Lightest/ least expensive wheels for a max
07-24-2001, 09:32 AM
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Anyone have suggestions for wheels that look similar to stock that are lighter then our 27 lbs lead weights ??? i need opinions more then anything, id like to stay with the 16 inch size but might venture to 17's, post your recommendations thanks again
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07-24-2001, 11:23 AM
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This isn't what you wanted to hear
Originally posted by MaxSE98
Anyone have suggestions for wheels that look similar to stock that are lighter then our 27 lbs lead weights ??? i need opinions more then anything, id like to stay with the 16 inch size but might venture to 17's, post your recommendations thanks again
maxse98
Anyone have suggestions for wheels that look similar to stock that are lighter then our 27 lbs lead weights ??? i need opinions more then anything, id like to stay with the 16 inch size but might venture to 17's, post your recommendations thanks again
maxse98
Stock Maxima 15" steel wheels are light. They weigh 20 pounds each, including the valve stem.
Stock Maxima 15" steel wheels look similar to stock because they are stock.
Stock Maxima 15" steel wheels are inexpensive. You may be able to get a set of used "steelies" at no cost, from a Maxima owner who replaced them with alloys. I did.
07-24-2001, 11:49 AM
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Re: This isn't what you wanted to hear
good advice , they would be perfect for the track , i have the stock 16 inch alloys and id like something similar to those, the steel wheels i will take into consideration for the track thanks again mr. martin
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07-24-2001, 01:05 PM
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I cant tell you what rims are the lightest, but I wanted to say that i think that what rims you put on your car are very important for the overall llook of your car, and I would consider that too when making your decision.
07-24-2001, 02:02 PM
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There are options, but not OEM look.
27lbs is pretty easy to beat
90-96 300ZX wheels are 16x7.5, and have been weighed about 17lbs (some say 16). They are cheap and plentiful, and you could always put a Nissan centercap in them.
Kosei K1 racing go for $160ea from TireRack and come in silver, white or Anthracite. Reportedly 15.5lbs for 16x7.5
There are several 16x7 wheels out there that are relatively light (14-16lbs?) but I can't remember their brand/model. Power Racing F1 comes to mind. That same model is sold under another name I can't remember.
There are several "knockoffs" of expensive wheels like Volks wheels in 16x7 or 17x7 in the 18-20lb range at places like www.whalentire.com and www.rim1.com. The CAM and Rage models are the ones that I recall. www.aaarims.com (I think) sells OEM replicas.
Mustang wheels are also plentiful, but I don't know the weights, and you'd have to come up with something for the centercaps. Knockoff 16x8 or 17x8 cobra rims look especially nice IMHO. Members here have them, and if you look hard enough on this forum, there is a link to a specific Mustang to Maxima wheel fitment guide.
RX-7 Wheels are relatively cheap and inexpensive, but are not easy to come by, especially the early hollow ones. 16x8 and under 14lbs. They tend to crack (which is why they switched to the heavier filled ones, roughly 16lbs) and have the wrong offset. There are members here who have them.
You won't be able to get a centercap on them I think.
Eagle Alloy polished rims (I forget the model number, O77? They look like Mustang Saleen wheels) are relatively inexpensive and look good, IMHO.
Good luck
90-96 300ZX wheels are 16x7.5, and have been weighed about 17lbs (some say 16). They are cheap and plentiful, and you could always put a Nissan centercap in them.
Kosei K1 racing go for $160ea from TireRack and come in silver, white or Anthracite. Reportedly 15.5lbs for 16x7.5
There are several 16x7 wheels out there that are relatively light (14-16lbs?) but I can't remember their brand/model. Power Racing F1 comes to mind. That same model is sold under another name I can't remember.
There are several "knockoffs" of expensive wheels like Volks wheels in 16x7 or 17x7 in the 18-20lb range at places like www.whalentire.com and www.rim1.com. The CAM and Rage models are the ones that I recall. www.aaarims.com (I think) sells OEM replicas.
