DDMotorsports: Redline Time Attack Round #1 Results!

M.Bonanni · 04-22-2009, 06:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Namir

How much do they weigh? They sure look pretty but looks don't mean much on the track.
You weren't going to try 18's? I'm sure with enough width and the right offset you could clear the sport calipers.

Well I know a 19x9 F14 weighs 25 lbs. and a 19x11 weighs 26lbs. I am guessing that the 19x10 will weigh 25.5 lbs. A 275/35/19 Nitto Invo weighs 29 lbs. Assuming that a Nitto NT05 in the same size will weigh the same, my track setup should weigh the exact same as the stock sport package setup, but with the added benefit of a wider tire up front.

Truth be told, I really wanted to stay with 19s because of the look. The goal for this car is to be a fun car to take to the track, take to the car shows, and take to the grocery store. I am not building a full blown track car out of it. If you wanted to stay with 19s like I did, Forgestar offers the best choice when you factor in style, price, quality, and weight. Sure there are 18s out there that are lighter and better for performance, but I think Forgestar did pretty good on the weight considering the size and the style of the wheel. If I get to the point with the car where I really feel I need that extra competitve edge I will make the switch to 18s.

imag · 04-22-2009, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DDMotorsports

Well I know a 19x9 F14 weighs 25 lbs. and a 19x11 weighs 26lbs. I am guessing that the 19x10 will weigh 25.5 lbs. A 275/35/19 Nitto Invo weighs 29 lbs. Assuming that a Nitto NT05 in the same size will weigh the same, my track setup should weigh the exact same as the stock sport package setup, but with the added benefit of a wider tire up front.

Truth be told, I really wanted to stay with 19s because of the look. The goal for this car is to be a fun car to take to the track, take to the car shows, and take to the grocery store. I am not building a full blown track car out of it. If you wanted to stay with 19s like I did, Forgestar offers the best choice when you factor in style, price, quality, and weight. Sure there are 18s out there that are lighter and better for performance, but I think Forgestar did pretty good on the weight considering the size and the style of the wheel. If I get to the point with the car where I really feel I need that extra competitve edge I will make the switch to 18s.

There are always Volks - you can lose weight and stay with 19s. Too bad about the price

Namir · 04-23-2009, 01:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DDMotorsports

Truth be told, I really wanted to stay with 19s because of the look. The goal for this car is to be a fun car to take to the track, take to the car shows, and take to the grocery store. I am not building a full blown track car out of it. If you wanted to stay with 19s like I did, Forgestar offers the best choice when you factor in style, price, quality, and weight. Sure there are 18s out there that are lighter and better for performance, but I think Forgestar did pretty good on the weight considering the size and the style of the wheel. If I get to the point with the car where I really feel I need that extra competitve edge I will make the switch to 18s.

I hear you. I guess I was just assuming you guys were going more towards a track dedicated car. 18's look Fugly with huge tires, but they sure do help cut down on unsprung weight. A good set of forged 19's gives a nice balance of looks and function. I'm excited to see the progression of your car.
Good luck!

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
2009 Redline Time Attack Schedule	M.Bonanni	Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip	7	03-11-2009 11:32 AM
2009 Redline Time Attack Schedule	M.Bonanni	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	1	12-24-2008 01:37 PM