Almost there! test fitted wheel samples...pics
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Almost there! test fitted wheel samples...
I finally got the clay samples for design approval, and test fitted them for caliper clearance... I also photoshopped the wheels onto the car to get a general idea of how they will look. I can't wait to get them in. I also widened the applications to include the 2004 TL, check out the specs below. now it's gonna take a month or so to recieve the real prototype and the production pieces.
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I'll wait to do Subies, right now I just want to focus on Acura, and a little of Honda. I have a forged wheel going to be available for the 2004 TL A-Spec, 2003 CL-s and TL-s, NSX and S2000 rounding out the line-up.
If this takes off quickly enough, I'll dedicate a whole new set of designs and finnishes for another car manufacterer.
by the way, this is a new design I'm gonna do in 3 months. it's a deep dish! Yay!
If this takes off quickly enough, I'll dedicate a whole new set of designs and finnishes for another car manufacterer.
by the way, this is a new design I'm gonna do in 3 months. it's a deep dish! Yay!
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Originally posted by Nicky Pass
The 5 stars deep dished would look good!
The 5 stars deep dished would look good!
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how do you get into the Rim business ...what a cool job!!! NICE rims man!!!
Is that RonJon as in RonJon the surf shop? I'm sure you checked into naming rights and stuff, right?
http://www.ronjons.com/
Is that RonJon as in RonJon the surf shop? I'm sure you checked into naming rights and stuff, right?
http://www.ronjons.com/
#14
Originally posted by tmk70
how do you get into the Rim business ...what a cool job!!! NICE rims man!!!
Is that RonJon as in RonJon the surf shop? I'm sure you checked into naming rights and stuff, right?
http://www.ronjons.com/
how do you get into the Rim business ...what a cool job!!! NICE rims man!!!
Is that RonJon as in RonJon the surf shop? I'm sure you checked into naming rights and stuff, right?
http://www.ronjons.com/
#15
Originally posted by rondog
I'll wait to do Subies, right now I just want to focus on Acura, and a little of Honda. I have a forged wheel going to be available for the 2004 TL A-Spec, 2003 CL-s and TL-s, NSX and S2000 rounding out the line-up.
If this takes off quickly enough, I'll dedicate a whole new set of designs and finnishes for another car manufacterer.
by the way, this is a new design I'm gonna do in 3 months. it's a deep dish! Yay!
I'll wait to do Subies, right now I just want to focus on Acura, and a little of Honda. I have a forged wheel going to be available for the 2004 TL A-Spec, 2003 CL-s and TL-s, NSX and S2000 rounding out the line-up.
If this takes off quickly enough, I'll dedicate a whole new set of designs and finnishes for another car manufacterer.
by the way, this is a new design I'm gonna do in 3 months. it's a deep dish! Yay!
#16
Originally posted by cls6sp03
Dawm... I really like this one. When will they be available and how much for a set? And will they come in 7 1/2 x 17 and fit the brembo calipers on my 03 CLS? If so, what offset? I've got the CT drop.
Dawm... I really like this one. When will they be available and how much for a set? And will they come in 7 1/2 x 17 and fit the brembo calipers on my 03 CLS? If so, what offset? I've got the CT drop.
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Originally posted by rondog
the offset for the 01-03 cl-s is going to be 48mm, to give the deep dish some room and to clear aftermarket brakes. that's two mm less than the other models in the line-up. now I don't think they will be offered in 17", but they will available in 18"x7.5 and 19"x7.5, as well as 18"x8.5 and 19"x8.5. I'll keep you updated.
the offset for the 01-03 cl-s is going to be 48mm, to give the deep dish some room and to clear aftermarket brakes. that's two mm less than the other models in the line-up. now I don't think they will be offered in 17", but they will available in 18"x7.5 and 19"x7.5, as well as 18"x8.5 and 19"x8.5. I'll keep you updated.
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Originally posted by beerknurd
Subaru's require the higher offset too, i think they are either 48 or 53 depending on model. 5x100 though.
Subaru's require the higher offset too, i think they are either 48 or 53 depending on model. 5x100 though.
Pls make them!
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Originally posted by Nicky Pass
The 5 stars deep dished would look good!
The 5 stars deep dished would look good!
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Originally posted by cls6sp03
Is it too early to give ETA on availabilty and price?
Is it too early to give ETA on availabilty and price?