Mustang wheels are also plentiful, but I don't know the weights, and you'd have to come up with something for the centercaps. Knockoff 16x8 or 17x8 cobra rims look especially nice IMHO. Members here have them, and if you look hard enough on this forum, there is a link to a specific Mustang to Maxima wheel fitment guide.
RX-7 Wheels are relatively cheap and inexpensive, but are not easy to come by, especially the early hollow ones. 16x8 and under 14lbs. They tend to crack (which is why they switched to the heavier filled ones, roughly 16lbs) and have the wrong offset. There are members here who have them.
You won't be able to get a centercap on them I think.
Eagle Alloy polished rims (I forget the model number, O77? They look like Mustang Saleen wheels) are relatively inexpensive and look good, IMHO.
Good luck
Originally posted by MaxSE98
Anyone have suggestions for wheels that look similar to stock that are lighter then our 27 lbs lead weights ??? i need opinions more then anything, id like to stay with the 16 inch size but might venture to 17's, post your recommendations thanks again
maxse98
Anyone have suggestions for wheels that look similar to stock that are lighter then our 27 lbs lead weights ??? i need opinions more then anything, id like to stay with the 16 inch size but might venture to 17's, post your recommendations thanks again
maxse98
Originally posted by MaxSE98
Anyone have suggestions for wheels that look similar to stock that are lighter then our 27 lbs lead weights ??? i need opinions more then anything, id like to stay with the 16 inch size but might venture to 17's, post your recommendations thanks again
maxse98
Anyone have suggestions for wheels that look similar to stock that are lighter then our 27 lbs lead weights ??? i need opinions more then anything, id like to stay with the 16 inch size but might venture to 17's, post your recommendations thanks again
maxse98
07-24-2001, 02:15 PM
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that sounds good ill look into them , what id like to do is stick my yokos on new wheels the same size , i really like volk te37's in white but they are mad expensive , and put some all season or snow tires on my stock wheels i might lose the stock look but id go so much faster and i think they would help with my brake problems thanks again guys
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07-24-2001, 02:16 PM
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RE: Lightweight Wheels...
My Racing Hart CP-035 in 17" weighed in @ 13.4 pounds each. Their slogan is "The lightest street-legal wheel available". However, they don't look that nice on a Maxima (and you know that's the truth because I own them 
). A good lightweight wheel that looks nice on the Maxima is the Volk Racing TE-37. However, both the Volks and the Racing Harts will run you a little under $2000 for just the rims.
). A good lightweight wheel that looks nice on the Maxima is the Volk Racing TE-37. However, both the Volks and the Racing Harts will run you a little under $2000 for just the rims.
07-24-2001, 02:19 PM
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Buy Custom made carbon fiber wheels.
I was at a motorcycle show and they had carbon fiber wheels which were 7lbs for front and back. The stock wheels were 28lbs for both.
If you have serious cash they could make them for a car too (as I was told).
I was at a motorcycle show and they had carbon fiber wheels which were 7lbs for front and back. The stock wheels were 28lbs for both.
If you have serious cash they could make them for a car too (as I was told).
07-24-2001, 02:25 PM
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RE: Carbon Fiber Wheels...
Are you serious Breaux??? They make those? They must be awesome! Although they would look VERY ricey and would probably spin out all the time, you would also be shaving shaving almost 100 lbs off your car! Does anyone have any pics of them in production? Do you know how much they would cost?
07-24-2001, 02:45 PM
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Re: RE: Carbon Fiber Wheels...
Originally posted by Vyrus
Are you serious Breaux??? They make those? They must be awesome! Although they would look VERY ricey and would probably spin out all the time, you would also be shaving shaving almost 100 lbs off your car! Does anyone have any pics of them in production? Do you know how much they would cost?
Are you serious Breaux??? They make those? They must be awesome! Although they would look VERY ricey and would probably spin out all the time, you would also be shaving shaving almost 100 lbs off your car! Does anyone have any pics of them in production? Do you know how much they would cost?
