Lightweight wheels in 18x8.5?

[CSG David]

The TWS T66-F 18x8.5 is approximately 15.6lbs or so. We sold our last set of 18x8.5s to a client in New Zealand.

[WallsAndFoundations]

Originally Posted by gramicci101

I'm still on OEM for the moment, although I did add 20/25mm spacers to look cool. Considering getting the wheels powdercoated glossy bronze.

When I do eventually purchase wheels, I will go with 17's for a few reasons. First, they're cheaper. So are tires. Wheels might not be a wearing item, but tires definitely are. Secondly, the ride is better. More sidewall = more cushion = better ride. My suspension is firm enough already, thank you. Plus there's that little bit of extra forgiveness to keep me from bending a wheel should I hit a pothole or curb or trick-or-treater or something. Lastly, they're less weight. Our cars aren't super powerful to begin with, so any additional weight, rotational weight at that, slows them down. While there are 18's that are pretty freaking light (TWS), most of their mass is still situated further out from the point of rotation than a 17, which is extra inertia you have to overcome with throttle and brake.

These cars look gorgeous on 18's. I'm particularly fond of Shiumai's and Jive Turkey's BRZs, Shiumai with 18x8.5/9.5 staggered, and Jive Turkey with 18x9.5 all around. They really nailed the sizes. It's just not for me.

I gotcha I gotcha. That's really true. I just wish my car filled in those fender gaps better with 17s! You're right though.

[WallsAndFoundations]

Originally Posted by CSG David

The TWS T66-F 18x8.5 is approximately 15.6lbs or so. We sold our last set of 18x8.5s to a client in New Zealand.

Oh sweet, you're here! Will the 18x8.5 clear bbks? And do you have any pics of that particular size on a firestorm frs? All Google brings in is what looks to be 17s.

[CSG David]

We didn't want to risk putting our client's wheels on to test fit the 18x8.5 on a FRS just to preserve the finish of the wheels as best as possible. The 18x8.5 will clear BBKs without issue. @switchlanez has the 18x9.5 +45 in gold on his WRB BRZ. We have the 18x9.5 +45 in gloss gunmetal on our SWP BRZ.

[jvincent]

Originally Posted by WallsAndFoundations

That's actually really good to know. The pf01 in 18x8.5 is like 18, right?

I think it's actually 18.3, but once you get to those sizes the tires start to weigh a lot more.

The total weight was 41.5 IIRC.

[WallsAndFoundations]

Originally Posted by jvincent

I think it's actually 18.3, but once you get to those sizes the tires start to weigh a lot more.

The total weight was 41.5 IIRC.

That's awesome. So the factor in this case was the tire.. why does the v12 weigh so little for such a large tire?

[WallsAndFoundations]

Originally Posted by CSG David

We didn't want to risk putting our client's wheels on to test fit the 18x8.5 on a FRS just to preserve the finish of the wheels as best as possible. The 18x8.5 will clear BBKs without issue. @switchlanez has the 18x9.5 +45 in gold on his WRB BRZ. We have the 18x9.5 +45 in gloss gunmetal on our SWP BRZ.

Awesome. Good to know! And that's totally understandable, I just wanna be sure I'll like the look before drooping 2 grand on wheels haha

[jvincent]

The OEM wheels are actually pretty heavy, over 21 lbs I believe.

So I dropped 3 lbs on the wheel even though I went to an 18x8.5. As it turns out the 225 V12s are exactly the same amount heavier than the stock Primacies as the wheels are lighter, so it balanced out.

My point is that if you are going to be running wide tires, you are almost guaranteed to be heavier than stock unless you go super light on the wheels ($$$).

Since you mentioned that this is primarily for looks, I'd suggest that you don't need the premium for ultra-light wheels.

[CSG David]

Originally Posted by WallsAndFoundations

Awesome. Good to know! And that's totally understandable, I just wanna be sure I'll like the look before drooping 2 grand on wheels haha

They are pretty nice. Keep in mind, if you intend to put a spacer on them to flush them out with camber, you will need to run ARP extended studs with the spacer to work. There is no recessed section on the wheel simply because the wheels are designed for maximum strength at minimum weight.

Let me know if you're interested and we can chat more over PM.

[WallsAndFoundations]

Originally Posted by jvincent

The OEM wheels are actually pretty heavy, over 21 lbs I believe.

So I dropped 3 lbs on the wheel even though I went to an 18x8.5. As it turns out the 225 V12s are exactly the same amount heavier than the stock Primacies as the wheels are lighter, so it balanced out.

My point is that if you are going to be running wide tires, you are almost guaranteed to be heavier than stock unless you go super light on the wheels ($$$).

Since you mentioned that this is primarily for looks, I'd suggest that you don't need the premium for ultra-light wheels.

It is for looks primarily but I do not want to decrease my performance by running a stupid heavy wheel and tire.

[WallsAndFoundations]

Originally Posted by CSG David

They are pretty nice. Keep in mind, if you intend to put a spacer on them to flush them out with camber, you will need to run ARP extended studs with the spacer to work. There is no recessed section on the wheel simply because the wheels are designed for maximum strength at minimum weight.

Let me know if you're interested and we can chat more over PM.

How easy are those to install and how much are they? Thank you btw!

[CSG David]

Originally Posted by WallsAndFoundations

How easy are those to install and how much are they? Thank you btw!

Install time for the ARP studs isn't long. @dave_ROR did a DIY on how to do it.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21563

ARP Studs are around $36 per package. You need 4 of them.

If you're interested in the 8.5" wheels, let us know soon!

[Pete156]

Cheap, light 18x8s. Probably the lightest wheels you can buy for this price (18.6lb/ea, under $300)
Not TWS, but TSW.

[ckkone]

These are close to what you are looking for, $800 a set and 18.5 lbs in 18x9 with dual valve stem.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=64040





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