Calling all RAYS wheel owners
Originally Posted by RA-Eight
Yeah they do. I got lucky and ended up breaking even when I sold my first set of GTS for a more aggressive offset. Went from +46 front and +43 rears to +34 front and +37 rears. Won't notice a huge difference but like it much better now.
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Originally Posted by ac3mastuh
Hey guys, after almost 6 long months my finally awaited wheels have come in.
I ordered Volk GTS in 19x8.5 +36 and a 19x9.5 +37 in gloss black
I cant wait to mount these rims, gettin tires tomorrow but I won't get these on my 8 until Monday!
I will post pics mounted as soon as I can
Thanks to lazi and the guys at J-onDemand for giving me the best possible price around and excellent customer service!
I ordered Volk GTS in 19x8.5 +36 and a 19x9.5 +37 in gloss black
I cant wait to mount these rims, gettin tires tomorrow but I won't get these on my 8 until Monday!
I will post pics mounted as soon as I can
Thanks to lazi and the guys at J-onDemand for giving me the best possible price around and excellent customer service!
Originally Posted by Sato Tatsuya
really nice! I love those!
Question: what do people think will look nice with a Titanium Grey? I mean what should the colour of the rim be? Opinions? Suggestions?
Question: what do people think will look nice with a Titanium Grey? I mean what should the colour of the rim be? Opinions? Suggestions?
that's the best finish out there
Originally Posted by Sato Tatsuya
Question: what do people think will look nice with a Titanium Grey? I mean what should the colour of the rim be? Opinions? Suggestions?
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Good for you getting 18 inchers and non-staggered. It would've been extra kudos if you had gotten 17s so better luck next time. I would've preferred a less aggressive offset, but these look very nice indeed.
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Volk TE37 Gunmetal 18x8.5 +40 5-114.3
Sad thing is they weight about the same as my stock wheel w/pirelli winter tires.
About 18lbs each without tires. RE040's are quite heavy.
looking to put 245/40's all around
Sad thing is they weight about the same as my stock wheel w/pirelli winter tires.
About 18lbs each without tires. RE040's are quite heavy.
looking to put 245/40's all around
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hmmmm, that's a really hard question, and one that was on my mind for these few months. if you're goin for 19 inch + rims then your only choice will be the progressiv ME. as the largest size for RE30 is 18 inch. and if you get wider tire size rims the face shape will look even better.
although these rims look similar from a distance, the ME will always have a more classy look, while the RE30 is just sporty track looking and it will also be slightly lighter.
my final decision was based on the following: the RE30 i got was available immediately since they were some of the last remaining stock at rays japan. they were the newest and technologically advanced design, while the ME has been around for a couple of years. there's no stock of ME at rays, and the next production run will start during june. so, if you guys have to wait anyway, i think the 19 inch ME will look amazing in the 8! that would be my first choice if you wont be tracking your 8 with them.
er, did i answer your question??
although these rims look similar from a distance, the ME will always have a more classy look, while the RE30 is just sporty track looking and it will also be slightly lighter.
my final decision was based on the following: the RE30 i got was available immediately since they were some of the last remaining stock at rays japan. they were the newest and technologically advanced design, while the ME has been around for a couple of years. there's no stock of ME at rays, and the next production run will start during june. so, if you guys have to wait anyway, i think the 19 inch ME will look amazing in the 8! that would be my first choice if you wont be tracking your 8 with them.
er, did i answer your question??
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hmmmm, that's a really hard question, and one that was on my mind for these few months. if you're goin for 19 inch + rims then your only choice will be the progressiv ME. as the largest size for RE30 is 18 inch. and if you get wider tire size rims the face shape will look even better.
although these rims look similar from a distance, the ME will always have a more classy look, while the RE30 is just sporty track looking and it will also be slightly lighter.
my final decision was based on the following: the RE30 i got was available immediately since they were some of the last remaining stock at rays japan. they were the newest and technologically advanced design, while the ME has been around for a couple of years. there's no stock of ME at rays, and the next production run will start during june. so, if you guys have to wait anyway, i think the 19 inch ME will look amazing in the 8! that would be my first choice if you wont be tracking your 8 with them.
er, did i answer your question??
although these rims look similar from a distance, the ME will always have a more classy look, while the RE30 is just sporty track looking and it will also be slightly lighter.
my final decision was based on the following: the RE30 i got was available immediately since they were some of the last remaining stock at rays japan. they were the newest and technologically advanced design, while the ME has been around for a couple of years. there's no stock of ME at rays, and the next production run will start during june. so, if you guys have to wait anyway, i think the 19 inch ME will look amazing in the 8! that would be my first choice if you wont be tracking your 8 with them.
er, did i answer your question??
Thank you sooooo very much Puff!
P.S. I would like to know which of ME or RE30 would benefit the overall handling and performance of the Rx8 more/most. I like both the appearance of ME and RE30, so I would not mind picking one over the other.
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yes, 18inch rims will perform better than 19inch not only in cornering but also straight acceleration, especially for smaller torque engine in the 8. that's why you're not gonna see a lot of 19inch rims running on the track. but seems most drivers are going for the looks, which i have done on my cars before my 8!
regarding choice between ME and RE, you'll really have to see for yourself, the ME looks better, but the RE30 was designed to be the best track performer because it is slightly lighter and more rigid. did you look at the ray's website????
also, track wheels aren't always 'bad' looking, as evidenced by the guys pickin up TE37 and CE28 rims instead of more flashy looking rims!
don't forget, regarding performance, don't skimp on your tire choice, they are possibly the most important mod on any car
regarding choice between ME and RE, you'll really have to see for yourself, the ME looks better, but the RE30 was designed to be the best track performer because it is slightly lighter and more rigid. did you look at the ray's website????
also, track wheels aren't always 'bad' looking, as evidenced by the guys pickin up TE37 and CE28 rims instead of more flashy looking rims!
don't forget, regarding performance, don't skimp on your tire choice, they are possibly the most important mod on any car
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yes, 18inch rims will perform better than 19inch not only in cornering but also straight acceleration, especially for smaller torque engine in the 8. that's why you're not gonna see a lot of 19inch rims running on the track. but seems most drivers are going for the looks, which i have done on my cars before my 8!
regarding choice between ME and RE, you'll really have to see for yourself, the ME looks better, but the RE30 was designed to be the best track performer because it is slightly lighter and more rigid. did you look at the ray's website????
also, track wheels aren't always 'bad' looking, as evidenced by the guys pickin up TE37 and CE28 rims instead of more flashy looking rims!
don't forget, regarding performance, don't skimp on your tire choice, they are possibly the most important mod on any car
regarding choice between ME and RE, you'll really have to see for yourself, the ME looks better, but the RE30 was designed to be the best track performer because it is slightly lighter and more rigid. did you look at the ray's website????
also, track wheels aren't always 'bad' looking, as evidenced by the guys pickin up TE37 and CE28 rims instead of more flashy looking rims!
don't forget, regarding performance, don't skimp on your tire choice, they are possibly the most important mod on any car
I am starting to lean more towards 18" RE30 now, because it feels like even though I might not tracking it, its lightness and rigidity will allow my daily driving a bit more "clean" and comfortable. I do not know if that will be true, but from my own understanding, that is how I feel will happen. But again, I am pretty dumb 
