Suggestions On Lightweight Rims?
03-27-2008, 04:12 PM
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Suggestions On Lightweight Rims?
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I'm just trying to get an idea of what to look for when I change out my rims.. Looking for lightweight set of rims....
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I'm just trying to get an idea of what to look for when I change out my rims.. Looking for lightweight set of rims....
to come:
UR pulley
TEIN SS
Goodyear F1 All Season
Tint
03-27-2008, 04:53 PM
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Usually most stuff by BBS, Volk, Advan, or Rays Engineering is lightweight. Rims by Enkei Raciing is light. Ummmm....I believe some of the Work branded wheels are light, not sure about the popular Work Varianzas (spelling?) thou...
Look for Forged Wheels compared to a cast wheel. Forged offers better strength and due to its manufacturing process, usually allows manufacturers to make "thinner" wheels (just utilize less material cuz strength is inherent from the forging process) Hope this is somewhat touching on the information you were looking for. Best of luck to ya!
Look for Forged Wheels compared to a cast wheel. Forged offers better strength and due to its manufacturing process, usually allows manufacturers to make "thinner" wheels (just utilize less material cuz strength is inherent from the forging process) Hope this is somewhat touching on the information you were looking for. Best of luck to ya!
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03-28-2008, 04:38 AM
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Originally Posted by PeteThaPitbull
are axis rims considered light weight - or lighter weight than stock?
the super hiros I am rolling on are 21lbs each
stock 17" are like 25-26lbs
I usually consider wheels that give you that 1lbs per inch rule lightweight
03-28-2008, 08:49 AM
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Originally Posted by aznbo187
Enkei RPF1's. Pound by pound, they are the lightest, cheapest rim you can buy that is manufactured by a very reputable company. Although they are "MAT" forged, they aren't the strongest forged wheels, but it's still the best bang for the buck.
03-28-2008, 09:08 AM
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Originally Posted by stillhere153
wat size are you looking for... looks?
I am like the lightweight dictionary...
I am like the lightweight dictionary...
i'm trying to go with lightweight to shave off some weight and better look.
gas is crazy, around $50 everytime i fill up.
04-03-2008, 10:59 AM
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Do you get better MPG with lightweight wheels ? there must be some difference since the wheel wheighs less thus taking less energy to make it turn.
how about 1/4 mile times ?
how about 1/4 mile times ?
04-03-2008, 11:41 AM
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^^^Yes, you would get slightly better mileage, just like you would get slightly worse mileage with heavier wheels. Quarter mile times should decrease slightly.
04-03-2008, 11:46 AM
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Originally Posted by l @ z y a l b a
what size would you recommend?
i'm trying to go with lightweight to shave off some weight and better look.
gas is crazy, around $50 everytime i fill up.
i'm trying to go with lightweight to shave off some weight and better look.
gas is crazy, around $50 everytime i fill up.
04-03-2008, 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by aznbo187
True. But I just don't think they look like they belong on a TL. Looks wise.
04-03-2008, 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by chill_dog
Fair enough. I think the same thing about the Enkei's, even though I was very close to getting a set. The whole split-spoke thing has worn thin on me, I think.
I never liked them in silver either which is why I powdercoated mine. Until I can afford some "real" lightweight wheels that are -nice- .
04-03-2008, 01:37 PM
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6lbs each... Now that's fucking light weight!!!
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