Is this light weight?
#1
Is this light weight?
Hey guys,
I have decided to pick up a set of Motegi Racing US7's they are a machined finish with a anthracite accent. My main reason for doing the swap is because mesh wheels are a pita to clean and since they are not of any name brand they are heavy as hell.
I understand Motegi is a reputable company which develops rather light weight wheels?
Online the wheel is described as being an 18x7.5" with a offset of + 45.
They weigh approximately 29.8lbs a piece, does this weigh too much? How is compared to stock?
Heres a picture of the exact wheel;
I have decided to pick up a set of Motegi Racing US7's they are a machined finish with a anthracite accent. My main reason for doing the swap is because mesh wheels are a pita to clean and since they are not of any name brand they are heavy as hell.
I understand Motegi is a reputable company which develops rather light weight wheels?
Online the wheel is described as being an 18x7.5" with a offset of + 45.
They weigh approximately 29.8lbs a piece, does this weigh too much? How is compared to stock?
Heres a picture of the exact wheel;
#2
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lightweight?
I would say no way, not even close.
stock rims only weight 21-23 lbs each from what I've read.
these will be much, much heavier.
the rims I ordered will be roughly the same size, but they'll
weigh less than 20lbs each.
if you want lightweight, you need to look into forged wheels.
the wheels I ordered are made with MAT technology.
you need to look at higher priced brands.
I would say no way, not even close.
stock rims only weight 21-23 lbs each from what I've read.
these will be much, much heavier.
the rims I ordered will be roughly the same size, but they'll
weigh less than 20lbs each.
if you want lightweight, you need to look into forged wheels.
the wheels I ordered are made with MAT technology.
you need to look at higher priced brands.
#3
Originally Posted by MMsTSX
lightweight?
I would say no way, not even close.
stock rims only weight 21-23 lbs each from what I've read.
these will be much, much heavier.
the rims I ordered will be roughly the same size, but they'll
weigh less than 20lbs each.
if you want lightweight, you need to look into forged wheels.
the wheels I ordered are made with MAT technology.
you need to look at higher priced brands.
I would say no way, not even close.
stock rims only weight 21-23 lbs each from what I've read.
these will be much, much heavier.
the rims I ordered will be roughly the same size, but they'll
weigh less than 20lbs each.
if you want lightweight, you need to look into forged wheels.
the wheels I ordered are made with MAT technology.
you need to look at higher priced brands.
#4
Originally Posted by ThirdLane
You must have ordered Enkei wheels since they are the only company that calls their forging process MAT Technology. But in reality all rolling forging technology is the same from Rays to Enkei. But to the OP you want to go with forged rims if you want light weight rims. Anywhere between 17-20lbs for 18 in rims would be considered light weight
#5
I was lookin at the Enkei's also. I then found Kosei
Offset: 42mm
Backspacing: 5.87"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 215/45-18
Weight: 16.0lbs.
Should be in next week. I only hope they look good on the car.
Here is a link to the info...
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand
Offset: 42mm
Backspacing: 5.87"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 215/45-18
Weight: 16.0lbs.
Should be in next week. I only hope they look good on the car.
Here is a link to the info...
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand
#6
Originally Posted by kennungesser
I was lookin at the Enkei's also. I then found Kosei
Offset: 42mm
Backspacing: 5.87"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 215/45-18
Weight: 16.0lbs.
Should be in next week. I only hope they look good on the car.
Here is a link to the info...
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand
Offset: 42mm
Backspacing: 5.87"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 215/45-18
Weight: 16.0lbs.
Should be in next week. I only hope they look good on the car.
Here is a link to the info...
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand
#7
Originally Posted by MMsTSX
lightweight?
I would say no way, not even close.
stock rims only weight 21-23 lbs each from what I've read.
these will be much, much heavier.
the rims I ordered will be roughly the same size, but they'll
weigh less than 20lbs each.
if you want lightweight, you need to look into forged wheels.
the wheels I ordered are made with MAT technology.
you need to look at higher priced brands.
I would say no way, not even close.
stock rims only weight 21-23 lbs each from what I've read.
these will be much, much heavier.
the rims I ordered will be roughly the same size, but they'll
weigh less than 20lbs each.
if you want lightweight, you need to look into forged wheels.
the wheels I ordered are made with MAT technology.
you need to look at higher priced brands.
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#8
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Originally Posted by ThirdLane
You must have ordered Enkei wheels since they are the only company that calls their forging process MAT Technology. But in reality all rolling forging technology is the same from Rays to Enkei. But to the OP you want to go with forged rims if you want light weight rims. Anywhere between 17-20lbs for 18 in rims would be considered light weight
and it's not just some typical forging process either, I think you need to look into
it a bit more. Funny how they have patents if it's "just the same process."
the AME's I ordered will weigh in around 17-18 lbs each for 18x8x+48.
#9
Originally Posted by MMsTSX
I ordere AME rims, which is the upscale division of Enkei.
and it's not just some typical forging process either, I think you need to look into
it a bit more. Funny how they have patents if it's "just the same process."
the AME's I ordered will weigh in around 17-18 lbs each for 18x8x+48.
and it's not just some typical forging process either, I think you need to look into
it a bit more. Funny how they have patents if it's "just the same process."
the AME's I ordered will weigh in around 17-18 lbs each for 18x8x+48.
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Industrial processes like that are always patented. It's purely a marketing thing. The patent means nothing as all one needs to do is make a small alteration to the process and now you can patent that and use it freely.
I've worked in the manufacturing industry and this is standard operating procedure.
I've worked in the manufacturing industry and this is standard operating procedure.
#11
Originally Posted by LukeaTron
Industrial processes like that are always patented. It's purely a marketing thing. The patent means nothing as all one needs to do is make a small alteration to the process and now you can patent that and use it freely.
I've worked in the manufacturing industry and this is standard operating procedure.
I've worked in the manufacturing industry and this is standard operating procedure.
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Originally Posted by GTSX-05
My 18" Wedsport SA-70 is 18.2lbs on the scale, 18X8 +45.
#15
Originally Posted by afici0nad0
yes, way too much.
get enkei rpf1's @ 17lbs/wheel @ 18"
get enkei rpf1's @ 17lbs/wheel @ 18"
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