Maz807

So was thinking about getting the foose speed black for my 8 until i found out that they are 26 lbs each. I've read in another thread the the stock '07 wheels are around 20lbs each. So my question is, how bad will this affect the power? I dont race this car but I definetly dont want to slow it down too much either. Advice is appreciated.

HockeyRX-8

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heavier wheels = more rotational mass = slower acceleration, plus longer time on the brakes to slow down

bose

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Not to mention those wheels are terrible. Keep looking.

2tone

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no offense, but keep looking or buy a mustang. those wheels are no good on the 8

Maz807

nough said. Thanks guys. I was already kinda shying away from them.

2tone, is that your ride in your pic. If so, what size wheels & tires are those (w/ offset). I like the way those look

2tone

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yeah, sorry, the pic is super dark, but they are 18x9.5 +30 with 275 tires. fill out nicely, but lowered needs a fender roll, fyi

Maz807

looks good man.... damn, too many decisions!

2tone

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oh god...tills and rev are here.........buckle up.............

Atilla

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answer the following:

Budget:
Purpose: (function or form)
Look: flush, tucked, hella flush
Preference: (ie, name brand vs knock offs)
Design: (Deep Dish, concave, mesh)

btw, i'd be more conscious of the weight of the wheel.

2tone

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atilla and rev

what does the + mean by your name?? and don't say "we're cool" or "it's a socal thing"

The Reverend

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it means we are rx8club friends

Atilla

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@ 2tone

we're all BUDDIEZZZ!

2tone

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damnit paris, TUCK = SUCK........SUNK = FUNK.........haven't you seen my bumper stickers?!?

Atilla

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lol - hey man, it's still an option - some people like sucking...

The Reverend

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2tone do you rly have these stickers, do want plz

2tone

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ha ha ha, like omg you guys

2tone

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no, but i should make them after some recent pictures i've seen! i also want a "my other car is a rotary" for my gf's car.

Grog

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Serious question, does the extra total of about 12-16 pounds that a heavier, cheaper set of wheels give really make that big of a difference? I would assume that we're all into wheels for the looks, but I want to get more of an idea on how significant wheelweight is for our car.

2tone

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omg omg omg, i'm 4 states away and i can still feel till's blood boiling!!!!!!

...[taking cover]...

read this thread. and yes, you're not talking about 12-16 pounds, as if you got fat one day...we're talking about WHEEL weight, rotational inertia or whatever the physics geeks call it. so yes, it affects acceleration, braking, and turn in response, drastically.

https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-wheels-tires-brakes-suspension-55/effects-wheel-size-weight-performance-51865/

AliceIsHerName

ok guys found some wheels but the guy only has 2 so im lookin for the best place to find one but anyone have any comments on 5zigen proracer GN+ they are 18x8.5 think they are 22.00 pounds anyone had these? they are bronze with a chrome lip

AliceIsHerName

gotta make sure i know our cars are 5x114.3 but isnt that also 5x100? these wheels are 5x100 i

The Reverend

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5x100 is a no go

AliceIsHerName

thanks guys

Atilla

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alice: 5x114.3 = 5x4.5

5x114.3 =/= 5x100


grog: depending on the purpose it may vary. If you're going for strickly form - then buy some big *** baller wheels n' **** on performance. If you're gonna consider autox or track you really should look to minimize weight where ever you can.

and yes...anger is rising