sixsixfour

how much does a stock 3G wheel weigh? just wondering. thanks!

jupitersolo

Rim and tire, about 55 lbs. I don't know separately, remembering from when I shipped my 06 rims.

sixsixfour

thanks bro! thats a start.

csmeance

it should be around 26-30 pounds, the tire weight is about 23 pounds according to tirerack.

sixsixfour

I appreciate it bro. Im trying to find a way to reduce unsprung weight on the car

modificata3

word, i'm looking at rims and even tho 19s are sexy....just unsprung weight to the max. I'm thinking going 18s w/ michelin PS2s, the PS2s are approx 22 lbs! way lighter than Bridgestone RE050 PolePos./Falkens/GY, etc.

Anybody know what the TL-S rims weigh?

sixsixfour

i thought about going 18s but instead im looking for good 17" wheels that are light. not really after looks, just to optimize the car's strengths.

chill_dog

Stock 17 + tire weighs 45lbs...I weighed mine a couple of weeks ago.

BLACKURA_NY

iTrader: (6)

...pretty sure its like 25.4lbs or close to it..

JD TL-S

iTrader: (1)

If you don't care about looks, get Volk RE 30's in 18", they weigh 16.5#

-sNaFu*

I think the stock wheel weighs about 27 lbs. or so. The 19's that I bought weigh less than the stock 17's.

-JoEL*

XxAfG786xX

Hows the performance difference between stock wheels and your lightweight wheels?

juruki

iTrader: (2)

If the wheels are TOO light its a lot easier to spin out when u punch it.

BLACKURA_NY

iTrader: (6)

wouldnt lightweight wheels bend or break easier under potholes/bumps ??

XxAfG786xX

I heard the performance is alot better with lightweight rims due to less rotational mass

Simba91102

I've used Sport Edition wheels (Tire Rack) for a few sets of winter tires and had good luck with them. An added bonus is that they're quite a bit lighter than the OE wheels. They're not the snazziest looking wheels, but they seem to be strong and the finish lasts. They're available in a variety of sizes and styles. I know where you're coming from wanting lighter wheels. I'm running 17x8 TL wheels on my TSX and I swear I can literally feel the added weight when I pull away from a dead stop (and the OE TSX wheels are no lightweights either).

mishar

Yes. It’s getting worst if your car is TOO light. That’s why they are spending billions making those racing cars as light as possible.

mishar

That’s right. It’s also better if rims are smaller.

modificata3

i guess to rule of thumb is to find that happy medium of weight, strength, looks, and size...tough debate though, i've been playin it for 3 weeks!

princelybug

iTrader: (16)

Regarding rims, you have to make the choice between looks and performance. Depending on your choice, others can tell your preference. They're the biggest statement we can make on our cars.

JD TL-S

iTrader: (1)

With the extreme summer tires, there is NO wheel spin, even with VSC off.

JD TL-S

iTrader: (1)

NOT when their 1 piece forged Volk RE 30's.

mishar

No you don’t, because one does not exclude the other.

I just wonder what that statement may be when you cripple your car with some huge heavy wheels with almost no rubber on it?

sixsixfour

thanks for all the input guys!