Are your wheels KILLING your BEARINGS?

Are your wheels KILLING your BEARINGS?

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Wheel bearings are one of those parts you probably never think about—until they start making noise.

In this episode, we break down what wheel bearings actually do, how they work, and why they’re so important to your car’s overall performance and safety. We also look at something many enthusiasts don’t consider when choosing wheels: how wheel fitment can affect the load placed on your wheel bearings and potentially impact their lifespan. LEVERAGE MATTERS!

From wheel width and offset to changes in wheel position, we’ll explain what happens when you move the wheel farther in or out from the hub, and why proper fitment matters beyond just making your car look good.

Whether you’re buying your first set of aftermarket wheels, dialing in your fitment, or just want to better understand what’s happening behind your wheels, this episode has you covered.

Topics covered:

  • What a wheel bearing does
  • How wheel bearings work
  • How wheel offset affects bearing loads
  • Why wheel fitment can impact bearing lifespan
  • Things to consider when choosing aftermarket wheels

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Here’s WHAT WHEELS FIT your Honda S2000 (AP1 x AP2)

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Welcome back to Fit Check, where we break down wheel fitment and show you what works for your car.

This episode, we’re taking a look at the Honda S2000 — AP1 and AP2 — and exploring the wheel and tire setups that make sense for this legendary roadster.

From conservative setups to aggressive fitment, we’re breaking it down into three categories:

  • Slight Flex — A clean, conservative setup with minimal modification that provides a better look and better traction.
  • All the Wheel — More aggressive sizing for a wider, more purposeful look.
  • You’re On Your Own — Pushing fitment to the limit. Clearance, camber, and modifications become your responsibility because from here on out… YOU’RE ON YOUR OWN.

We’ll cover wheel width, offset, clearance, and fitment considerations to help you figure out what setup is right for your S2000.

Whether you have an AP1 or AP2, this Fit Check will help you make a more informed decision before buying your next set of wheels.

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Your perfect wheel fitment rides like TRASH…. HERE’S WHY

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Think you nailed your wheel fitment just by matching up the diameter, width, and offset? Think again. There’s a hidden suspension measurement that most people completely ignore when buying aftermarket wheels, and it could be ruining how your car drives: Scrub Radius.

In this video, we break down exactly what scrub radius is, why it’s the forgotten hero of proper wheel fitment, and how changing your wheel offset alters your car’s steering geometry.

If you’ve ever noticed your car pulling hard over bumps (tramlining), felt a loss of steering feedback, or experienced weird braking behavior after putting on new wheels, your scrub radius is likely out of whack. We’ll dive into how positive versus negative scrub radius affects your drive, and how to pick a set of wheels that gives you the perfect look without compromising your car’s handling performance.

Don’t sacrifice your car’s dynamics just for flush fitment. Let’s get it dialed in right.

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Here’s WHAT FITS your Honda Fit

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Do YOU drive a Honda Fit and feel like the factory wheels just aren’t cutting it? Are YOU trying to dial in the perfect stance without ruining drivability?

Look no further… WELCOME TO FIT CHECK.

In this episode, we break down exactly what wheels fit your Honda Fit—from clean, OEM+ setups to more aggressive, flush fitments. We’ll cover everything you need to know including wheel diameter, width, and offset, plus how each choice affects both performance and appearance.

    Whether you’re daily driving, building a street car, or just want your Fit to sit right, this episode gives you a clear range of fitment options so you can confidently choose what works best for your build.

    No guesswork. No rubbing (unless you want it). Just the right fit.

    If you need additional help to determine proper fitment, email us at fitment@konigwheels.com

    Subscribe to our YouTube channel @konigwheels for more episodes like this one!

    HERE is what fits your BMW F30/F32/F82 | Fit Check

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    In this installment of Fit Check by Konig, we dive into the BMW F-Series platform — including the F30, F32, and F82 — and break down wheel fitment options from mild to wild.

    Whether you’re aiming for a clean OEM+ look, a functional daily setup, or an aggressive stance for shows or track days, we’ve got you covered. In this video, we walk through recommended wheel widths, offsets, and overall fitment considerations so you can choose the perfect setup for your BMW.

    What You’ll Learn:

    Ideal Width + Offset combinations

    Fitment tiers from conservative to aggressive

    Considerations for suspension setups

    Tips to avoid rubbing and maximize performance

    Real-world guidance on what actually fits the F30, F32, and F82 chassis

    If you’re shopping for wheels or just want to understand BMW fitment better, this episode is packed with useful insights.

    💬 Let us know what topic we should cover next!

    Subscribe to our YouTube channel @konigwheels and check out our full wheel lineup at konigwheels.com

    “You’re On Your Own” Fitments & How to MAKE IT WORK (sort of) | #FAQ

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    You’re On Your Own” Fitments & How to MAKE IT WORK (sort of)


    If you’re ever seen our series called “Fit Check”, you’d know that in those videos, we outline 3 different categories of fitments (“No Hassle”, “Slight Flex”, and “All the Wheel”). If you managed to make it to the end of any of those videos, first let us say “thank you”… then, you’ll probably recognize a 4th category we like to call YOYO or “You’re on your own”.

    YOYO is a bonus fitment category of sorts, but really more of a disclaimer. Anything width or offset sizing exceeding this point in our recommendations, and… you got it – you’re on your own. This is because in our experience, anything exceeding this point will require suspension modifications and/or body mods like rolling fenders or even over fenders or widebody kits will be necessary.

    Maybe your buddy has fit a 10.5″ wide wheel and we’re only recommending a 9.5″. That doesn’t mean 10.5″ won’t fit in any situation, it means that your buddy more than likely had to put in some work just to make it fit – which is not a situation we want YOU to have to find yourself navigating out of.

    Hope this video helps understand why we recommend the fitments that we do in our videos and if YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, feel free to comment them below and we’ll be sure to get back to you!