ALUFELGEN Wheels is now active on 5Series.net!
08-11-2010, 06:27 PM
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Hello.
We have received a lot of inquiries from E60 5-Series enthusiasts and we have decided to become fully active on 5Series.net!
For those who haven't heard of our company, we are a manufacturer of wheels for BMW vehicles. We introduced our CSL wheel on September of last year based on the market demand that we saw for a CSL replica wheel that resembles more accurately the original wheel as far as overall quality and design. We have been in business for almost 4 years now and have manufactured several wheel designs including our first BMW entry with our 19" 162 that proved to be an outstanding wheel, incredibly strong and with a very durable finish.
Our wheels are manufactured in Taiwan by one of Taiwan's most reputable factory which uses only Italian made low-pressure casting machines to manufacture only low-pressure cast wheels as opposed to gravity casting which are inferior in construction. They especialize in the OEM market only and thus carry very stringent quality standards with over 50% of their production reaching the US-market. They carry ISO Certifications, Japan VIA and JWL Certifications and most importantly Germany TüV approval.
The advantages of low pressure die casting process are several :
- higher yield achievable
- reduction of machining costs
- excellent control of process parameters
- good metallurgical quality
- leads to an optimal use of the aluminum
- excellent mechanical and technological properties of the castings.
Disadvantages of gravity die-casting:
- High porosity rate
- High absorption of impurities
- Less dense material which results in a heavier wheel to be able to achieve the required load rating
- Very high process variations which leads to more defective units
In essence, Low-Pressure Cast provides a wheel that is much stronger and lighter. A stronger wheel will be more resistant to bending and by been lighter you`ll improve the performance of your vehicle.
Our offsets is also designed exclusively for the vehicles we represent. For the 5-Series we have a full range of offsets from 19x8.5" ET +15mm, 19x8.5" ET +35mm, 19x9.5" ET +20mm & 19x9.5" ET +35mm.
We currently have two styles, the CS7 and the SF-71.
19" SF-71 pictured above. Check out the Alufelgen Flickr Photostream for more photos.
19" SF-71 pictured above. Check out the Alufelgen Flickr Photostream for more photos.
19" CS7 pictured above. Check out the Alufelgen Flickr Photostream for more photos.
Our customer service ranks #1 among the vendors and our customers can attest to that. Our wheels come with a 2-year warranty against manufacturer's defects which includes shipping from and to the customer. Most services issues are taken cared of within the first 24-hours. We also allow our customers to purchase wheels individually and not as a set in case they need to get a replacement. We also provide a recurring customer discount in the event you`ll like to replace your set.
Thank you and hope we are welcomed!
Matt DiRocco
General Manager
AluFelgen Wheels
We have received a lot of inquiries from E60 5-Series enthusiasts and we have decided to become fully active on 5Series.net!
For those who haven't heard of our company, we are a manufacturer of wheels for BMW vehicles. We introduced our CSL wheel on September of last year based on the market demand that we saw for a CSL replica wheel that resembles more accurately the original wheel as far as overall quality and design. We have been in business for almost 4 years now and have manufactured several wheel designs including our first BMW entry with our 19" 162 that proved to be an outstanding wheel, incredibly strong and with a very durable finish.
Our wheels are manufactured in Taiwan by one of Taiwan's most reputable factory which uses only Italian made low-pressure casting machines to manufacture only low-pressure cast wheels as opposed to gravity casting which are inferior in construction. They especialize in the OEM market only and thus carry very stringent quality standards with over 50% of their production reaching the US-market. They carry ISO Certifications, Japan VIA and JWL Certifications and most importantly Germany TüV approval.
The advantages of low pressure die casting process are several :
- higher yield achievable
- reduction of machining costs
- excellent control of process parameters
- good metallurgical quality
- leads to an optimal use of the aluminum
- excellent mechanical and technological properties of the castings.
Disadvantages of gravity die-casting:
- High porosity rate
- High absorption of impurities
- Less dense material which results in a heavier wheel to be able to achieve the required load rating
- Very high process variations which leads to more defective units
In essence, Low-Pressure Cast provides a wheel that is much stronger and lighter. A stronger wheel will be more resistant to bending and by been lighter you`ll improve the performance of your vehicle.
Our offsets is also designed exclusively for the vehicles we represent. For the 5-Series we have a full range of offsets from 19x8.5" ET +15mm, 19x8.5" ET +35mm, 19x9.5" ET +20mm & 19x9.5" ET +35mm.
We currently have two styles, the CS7 and the SF-71.
19" SF-71 pictured above. Check out the Alufelgen Flickr Photostream for more photos.
19" SF-71 pictured above. Check out the Alufelgen Flickr Photostream for more photos.
19" CS7 pictured above. Check out the Alufelgen Flickr Photostream for more photos.
Our customer service ranks #1 among the vendors and our customers can attest to that. Our wheels come with a 2-year warranty against manufacturer's defects which includes shipping from and to the customer. Most services issues are taken cared of within the first 24-hours. We also allow our customers to purchase wheels individually and not as a set in case they need to get a replacement. We also provide a recurring customer discount in the event you`ll like to replace your set.
Thank you and hope we are welcomed!
Matt DiRocco
General Manager
AluFelgen Wheels
08-15-2010, 06:30 PM
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My Ride: Newest: 2006 e61 530xiT, 6spd man, Sport/Prem/Cold/Nav pkgs
Next: 1999 e36 Z3c 2.8, SN 00002, 5spd
First: 1988 e30 M3, "M Monster" track-day car, 3.2L s52 conversion, roll cage, wicked suspension, Quaiffe ATB diff, 3.46 gears, 285hp @ crank, 2700lbs....not slow.
Hi Matt,
These look like very nice wheels, esp. the CS7.
I have an '06 e61 530xi w/sport package.
Two questions:
1) What wheel offset would you recommend in the 19 x 8.5 CS7
2) Have you any suggestions for recommended tire size with these wheels and the 530xi?
Thanks in advance for your assitance.
Dan
These look like very nice wheels, esp. the CS7.
I have an '06 e61 530xi w/sport package.
Two questions:
1) What wheel offset would you recommend in the 19 x 8.5 CS7
2) Have you any suggestions for recommended tire size with these wheels and the 530xi?
Thanks in advance for your assitance.
Dan
08-18-2010, 08:55 AM
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Thank you!
Thank you for the kind welcoming.
Hi Dan
Thank you for your kind words.
1. For a 19x8.5 square setup on an XI, I would recommend a 35mm offset.
2. You can do a square 245 setup without any issues.
Feel free to PM me any questions.
Thank you for the kind welcoming.
Hi Matt,
These look like very nice wheels, esp. the CS7.
I have an '06 e61 530xi w/sport package.
Two questions:
1) What wheel offset would you recommend in the 19 x 8.5 CS7
2) Have you any suggestions for recommended tire size with these wheels and the 530xi?
Thanks in advance for your assitance.
Dan
These look like very nice wheels, esp. the CS7.
I have an '06 e61 530xi w/sport package.
Two questions:
1) What wheel offset would you recommend in the 19 x 8.5 CS7
2) Have you any suggestions for recommended tire size with these wheels and the 530xi?
Thanks in advance for your assitance.
Dan
Thank you for your kind words.
1. For a 19x8.5 square setup on an XI, I would recommend a 35mm offset.
2. You can do a square 245 setup without any issues.
Feel free to PM me any questions.
