OZ racing wheel option, Opinions
#136
Yeah I would go gold.
I'm puzzled about the E88 weight claim though, they are 18-19lbs IIRC which is the same as these (I think), but made of stronger materials/better process so that fact alone has made me hold back on the Ozs until I see more feedback. I like cheap wheels as they are all consumables in the end, but no point if they are not able to hop a few kerbs as well as the OEMs. I guess the jury is still out.
I'm puzzled about the E88 weight claim though, they are 18-19lbs IIRC which is the same as these (I think), but made of stronger materials/better process so that fact alone has made me hold back on the Ozs until I see more feedback. I like cheap wheels as they are all consumables in the end, but no point if they are not able to hop a few kerbs as well as the OEMs. I guess the jury is still out.
#137
Well I will give you a update in 4 to 6 weeks. I called TireRack and put in an order 8.5 x18 fronts and 12x18 rear. 1847.00 shipped to my door. I have been on the boards today and could not find any nay sayers on this rim, the company's reputation or others experience with other OZ rims. so I bought them. When I get them I will throw them on a scale to give you the exact weight. I do like the looks. I ordered black. For my narrow body the offsets were 53/68. pretty much sames as OE. So it all looks good to me. I ordered the Black for my Atlas gray 3.
#138
Please give me a call. I can ship to Singapore.
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#139
Damon are all the color variations for the Ultraleggera HLT 19s and 20s available through Tirerack?
#140
Yeah I would go gold.
I'm puzzled about the E88 weight claim though, they are 18-19lbs IIRC which is the same as these (I think), but made of stronger materials/better process so that fact alone has made me hold back on the Ozs until I see more feedback. I like cheap wheels as they are all consumables in the end, but no point if they are not able to hop a few kerbs as well as the OEMs. I guess the jury is still out.
I'm puzzled about the E88 weight claim though, they are 18-19lbs IIRC which is the same as these (I think), but made of stronger materials/better process so that fact alone has made me hold back on the Ozs until I see more feedback. I like cheap wheels as they are all consumables in the end, but no point if they are not able to hop a few kerbs as well as the OEMs. I guess the jury is still out.
Don't get too freaked out on the CCW ban. The big problem is that Vipers present some interesting challenges for both wheel and tire makers - very heavy, and torgue for miles. The cars can literally tear tires off because of it. Case in point is the Kumho Ecsta XS. Great tire for 99% of cars and available in Viper rear (345/30 19) fitments. BUT Kumho has asked that they not be sold to Viper owners because they just can't hold up to the potential of the car.
Sometimes it takes track use to find out the lateral forces of driving in that manner will degrade a wheel's strength to the point of failure, even though on paper the wheel is load rated for the car. That's why it's very important to check your wheels for cracks periodically. Many don't, and that's why the series has to error on the side of caution. By the way, the big issue with the Viper Racing League ban and the CCW wheels had more to do with them not having a date of manufacture on them. They decided that because people don't check their wheels there needed to be a DOM put on all wheels so they can be checked for fatigue. No date stamp = can't use. If I'm not mistaken HRE had issues also.
John makes excellent wheels, so don't be afraid to buy CCW.
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#141
Just placed the order for my set
I just ordered my set from TireRack (had to call them since the online fitment for my '05 C2S wouldn't allow 18" wheels).
Here's what I ended up getting...
Fronts: 18x8.5 ET 53 w/ 235/40-18 A048 (Heat Cycled)
Rears: 18x11 ET 63 w/ 315/30-18 A048 (Heat Cycled)
Thanks to Scan Automotive and "NorthVan" Ed for pointing me in the right direction.
Jason.
Here's what I ended up getting...
Fronts: 18x8.5 ET 53 w/ 235/40-18 A048 (Heat Cycled)
Rears: 18x11 ET 63 w/ 315/30-18 A048 (Heat Cycled)
Thanks to Scan Automotive and "NorthVan" Ed for pointing me in the right direction.
Jason.
#142
I ordered a set of Orange for 04 White GT3 from Damon..It looks fast
#145
Here's some video.. Notice I am on most of the kerbs/rumble strips.... Sorry about the knocking noise, that's my camera hitting the windshield.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XK6zhvTEbAM
No issues, no problems, they are still round and in balance and show no wear and tear in terms of their finish either. Ask me the same question at the end of the Year...
#147
If you are a real kerb basher, I would find the strongest wheel available....
Last edited by 80shilling; 03-30-2010 at 03:07 PM.
#148
I'm not, but some of the tracks can be a bit brutal over here. New kerbs gone in at silverstone over winter so will see what they are like before deciding.
#150
Yes. The Ultraleggera has a minor split-6 spoke pattern, vs. the Allegerita's 9 spoke design.
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