Lightweight 18" wheels (lighter than RPF1's)

Rusty · 05-01-2020, 03:46 PM

If you want a strong lightweight rim. ForgeLine. But you will pay for them.

https://forgeline.com/

OptionZero · 05-01-2020, 04:04 PM

Rusty, does OP seem like that kinda dude that's dropping 6k on Forgelines? C'mon, the dude is convinced some knockoff ZE40's are the greatest wheels ever or some **** for his street driven sedan thats never seeing a racetrack

backman_66 · 05-01-2020, 04:23 PM

Why the hostility? I don't want this thread to turn into a flame war for a 100% polite question in a public forum. I'm not a cheapass, I spent $20,000 to buy my G37 6MT with 36k miles last year because I waited to find one in superb quality, I have a $1,000 invidia exhaust, $650 hfcs, $500 intake, and there's absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to find a set of wheels that isn't going to cost my entire tax return because people won't get off their high horses and be nice about it. I appreciate all of your opinions, but don't turn this into something negative.

Rusty · 05-01-2020, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by OptionZero

Rusty, does OP seem like that kinda dude that's dropping 6k on Forgelines? C'mon, the dude is convinced some knockoff ZE40's are the greatest wheels ever or some **** for his street driven sedan thats never seeing a racetrack

No one ever thinks about ForgeLine. I'm giving OP more options.

OptionZero · 05-01-2020, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by backman_66

Why the hostility? I don't want this thread to turn into a flame war for a 100% polite question in a public forum. I'm not a cheapass, I spent $20,000 to buy my G37 6MT with 36k miles last year because I waited to find one in superb quality, I have a $1,000 invidia exhaust, $650 hfcs, $500 intake, and there's absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to find a set of wheels that isn't going to cost my entire tax return because people won't get off their high horses and be nice about it. I appreciate all of your opinions, but don't turn this into something negative.

Well, we can start at how absurd it is to think ofreplacing RPF1s, which are commonly used at race tracks everywhere, with a wheel from a relatively unknown origin because they claim to be TENTHS of a pound lighter is pretty hilarious given that your most difficult driving task is probably parking at the grocery store

If you think they're an ugly wheel that doesn't fit a luxury sedan, i could get on board with that. They are ugly AF, but i wouldn't pretend i needed some lightweight wheels to replace them.

and, i'm assuming your car is stock stance and stock body, so really . . . what are we doing here?

DarkJak · 05-01-2020, 08:07 PM

Why the hostility? OP didn't claim they are an RPF1 replacement, or that people should be buying these instead of RPF1s, just that he liked that there is a similarly light, and better looking wheel.

On durability:
It's unlikely this wheel will be significantly weaker than RPF1's either, and it uses an I beam spoke design that has been proven in many other reputable wheels to trim weight.

You can typically assume similar strengths at similar weights given the same manufacturing process and reasonable wheel design.

backman_66 · 05-02-2020, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by DarkJak

Why the hostility? OP didn't claim they are an RPF1 replacement, or that people should be buying these instead of RPF1s, just that he liked that there is a similarly light, and better looking wheel.

Thank you Dark. I'm sorry, maybe I shouldn't have phrased the thread title the way I did. I wasn't trying to specifically target RPF1's, it's just the #1 wheel that came to mind that I see people saying is like the "golden standard" of a lightweight, affordable 18" wheel.

The purpose of my questions were to be informative to others that there may be a good alternative that actually looks good on the G (according to my own personal opinion). And I wanted to get people's thoughts if they have heard of this brand and if they think it was a good choice. Well, they certainly gave their opinions on that.

I just don't like the people saying that if I'm not taking it to the track, or giving it some specific "stance" then I'm not allowed to enjoy the benefits of a lighter wheel with some spirited driving. Everyone mods their cars for their own reasons. Sorry if it came across like I hate RPF1's or that these wheels are king for weighing less. I kinda just worded it like that to grab some attention and get views.

JARblue · 05-02-2020, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by backman_66

I was wondering if anyone has heard much about these or has opinions.

Or are you just looking for people to validate the decision you've already made?

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Originally Posted by Hotrodz

I would not run those things if you paid me. You have no idea of the wheel integrity. Enkie's are race proven. Don't cheap out.

Listen to this man

Quote:

Originally Posted by backman_66

Why the hostility?... there's absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to find a set of wheels that isn't going to cost my entire tax return because people won't get off their high horses and be nice about it. I appreciate all of your opinions, but don't turn this into something negative.

You're looking at $200 wheels. Don't do it!!

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Originally Posted by OptionZero

Well, we can start at how absurd it is to think of replacing RPF1s, which are commonly used at race tracks everywhere, with a wheel from a relatively unknown origin because they claim to be TENTHS of a pound lighter is pretty hilarious given that your most difficult driving task is probably parking at the grocery store

Don't take OptionZero's comments personally. He is simply informing you that you are making a dumb decision.

Quote:

Originally Posted by backman_66

I wasn't trying to specifically target RPF1's, it's just the #1 wheel that came to mind that I see people saying is like the "golden standard" of a lightweight, affordable 18" wheel.

