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Originally Posted by SaintJY
I used to run a set of Fikse FM10s and enjoyed them or felt I got my money's worth.
If you talk to some of the motorsport guys (guys who get paid to do this sorta racing thing), they may have some things to share as to why the newer products just may be better than others as it's all in the details.
On a related note, don't we have to pay duty fees for all things imported from Canada? I just haven't gotten a quote from either company and likely won't for a while, but who knows. I'm hoping we have more options out there so will keep an eye out for F43.
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The FM/10 was a great classic wheel. Originally developed and began production in 1994. One of the drawbacks is the FM/10 uses 20 bolts or fasteners. We use (30) on all of our wheels and feel (30) is better suited for heavier applications such as G-Machines and newer sports cars.
What's so unique to Formula 43 is that we manufacture our own rim halves or barrels in house. Most modular wheel companies purchase these from a couple of different suppliers here in the US or out of the country. You might have noticed that most other companies talk about the new features they created on the center section, but never any technical updates or changes to the rim halves or barrels.
We'll have a video out in the next couple of weeks that will give you better understanding on how the barrels are made and our manufacturing process.
Feel free to contact myself or Detroit Speed for fitment questions and pricing.