY ARE REALLY AFFORDABLE!!! You’re welcome 😉

[@JohnDoe-us1ek]

Yup brand new they’re expensive as fuck. And people reselling know they aren’t getting anywhere near what they paid for them lol

[@supamonkey25]

Yep... just bought my first set of 3 piece wheels. Some work meisters for my S2K and got them with tires shipped to my house for about 2K

[@noelsoto4329]

Can’t justify dropping this much money on wheels but they do look sick if you’re not on a budget

[@bsfibers]

Love this channel

[@graff502cans]

great video . do a str wheels video pleaseeee!!

[@zacmagi9913]

Do a video on Simmons wheels

[@thehopelessmechanic6370]

Please review fortune auto coil overs, I wanna know some of the history of the company before I buy a set of 510s for my rx7. Thanks love this channel

[@deemos246]

Love your channel i just subbed. I copped a set of OZ Fittipaldi Fittistars for $450 in 7/10 condition. I'd give them an 8/10 but there's one center cap missing

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thanks for your support 😁

[@JaywithdaK]

Deemo S what size lips you got??

[@imb2gs684]

$5k maybe, $8k I could see if you’re putting 26’s on a truck. A lot of reputable brands like SSR, Work, Ag, and even Concept One will come in under $1k per wheel.

[@dowhatsright5608]

Agree, seems a little exaggerated. Just paid $2500 AUD (Less than $2000 US) for a full set of Work Meister CR01's in 16 inch.

[@StephenBrewer89]

Anything forged = 👍🏻 Side note, not a fan boy, I have a set of RPF1s

[@devilmagnet6345]

Stephen Brewer everyone has those

[@StephenBrewer89]

Benny Vasquez for good reason too.

[@andyly6651]

I have two sets of Blitz technospeed z1; surprisingly still in good shape, apart from some gutter rash, considering they are like a 20+ year old wheel.

[@FitmentIndustries]

We have a soft spot for Blitz's

[@JohanGavieres]

Hi 👋🏼 just stop in ask about that Tein tho?

[@WonkaFab]

Does anyone know what rims are in the video photo?

[@FitmentIndustries]

They are Work Meister L1's

[@Lex0sEmployee]

love my work vsxx 3p wheels well worth the money, dish for days

[@Adrian-zy2hx]

Help me pls im a bot at this car stuff, i was planning and getting wheels.. i had a friend who has weds kranze lxz that i was planning on buying it off him but his wheels almost barely doesnt even have a lip so i was wondering if you could actually change certain pieces for the wheel to have a lip, if that makes any sense 😂😂😂

[@FitmentIndustries]

The manufacturer often does sell those pieces you are looking for!

[@1DrunkSocialite]

Alex is so great at explaining things.

[@kertisprovidence2463]

What wheels exactly are on the video display picture with the blue car rocking the white an chrome wheels ??

[@captaindatsun2659]

Can you put a “step” lip on a “reverse “ inner barrel together?

[@MrAzulsur]

Please do a truth about Avid.1 wheels

[@bluesrike]

Is there such a thing as a forged, deep dished, monoblock wheel that can fit into an RWB 993? (I don't have such a car, I'm just curious.) I'm a bit concerned if there is a difference in strength and rigidity between a multi-piece wheel and a monoblock wheel. Yes, I know both wheels are forged but still.

[@Iceberg86300]

Do you guys have something against HRE? Not a single mention nor spot in this video, which is odd considering that the subject is 3-piece wheels. Is it b/c you don't sell them (that I could find anyway)? Do you find that there is something wrong/bad about them? Not very popular in the "scene?" Just wondering if I'm missing something I should really be aware of here. Thanks guys.

[@FitmentIndustries]

Nothing against them at all, we talk about a lot of wheels we don't sell. They just didn't get much attention in this video.

[@Iceberg86300]

Fitment Industries cool. Thanks!

[@MARTPERE]

Why would they advertise another wheel company they dont sell ?? ...you high ?

[@13THPR0PH37]

Rotiform and Avant-garde are great.

[@tomashlavna]

can we stpo stancing a car alling a build?

[@DavidDoDoNguyen]

Hello, Can you give me list of all wheel companies that will also fit Avant Garde F141. I'm trying to find lips for them

[@worldpeace8824]

I scored a Volk Racing Forged Muti-piece wheel for peanuts! But it's 16". If anyone wants to trade with a 17" performance alloy, let me know.