What did you think was going to happen when you compared the "golden standard of a lightweight, affordable 18" wheels" to the crappy knockoff garbage you're looking at?

Quote:

Originally Posted by backman_66

I just don't like the people saying that if I'm not taking it to the track, or giving it some specific "stance" then I'm not allowed to enjoy the benefits of a lighter wheel with some spirited driving. Everyone mods their cars for their own reasons.

We were just pointing out that your reasoning makes no sense. Don't start talking about weights when that has absolutely nothing to do with your decision to pick these wheels. If you want them for aesthetics, fine. Just know that you are buying cheap wheels.

backman_66 · 05-02-2020, 05:05 PM

Okay, thank you for the wisdom everyone. You have changed my mind. I will save up for proper wheels.

cooltoy · 05-02-2020, 05:11 PM

Are these in your price range?

Ssr type f 19x9.5 19x10.5 +22

backman_66 · 05-02-2020, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooltoy

Are these in your price range?

Ssr type f 19x9.5 19x10.5 +22

Not at the moment but I could very well save up for something like them!

SS_Firehawk · 05-02-2020, 09:06 PM

I don't trust RPF1's for excessive track duty. I've seen a lot fail or crack over time when beat on. People run them because they're light, cheap, and replacable when one does fail.

bpchaos · 05-03-2020, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by SS_Firehawk

I don't trust RPF1's for excessive track duty. I've seen a lot fail or crack over time when beat on. People run them because they're light, cheap, and replacable when one does fail.

I have a few friends that have broken quite a few RPFs. We've switched to NT-03Ms as they're a bit stronger, almost as light, and cost about the same. Either way, track wheels are pretty much a consumable anyway and should be retired after a bit of use.

backman_66 · 12-03-2020, 08:33 PM

Well I ended up buying them. I got an amazing deal on these, $300 plus shipping, because the guy I bought them from had them on his NSX which he just used in promotional videos for Superspeed, so he didn't even use the wheels anymore.

Superspeed RF03RR in titanium finish
18x8.5 +35 front, weight 18.3lbs
18x9.5 +38 rear, weight 18.9lbs

They are made to clear big brakes, but these still barely clear the sport akebonos on the G, it's only a few mm but it's just enough.

Tires are Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 235/45/18 and 255/40/18. I will probably get wider tires when it's time for them to be replaced, but for now I'm using my old tire setup from my stock sport wheels.

I know I need a drop. I'm planning to go with 370z pre-2016 nismo springs to drop it about .5", I'm not interested in going much lower. Now onto some pics!

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OptionZero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,159 Drives: 15 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 203226	Rusty, does OP seem like that kinda dude that's dropping 6k on Forgelines? C'mon, the dude is convinced some knockoff ZE40's are the greatest wheels ever or some **** for his street driven sedan thats never seeing a racetrack JARblue, DarkJak, Rusty and 3 others like this. __________________ OptionZero Build Thread

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backman_66 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: US Posts: 64 Drives: 2012 G37 Rep Power: 5	Why the hostility? I don't want this thread to turn into a flame war for a 100% polite question in a public forum. I'm not a cheapass, I spent $20,000 to buy my G37 6MT with 36k miles last year because I waited to find one in superb quality, I have a $1,000 invidia exhaust, $650 hfcs, $500 intake, and there's absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to find a set of wheels that isn't going to cost my entire tax return because people won't get off their high horses and be nice about it. I appreciate all of your opinions, but don't turn this into something negative. DarkJak and Csharpminor like this.

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DarkJak A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 1,390 Drives: 2009 370Z Rep Power: 13448	Why the hostility? OP didn't claim they are an RPF1 replacement, or that people should be buying these instead of RPF1s, just that he liked that there is a similarly light, and better looking wheel. On durability: It's unlikely this wheel will be significantly weaker than RPF1's either, and it uses an I beam spoke design that has been proven in many other reputable wheels to trim weight. You can typically assume similar strengths at similar weights given the same manufacturing process and reasonable wheel design. __________________ @stupidtoycars \| My track vids 09 7AT\|MCS 2WNR\|Topgunz Rotrex\|Ecutek (Eugene)\|Maxxis RC1\|Titan-7 TS-5\|OSG LSD\|Rear Mount Derale Oil Cooler (WIP)+25 Trans Cooler\|Fismo\|G-LOC R12/R10\|Zeta III L\|NLR Wing and Splitter\|CJM Pan and Fuel Hat\|Radium Surge Tank\|AP Racing CP9668

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backman_66 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: US Posts: 64 Drives: 2012 G37 Rep Power: 5	Okay, thank you for the wisdom everyone. You have changed my mind. I will save up for proper wheels. JARblue, cooltoy and Gooch like this.

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SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7334	I don't trust RPF1's for excessive track duty. I've seen a lot fail or crack over time when beat on. People run them because they're light, cheap, and replacable when one does fail. JARblue and Hotrodz like this. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

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