I would guess it would be much more for a car:
1. Larger in size
2. Four wheels instead of two.
Not sure if they would be made the same since car wheels have to support much more weight than a bike.
07-24-2001, 03:26 PM
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RE: Aftermarket Wheels...
To the original poster: I think you should go with 300ZX wheels. They are cheap, lightweight, plentiful, and factory-looking. A perfect blend. You can get a nice used pair of eBay, because we all know there are LOTS of 300ZX owners who get aftermarket wheels...
07-24-2001, 03:27 PM
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Re: There are options, but not OEM look.
Originally posted by philpoe
27lbs is pretty easy to beat
90-96 300ZX wheels are 16x7.5, and have been weighed about 17lbs (some say 16). They are cheap and plentiful, and you could always put a Nissan centercap in them.
27lbs is pretty easy to beat
90-96 300ZX wheels are 16x7.5, and have been weighed about 17lbs (some say 16). They are cheap and plentiful, and you could always put a Nissan centercap in them.
SSR Integrals are pretty light, about 17lbs for 17x8, forged alum. They are a five spoke design, look fairly close to a 'stock' rim, tho some people consider them ghetto...
07-24-2001, 03:30 PM
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carbon fiber would be sooooo cool , dont have 10 grand sitting around though, from what ive heard volks are light and very strong , if you want the strongest of the strong oz racing superturismos are the way to go , thats what most rally teams use, so i dont know what im gonna do. Does anyone think dark wheels would look good on a deep evergreen 98 SE thats debadged?? or should i go white ?? i think darks would look sick.. lemme know what u think
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07-24-2001, 03:33 PM
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Re: RE: Aftermarket Wheels...
Originally posted by Vyrus
To the original poster: I think you should go with 300ZX wheels. They are cheap, lightweight, plentiful, and factory-looking. A perfect blend. You can get a nice used pair of eBay, because we all know there are LOTS of 300ZX owners who get aftermarket wheels...
To the original poster: I think you should go with 300ZX wheels. They are cheap, lightweight, plentiful, and factory-looking. A perfect blend. You can get a nice used pair of eBay, because we all know there are LOTS of 300ZX owners who get aftermarket wheels...
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07-24-2001, 03:38 PM
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Konig rims...
i was looking for some rims last week. i went to discount tires and talked to one of the guys and the konig monsoons (the ones i really want) cost $120 for 17x 7 or 8's and he said they only weigh about 12-13 lbs. i remarked 'thats pretty light and cheap'. and he told me that konigs rims are great performance rims because they are so light. maybe someone can back that up, i dont believe that they are that light but i think they are a great price.
07-24-2001, 04:33 PM
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Re: Re: RE: Aftermarket Wheels...
Originally posted by MaxSE98
ill look into it , i wonder what it would look like with 300zx wheels on it , anyone got a pic??
maxse98
ill look into it , i wonder what it would look like with 300zx wheels on it , anyone got a pic??
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07-25-2001, 08:43 AM
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hmmmm
an intriguing idea, i think im gonna stay with 16 to 17 though i wanna maintain some sidewall flexibility to keep some traction on those bumpy roads maybe ill go to a 17 with a 50 series tire to fill the huge wheel well then adjust the speedo accordingly , that would be the best of both worlds , now to find out , is there enough room ...
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07-25-2001, 09:16 AM
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I looked long and hard for a combination of weight looks and price that would work for me.
I decided on Kosei K1s - 17 x 7.5 - 16.7 lbs.
check out this thread:
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....threadid=52880
and look for my post there [wheel deal]
I put up a lot of wheels, weights [some with prices] and a bunch of useful links...
Good luck.
Let us know what you get and post a picture if you can.
I decided on Kosei K1s - 17 x 7.5 - 16.7 lbs.
check out this thread:
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....threadid=52880
and look for my post there [wheel deal]
I put up a lot of wheels, weights [some with prices] and a bunch of useful links...
