"way2blu does a rev update" (way2blu)
01/30/2018 at 16:52 • Filed to: Wheels
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"way2blu does a rev update" (way2blu)
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I could get these !!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! for my MR2. They’re not as light as I’d like (16 lbs per wheel) but it’s a good price and they look pretty cool. Is there any other kind of wheel that’d be good for autocross? I want to minimize unsprung mass...
G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3
> way2blu does a rev update
01/30/2018 at 16:56 |
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There’s a reason why RPF1s get put on everything. If you don’t want to spring for RPF1s, check out what Kosei has to offer.
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> way2blu does a rev update
01/30/2018 at 17:02 |
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Whatever you get, make sure it’s strong enough. Unfortunately, among strong, light, and cheap, you can only pick two.
AestheticsInMotion
> way2blu does a rev update
01/30/2018 at 17:11 |
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16lbs is kinda heavy for a 15x7... That’s 4.5 pounds more than my cheap 15x8 race wheels, which certainly aren’t the lightest out there. Those do look good though.... The constant struggle between price, looks, and wieght lol
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> AestheticsInMotion
01/30/2018 at 17:18 |
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What brand are yours? I care a lot more about the price and weight than the looks...
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way2blu does a rev update
> G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3
01/30/2018 at 17:30 |
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RPF1s seem to be on everything...
ITA97, now with more Jag @ opposite-lock.com
> AestheticsInMotion
01/30/2018 at 17:31 |
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15X7 is such a common size for road racing cars that there are tons of options out there. Panasports, Panasports knockoffs, Various Enkei including the RFP1, Volk Racing, Kosei would all be easy to find choices. Also check out what Team Dynamics has to offer. There are a bunch of wheels in that size that are around 12-13lbs, strong and cheap enough at around $150/wheel. There are plenty of lighter options than those, but you’ll start paying a lot more money for diminishing returns.
I wouldn’t be too concerned with strength rating for autocross use. Unless your region is doing something wacky, wheels aren’t subject to much more risk than scuff marks from cones. Strength ratings come into play a lot more during road racing where off-course excursions are a fact of life.
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AestheticsInMotion
> way2blu does a rev update
01/30/2018 at 17:50 |
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As ITA97 said above, strength isn’t a huge concern for autox and street use. They’ll all bee strong enough to at least for a few years. Even the knockoffs are generally decent, despite the occasional horror stories seen on the web. Expensive forged wheels break too unfortunately.
Most of what I know is in 4x100, but at least a few of them offer 5 lug options.
6ul’s, the ubiquitous Miata wheel. 10.6 pounds in 15x7. I run the 15x8 versions. I know they made a 5 lug version for NC Miatas, and a few variations for bmw/Honda. Might be able to find something.
http://counterspacegarage.com/949racing-6ul-15x7-4x100-tungsten.html
Rpf1's in 15x7 are 9.8 pounds. At least this specific run. They’ve done tons of special editions that are hard to keep track of, with different lips, offsets, finishes etc. And they’re all a bit different weight wise. https://www.redline360.com/enkei-rpf1-wheels-15x7-silver
Advanti storm s1's slightly lighter than the fantastic 6ul’s, and pretty damn good looking. Cheap too. I’m 99% sure they have a 5 lug version. Tons of cool color options. I have a single one of these in black, it’s a solid wheel
http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda-Performance-Part/61-13992.html
If you’re willing to spend big bucks, volk Te37's and ce28's are lighter than the above, forged and you’ve got a great company backing your purchase. At $400-600 a piece depending on width, offset and finish, they’re better than the unlucky m3 guys with 19" wheels, but still spendy. Once you’re in this territory you can basically have any size you want custom made for you without needing a big order.
Alternatively.... If there were multiple stock wheels available on the MR2 and other Toyota with the same bolt pattern, you could look up the lightest one and try to find those. Or get an adaptor to run 4x100, which is by far the most commonly used for quality wheels in the 15" size, thanks to Miatas, older Hondas and BMW’s. Or instead of an adapter, replace your hubs with lighter, stronger ones in a 4x100 size!
Textured Soy Protein
> way2blu does a rev update
01/30/2018 at 17:55 |
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Konig Rewind...but they don’t come in 5 lug.
Discount Tire has an in-house brand of cheap/good knockoff wheels called Drag, some of which are pretty light weight. Thes e are 14.25 lbs according to Drag’s website . They also come in black .
diplodicus forgot his password
> way2blu does a rev update
01/30/2018 at 18:24 |
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What’s your lug pattern? I’ve got some bbs rk001 that are 16x7 and 4x100 lug pattern. Smallest one I can find a weight of is 17x8 and that’s a 17lb wheel so I’d guess these are 15-16lbs
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diplodicus forgot his password
> diplodicus forgot his password
01/30/2018 at 18:43 |
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Nevermind I’m an idiot you have 5 lugs.
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> diplodicus forgot his password
01/30/2018 at 20:10 |
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Ahh, those would look great if I had 4 lugs... I’ve seen the 5-lug version on BMWs and it looks awesome.
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diplodicus forgot his password
> way2blu does a rev update
01/30/2018 at 20:20 |
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They’re way more common in the 5x120 size.
https://www.panjo.com/buy/bbs-rk-001-17x8-5x120-et35-e36-e46-204038
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diplodicus forgot his password
> diplodicus forgot his password
01/30/2018 at 20:43 |
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I just realized those were sold lol
Autophile412 - what's the world got in store?
> way2blu does a rev update
01/31/2018 at 08:59 |
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That is the style wheel I want for my RX7 build.