This spring, I'm going to put some aftermarket wheels on my car.

My preferences in a wheel:
-Have 5 holes for lug nuts, not 10 (some wheels have 10 so they can fit two bolt patterns).
-Have CENTER CAPS
-Have a smooth transition to the center of the wheel, not an abrupt "scooped out" center.
-19", but 18" are acceptable.
-Width: 8.5" (acceptable) - 9.5" (preferable)
-Relatively lightweight for their size
-Strong material, preferably forged
-Dark in color
-Priced within reason (no wheels that are $500 each)

Here's a few examples:

SSR Type F RS:

Good overall look, way too expensive ($637 each), a little too stockish, no center caps, and the center is too scooped out.

http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/ssr/swap/ssr_typef_rs_b_ci3_l.jpg

TR MT1:

Good weight (19lbs for an 18x8.5), good look, good color, decent wheel center.

http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/trm/swap/trm_mt1_lightgrey_ci3_l.jpg

WedsSport TC005:

Good weight (19lbs for an 18x8.5), good look, good color, decent wheel center, unique look.
http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/wedssport/swap/weds_tc_005_gry_ci3_l.jpg


Advan RS 19x9.5:

These are damn good, but $600+ EACH!

http://www.yokohamatire.jp/yrc/japan/wheel/brand/advan_rsb/image/wheel_2_2.jpg

So anyway, if you come across any wheels that you think may work for me, let me know!

Im a fan of the Gram Light 57Optimise 18x8.5 +33. I have found them for 1400 for all 4. I like the Time Attack Black version. Im with you though Probably going to do this spring with a turbo.

those weds look sick... + they seem to be on a crazy sale :p

those weds look sick... + they seem to be on a crazy sale :p

agreed...those are awesome looking wheels IMO for the price...i thought i saw a deal on them in the previous SCC mag...

How expensive are these? I'm thinking hefty, but I think they would look good.


http://www.5zigen.co.jp/english/products/wheel/proracer/ZR+520.html

How expensive are these? I'm thinking hefty, but I think they would look good.


http://www.5zigen.co.jp/english/products/wheel/proracer/ZR+520.html

The ZR+520 is a good pick, $250-300 per wheel too.
Only problem is if Dino wants lighter wheels; these weigh 28 lbs for 18's and the 19's weigh 31. :<

Holy heavy.

forged 19's for less than 500 a piece. let me know if you find those!

Yikes, had no idea they were that heavy...

i like the advans. really expensive but super nice

Advans, for looks a lightness...

Rotas...

O.Z. Ultraleggera Black

O.Z. Ultraleggera Black

Meh

damn I was looking for wieghts on the ZR+. damn r u sure? that is nutz!

Volks or Advans are my votes!!!

the new GTS Phantom color is SWEET!

i like the ultraleggers too but i dont know about geting 20s

i like the ultraleggers too but i dont know about geting 20s

You can get them in 18" or 19" i think the HLT ones are the ones that come in just 20"

Meh

How dare you Meh me...... My new suggestion is any type of HRE wheels then!:godance:

can you get 18s and 19s in black?

Yeah I think so, check out O.Z. website they have the sizes on there

I see only one option... 6lbs.

http://www.carbonfibergear.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/weds-sport-carbon-fiber-wheel.jpg

A bargain at 10k.

I see only one option... 6lbs.

http://www.carbonfibergear.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/weds-sport-carbon-fiber-wheel.jpg

A bargain at 10k.

The day when I shit money, those will be on my evo!

Dino: 18x9 +22 Gunmetal Black Advan RS are perfect. I have them with 265/35/18 tires.

You won't regret them. Clothes maketh the man, wheels maketh the car.

You like the 18s over the 19s?

My reason for 19s is to be able to drop the car yet still have some ground clearance.

http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/ssr/swap/ssr_typec_rs_anth_ci3_l.jpg

18"$399+
19"$459+
Front and Rear Fitments

Offset: 41mm

Backspacing: 6.73"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 245/40-18
Weight: 18.5lbs.

i dont know if your gonna like it.

looks good on evo 7.

