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4bangers · 01-07-2008, 05:07 PM

what do you recommend? I can spend around 1000.

17x8.5, which offset is good?

I was thinking RPF1 +22mm
gravity +29mm but a little heavy 22lbs

anything else that's light and will fit s13?

Bubba · 01-07-2008, 05:14 PM

Contact Logan at A-Spec. He is good on his info and will help you spend your money on quality equipment.

***S14DB*** · 01-07-2008, 05:18 PM

I assume S13. I would go with the RPF1.

gotta240 · 01-07-2008, 05:36 PM

I would suggest a better size/offset first of all.

Second- 1000 wont really get you many LIGHT wheels... The fno1rc comes in good sizes with your budget.

eastcoastS14 · 01-07-2008, 05:37 PM

lol I wouldnt really describe FNs as light....I was kinda expecting mine to be lighter, but thats just me

azndoc · 01-07-2008, 06:07 PM

Save up another 500 and get some 57 maxes.

Done.

firelizard · 01-07-2008, 06:10 PM

Weds TC105N, 7.05kg per wheel
+32 offset, so get some spacers.

KA-T_240 · 01-07-2008, 06:43 PM

weld draglites ehehehhehhehehehehe

The enkies or PRF1 or spend some $$$ and get time attacks!

250sxdet · 01-07-2008, 06:45 PM

i have a set of 18x9.5 maxes brand new. pm me and ill give you a good deal.

SixSpeedSleuth · 01-07-2008, 06:55 PM

RPF-1's are hard to beat for the dollar per pound ration. Plus, the looks grow on you over time. Here they are on my S13 for reference. Decent looking IMO.

Jefferson · 01-07-2008, 08:04 PM

Yeah RPF1's are pretty light, you cant really beat the price either they are dirt cheap

JoeC1982 · 01-07-2008, 08:07 PM

those look nice on the hatch, +1 for the rpf1's.

OptionZero · 01-07-2008, 09:26 PM

buy some rotas

then take a saw

hack away one of the spokes

it'll be HELLA light

aznpoopy · 01-07-2008, 09:47 PM

gravity's shouldn't even be mentioned in there

in 17x9 the rpf1's are 16 lbs
fn01r-c's are 19lbs.
and you say in 17x8.5 the gravitys are 22 lbs? that is shitty pepboys wheels weight territory. they are pigs. shouldn't even be mentioned.

rpf1's are going to stretch your budget a bit, but they are practically the best wheel in terms of cost/lightness. they are lighter than volk te37's (17 lbs iirc) in the same size and cost HALF as much. so yeah. weds tc105 are lighter... but the difference is less than half a pound. and they cost like $175 more per wheel.

go to www.wheelweights.net. plug away and see if you can find a better wheel on those terms. i doubt you'll be able to.

4bangers · 01-07-2008, 10:05 PM

where can I get the weds tc105n? for a good price

sw20>>s14 · 01-07-2008, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4bangers

where can I get the weds tc105n? for a good price

http://www.zilvia.net/f/showpost.php...postcount=1784

4bangers · 01-07-2008, 10:26 PM

will RPF1 17x9 offset +22mm work for front and rear S13 hatch without the need to pull/roll fender? please help me out, I'm about to buy the set. thanks guys

KA-T_240 · 01-08-2008, 12:10 AM

yes. I run x9 +20 just fine. I have a roll/pull on the rear to allow me to fit 275s

4bangers · 01-08-2008, 01:40 AM

if I just want 245 or possibility 255 on the rear, do I have to pull fender? what's the highest I can go on the front and rear without the need to pull/roll fender?

Doluck · 01-08-2008, 01:45 AM

Either the RPF1 or these...
http://www.koseijp.co.jp/engfl/specs/s_9_K1-TS.htm
It woudl have to be 17x8 and 17x8 tho.... either way, they weigh the same as the RPF1's ... I love them both!

4bangers · 01-08-2008, 02:19 AM

on the site, it said the wheel require tunenr adaptor, what is that? and I have to use tuner bolt. Does RPF1 require adaptor and tuner bolt? or can I use the stock bolt? By the way, how big is the 240sx hub?

sw20>>s14 · 01-08-2008, 02:26 AM

theyre just talking about tuner nuts with a tapered seat...its highly recommended that you use aftermarket tuner lug nuts with any aftermarket wheels...240s hub bore is 66.06mm...do some searching to answer your basic questions...

Slidin240Wayz · 01-08-2008, 07:21 AM

Enkei RPF1s...quality at its finest.

300hp owen · 01-08-2008, 08:49 AM

for the price you wont find a better wheel brand new than the RPF1 that fits your criteria.

there are other wheels that are just as light but nowhere near as inexpensive as the RPF1.

Doluck · 01-08-2008, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4bangers

on the site, it said the wheel require tunenr adaptor, what is that? and I have to use tuner bolt. Does RPF1 require adaptor and tuner bolt? or can I use the stock bolt? By the way, how big is the 240sx hub?

