Lots of good looking wheels out there but if they are not lighter than stock I personally don't feel the need to spend the dough. Having said that...
These two wheels in the reasonably priced category ($200-300 per wheel) have caught my eye...
1010Tires.com offers the Fast Wheels FCO4 in a 19x8.5 +35 for $215 ea., which according to the offset calculator on their site would result in the wheel being pushed 5mm toward the fender (with a resulting increase in inner clearance of 5mm). The Fast Wheels website (www.fastwheels.ca - they are based out of Canada) lists the weight at 21.4 lbs. That doesn't include sensors or hub rings but that suggests the 19 is about as light as the 18s from the factory and substantially lighter than the stock 19s. They also list a 20x8.5+35 at 23.8 lbs and a 18x8 +30 at 19.4 lbs. Fast Wheels lists other widths (18x9, 19x9.5, 20x9.5) with different offsets for those looking for a staggered set up or a more aggressive offset. Three colors are offered, Matte Bronze, Titanium Grey and Metallic Black.
Advanti Racing offers the HY Hybris 19x8.5 and 20x8.5 in a 5*114.3 +35 or +40 offset that is flow formed (rotary forged?) that are bit more (approx. $50 more ea. than the FCO4) in silver or black, but hard to nail down the weights - rumored to be in the 19-21 lbs range.
No interest or experience with either 1010tires, Fast Wheels or Advanti Racing but like everyone else I've been scouring the web for alternatives to stock. Throw on a set of high performance, LRR, all-seasons (Pirelli P7 All Season Plus seems to get decent marks) in stock sizes and do a mild drop and I think I'd be all set. Many might prefer high performance rubber but haven't found much in the LRR category so I'll stick to the highest performing LRRs I can find. Treadwear is not the primary concern for me but range impact is. Suggestions are welcome. Would love feedback from anyone who might have experience with any of these vendors. Once again, no interest in the vendors. No dog in the fight!
These two wheels in the reasonably priced category ($200-300 per wheel) have caught my eye...
1010Tires.com offers the Fast Wheels FCO4 in a 19x8.5 +35 for $215 ea., which according to the offset calculator on their site would result in the wheel being pushed 5mm toward the fender (with a resulting increase in inner clearance of 5mm). The Fast Wheels website (www.fastwheels.ca - they are based out of Canada) lists the weight at 21.4 lbs. That doesn't include sensors or hub rings but that suggests the 19 is about as light as the 18s from the factory and substantially lighter than the stock 19s. They also list a 20x8.5+35 at 23.8 lbs and a 18x8 +30 at 19.4 lbs. Fast Wheels lists other widths (18x9, 19x9.5, 20x9.5) with different offsets for those looking for a staggered set up or a more aggressive offset. Three colors are offered, Matte Bronze, Titanium Grey and Metallic Black.
Advanti Racing offers the HY Hybris 19x8.5 and 20x8.5 in a 5*114.3 +35 or +40 offset that is flow formed (rotary forged?) that are bit more (approx. $50 more ea. than the FCO4) in silver or black, but hard to nail down the weights - rumored to be in the 19-21 lbs range.
No interest or experience with either 1010tires, Fast Wheels or Advanti Racing but like everyone else I've been scouring the web for alternatives to stock. Throw on a set of high performance, LRR, all-seasons (Pirelli P7 All Season Plus seems to get decent marks) in stock sizes and do a mild drop and I think I'd be all set. Many might prefer high performance rubber but haven't found much in the LRR category so I'll stick to the highest performing LRRs I can find. Treadwear is not the primary concern for me but range impact is. Suggestions are welcome. Would love feedback from anyone who might have experience with any of these vendors. Once again, no interest in the vendors. No dog in the fight!
