How much does a wheel weigh? How big is the lip?
We recently added a web page with all the dimensions and weights of our wheels.
Axis Wheels Weights and Lips
will tell you the diameter, width, net weight, shipping weight and lip depth of every Axis Wheel.
How do I take care of my Axis wheels?
Axis recommends frequent cleaning of your
wheels, ideally at least once a week your wheels should be washed. The brake dust
on your wheels combine with time and heat can slowly ruin the finish of your Axis
wheels. We recommend washing your wheels with luke warm water when the wheel is
cool, never spray cold water on a wheel that is hot to the touch, the sudden change
in temperature could damage the finish of your wheels. We recommend mild soap
and water as the ideal way of washing your wheels. Products such as Meguiars Gold
Class wheel cleaner,
Hot Rims / Cool Care wheel cleaners,
Meguiars Hi-Tech
Wheel Cleaners, and Wheel cleaners from
Mothers are approved to be used on all Axis wheels.
What are staggered wheels?
A popular trend is coming back for both cars and trucks is called "staggered" or "staggering".
Staggering wheels involves using wheels of different width and/or diameter on the front and rear
of the vehicle for a more stunning or aggressive look. This can also allow for a wider tire on
the rear depending on the car. Axis even went a step further with their new Maxis Lip, which
allows the staggered look on cars that can't take a wider wheel in the rear. Already popular
with the Volkswagen, Acura, Honda, Scion and the Audi crowds the Maxis lip is going to bring
the staggered look back in a very big way. Before you jump in with both feet and order a set
of staggered wheels, there are some things to consider. One is fitment, as not all cars can
take a larger wheel and tire combo in back. Even our Maxis Lip needs to have a car with small
enough calipers on the rear to fit. Secondly is proper tire rotation. Instead of being able to
rotate front to rear and vice-versa, you wil have to rotate left to right, and if your tires
are directional, you will have to get them unmounted and re-mounted on the other side. Not
impossible, just a little more costly (who said it's easy to be beautiful?).
Will installing larger wheels give me a rougher rider?
No, not necessarily. Generally a larger wheel diameter results in a shorter side wall height.
A shorter side wall height may give you a lesser amount to "cushion" to ride on, hence a
possible rougher ride. However with today's technology, many of the newer tires ride much
better than the tires design a decade ago with taller side wall.
What is the best way to tighten my lugs and how much should I torque it?
Tighten lug nuts of bolts in a progressive criss-cross pattern. Impact wrench are not recommended
due to the possibility of irregular or overtightening. Owner's manual recommended torque specification
should be followed. If not available, please refer to the following torque guide:
12mm Stud. Dia. 70-80ft/lbs
14mm Stud. Dia. 85-95ft/lbs
7/16" Stud. Dia. 55-65ft/lbs
1/2" Stud. Dia. 75-85ft/lbs
9/16" Stud. Dia. 95-115ft/lbs
If you're not sure, call us and we'll tell you what to torque the wheels to.
The installer must instruct the customer to re-torque or return immediately after 25 miles,
100 miles maximum, so installer can re-torque to proper specifications.
Where do I purchase my Axis Wheels?
Axis wheels can be purchase through authorize Axis Distributors. For a list of Axis Distributors,
please refer to the DEALER list located on our website.
What is the Warranty on my Axis Wheels?
Axis Sport Tuning warrants the first consumer purchaser that its wheels will be free from structural failure
as long as the original retail purchaser owns the products. Axis sport Tuning further warrants to the first
consumer purchaser that its wheels will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal and
use for one year from date of purchase.
Axis Sport Tuning's obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or, at Axis options, replacement
without charge except for transportation, of any wheel which in Axis Sport Tuning's opinion is defective in
material or workmanship will be repair by shipping replacement parts to the original selling dealer or
distribution for installation.
This warranty shall not apply to:
1. Any defects, malfunction or failure caused by damage to wheels in transit, off-highway use by abuse, misuse, accident or negligence.
2. Wheels that have been altered, repaired, modified or the use of adapters or spacers.
3. Wheels that have been installed with incorrect tire size or used with excessive vehicle loads.
4. Wheels corrosion or cosmetic flaws occurring after the purchase due to chemicals, caustic cleaning agents, climate conditions, or neglect.
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