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o65/gotuning/Web/SSR/SSR_Type-C_EVO_TCRS.jpg

Dino: 18x9 +22 Gunmetal Black Advan RS are perfect. I have them with 265/35/18 tires.

You won't regret them. Clothes maketh the man, wheels maketh the car.

Pics? :D

You like the 18s over the 19s?

My reason for 19s is to be able to drop the car yet still have some ground clearance.

Yes. For the following reasons:

1. Overall, 18s looks more "balanced" when compared with the size of the car. Once you drop the car, the wheels look just the right size. Pre-drop: 18s tend to look a little too small (personal opinion)

2. Tires are cheaper and more readily available. Makes sense if you plan on hitting the track (often). Seems like the more track-focused Evo Xs (Jun Auto, Test & Service) have 18s as well.

3. Ground clearance is fine. I was worried at first, but my car is dropped on Monoflexes and hasn't scraped once.

The day when I shit money, those will be on my evo!
i like this! 10k each? do you know where to buy?

http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/ssr/swap/ssr_typec_rs_anth_ci3_l.jpg

18"$399+
19"$459+
Front and Rear Fitments

Offset: 41mm

Backspacing: 6.73"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 245/40-18
Weight: 18.5lbs.

i dont know if your gonna like it.

looks good on evo 7.

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o65/gotuning/Web/SSR/SSR_Type-C_EVO_TCRS.jpg
I like these. I wish I could see them on a X.

Yes. For the following reasons:

1. Overall, 18s looks more "balanced" when compared with the size of the car. Once you drop the car, the wheels look just the right size. Pre-drop: 18s tend to look a little too small (personal opinion)

2. Tires are cheaper and more readily available. Makes sense if you plan on hitting the track (often). Seems like the more track-focused Evo Xs (Jun Auto, Test & Service) have 18s as well.

3. Ground clearance is fine. I was worried at first, but my car is dropped on Monoflexes and hasn't scraped once.

Good input, thanks.

http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/ssr/swap/ssr_typec_rs_anth_ci3_l.jpg

18"$399+
19"$459+
Front and Rear Fitments

Offset: 41mm

Backspacing: 6.73"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 245/40-18
Weight: 18.5lbs.

i dont know if your gonna like it.

looks good on evo 7.

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o65/gotuning/Web/SSR/SSR_Type-C_EVO_TCRS.jpg

Too "scooped out" in the center, not modern enough.

I did PM Jason at Advspeed about a price on those WedsSport though. I really like them. Im in the same boat as you Dino. I really like the Advans as well, but dont want to pay that much per wheel. Best quote Ive gotten on the Advans is 527

Anyone know anything about wedssport quality?

http://tijil.org/pink_bear.jpg

^^Those would look great on a Red Evo.

http://tijil.org/pink_bear.jpg



LOL

I think Rdan needs these.

thats worse than a 20" on an evo... or maby you should put a 20" one of those on an evo lmfao

http://tijil.org/pink_bear.jpg

I fear that the balance would be off for my high speed drifting with these.

MMm teddy grahams

I see only one option... 6lbs.

http://www.carbonfibergear.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/weds-sport-carbon-fiber-wheel.jpg

A bargain at 10k.


Dribble, dribble :rock:

Dribble, dribble :rock:

Who makes those ??

its too bad the Advan RZ and RS's are not forged..are they as strong as volks?

its too bad the Advan RZ and RS's are not forged..are they as strong as volks?

really? They are not forged? but they are pretty light though?

they are really lght and great looking

dont understand why they cost soo much

http://www.yokohamatire.jp/yrc/japan/wheel/brand/advan_rsb/image/wheel_2_2.jpg


+

My car

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http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3138/2397318637_0d0818f114_o.jpg




My junk is fully aroused.

boner.