Good luck.
Let us know what you get and post a picture if you can.
07-25-2001, 10:14 AM
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Re: Konig rims...
Originally posted by _DRU_
i was looking for some rims last week. i went to discount tires and talked to one of the guys and the konig monsoons (the ones i really want) cost $120 for 17x 7 or 8's and he said they only weigh about 12-13 lbs. i remarked 'thats pretty light and cheap'. and he told me that konigs rims are great performance rims because they are so light. maybe someone can back that up, i dont believe that they are that light but i think they are a great price.
i was looking for some rims last week. i went to discount tires and talked to one of the guys and the konig monsoons (the ones i really want) cost $120 for 17x 7 or 8's and he said they only weigh about 12-13 lbs. i remarked 'thats pretty light and cheap'. and he told me that konigs rims are great performance rims because they are so light. maybe someone can back that up, i dont believe that they are that light but i think they are a great price.
07-25-2001, 11:06 AM
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Re: Konig rims...
Originally posted by _DRU_
i was looking for some rims last week. i went to discount tires and talked to one of the guys and the konig monsoons (the ones i really want) cost $120 for 17x 7 or 8's and he said they only weigh about 12-13 lbs. i remarked 'thats pretty light and cheap'. and he told me that konigs rims are great performance rims because they are so light. maybe someone can back that up, i dont believe that they are that light but i think they are a great price.
i was looking for some rims last week. i went to discount tires and talked to one of the guys and the konig monsoons (the ones i really want) cost $120 for 17x 7 or 8's and he said they only weigh about 12-13 lbs. i remarked 'thats pretty light and cheap'. and he told me that konigs rims are great performance rims because they are so light. maybe someone can back that up, i dont believe that they are that light but i think they are a great price.
http://home.earthlink.net/~cvlocas/wheels.html
They are much heavier than 12lbs. If they were that light then Konig could sell them for much more.
07-25-2001, 01:09 PM
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Re: There are options, but not OEM look.
From measurements (of Z caps) that I've compared to measurements of caps taken by an owner of the 7 spoke wheels, the centercaps should match. There is an issue in that the colors don't match (polished metal center caps vs silver painted wheels). You could either paint the cap or polish the wheels (I'll be trying the latter). Not to mention that some people actually like the Z centercaps.
Even at 18.5lbs (I never even thought to go weigh mine), it's quite a weight savings vs stock, for a wider wheel, that allows for "high-end" brake upgrades (300ZX or fastbrake/wilwood), that can be had for low prices (my set only cost $200+s/h, but I didn't care about the finish as I knew that I was going to paint or polish them)
A quick trip to tirerack looking at 16" wheels with 7.5" or wider, lighter than 300XZ rims only turns up:
BBS RX $239ea (only if it's forged)
Kosei K1 Racing $159ea (mentioned before)
The SSR Integral is available in 16x7 at $265ea
Of course, 17in wheels are more expensive, heavier and require more expensive tires.
though lighter, these other choices don't give as much of a cost effective weight reduction as the 300ZX rims.
Even at 18.5lbs (I never even thought to go weigh mine), it's quite a weight savings vs stock, for a wider wheel, that allows for "high-end" brake upgrades (300ZX or fastbrake/wilwood), that can be had for low prices (my set only cost $200+s/h, but I didn't care about the finish as I knew that I was going to paint or polish them)
A quick trip to tirerack looking at 16" wheels with 7.5" or wider, lighter than 300XZ rims only turns up:
BBS RX $239ea (only if it's forged)
Kosei K1 Racing $159ea (mentioned before)
The SSR Integral is available in 16x7 at $265ea
Of course, 17in wheels are more expensive, heavier and require more expensive tires.
though lighter, these other choices don't give as much of a cost effective weight reduction as the 300ZX rims.