[@adamm2716]

i need custom rims for a project but i still have a shit load more to do and can't afford $3-6k in rims. what can guys like me do?

[@FitmentIndustries]

When getting into custom built wheels, you will be going into that price range. You might be able to find a set of one piece cast wheels with your desired specs. You could also rebuild your own wheels. Shoot us an email and see if we can help you out [e-mail]

[@donellis5005]

Wait a minute I was just looking at some dub forged wheels for 3500 and I think they were 22 in

[@OdalysPov]

Does 3 piece wheel look good with Coilovers?

[@abdiellopez6824]

What is the name of those wheels? 0.42 help plz and ty.

[@FitmentIndustries]

Rotiform QLB's

[@cyruslever586]

So can you change the width?

[@roningaijin7701]

5-8k per set or each? It better be set or who the hell are you talking to besides Mr Big Chest and dem boys?

[@GioBMX]

“Trying to get to 50,000” yea 777k now

[@shane9855]

@fitment Industries help me choose a fitment/wheel for my 2013 genesis coupe 2.0 turbo!!

[@FitmentIndustries]

There are plenty of fitment/wheels to decide from for a Genesis coupe. Check out all the different combinations from our gallery. www.fitmentindustries.com/wheel-offset-gallery?order=year&make=Hyundai&model=Genesis+Coupe&page=1

[@joehampton8503]

What are the top lug nuts on the market?

[@FitmentIndustries]

It depends on what you're looking for because there are so many lug nuts and they come in multiple different styles. Take a look on what we have! www.fitmentindustries.com/store/?cat=FI%20Wheel%20Accessories

[@motoXcR]

**laughs in 1 degree of camber**

[@FitmentIndustries]

😂

[@estevanvaldez437]

I’m looking for some to make Custom center caps for my 3P brabus wheels ... do you guys know of anyone

[@FitmentIndustries]

Do not believe we know of anyone at the moment!

[@mattd19902010]

Have you ever heard of sta wheels ?

[@speed488]

Very nice video. Having watched the entire video, it boils down to : Inconvenience for looks

[@djdynorgen9249]

What wheel is the thumbnail?

[@FitmentIndustries]

Believe those would be Work Meister wheels!

[@grim205]

What wheel is that behind you? Including the one in the thumbnail 😍

[@omarelhamamy98]

Bolo thumbnail one is the Work Meister L1

[@grim205]

Omar thank you bro.

[@erosbackup1918]

In other words you pay more for multipiece than te37 or advan and they are heavier and need maintenance. I don’t see the point cause I race. I won’t spend money just for looks

[@FitmentIndustries]

To each their own! You're built for performance and they are built for aesthetics 🤘

[@diddy2612]

what wheel is that hanging on the wall next to him?

[@FitmentIndustries]

Concept One CF-003sx

[@TheKidJake]

you know i had to do it to the play button

[@karmatheninja]

I guess I saved 3-5k machining my own faces

[@noservice5887]

Nice

[@morientesmenggu8681]

anyone have work vs zf?

[@fdrckrt29]

Slant bbs is the way❤️!

[@bunnyhive]

what wheels r those in around 8:31 plz?

[@FitmentIndustries]

Looks like they could be Work's!

[@alexandrutarnacop8369]

rh topline2300EURO --WHEELS RH PACKET RIMS

[@Aristas-zd5vd]

500th like woot!

[@FitmentIndustries]

WHOOO WHOOOO

[@Aristas-zd5vd]

Fitment Industries WOOOOO

[@twincamuuu]

Imagine buying a set of multi piece wheels for 6k just to get them stolen the next day from your car, oof

[@djevohill]

Took only 6 months to get a pair of lips.. patients is the key to customization!

[@Black_Jesus3005]

Slow down, take a breath.

[@bonafide9085]

6000 USD for a single rim?

[@donellis5005]

What the hell is rocket bunny?

[@jose6066]

Body kit

[@1lowobs428]

A wide body kit that cost around 8,000 and takes Calvin 2 years

[@xArcheo]

A body kit company. Typically are massive widebody kits.

[@MuShinnen]

A japanese company that specializes in wide body kits for import cars. They have a quite a few kits out there so I'm surprised you haven't heard of them.

[@hnoldin]

Nice meme

$10,000.00 A Set!!!!!!??????? W T F!!!???

[@SymboIik]

First in this bitch

[@ogbootykrumbz]

Why am I watching this when I’m struggling to save up for some forged ESR wheels

[@luismaturano4774]

I don't see the appeal of these wheels