{"product_id":"apex-wheels-ec-7-flow-formed-wheel-18x9-5-et22-5x114-3","title":"APEX Wheels EC-7 Flow Formed Wheel | 18x9.5 ET22 | 5x114.3","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe APEX Wheels EC-7 from the Classic Line represents a precision-engineered flow formed wheel designed for Ford applications requiring 5x114.3 bolt pattern compatibility. This 18x9.5 ET22 wheel addresses the demands of performance applications through APEX's flow formed construction process, which combines casting efficiency with enhanced strength characteristics to deliver optimal performance for track and street use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe EC-7 achieves a weight of 20.5 lbs in the 18x9.5 configuration, providing unsprung weight reduction compared to factory wheels while maintaining the structural integrity required for performance driving. This weight control becomes critical in the 9.5-inch width category, where traditional cast construction would result in heavier wheels that compromise handling dynamics and acceleration response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wheel utilizes flow formed construction, a manufacturing process that begins with a cast wheel blank before applying specialized forming techniques. During flow forming, the wheel barrel is spun at high speed while rollers apply controlled pressure, stretching and compressing the aluminum to create a denser grain structure. This process increases the material strength while reducing weight compared to traditional cast wheels, positioning flow formed construction between cast and forged methods in terms of both performance and cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe EC-7 features Profile 3 face design, providing the concave geometry suited for the 9.5-inch width application. The 60-degree conical hardware seat ensures proper lug nut engagement and load distribution, while the 70.5mm center bore provides hub-centric fitment that eliminates vibration and ensures proper wheel-to-hub interface. The ET22 offset positions the wheel face to optimize track width and clearance characteristics for Ford applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: Ford vehicles with 5x114.3 bolt pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Flow formed aluminum construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 20.5 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 18x9.5 ET22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter Bore: 70.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFace Profile: Profile 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware Seat: 60 Degree Conical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable Finishes: Anthracite, Satin Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: EC71895ET22-51143-705-AN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWheel Specifications:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"custable\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;font-size:90%;width:100%;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#03589c;height:21.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:10%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIAMETER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:10%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWIDTH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:10%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOFFSET\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:12%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBOLT PATTERN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:12%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCENTER BORE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:14%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONSTRUCTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:12%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFACE PROFILE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:12%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARDWARE SEAT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:8%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#e8f4f8;height:32px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e18\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e9.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eET22\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e5x114.3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e70.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eFlow Formed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eProfile 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e60 Degree Conical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e20.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"APEX Wheels","offers":[{"title":"Anthracite","offer_id":47665331962007,"sku":"EC71895ET22-51143-705-AN","price":419.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":47665331994775,"sku":"EC71895ET22-51143-705-SMBK","price":419.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2641\/0682\/files\/348ecf3b3946ac8e39fc060d19fd70100691f71a-2000x2000_d41c0ea4-1f0a-4b7f-aab9-28d6681188e6.png?v=1776196798","url":"https:\/\/autotalent.com\/products\/apex-wheels-ec-7-flow-formed-wheel-18x9-5-et22-5x114-3","provider":"AutoTalent","version":"1.0","type":"link"}