Originally posted by Slim
Acutally, 300ZX wheels (16x7.5) are more like 18.5lbs each. Plus, the 'Nissan' center caps from the stock wheels won't fit on them. I don't know about any aftermarket caps for it, I just have the ones that have the Z on them.
SSR Integrals are pretty light, about 17lbs for 17x8, forged alum. They are a five spoke design, look fairly close to a 'stock' rim, tho some people consider them ghetto...
Acutally, 300ZX wheels (16x7.5) are more like 18.5lbs each. Plus, the 'Nissan' center caps from the stock wheels won't fit on them. I don't know about any aftermarket caps for it, I just have the ones that have the Z on them.
SSR Integrals are pretty light, about 17lbs for 17x8, forged alum. They are a five spoke design, look fairly close to a 'stock' rim, tho some people consider them ghetto...
03-03-2002, 03:22 PM
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Originally posted by -MaxPayne-
Does anybody have the OZ supperleggras? The 17's are only 15.1 lbs. I was wondering if anybody has had experience with these or how they look on a max.
-Jon
Does anybody have the OZ supperleggras? The 17's are only 15.1 lbs. I was wondering if anybody has had experience with these or how they look on a max.
-Jon
03-03-2002, 03:32 PM
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Originally posted by FJC
I have OZ Anteras and they aren't too much heavier....
I have OZ Anteras and they aren't too much heavier....
-Jon
03-03-2002, 03:41 PM
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Dark wheels
Originally posted by MaxSE98
carbon fiber would be sooooo cool , dont have 10 grand sitting around though, from what ive heard volks are light and very strong , if you want the strongest of the strong oz racing superturismos are the way to go , thats what most rally teams use, so i dont know what im gonna do. Does anyone think dark wheels would look good on a deep evergreen 98 SE thats debadged?? or should i go white ?? i think darks would look sick.. lemme know what u think
maxse98
carbon fiber would be sooooo cool , dont have 10 grand sitting around though, from what ive heard volks are light and very strong , if you want the strongest of the strong oz racing superturismos are the way to go , thats what most rally teams use, so i dont know what im gonna do. Does anyone think dark wheels would look good on a deep evergreen 98 SE thats debadged?? or should i go white ?? i think darks would look sick.. lemme know what u think
maxse98
03-03-2002, 09:47 PM
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Originally posted by -MaxPayne-
Does anybody have the OZ supperleggras? The 17's are only 15.1 lbs. I was wondering if anybody has had experience with these or how they look on a max.
-Jon
Does anybody have the OZ supperleggras? The 17's are only 15.1 lbs. I was wondering if anybody has had experience with these or how they look on a max.
-Jon
03-06-2003, 10:29 PM
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Re: There are options, but not OEM look.
So the factory 16 inch Mustang wheels will fit a 4th gen? and so will the non turbo 90-96 300ZX wheels? They are cheap, on ebay, saw some 16's off a 95 Mustang GT (5 spoke) with GOOD rubber for 200 bux and a set of 90 to 96 Non Turbo 300ZX without rubber for 100 (so far, reserve not met yet) I would not mind looking at some of these but don't want fitment problems later, if suspension is changed. The guy with the 300ZX wheels said they would not fit with coilovers? I've searched and can't find a cross reference for what factory wheels will fit what maximas.....anybody know for sure?
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Originally posted by philpoe
27lbs is pretty easy to beat
90-96 300ZX wheels are 16x7.5, and have been weighed about 17lbs (some say 16). They are cheap and plentiful, and you could always put a Nissan centercap in them.
Kosei K1 racing go for $160ea from TireRack and come in silver, white or Anthracite. Reportedly 15.5lbs for 16x7.5
There are several 16x7 wheels out there that are relatively light (14-16lbs?) but I can't remember their brand/model. Power Racing F1 comes to mind. That same model is sold under another name I can't remember.
There are several "knockoffs" of expensive wheels like Volks wheels in 16x7 or 17x7 in the 18-20lb range at places like www.whalentire.com and www.rim1.com. The CAM and Rage models are the ones that I recall. www.aaarims.com (I think) sells OEM replicas.
