Help with some 'different' wheels/questions
01-17-2011, 03:32 AM
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Help with some 'different' wheels/questions
I've been in the market for wheels for a while now...practically driving myself crazy over them honestly, but anyway on to the point. After tons and tons of searching, pricing, picture browsing etc. I think I just want a different kind of wheel. I'll try to organize my thoughts as clearly as possible so this post makes sense lol.
There are tons of Mustangs that look fantastic on the stereotypical 18x9/18x10 staggered Cobras/Saleens/FR500s/Bullitts and so on, don't get me wrong, but I'm really just not wanting that look for mine.
Some key points I want to mention first are:
- I am NOT looking for a staggered setup. The car is a daily driver first and foremost, and rotating regularly is a huge plus in my book.
- I'm not too big on huge blingy wheels, I'd like to stay 17x8 if possible, but I'd be willing to go 18x9 for the right price and the right wheel.
- Speaking of price, I'm wanting to keep it at less than $250 per wheel. Cheaper is of course better, under $200 would be huge.
- I have a hard time explaining the kind of wheels I like. I guess you could say they kind of have the 'motorsport' look. The kind of wheels I see frequently at autox etc.
Now, to be more specific, I absolutely love the Enkei RPF1s, even more so after seeing them on Riptides car here https://mustangforums.com/forum/s197...nkei-rpf1.html. I would love to get a set for my Mustang, in silver, and if possible in the aforementioned 17x8, which I've actually seen but I have some technical questions about; what all spec's should I be looking for exactly? Say these for instance http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/e...3-p-24887.html 5x114.3, 45mm offset. Both of these are correct right? But what about the bore diameter? I've never really been 'in' to wheels and have never really learned about them, nor do I know what's right for our cars and what isn't, spec wise. If those won't work, what will? Should I be looking at upsizing regardless?
I also like these a lot, they kind of remind me of some Volk wheels http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand
I also like wheels styled like these (not sure what to call them lol), they may be better looking wheel in an 18" though http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand
Anyway, I'd love any help, advice/or other suggestions you guys could give me. Pics of some different wheels on Mustangs would be a plus as well. I also realize these aren't to most Mustang owners taste, and some will think they're ricey. If you do thats fine, just spare me the lecture.
Also, I'm looking to try autox this year. I'll probably pull the intake and run 17x8s in stock class. My factory bullitts can be used for that duty if so, or the enkei's as well if they were in the right size.
Thanks guys.
There are tons of Mustangs that look fantastic on the stereotypical 18x9/18x10 staggered Cobras/Saleens/FR500s/Bullitts and so on, don't get me wrong, but I'm really just not wanting that look for mine.
Some key points I want to mention first are:
- I am NOT looking for a staggered setup. The car is a daily driver first and foremost, and rotating regularly is a huge plus in my book.
- I'm not too big on huge blingy wheels, I'd like to stay 17x8 if possible, but I'd be willing to go 18x9 for the right price and the right wheel.
- Speaking of price, I'm wanting to keep it at less than $250 per wheel. Cheaper is of course better, under $200 would be huge.
- I have a hard time explaining the kind of wheels I like. I guess you could say they kind of have the 'motorsport' look. The kind of wheels I see frequently at autox etc.
Now, to be more specific, I absolutely love the Enkei RPF1s, even more so after seeing them on Riptides car here https://mustangforums.com/forum/s197...nkei-rpf1.html. I would love to get a set for my Mustang, in silver, and if possible in the aforementioned 17x8, which I've actually seen but I have some technical questions about; what all spec's should I be looking for exactly? Say these for instance http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/e...3-p-24887.html 5x114.3, 45mm offset. Both of these are correct right? But what about the bore diameter? I've never really been 'in' to wheels and have never really learned about them, nor do I know what's right for our cars and what isn't, spec wise. If those won't work, what will? Should I be looking at upsizing regardless?
I also like these a lot, they kind of remind me of some Volk wheels http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand
I also like wheels styled like these (not sure what to call them lol), they may be better looking wheel in an 18" though http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand
Anyway, I'd love any help, advice/or other suggestions you guys could give me. Pics of some different wheels on Mustangs would be a plus as well. I also realize these aren't to most Mustang owners taste, and some will think they're ricey. If you do thats fine, just spare me the lecture.
Also, I'm looking to try autox this year. I'll probably pull the intake and run 17x8s in stock class. My factory bullitts can be used for that duty if so, or the enkei's as well if they were in the right size.
Thanks guys.
01-17-2011, 07:43 AM
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A lot will have to do with what tire size you want to go with. Wider (as well as better compound) is always better for hooking-up. Going too wide up front and you'll notice a lot more tramlining. I'd go no wider than 255's up front. However, 8" wheels will usually only allow you to safely mount 245's max so you should consider an 8.5" wheel.
I won't begin to try to tell you what style to go with. That's totally up to you.
I won't begin to try to tell you what style to go with. That's totally up to you.
