{"product_id":"empi-raider-wheel-17x7-anthracite-w-polished-lip-5x205-wide-5-vw-beetle-bus-ghia-type-3-thing","title":"EMPI Raider Wheel 17x7 Anthracite w\/ Polished Lip | VW Wide 5 (5x205) | Cast Aluminum (10-1090-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Raider Wheel 17x7 | Anthracite Face with Polished Lip (5x205 Wide 5)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBring back a true classic with a modern edge. The \u003cb\u003eEMPI Raider\u003c\/b\u003e is a faithful tribute to the rare 1960s Sears \"Rader\" mag wheel — the wheel that defined the look of Southern California Volkswagens half a century ago. This 17x7 version pairs a deep \u003cb\u003eanthracite grey face\u003c\/b\u003e with a fully \u003cb\u003epolished aluminum lip\u003c\/b\u003e, giving your air-cooled VW a stance and presence that nothing else on the market matches. Sold each.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1949–1967 (Wide 5, 5x205)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 2 Bus \/ Transporter \/ Kombi:\u003c\/b\u003e 1955–1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKarmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1956–1966\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType 3 Notchback \/ Squareback \/ Fastback:\u003c\/b\u003e 1962–1965\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Thing (Type 181):\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe original Rader mag was a Sears Roebuck exclusive in the late 1960s — wildly popular at the time and now near-impossible to find. EMPI's Raider revives the silhouette in modern sizes and finishes, built for show cars, daily drivers, and everything in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClassic Rader-style silhouette\u003c\/b\u003e in a modern 17x7 size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnthracite grey face with polished aluminum lip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWide 5 (5x205mm) bolt pattern\u003c\/b\u003e for early air-cooled VWs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eCast aluminum construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne (1) EMPI Raider 17x7 wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome plastic center cap with EMPI logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome-capped valve stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 17 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBolt Pattern:\u003c\/b\u003e 5x205mm (Wide 5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOffset (ET):\u003c\/b\u003e +40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBackspacing:\u003c\/b\u003e 5-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCenter Bore:\u003c\/b\u003e 60mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLug Seat:\u003c\/b\u003e 60° conical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e cast aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e anthracite grey face \/ polished aluminum lip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as:\u003c\/b\u003e each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 10-1090-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924422160\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLug bolts sold separately.\u003c\/b\u003e Requires 60° conical seat lug bolts (12mm shank).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrake drum clearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Wheel spacers (EMPI 16-9925) may be required to clear the snout or center of some brake drums. Always test-fit before mounting tires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOnce tires are mounted, the wheel cannot be returned.\u003c\/b\u003e Have your tire shop verify the wheel is true before mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality-machined and finished by EMPI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWheel Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWash only when cool. Hot aluminum and chrome can bake soaps into the surface and cause permanent staining. Apply automotive wax or detailing spray regularly to protect the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs this sold as a set or individually?\u003c\/b\u003e Sold each — one wheel per listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre lug bolts included?\u003c\/b\u003e No — lug bolts are sold separately and must be 60° conical seat (12mm shank).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it clear my brakes?\u003c\/b\u003e Wheel spacers (EMPI 16-9925) may be required to clear the snout or center of some brake drums. Always test-fit before mounting tires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRolling stock for your build: browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wheels\"\u003eWheels\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e collection, and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAir-Cooled VW\u003c\/a\u003e catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ California Prop 65 Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44925121101939,"sku":"10-1090-0","price":255.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/10-1090-0.jpg?v=1778021503","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-raider-wheel-17x7-anthracite-w-polished-lip-5x205-wide-5-vw-beetle-bus-ghia-type-3-thing","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}