Mustang wheels are also plentiful, but I don't know the weights, and you'd have to come up with something for the centercaps. Knockoff 16x8 or 17x8 cobra rims look especially nice IMHO. Members here have them, and if you look hard enough on this forum, there is a link to a specific Mustang to Maxima wheel fitment guide.
RX-7 Wheels are relatively cheap and inexpensive, but are not easy to come by, especially the early hollow ones. 16x8 and under 14lbs. They tend to crack (which is why they switched to the heavier filled ones, roughly 16lbs) and have the wrong offset. There are members here who have them.
You won't be able to get a centercap on them I think.
Eagle Alloy polished rims (I forget the model number, O77? They look like Mustang Saleen wheels) are relatively inexpensive and look good, IMHO.
Good luck
27lbs is pretty easy to beat
90-96 300ZX wheels are 16x7.5, and have been weighed about 17lbs (some say 16). They are cheap and plentiful, and you could always put a Nissan centercap in them.
Kosei K1 racing go for $160ea from TireRack and come in silver, white or Anthracite. Reportedly 15.5lbs for 16x7.5
There are several 16x7 wheels out there that are relatively light (14-16lbs?) but I can't remember their brand/model. Power Racing F1 comes to mind. That same model is sold under another name I can't remember.
There are several "knockoffs" of expensive wheels like Volks wheels in 16x7 or 17x7 in the 18-20lb range at places like www.whalentire.com and www.rim1.com. The CAM and Rage models are the ones that I recall. www.aaarims.com (I think) sells OEM replicas.
Mustang wheels are also plentiful, but I don't know the weights, and you'd have to come up with something for the centercaps. Knockoff 16x8 or 17x8 cobra rims look especially nice IMHO. Members here have them, and if you look hard enough on this forum, there is a link to a specific Mustang to Maxima wheel fitment guide.
RX-7 Wheels are relatively cheap and inexpensive, but are not easy to come by, especially the early hollow ones. 16x8 and under 14lbs. They tend to crack (which is why they switched to the heavier filled ones, roughly 16lbs) and have the wrong offset. There are members here who have them.
You won't be able to get a centercap on them I think.
Eagle Alloy polished rims (I forget the model number, O77? They look like Mustang Saleen wheels) are relatively inexpensive and look good, IMHO.
Good luck
03-07-2003, 04:46 AM
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What about Rota's
Rota Subzero
15"-12lbs, 16"-14.5lbs, 17"-16.5lbs, 18"-19lbs
15" $450/set, 16" $500/set, 17" $550/set, 18" $600/set
Rota Attack
15"-12lbs, 17"-16.5lbs
15" $500/set, 17" $600/set
Light rims, cost under $1,000, what more can you ask for? How about free shipping?
http://www.machiii.net
Rota Subzero
15"-12lbs, 16"-14.5lbs, 17"-16.5lbs, 18"-19lbs
15" $450/set, 16" $500/set, 17" $550/set, 18" $600/set
Rota Attack
15"-12lbs, 17"-16.5lbs
15" $500/set, 17" $600/set
Light rims, cost under $1,000, what more can you ask for? How about free shipping?
http://www.machiii.net
03-07-2003, 05:28 AM
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Originally posted by looney662
What about Rota's
Rota Subzero
15"-12lbs, 16"-14.5lbs, 17"-16.5lbs, 18"-19lbs
15" $450/set, 16" $500/set, 17" $550/set, 18" $600/set
Rota Attack
15"-12lbs, 17"-16.5lbs
15" $500/set, 17" $600/set
Light rims, cost under $1,000, what more can you ask for? How about free shipping?
http://www.machiii.net
What about Rota's
Rota Subzero
15"-12lbs, 16"-14.5lbs, 17"-16.5lbs, 18"-19lbs
15" $450/set, 16" $500/set, 17" $550/set, 18" $600/set
Rota Attack
15"-12lbs, 17"-16.5lbs
15" $500/set, 17" $600/set
Light rims, cost under $1,000, what more can you ask for? How about free shipping?
http://www.machiii.net
03-07-2003, 06:02 AM
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Re: Re: There are options, but not OEM look.