K1 TS
Just tuner lugs.....
The 17x8 for the front are on sale right now too.... $199
The rears are not.. but still only $259

The RPF1 are $259ea as well... so the price is close.

Let me know... I can hook a brother up!!!

O yea... I also have WedsSport SA-90 on sale .... 17x8 for $229. I belive they are 17lbs.

trsilvias13 · 01-08-2008, 10:27 AM

After you get the wheels that meets your criteria , start a thread of tire weight, I dont think any or close to none, post weight of tires. You will have to get input from ppl and see which one grip best vs weight vs price.

Let me know how it turns out. It sounds like you have the right mindset.

4bangers · 01-09-2008, 12:28 AM

I think citytireonline.com has some tire weight, but they don't have every tires though.

So RPF1 it is then. However, will +35mm offset OK on a S13 hatch without hitting the KTS coil and suspension arms? I trying not to hit the suspension nor the fender.

So the RPF1 has larger hub bore then 240sx, does the hubring fix that?

drift freaq · 01-09-2008, 12:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4bangers

I think citytireonline.com has some tire weight, but they don't have every tires though.

So RPF1 it is then. However, will +35mm offset OK on a S13 hatch without hitting the KTS coil and suspension arms? I trying not to hit the suspension nor the fender.

So the RPF1 has larger hub bore then 240sx, does the hubring fix that?

+35mm is a terrible offset. If your running a 17x9 you could run a +17-25 without hitting the KTS. I ran KTS with +30mm on 17x7.5 and 17x9 no hitting and you could go lower on the offset without scraping your fenders. Plus a roll and pull is not a big deal. I run 17x9 +12 57 MAX's now and I rolled and pulled with some decamber and its not a problem.

By the way 57 MAX's rock over the kosei's or the Enkei's

4bangers · 01-09-2008, 01:03 AM

^^^ how is 57 max better than RPF1? is it lighter/stronger/quality?

why is +35mm a bad offset? will it hit the coil? I could go +22mm offset but then it'll be very close or hit the fender.

***S14DB*** · 01-09-2008, 10:59 AM

This is 17x9+20 on a S13:

get the +35

01-07-2008, 05:07 PM	#1
4bangers Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: wa Age: 22 Posts: 367 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	help me pick a light wheel what do you recommend? I can spend around 1000. 17x8.5, which offset is good? I was thinking RPF1 +22mm gravity +29mm but a little heavy 22lbs anything else that's light and will fit s13?

01-07-2008, 05:14 PM	#2
Bubba Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Biloxi, MS Age: 38 Posts: 352 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Contact Logan at A-Spec. He is good on his info and will help you spend your money on quality equipment. __________________ Good at wrenching, terrible at electrical. Lord help me... HAHAHA

01-07-2008, 05:18 PM	#3
*S14DB* AFC #1 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: 昨晩あなたのお母さんの家 Posts: 20,181 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	I assume S13. I would go with the RPF1. __________________ Comments should be taken as Opinions not as Statements of Fact

01-07-2008, 06:10 PM	#7
firelizard Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba Age: 32 Posts: 705 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: firelizard Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Weds TC105N, 7.05kg per wheel +32 offset, so get some spacers. __________________

01-07-2008, 06:43 PM	#8
KA-T_240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Moorhead, MN Age: 34 Posts: 1,788 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	weld draglites ehehehhehhehehehehe The enkies or PRF1 or spend some $$$ and get time attacks! __________________

01-07-2008, 05:36 PM	#4
gotta240 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: so cal Posts: 3,496 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	I would suggest a better size/offset first of all. Second- 1000 wont really get you many LIGHT wheels... The fno1rc comes in good sizes with your budget.

01-07-2008, 05:37 PM	#5
eastcoastS14 Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: the land of snow potholes and no tracks Posts: 3,984 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	lol I wouldnt really describe FNs as light....I was kinda expecting mine to be lighter, but thats just me

01-07-2008, 06:07 PM	#6
azndoc Post Whore! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Los Angeles Age: 39 Posts: 9,487 Trader Rating: (47) Rides Gallery: azndoc Feedback Score: 47 reviews	Save up another 500 and get some 57 maxes. Done.

01-07-2008, 06:45 PM	#9
250sxdet Zilvia Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: so cal Posts: 165 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	i have a set of 18x9.5 maxes brand new. pm me and ill give you a good deal.

01-07-2008, 06:55 PM	#10
SixSpeedSleuth Zilvia Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Age: 42 Posts: 176 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	RPF-1's are hard to beat for the dollar per pound ration. Plus, the looks grow on you over time. Here they are on my S13 for reference. Decent looking IMO.

