Doug Henline: History of DWT Aluminum Wheels & Company Tour
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Ultimate G2 Rear ATV Beadlock Wheel	Ultimate Rok-Out Front ATV Wheel
DWT releases their new Ultimate ATV wheels, which are truly race inspired with numerous improvements to save weight while retaining strength & durability

That technology has become very apparent in DWT’s newest wheels the Alumilite G2 and the Litecast wheels. The G2 wheels front & rear combination is around 5 pounds lighter than DWT’s original wheels, thanks to a new hardware kit and a new innovative design. The new G2 Ultimate rear wheel design is noticeably different as the inside bell shape of the wheel is gone, which also helps to reduce weight. The G2 also includes a shot peened wheel ring for improved fatigue resistance. New mud plugs are also available for the G2 wheels. A better, more secure fit helps to keep them intact and keep wheels free of mud.

DWT's Ultimate G2 rear ATV beadlock wheel features a new hardwear wear kit to lighten up the wheel, yet it is stronger. A big advantage now is that the nut plates are now riveted to the back off the wheel for improved effeciency when installing or removing the beadlock ring. Also, bell shape has been removed from the inside part of the wheel on the G2 Ultimate (above left), which reduces weight. Also, a stronger, yet lighter shot peened metal ring is utlized, and these wheels come with a newly designed mud guard

The Litecast wheels are also lightweight and durable but are designed more for a cosmetic approach. “We are really excited about the Litecast wheels,” said DWT’s Scott Ornier. “The new Diablo design has several looks and finishes including a true chrome finish, a durable black finish or the standard polished look.

Like all of DWT’s products, the G2 went through massive amounts of testing, including the abuse of a full race season at the hand of National ATV Motocross Champion, Dustin Wimmer. “We have always been directly involved with the racers and race teams and because of our racing heritage, we have always supported that side of the industry. When we first got started, the emphasis used to be on strength and what would get to the finish line not the weight, now things are changing,” explained Henline.

Diablo 14" Machined Black Wheel	Diablo 12" Chrome Wheel
New for 2009, DWT is releasing their all new Diablo ATV / SxS Cast Aluminum Wheels in 14” & 12” Sizes. The Diablo wheels will be available in Satin Black, Machined Black or Chrome finish. Also, new for 2009, they will offer a multi-pattern Diablo wheel for the 4/110 & 4/115. Also, they will be available in a 4/136 & 4/156 bolt pattern.. The DWT Diablo is also available in several new offsets with a 4+2 for the 14x6 wheel. The 14x8 will be available with a 5+3 or 3+5 Offset.

The company’s involvement in racing has also led to some very stringent R&D and testing regulations for all of their products. “We’ve added in-house drop tests and fatigue tests and all sorts of R&D and tools to continually improve our products. We even test everybody else’s products. In fact, we might know more about their products than they do,” Doug said with a chuckle.

Although DWT got it’s start in a modest 20,000 sq. ft. warehouse in Oceanside, CA, they are now located in an impressive 60,000 sq. ft. purpose-built facility in Vista, CA where they create their wheels with state of the art machinery. The vastness of the facility indicates that DWT is serious in its commitment to putting out the best wheels on the market.