Yes, the factory Mustang wheels will fit the 4th Gen.
I take that back. They are likely to fit 4th gen, they seem to have no problem on 3rd gens.
http://home.satx.rr.com/jasonr/wheels.html
Yes, the 90-96 300ZX non-turbo wheels will fit.
There should be a few cars with pics up. I suggest a search.
I'm guessing that 300ZX wheels will go for more than Mustang wheels.
Also, I'd imagine that you'd want the blank-centered Cobra wheels, or the "SVT" lettered ones to paint over.
I take that back. They are likely to fit 4th gen, they seem to have no problem on 3rd gens.
http://home.satx.rr.com/jasonr/wheels.html
Yes, the 90-96 300ZX non-turbo wheels will fit.
There should be a few cars with pics up. I suggest a search.
I'm guessing that 300ZX wheels will go for more than Mustang wheels.
Also, I'd imagine that you'd want the blank-centered Cobra wheels, or the "SVT" lettered ones to paint over.
Originally posted by 2maximas
So the factory 16 inch Mustang wheels will fit a 4th gen? and so will the non turbo 90-96 300ZX wheels? They are cheap, on ebay, saw some 16's off a 95 Mustang GT (5 spoke) with GOOD rubber for 200 bux and a set of 90 to 96 Non Turbo 300ZX without rubber for 100 (so far, reserve not met yet) I would not mind looking at some of these but don't want fitment problems later, if suspension is changed. The guy with the 300ZX wheels said they would not fit with coilovers? I've searched and can't find a cross reference for what factory wheels will fit what maximas.....anybody know for sure?
Thanks
2Maximas
So the factory 16 inch Mustang wheels will fit a 4th gen? and so will the non turbo 90-96 300ZX wheels? They are cheap, on ebay, saw some 16's off a 95 Mustang GT (5 spoke) with GOOD rubber for 200 bux and a set of 90 to 96 Non Turbo 300ZX without rubber for 100 (so far, reserve not met yet) I would not mind looking at some of these but don't want fitment problems later, if suspension is changed. The guy with the 300ZX wheels said they would not fit with coilovers? I've searched and can't find a cross reference for what factory wheels will fit what maximas.....anybody know for sure?
Thanks
2Maximas
03-07-2003, 08:44 AM
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Mach III, Nippon Racing
I just poked around on that MachIII site. Looks like some nice deals
anyone ever try Nippon Racing wheels?
The Light Star and ProSpec II look pretty nice!
http://www.machiii.net/machiii/html/...LightStar.html
http://www.machiii.net/machiii/html/...ProspecII.html
anyone ever try Nippon Racing wheels?
The Light Star and ProSpec II look pretty nice!
http://www.machiii.net/machiii/html/...LightStar.html
http://www.machiii.net/machiii/html/...ProspecII.html
Originally posted by looney662
What about Rota's
Rota Subzero
15"-12lbs, 16"-14.5lbs, 17"-16.5lbs, 18"-19lbs
15" $450/set, 16" $500/set, 17" $550/set, 18" $600/set
Rota Attack
15"-12lbs, 17"-16.5lbs
15" $500/set, 17" $600/set
Light rims, cost under $1,000, what more can you ask for? How about free shipping?
http://www.machiii.net
What about Rota's
Rota Subzero
15"-12lbs, 16"-14.5lbs, 17"-16.5lbs, 18"-19lbs
15" $450/set, 16" $500/set, 17" $550/set, 18" $600/set
Rota Attack
15"-12lbs, 17"-16.5lbs
15" $500/set, 17" $600/set
Light rims, cost under $1,000, what more can you ask for? How about free shipping?
http://www.machiii.net
03-07-2003, 09:13 AM
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Re: Re: RE: Carbon Fiber Wheels...
