What is a car fitment? In Japan, this is defined as.
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- 2023-11-26
In Japan, FIXWELL defines car fitment, which is presented here.
What is FIXWELL’s definition of a “car fitment”? The following is the description of FIXWELL.
FIXWELL is an event derived from FENDERIST. Both of them originated in Japan.
In Japan, the term “shakotan” (low car height) has long been used to describe the customized low ride height of cars. Today, however, there are many variations to lower the height.
While FENDERIST focuses on the fenders, FIXWELL focuses on the “fitment” of the car.
Fitment is all about how the tires and wheels fit into the fenders. A beautiful and more refined fitment is commendable.
At FIXWELL we advocate the theme that a car with a beautiful “fitment” is cool.
FIXWELL’s own definitions of fitment are as follows.
OUTLIP
A condition in which the rim of a wheel extends beyond the fender or the edge of the fender. The tire is fitted with a “stretch tire” to provide the wheel rim. It is often judged by looking down from the arch top of the fender.
FLATLIP
It refers to the condition where the rim of the wheel is aligned with the edge of the fender. If the fender edge is angled, the rim should align with the top or bottom of the fender edge.
INLIP
A condition in which the rim of a wheel is hidden by the fender. The smaller the clearance between the rim and the back of the fender, the higher the rating. If the fender covers beyond the rim (flange part), the fitment is “SLAMMED”.
SHOULDER FLUSH
It refers to the condition in which the edge of the fender is close to the shoulder of the tire. Tires may be stretch or thick one without camber.
BEAD FLUSH
It refers to the condition in which the fender and the rim guard of the tire are close together. Since some brands do not have rim guards, the same definition applies to the condition near the bead.
RIM SHOT
A condition in which the fender and wheel rim touch or are about to touch. In air suspension, it is used as a style at zero air. It is sometimes referred to as “Tsuraichi” (lushness).
POKE
It refers to the condition where the fender is stuck in the backside of the rim guard and the wheel rim. In air suspension, it is used as a style at zero air. It is necessary to adjust taking into account the shape of the wheel rim and stretch tires.
SLAMMED
A condition where the fender covers over the wheel. Mostly used as styles such as air and hydraulic suspensions. While “INLIP” covers over the rim of the wheel, “SLAMMED” covers deeper.
GAP
A condition where there is clearance between the fender and the tire for a finger to enter. It is mainly used to secure the stroke for racing or as an elegant setting like genuine.
