A five-step custom wheel process covering design direction, fitment mapping, finish approval, FEA validation, production, QC and delivery.
Quick answer: Ordering LFI forged wheels is approval-led. The five steps are: design direction, fitment mapping, finish and deposit, 3D render and FEA approval, then production and delivery. Most builds take 6-8 weeks after final sign-off. The process works the same for Singapore showroom visits and remote international orders.
Ordering LFI wheels is approval-led. We start with the vehicle and design direction, map the fitment around brakes and stance, confirm the finish and proposal, then show the render and validation route before machining. Typical custom build timing is about 6-8 weeks after final approval.
Deposit50% after the specification, finish and proposal are agreed.
Approval3D render, fitment and validation route are confirmed before machining.
TimelineAbout 6-8 weeks after final approval, depending on finish and queue.
DeliverySingapore collection or delivery, plus international tracked shipping.
Order roadmap
Five stepsfrom direction to delivery
The same five stages are used for Singapore showroom orders and remote international orders. The difference is only how measurements, photos and finish approvals are shared.
Step 1
Choose the direction
Tell us the car, use case and look. We narrow the design family and stance direction before numbers are locked.
Step 2
Confirm the fitment
Brake clearance, tyre target, width, offset, PCD and centre bore are reviewed around the car.
Step 3
Lock finish & deposit
Finish, proposal and timeline are confirmed. The 50% deposit secures the build slot.
Step 4
Approve render & FEA
You approve the render, specification and engineering validation route before production.
Step 5
Build, QC & deliver
Forged, machined, finished, checked and packed for collection, local delivery or export.
Detailed process
Every decisionbefore machining
1
Design Direction & Consultation
The process starts with the car and the goal. Tell us the platform, brake package, intended use, target stance and the wheel design direction you are drawn to.
Wheel family, spoke style, concavity or lip target are discussed.
Singapore clients can visit Playfair Road; remote clients can work by WhatsApp with photos and measurements.
2
Fitment Mapping & Specification
Once the direction is clear, LFI turns the idea into a wheel specification that fits the vehicle correctly.
Brake clearance, wheel wells, current wheel and tyre size, diameter, width, offset, PCD and centre bore are reviewed.
Where the platform allows, stance and brake clearance are machined into the wheel rather than corrected later with spacers.
3
Finish, Proposal & Deposit
With the technical specification agreed, the visual finish and commercial proposal are confirmed before the project moves into engineering.
Choose brushed, polished, painted, powder coat, two-tone or other bespoke finish options.
The proposal records the wheel specification, finish direction, pricing and estimated timeline.
A 50% initial deposit secures your build and moves it into render and validation.
4
3D Rendering, FEA & Final Approval
Before a single block of alloy is cut, the wheel is reviewed visually and structurally.
A 3D render confirms the face, concave profile, finish direction and overall look.
FEA simulation reviews the vehicle weight, load case and intended use.
Nothing goes to production until render, specification and validation route are approved.
5
Manufacturing, QC & Delivery
After final approval, production begins at the wholly LFI-owned manufacturing facility. Typical custom build timing is about 6-8 weeks after final approval.
6061-T6 forged aluminum, or forged magnesium where specified, is machined on multi-axis CNC mills.
The selected finish is applied, then every wheel goes through balancing, inspection and quality checks.
Singapore clients can collect or arrange local delivery; international clients can use tracked shipping and DDP options where available.
Payment and timing
Deposit, balanceand timing
Checkpoint
What happens
Customer action
Initial discussion
Vehicle, brake package, design direction and target stance are reviewed.
Send car details, photos and current wheel or tyre information.
Specification proposal
Fitment, finish direction, pricing and estimated timeline are confirmed.
Approve the proposal and place the 50% initial deposit.
Render and FEA approval
Visual render and validation route are checked before machining.
Approve or request revisions before final sign-off.
Production and QC
Wheels are forged, machined, finished, inspected and balanced.
Final balance is collected before release or shipping.
Delivery
Local collection, Singapore delivery or international shipping is arranged.
Confirm address, delivery route and receiving details.
Singapore and global orders
Singapore showroomglobal remote orders
Singapore showroom support
Visit LFI at 76 Playfair Road to review finish samples, discuss brake clearance and confirm the fitment direction in person. Tuesday and Saturday visits are by appointment.
Overseas clients follow the same process through WhatsApp: photos, measurements, fitment proposal, render approval, production updates and tracked shipping. DDP options are available where practical.
The LFI showroom at Playfair Road supports finish review, fitment discussion and build planning for Singapore clients.
Ordering FAQ
Ordering questionsanswered clearly
What information should I send before ordering?
Send your vehicle model, brake package, current wheel and tyre size, target stance, preferred wheel style, finish direction and intended use. Clear photos of the car and brake setup help LFI begin the fitment review.
Can I order without visiting the Singapore showroom?
Yes. Singapore clients can visit the Playfair Road showroom to review finishes and discuss fitment in person, but overseas and remote orders can be completed through WhatsApp using photos, measurements, render approval and written specification confirmation.
When is the 50% deposit paid?
The 50% initial deposit is paid after the wheel specification, finish direction, pricing and estimated timeline are agreed. That deposit secures the build slot and moves the project into render and engineering validation.
Do I approve the render before machining starts?
Yes. LFI confirms the 3D render, fitment specification and validation route before machining. Production does not begin until the key approvals are complete.
How long does a custom forged wheel build take?
Typical custom build timing is about 6-8 weeks after final approval, depending on design complexity, finish choice, production queue and shipping route.
What happens before final delivery or collection?
The wheels are forged, machined, finished, inspected, balanced and packed. The final balance is collected before showroom collection, local delivery or international shipping.
Do international orders include duties and taxes?
LFI offers tracked international shipping and Delivered Duty Paid options where available. Exact duty, tax and freight handling depends on the destination and shipping route confirmed for the order.
Can LFI help choose the safest fitment?
Yes. LFI reviews brake clearance, width, offset, centre bore, PCD, tyre target and intended use together so the wheel is specified around the car rather than corrected later with guesswork.
Ready to commission?
Start with the carnot a catalogue
Share your vehicle model, brake package, current wheel and tyre size, target stance, intended use and finish direction. LFI will turn that into a build route before production begins.
