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F1fletch · 07-29-2014, 04:29 PM

Just Installed:

Car is lowered on FRS Swift Springs 1" (stock struts)

Gram Light 57C6 Velvet Marine SP

Front 18x8.5x35 Front est weight 20.5
Rear 19x9.5x40 Rear est weight 21

Tires Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
Front 225/40-18
Rear 255/35-18

Running 40 psi F&R right now but will play with pressures for best balance of ride and handling. Coming from Michelin SS's these tires are less direct but ride comparable, they suit the car well in my opinion and are about the lightest tire you will find. The carcass is supple and they should respond well to changes in pressure. I was unable to weigh the total combo with tire and wheel but will do so in the future. Surprisingly the rears felt as light as the 17's coming off the car which were 42lbs combo but proof is in the scale.

The Velvet Marine Color: I think they are absolutely beautiful and change with lighting conditions, they appear suede like, almost iridescent in color but similar to a blue anodizing effect. Be sure to clean these carefully and don't touch them with fried chicken fingers...lol

It is early days so I haven't been able to toss the car around yet but so far no rubbing, scraping or ill effects. I am well pleased thus far.

The pics are quickies with iphone but hope they help.

Clipdat · 07-29-2014, 06:04 PM

Those are spectacular. Absolutely amazing.

I want a set on my Whiteout!!

sirsol66 · 07-30-2014, 11:26 AM

Looks great! How much clearance to the front strut?

F1fletch · 07-30-2014, 12:34 PM

Pretty safe, prob 3/8 to 1/2".

Redlinedfrs86 · 07-30-2014, 03:50 PM

those wheels are amazing...just not feeling the blue on asphalt...

Clipdat · 07-31-2014, 05:59 PM

Yes, just hideous. He should really trade them to me for my 17x9 +45 silver Kojins. lol

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redlinedfrs86

those wheels are amazing...just not feeling the blue on asphalt...

Scaldy · 08-01-2014, 12:31 AM

Looks good. Nice to see something different. Crossing my fingers for you that the finish holds up over time.

F1fletch · 08-01-2014, 12:54 PM

Yes, I hope the same. I was told by Mackin that it should hold up. I really wanted something different so I took the plunge on these.

07-29-2014, 04:29 PM	#1
F1fletch Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Drives: 13 FR-S AT Location: Mountain House, Ca Posts: 374 Thanks: 67 Thanked 116 Times in 65 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	18x8.5 - 18x9.5 GL 57C6 Velvet Marine Just Installed: Car is lowered on FRS Swift Springs 1" (stock struts) Gram Light 57C6 Velvet Marine SP Front 18x8.5x35 Front est weight 20.5 Rear 19x9.5x40 Rear est weight 21 Tires Dunlop Sport Maxx RT Front 225/40-18 Rear 255/35-18 Running 40 psi F&R right now but will play with pressures for best balance of ride and handling. Coming from Michelin SS's these tires are less direct but ride comparable, they suit the car well in my opinion and are about the lightest tire you will find. The carcass is supple and they should respond well to changes in pressure. I was unable to weigh the total combo with tire and wheel but will do so in the future. Surprisingly the rears felt as light as the 17's coming off the car which were 42lbs combo but proof is in the scale. The Velvet Marine Color: I think they are absolutely beautiful and change with lighting conditions, they appear suede like, almost iridescent in color but similar to a blue anodizing effect. Be sure to clean these carefully and don't touch them with fried chicken fingers...lol It is early days so I haven't been able to toss the car around yet but so far no rubbing, scraping or ill effects. I am well pleased thus far. The pics are quickies with iphone but hope they help. Attached Images

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07-30-2014, 11:26 AM	#3
sirsol66 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: 2013 FRS- Hot Lava Location: Michigan Posts: 674 Thanks: 16 Thanked 162 Times in 115 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Looks great! How much clearance to the front strut?

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F1fletch Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Drives: 13 FR-S AT Location: Mountain House, Ca Posts: 374 Thanks: 67 Thanked 116 Times in 65 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Pretty safe, prob 3/8 to 1/2".

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Redlinedfrs86 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: 2013 Firestorm FR-S Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 327 Thanks: 264 Thanked 133 Times in 106 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	those wheels are amazing...just not feeling the blue on asphalt...

08-01-2014, 12:31 AM	#7
Scaldy Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: 2013 red FR-S mt Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 166 Thanks: 93 Thanked 55 Times in 35 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Looks good. Nice to see something different. Crossing my fingers for you that the finish holds up over time.

08-01-2014, 12:54 PM	#8
F1fletch Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Drives: 13 FR-S AT Location: Mountain House, Ca Posts: 374 Thanks: 67 Thanked 116 Times in 65 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Yes, I hope the same. I was told by Mackin that it should hold up. I really wanted something different so I took the plunge on these.

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