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Originally posted by rondog
two small issues with deep dish, the width would have to increase to 8" and the offset would have to lower to at least 48mm to have a decent sized lip like the axis models. at that point, you would run the risk of rubbing, which is what I'm trying to avoid. maybe the next wheel above will have slightly different specs to allow the dish. thanks by the way.
two small issues with deep dish, the width would have to increase to 8" and the offset would have to lower to at least 48mm to have a decent sized lip like the axis models. at that point, you would run the risk of rubbing, which is what I'm trying to avoid. maybe the next wheel above will have slightly different specs to allow the dish. thanks by the way.
but the axis wheel's lip is fake , because the spokes bent in. to have the REAL lip size, the rims have to be at least 8.5 width with 40 or below offset to have like 2" lip. and of course it depends on the design. are you going to make any staggered setup for RWDs with like 3 or 4" lips?? if so how long? wanna sponser me a set? hehe =)
#24
Originally posted by rondog
here's a list of estimated pricing, it will only get less expensive when a group buy is arranged, by around 10%-15% less. I still have to calculate shipping, and tire mounting /balancing according to the distributor who I will contract out to.
here's a list of estimated pricing, it will only get less expensive when a group buy is arranged, by around 10%-15% less. I still have to calculate shipping, and tire mounting /balancing according to the distributor who I will contract out to.
thanks...
#25
Originally posted by cls6sp03
Meant to ask earlier. Are all these wheels forged? I'm only interested in forged wheels.
thanks...
Meant to ask earlier. Are all these wheels forged? I'm only interested in forged wheels.
thanks...
#27
Originally posted by Got_3.2?
why didnt u make the 5 star in 19"?
why didnt u make the 5 star in 19"?
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rondog,
You seem to be a master wheel craftsmen. Would you mind addressing a few questions:
1) The OEM rims on my 03 CLS are 17X7 55mm offset. So if I wanted to go with 18x8 rims, what should the offset be.
2) I've got the CT drop and would like to put on 245/40ZR18s. Is this feasibly with 18x8 rims without haven't to modify the felder wells?
You seem to be a master wheel craftsmen. Would you mind addressing a few questions:
1) The OEM rims on my 03 CLS are 17X7 55mm offset. So if I wanted to go with 18x8 rims, what should the offset be.
2) I've got the CT drop and would like to put on 245/40ZR18s. Is this feasibly with 18x8 rims without haven't to modify the felder wells?
#30
Originally posted by cls6sp03
rondog,
You seem to be a master wheel craftsmen. Would you mind addressing a few questions:
1) The OEM rims on my 03 CLS are 17X7 55mm offset. So if I wanted to go with 18x8 rims, what should the offset be.
2) I've got the CT drop and would like to put on 245/40ZR18s. Is this feasibly with 18x8 rims without haven't to modify the felder wells?
rondog,
You seem to be a master wheel craftsmen. Would you mind addressing a few questions:
1) The OEM rims on my 03 CLS are 17X7 55mm offset. So if I wanted to go with 18x8 rims, what should the offset be.
2) I've got the CT drop and would like to put on 245/40ZR18s. Is this feasibly with 18x8 rims without haven't to modify the felder wells?
Got_3.2, I may do lamorena if I don't sell the design first, or if i do a luxury wheel brand. but now I want to focus on this company and making fresh wheels, both style and engineering.
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Thanks for the info...
Originally posted by rondog
the offset for any wheel should be between 45-55mm, and the width won't effect the offset. now the width will interfere with the suspension components, like the arms and springs if the width excedes 8.5inches, or the tires go larger than 245. at this point, 245 is gonna rub somwhere no matter what the offset. if the offset is too low, the tire will rub the fender or the inside of the wheel well when turning. if the offset is higher, like a 50-55, it may run the risk of touching the suspension. the only true way to know is to test fit it.
Got_3.2, I may do lamorena if I don't sell the design first, or if i do a luxury wheel brand. but now I want to focus on this company and making fresh wheels, both style and engineering.
the offset for any wheel should be between 45-55mm, and the width won't effect the offset. now the width will interfere with the suspension components, like the arms and springs if the width excedes 8.5inches, or the tires go larger than 245. at this point, 245 is gonna rub somwhere no matter what the offset. if the offset is too low, the tire will rub the fender or the inside of the wheel well when turning. if the offset is higher, like a 50-55, it may run the risk of touching the suspension. the only true way to know is to test fit it.
Got_3.2, I may do lamorena if I don't sell the design first, or if i do a luxury wheel brand. but now I want to focus on this company and making fresh wheels, both style and engineering.
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