^^I Just ordered these today for my GG. nana nana boo boo lol.

^^I Just ordered these today for my GG. nana nana boo boo lol.

way to brag :bowlol:

^^I Just ordered these today for my GG. nana nana boo boo lol.

My dad can beat up your dad.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3138/2397318637_0d0818f114_o.jpg


Wow, love the fitment!!

my evo is faster

^^I Just ordered these today for my GG. nana nana boo boo lol.

Where did you pick these up at? What size?

http://tijil.org/pink_bear.jpg

Are they edible?

Who makes those ??

They were featured at Toyko's Auto Saloon...

Wedsports:

http://autos.modifiedguide.com/content/eventCoverage/TokyoAutoSalon2008/set5/fullsize/MG_Tokyo_Auto_Salon_img_1664.jpg

Wow, love the fitment!!
I've seen a couple front and rear view pics of this badass Runduce Evo floating around. Anyone have any info of the size and offsets of those Advans on that car? I'm gussing they're 19's but curious about the width since the front offset is unlike what I've seen in the aggressive wheel threads on Advans.

Did you ever decide on what wheels to get, Dino? I just got these today, but will have to wait until spring for install. BTW... they're AME Tracer FS-01 (18"x9" +25). thanks for the help w/offset choice FLK :thumbup:

http://www.evoxforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=2594&d=1232057655

http://www.evoxforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=2595&d=1232057664

Pictures on PB X GSR w/Aero (not my car)...

http://www.evoxforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=2597&d=1232058083

http://www.evoxforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=2596&d=1232058071

wow ^ looks good :)

You have to wait until Spring? omg i'd go crazyyy

@kidney - those are nice, but I think I'm going with the Advans at the top of page 6.

^Those are a very good choice as well.

damn those AME tracers look HOT on that PB X and of course the RunDuce PB X ... I had wet dreams about ... um .. eh ... nevermind

If you want a lightweight wheel you are going to have to pay for them chances are you will not find any less than about 600 a wheel for good quality wheels but if you do let us no

looks good steph +1

kooldino.........your car is delish

These are somewhat tempting as well...even in gold:

http://www.evoxforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11501

I'm getting these...i think you'll like them.

http://forums.evolutionm.net/evo-x-show-shine/393189-advan-releases-new-rs-d-wheel-specs-l-details-inside.html

:confused2: So many choices?! :wallbash::idhitit::deadhorse:

I'm getting these...i think you'll like them.

http://forums.evolutionm.net/evo-x-show-shine/393189-advan-releases-new-rs-d-wheel-specs-l-details-inside.html

AH, deep dish.

not bad at all...

As per dino's request. Some quick and dirty black/gold combo's.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Hambino/blackongold.jpg

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Hambino/blackongold2.jpg

Sold.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Hambino/blackongold.jpg


that car is spotless clean. nice

I'll have mine soon, on Nitto Invos (http://www.nicoclub.com/articles/invoarticle.shtml)

them's some photoshoppin' skeelz right there!

Dino, you went with gold? I can't decide between black or gold.

I did go with gold, which is totally unlike me.

I made my OEM wheels dark gray, so I wanted these to be different...and I love the way they stand out from the rest of the car.

Obviously I don't need to tell you to post pics....wait, shiz

Rota G-Forces, Alot like the SSR

gotta love the grids. they are alot better lookin in person. n the concave gives it a aggressive look.

I'm getting these...i think you'll like them.

http://forums.evolutionm.net/evo-x-show-shine/393189-advan-releases-new-rs-d-wheel-specs-l-details-inside.html

These are pretty wicked but expensive as crap. Has anyone checked out the Axis widetracks?

Ya The RS-D's do look nice! the chrome look to the yellow STi looks clean
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b92/IS300eR/2009%20Tokyo%20Auto%20Salon/IMG_5130.jpg

But the CE28's are even better ;)

http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/volk/swap/volkr_ce28n_b_ci3_l.jpg

If you like the advan-rs, there is the cheaper rota g-force that is quite similar.
http://www.wheeldude.com/catalog/images/IMG_8617.jpghttp://www.wheeldude.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=5655

I bet they are heavy do?