01-07-2008, 08:04 PM	#11
Jefferson Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 394 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yeah RPF1's are pretty light, you cant really beat the price either they are dirt cheap

01-07-2008, 08:07 PM	#12
JoeC1982 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Little Rock, AR Age: 39 Posts: 315 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	those look nice on the hatch, +1 for the rpf1's. __________________ 96 240SX daily driver resto//mod Nismo//JBL//Hawk My feedback: http://www.zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=169481

01-07-2008, 09:26 PM	#13
OptionZero Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Norcal Age: 37 Posts: 6,262 Trader Rating: (2) Rides Gallery: OptionZero Feedback Score: 2 reviews	buy some rotas then take a saw hack away one of the spokes it'll be HELLA light

01-07-2008, 09:47 PM	#14
aznpoopy Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: New Jersey Age: 40 Posts: 5,013 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	gravity's shouldn't even be mentioned in there in 17x9 the rpf1's are 16 lbs fn01r-c's are 19lbs. and you say in 17x8.5 the gravitys are 22 lbs? that is shitty pepboys wheels weight territory. they are pigs. shouldn't even be mentioned. rpf1's are going to stretch your budget a bit, but they are practically the best wheel in terms of cost/lightness. they are lighter than volk te37's (17 lbs iirc) in the same size and cost HALF as much. so yeah. weds tc105 are lighter... but the difference is less than half a pound. and they cost like $175 more per wheel. go to www.wheelweights.net. plug away and see if you can find a better wheel on those terms. i doubt you'll be able to.

01-07-2008, 10:05 PM	#15
4bangers Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: wa Age: 22 Posts: 367 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	where can I get the weds tc105n? for a good price

01-07-2008, 10:26 PM	#17
4bangers Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: wa Age: 22 Posts: 367 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	will RPF1 17x9 offset +22mm work for front and rear S13 hatch without the need to pull/roll fender? please help me out, I'm about to buy the set. thanks guys

01-08-2008, 12:10 AM	#18
KA-T_240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Moorhead, MN Age: 34 Posts: 1,788 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yes. I run x9 +20 just fine. I have a roll/pull on the rear to allow me to fit 275s __________________

01-08-2008, 01:40 AM	#19
4bangers Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: wa Age: 22 Posts: 367 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	if I just want 245 or possibility 255 on the rear, do I have to pull fender? what's the highest I can go on the front and rear without the need to pull/roll fender?

01-08-2008, 01:45 AM	#20
Doluck Zilvia Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Jacksonville, Fl. Age: 40 Posts: 182 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Either the RPF1 or these... http://www.koseijp.co.jp/engfl/specs/s_9_K1-TS.htm It woudl have to be 17x8 and 17x8 tho.... either way, they weigh the same as the RPF1's ... I love them both!

01-08-2008, 02:19 AM	#21
4bangers Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: wa Age: 22 Posts: 367 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	on the site, it said the wheel require tunenr adaptor, what is that? and I have to use tuner bolt. Does RPF1 require adaptor and tuner bolt? or can I use the stock bolt? By the way, how big is the 240sx hub?

01-08-2008, 02:26 AM	#22
sw20>>s14 Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: bay area Posts: 5,656 Trader Rating: (19) Feedback Score: 19 reviews	theyre just talking about tuner nuts with a tapered seat...its highly recommended that you use aftermarket tuner lug nuts with any aftermarket wheels...240s hub bore is 66.06mm...do some searching to answer your basic questions... __________________ s14\| y34\| 911 gts\| exige s\| 600rr\| r3\| 250r\| 85 girlfriend

01-08-2008, 07:21 AM	#23
Slidin240Wayz Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Everywhere Age: 36 Posts: 5,427 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	Enkei RPF1s...quality at its finest. __________________ Support Zilvia by purchasing a sticker!

01-08-2008, 08:49 AM	#24
300hp owen Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: western, NY Age: 48 Posts: 531 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	for the price you wont find a better wheel brand new than the RPF1 that fits your criteria. there are other wheels that are just as light but nowhere near as inexpensive as the RPF1. __________________ cardomain.com/id/LS1T56FC = my crazy ls1 v8 rx7 = sold

01-08-2008, 10:27 AM	#26
trsilvias13 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 1,984 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	After you get the wheels that meets your criteria , start a thread of tire weight, I dont think any or close to none, post weight of tires. You will have to get input from ppl and see which one grip best vs weight vs price. Let me know how it turns out. It sounds like you have the right mindset.

01-09-2008, 12:28 AM	#27
4bangers Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: wa Age: 22 Posts: 367 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	I think citytireonline.com has some tire weight, but they don't have every tires though. So RPF1 it is then. However, will +35mm offset OK on a S13 hatch without hitting the KTS coil and suspension arms? I trying not to hit the suspension nor the fender. So the RPF1 has larger hub bore then 240sx, does the hubring fix that?

01-09-2008, 01:03 AM	#29
4bangers Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: wa Age: 22 Posts: 367 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	^^^ how is 57 max better than RPF1? is it lighter/stronger/quality? why is +35mm a bad offset? will it hit the coil? I could go +22mm offset but then it'll be very close or hit the fender.

01-09-2008, 10:59 AM	#30
*S14DB* AFC #1 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: 昨晩あなたのお母さんの家 Posts: 20,181 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	This is 17x9+20 on a S13: get the +35 __________________ Comments should be taken as Opinions not as Statements of Fact

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