Originally posted by breaux124
Front and back, 17" for a motorcycle (so only two wheels) costs $3300 in carbon fiber. They also made magnesium wheels which weighted 15lbs for front and back, but they still cost $1400 for two.
I would guess it would be much more for a car:
1. Larger in size
2. Four wheels instead of two.
Not sure if they would be made the same since car wheels have to support much more weight than a bike.
Front and back, 17" for a motorcycle (so only two wheels) costs $3300 in carbon fiber. They also made magnesium wheels which weighted 15lbs for front and back, but they still cost $1400 for two.
I would guess it would be much more for a car:
1. Larger in size
2. Four wheels instead of two.
Not sure if they would be made the same since car wheels have to support much more weight than a bike.
Bikes weigh something around 500lbs depending on make and model and whether its air or water cooled. Cars weigh at the very least, 4 times as much, but the rim design is also drasticly different.
03-07-2003, 10:47 AM
#38
Re: Re: Re: There are options, but not OEM look.
So I guess the question is will 3rd gen wheels fit on a 4th gen. If that is the case then there should be no problem putting the stang wheels on the 4th gen?
2Maximas
2Maximas
Originally posted by philpoe
Yes, the factory Mustang wheels will fit the 4th Gen.
I take that back. They are likely to fit 4th gen, they seem to have no problem on 3rd gens.
http://home.satx.rr.com/jasonr/wheels.html
Yes, the 90-96 300ZX non-turbo wheels will fit.
There should be a few cars with pics up. I suggest a search.
I'm guessing that 300ZX wheels will go for more than Mustang wheels.
Also, I'd imagine that you'd want the blank-centered Cobra wheels, or the "SVT" lettered ones to paint over.
Yes, the factory Mustang wheels will fit the 4th Gen.
I take that back. They are likely to fit 4th gen, they seem to have no problem on 3rd gens.
http://home.satx.rr.com/jasonr/wheels.html
Yes, the 90-96 300ZX non-turbo wheels will fit.
There should be a few cars with pics up. I suggest a search.
I'm guessing that 300ZX wheels will go for more than Mustang wheels.
Also, I'd imagine that you'd want the blank-centered Cobra wheels, or the "SVT" lettered ones to paint over.
03-07-2003, 02:07 PM
#39
Re: Re: Re: Re: There are options, but not OEM look.
I'm not sure.
You certainly see 4th gen, 5th gen and 300ZX wheels on 3rd gens, but you probably never see 3rd gen wheels on the newer models.
According the to the Mustang wheel link, the 3rd gens have a 30mm-32mm offset, while the MAXFAQS section says 35-40mm. Not much of a difference, but on 3rd gens, that means that the higher offset wheels tuck in a tiny bit. Mustang wheels would move out a tiny bit.
If it were me, I'd try it. In fact, the Cobra 17x8s might be a decent option to clear some of these big brake kits. I'm going to try the 300ZX wheels myself before moving up in size.
You certainly see 4th gen, 5th gen and 300ZX wheels on 3rd gens, but you probably never see 3rd gen wheels on the newer models.
According the to the Mustang wheel link, the 3rd gens have a 30mm-32mm offset, while the MAXFAQS section says 35-40mm. Not much of a difference, but on 3rd gens, that means that the higher offset wheels tuck in a tiny bit. Mustang wheels would move out a tiny bit.
If it were me, I'd try it. In fact, the Cobra 17x8s might be a decent option to clear some of these big brake kits. I'm going to try the 300ZX wheels myself before moving up in size.
Originally posted by 2maximas
So I guess the question is will 3rd gen wheels fit on a 4th gen. If that is the case then there should be no problem putting the stang wheels on the 4th gen?
2Maximas
So I guess the question is will 3rd gen wheels fit on a 4th gen. If that is the case then there should be no problem putting the stang wheels on the 4th gen?
2Maximas
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