997 Turbo / GT2 2006–2012 Turbo discussion on the 997 model Porsche 911 Twin Turbo.
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need help to choose wheels for 997TT

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Old Aug 15, 2008 | 12:50 AM
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need help to choose wheels for 997TT

My brother is thinking of getting new set of wheels for his 997TT. He has been searching forever ( alex knows what I'm talking about ), anyway here is the wheels he liked the most

1) hre 590R
2) 360forged mesh ten
3) Modulare M6

he likes the 20'' wheels more as they'll look hot with the techart bodykit he has but at same time he's upgrading the engine and he doesn't want to kill the power by heavy wheels. so here is the questions:

--- Is there a big difference between same model wheels but different size? i.e.( 590r in 20 inch VS 590r in 19 OR mesh ten in 20'' VS mesh ten in 19''..etc)

--- What do you guys think of lightweight 20'' wheels compare to the factory 19'' in terms of handling and performance? let's say 20'' 590R with PS2 tires and factory 19'' wheels with PS2.

if anyone can provide me with some numbers that would be plus and lets see which one you'll choose

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Old Aug 15, 2008 | 09:57 AM
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Old Aug 15, 2008 | 10:54 AM
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Out of that list, I would definitely go with the HRE 590Rs.

Just to make the decision making process a little harder, have him check out the Morr Alloys VS8 wheel. It's very well priced since we are running a group buy and are available in 20" fitment.

 
Old Aug 16, 2008 | 11:18 AM
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haha Abdullah.... Oh well, when it comes to wheels, you dont want to make the wrong decision...

The weight between 19s and 20s isnt a whole lot, but it is somewhat noticeable. As far as 19" performance vs 20".... The 20s, due to the tires being lower profile, will not perform as well but will still perform excellent...

Feel free to call me again if you have any questions

Here are some more pix of the Modulare M6.... Thats my choice out of all these.





 

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Old Aug 16, 2008 | 02:12 PM
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those looks nice
 
Old Aug 16, 2008 | 10:57 PM
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Old Aug 17, 2008 | 07:54 AM
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I've always liked HRE but those Modular M6 look very nice. Actually they are to dissimilar to the 590R's.

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Old Aug 17, 2008 | 10:26 AM
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Thanks for considering us!
No need for me to post pics, I'm sure you've seen them all. I'm sure whatever you choose will be great, and he'll be very happy. All 3 are great choices.
 
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Thanks for considering us!
No need for me to post pics, I'm sure you've seen them all. I'm sure whatever you choose will be great, and he'll be very happy. All 3 are great choices.
go ahead and post away. would like to see more wheel pics
 
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go ahead and post away. would like to see more wheel pics
+1 On Porsche's no less!
 
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How much do the Modular M6 weight Front and Rear? Dose the rim hold water in the inner half in the rain? Is the lip available in polished finished? Still looking for the right wheel.
 
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I went with the HRE P40's on my black/black TT cab. I also had the wheels powdercoated.
 
Old Aug 17, 2008 | 08:04 PM
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go ahead and post away. would like to see more wheel pics
Alright guys, you asked for it...

MESH TEN FTW!









Some more cars w/ Mesh Ten



 
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Thanks for your purchase, I guess the pictures worked
You'll love them, I like the finish you chose. Should look incredible.
 


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