Anybody got 16 inch wheels on their FR-S /BRZ?

[CSG David]

Originally Posted by stockysnail

I'm running some 18"x8 forged wheels that weight 17.8lbs if you know anyone that has used ones for a straight across to trade. They retailed for about the same amount too ($650). I got a set of 5 for $1200 (Neuspeed RS10). Basically looking for either a trade or less than $200 per wheel in 16" that weight under 15lbs. I guess I'll work on my baller status to get these wheels.

Are you trying to reduce rotational mass to drag race? The 17x8 might work better for your application to get the best of both worlds.

[stockysnail]

Originally Posted by CSG David

Are you trying to reduce rotational mass to drag race? The 17x8 might work better for your application to get the best of both worlds.

I just want a light set of wheels for summer daily driving use and a few HPDE track days and maybe one or two autocross days. I don't plan on drag racing as I prefer to keep my clutch's life, especially since I'm supercharged on a stock clutch.

[CSG David]

Originally Posted by stockysnail

I just want a light set of wheels for summer daily driving use and a few HPDE track days and maybe one or two autocross days. I don't plan on drag racing as I prefer to keep my clutch's life, especially since I'm supercharged on a stock clutch.

More usable grip with the 17s and the possibility to expand with a BBK is there as well. On top of that, there is a much larger selection of tires available for your application. The downside is the weight is not as formidable as 16x7...which is REALLY light.

[brianhj]

Originally Posted by SP86

Obviously not mounted but I've been considering 16s.. Here's my extra set of Starion wheels mocked up next to the frs

Do this. I fucking love 80's wheels on this car

[WolfsFang]

here is mine on CCW classics

[SP86]

Originally Posted by brianhj

Do this. I fucking love 80's wheels on this car

I may a little down the road I kept fighting myself with buying adapters though ended up ordering ccw's

Originally Posted by WolfsFang

here is mine on CCW classics

Man I hope I don't regret getting 17x8s and 17x9s because I do like 16s we'll see when I get mine mounted ahah

[Trettiosjuan]

Autec Wizard now painted silver

[stockysnail]

Originally Posted by CSG David

More usable grip with the 17s and the possibility to expand with a BBK is there as well. On top of that, there is a much larger selection of tires available for your application. The downside is the weight is not as formidable as 16x7...which is REALLY light.

I doubt I will ever go BBK. Are you saying more grip because of a wider tire is possible with 17" (if I go 17x8) compared to 16x7 or 16x8? I'm considering keeping my current 18x8 17.8lbs forged, going with 17x9 like RPF1, 17x7 Kosei, or 16x7 or 16x8. I'd be running Bridgestone RE-11 in all the examples. I have ~250hp (supercharged) to the wheels and don't plan on any more in the near or maybe even no more ever. I only lose grip currently when the tires are cold (from sitting) and I floor it (when dry out). I'd expect 16x7 with 205 or 215 width running RE-11 to perform smilarly to the 18x8 225 width I'm running currently. I'm leaning towards 1 because of weight and tire cost. A few track days and autox are my only thing planned aside from daily driving.

CSG David or other CSG, could you rate them or something in order of best performance based on my above use? I'm trying to get someone to help me lean one direction or another.

[Skurj]

Just tossing this out there.. but whats the narrowest rim that will fit and is available in 16" (thinking for winter duty next season) anything in 6" or 6.5"?

[stockysnail]

4 spare tires will fit and they are tiny.

[CSG David]

Originally Posted by stockysnail

I doubt I will ever go BBK. Are you saying more grip because of a wider tire is possible with 17" (if I go 17x8) compared to 16x7 or 16x8? I'm considering keeping my current 18x8 17.8lbs forged, going with 17x9 like RPF1, 17x7 Kosei, or 16x7 or 16x8. I'd be running Bridgestone RE-11 in all the examples. I have ~250hp (supercharged) to the wheels and don't plan on any more in the near or maybe even no more ever. I only lose grip currently when the tires are cold (from sitting) and I floor it (when dry out). I'd expect 16x7 with 205 or 215 width running RE-11 to perform smilarly to the 18x8 225 width I'm running currently. I'm leaning towards 1 because of weight and tire cost. A few track days and autox are my only thing planned aside from daily driving.

CSG David or other CSG, could you rate them or something in order of best performance based on my above use? I'm trying to get someone to help me lean one direction or another.

With the Innovate kit, you will benefit with a 225 tire on a bigger track and 245 tire on a smaller track. For competitive autocross, I'm sure you'll attempt to fit some massive 275s on a 7" width tire or something just to get every ounce of grip possible. The issue is making sure you can get sufficient heat in the tire for your intended application. Even with boost, the 245 tire may not get sufficient heat for optimal grip. In this case, I would generally recommend a 245/40/17 tire, however, based on your setup, I see that a 225 is an okay tire to run. Running less, however, you're just limiting your grip potential. For best acceleration, Mickey Thompsons on 16s would be great right?

If you can, run a 17x8 +42 TWS T66-F with a 225/45/17 or a 17x9 +35 Wedsport TC105N with 245/40/17 tires. Both setups are fine and fairly dependent on application and desires. Tire selection on 17s is much greater. Everybody has preference, but I recommend RE11A for DD cars and RS3s for track setup. NT01, RC1, or RA1 are great tires if you like running with R-comps. With a grippier tire, you don't need to run as wide of a tire, however, having a fat sidewall also means slightly less response.

[Walla Walla]

here is mine




still don't know if i like that bigger sidewall, last year i was on 18 inch wheels... i really preffer the 16' look, but, can't say if it will give a better handling or not...

[GuerillaRacing]

Looking good. I dig the large sidewall look so far on our FR-S also, as well as the old school vibes.

[Red2Liter]

I bought 205/55 -16 Michelin Alpins for winter in the Northeast mounted on 16 X 6.5 inch Rials from Tire Rack.
The rolling circumference is less than 20mm larger than the original equipment tires which yields a negligible difference in gearing. Used the tires through two winters with great success. The slightly narrower footprint of the 16's yields slightly better tire load and traction.

There's probably some gains in traction to be made by mounting wider rubber on larger wheels. The obvious trade-off is in tire/wheel weight and rotational mass under acceleration. I'm planning on replacing the OEM tires with the stock size 17's and upgrading the rubber compound over the low rolling resistance OEM's. Probably see a small decrease in fuel economy then.