What is the lightest, least expensive track wheel I can buy?
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What is the lightest, least expensive track wheel I can buy?
I really don't want to spend alot because I only do 1 or 2 track events a year but I want an extra set to mount the slicks on. That way I can swap the stock tires back on if it rains, etc...
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+1 was going to say the same thing. dont run hard at the track with slicks on wheels which my be inferior, just looking out for ya!!
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I recently bought a set of Hollow twists with Michelin Pilot Sport Cups with about 70-80% tread left on them. The wheels were in exellent condition too. I paid $1400.... I think that was pretty cheap...
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l hear you guys I just don't want to pay $800 per wheel for track wheels I won't use much. I guess the other option is to use my hollow spokes as track wheels and get some new street wheels?
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+1 Use the stocks on the track and get some sweet wheels for the streets!
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Hollows are great, but keep your eyes peeled - I found a set of BBS LMs w/tires on eBay recently for $2650 shipped (I had solid spokes that apparently were bent by the PO, figured I might as well just go for it at that price). I think Tirerack said they are 22 lbs front, 24 lbs rear, but do not quote me on that.
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old set wheels about 1k
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I know...blow me...
honestly, i would just check around private porsche repair places...there are almost always wheels in stock from some traded in cars and what not...
honestly, i would just check around private porsche repair places...there are almost always wheels in stock from some traded in cars and what not...
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Volk TE37. 18 lbs ea front, 20.5 lbs ea rear. Check tirerack, Vivid racing, and other forum sponsers. Less than $2800 for a set.
But as said above, stock hollow spokes can't be beat for price/performance.
But as said above, stock hollow spokes can't be beat for price/performance.
Last edited by roadsterdoc; Sep 8, 2007 at 09:47 AM.