But the CE28's are even better ;)

http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/volk/swap/volkr_ce28n_b_ci3_l.jpg

I dont like the star key shape the bolt patern create
just my opinion

Widetrack anyone?

http://www.wheelsnext.com/images/wheels/large/AXIS_WIDETRACK_SIL_2_W.jpg

doesnt really fit the flow of an EVO too well

advan is the best

Widetrack anyone?

http://www.wheelsnext.com/images/wheels/large/AXIS_WIDETRACK_SIL_2_W.jpg


Wow, that's quite the lip.

Wow, that's quite the lip.

It's an 4" lip for the 18x9.0 and the wider the wheel, the larger the lip.

Rota G-Forces. Just like RS's

yah but but the RS's have better offsets then the G-forces. I'd get the G-forces if they had something like a +25 or a +20.

Well, I just got the widetracks photoshopped on the car. I don't really like it, but I'll post it anyway.

Yah those look terrible, lol

I just received mine today, I love these wheels. 18X9.5 weighs just 17.6lbs.

http://www.gruppe-s.com/Weds/TC105N.htm

I just received mine today, I love these wheels. 18X9.5 weighs just 17.6lbs.

http://www.gruppe-s.com/Weds/TC105N.htm


Nice wheels! Whew, those are expensive. Hope you got the +10 offset.

Well, I just got the widetracks photoshopped on the car. I don't really like it, but I'll post it anyway.


not likin em on the X.... they'd look good on a wide bodied vehicle

Nice wheels! Whew, those are expensive. Hope you got the +10 offset.

Thanks. Nope I got +35. I dislike the concave look and it also hurts performance wise, staying near the +38 factory offset was a must for me. I also doubt that +10 would fit without spacers, I have heard that anything lower than +20 would have fitment issues.

not likin em on the X.... they'd look good on a wide bodied vehicle

I first saw them on an 05 sti and thought it would look good on the X. I was very mistaken.

Thanks. Nope I got +35. I dislike the concave look and it also hurts performance wise, staying near the +38 factory offset was a must for me. I also doubt that +10 would fit without spacers, I have heard that anything lower than +20 would have fitment issues.

Gotcha. Congrats!

Thanks. Nope I got +35. I dislike the concave look and it also hurts performance wise, staying near the +38 factory offset was a must for me. I also doubt that +10 would fit without spacers, I have heard that anything lower than +20 would have fitment issues.
pics? :thumbup: thanks!

pics? :thumbup: thanks!

When I get home tonight I am gonna throw some wheel wax on them. I will take pics of them.

I just received them UPS literally this morning and my car is at the body shop for a few days so the install will probably be early next week. At that time I will post pics of them on the car. :thumbup:

I think they'll look sick, can't wait. keep us posted.

Finally on the car. They sent me the wrong wheel caps (that won't fit), so please excuse the lack of them for the time being.

http://www.evoxforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=3897&stc=1&d=1241151029

Nice dino. Now get some better pics lol.

I'll leave that to SpicyMcHaggis during the Carlisle show next weekend. :)

aye, and a kings ransom of pics there shall be.

Like the look a lot, that color looks great on black.

Aww man I wanted to get those also, now I cant get the same wheels as the admin!!!! haha

looking good. love gold on black!

Looks great Dino!

lookin good dino.

Thanks, fellas!

I think I'm going to have to roll the rear fenders since it rubs if I hit a swoop in the road at speed.

ya looks good for sure... but ye get some better pics lol

Thanks, fellas!

I think I'm going to have to roll the rear fenders since it rubs if I hit a swoop in the road at speed.
What tires and suspension are you running

Nice man can't wait till i get mine :)

What tires and suspension are you running


Nitto Invos @ 265/35/18 and Eibach springs.