Other 16" wheels that will fit Evo
May 31, 2011, 05:17 PM
#16
http://www.miracerros.com/mustang/ww.htm
Another option- Rota 16" wheels:
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/dr...ck-brakes.html
(requires spacers)
Got my new Hoosiers today. On an accurate scale they only weigh 16.3 lbs.
On their site they state 18lbs.http://www.hoosiertire.com/specdrag.htm
17431- 26x 9.50-16LT
For now, went with the 16x8 RX7 FD non-reinforced wheels that actually weigh 14.7 lbs (not 13.8). Only paid $200 for all 4 wheels. Along with the 2 lb 20mm spacer, that puts the front wheel / tire setup at 33 lbs each and 31 lbs each for the rear.
Last edited by rodent; May 31, 2011 at 05:25 PM.
Jun 1, 2011, 11:49 PM
#17
For a dedicated drag setup, I'm so tempted to order one 16x8 RPF1 wheel with a 32 offset and see if it will fit over the stock Brembo brakes.
I know the RX7 wheel fits with 20mm spacers on the front but it would be nice to find a wheel where no spacers are needed. I know CCW makes a set that DB ran but those are WAY pricey. Any other suggestions for a 16" wheel that will fit?
Few links I found on 16" wheels
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/ev...-rims-evo.html
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/dr...fd-wheels.html
And yeah, I know about the MT moto slicks and the new 17" slicks coming out but it may be awhile before we see those.
Speaking of motorcycle slicks, anyone still running those? Any issues?
I know the RX7 wheel fits with 20mm spacers on the front but it would be nice to find a wheel where no spacers are needed. I know CCW makes a set that DB ran but those are WAY pricey. Any other suggestions for a 16" wheel that will fit?
Few links I found on 16" wheels
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/ev...-rims-evo.html
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/dr...fd-wheels.html
And yeah, I know about the MT moto slicks and the new 17" slicks coming out but it may be awhile before we see those.
Speaking of motorcycle slicks, anyone still running those? Any issues?
Jun 2, 2011, 03:09 PM
#18
Rodent - Do you think Enkei model RPF1 in either 16x7 +30 or 16x7 +25 would be a wiser choice due to weight and offset? The idea of trying one of these wheels seems tempting. I would lean towards the 16x7 +25 to see if it would work with Hoosier QTPs but I'm not sure if the offset is too much which may cause clearance issues.
http://www.1010tires.com/wheeloffsetcalculator.asp
Stock wheels are +38 offset, 8" wide.
http://www.enkei.com/size_chart/RPF1.pdf
The biggest concern is if they would clear the front brakes without a spacer.
Jun 14, 2011, 08:02 PM
#19
Update-
Ordered some Enkei RPFI 16x7 +30 wheels. These will stick in 5mm more than factory wheels which is .2". I just pray they clear the calipers without spacers. If not, I may have to run 5mm spacers which isn't bad and will still look flush and not rub.
I tried to order the +25 wheels but they had to produce a set from Japan factory and ship them. I was told 45 days! Screw that.
Should have the new wheels end of this week.
Ordered some Enkei RPFI 16x7 +30 wheels. These will stick in 5mm more than factory wheels which is .2". I just pray they clear the calipers without spacers. If not, I may have to run 5mm spacers which isn't bad and will still look flush and not rub.
I tried to order the +25 wheels but they had to produce a set from Japan factory and ship them. I was told 45 days! Screw that.
Should have the new wheels end of this week.
Last edited by rodent; Jun 14, 2011 at 08:04 PM.
Jun 14, 2011, 08:07 PM
#20
Update-
Ordered some Enkei RPFI 16x7 +30 wheels. These will stick in 5mm more than factory wheels which is .2". I just pray they clear the calipers without spacers. If not, I may have to run 5mm spacers which isn't bad and will still look flush and not rub.
I tried to order the +25 wheels but they had to produce a set from Japan factory and ship them. I was told 45 days! Screw that.
Should have the new wheels end of this week.
Ordered some Enkei RPFI 16x7 +30 wheels. These will stick in 5mm more than factory wheels which is .2". I just pray they clear the calipers without spacers. If not, I may have to run 5mm spacers which isn't bad and will still look flush and not rub.
I tried to order the +25 wheels but they had to produce a set from Japan factory and ship them. I was told 45 days! Screw that.
Should have the new wheels end of this week.
Do you know the weight of the wheel?
Jun 14, 2011, 10:03 PM
#22
Wow. That's light. If they fit and we can get a +25 and no spacers needed application then I think a group buy should be feasible. The wait time would suck but for a rim that light and no spacers its worth it.
How much per wheel was it if you don't mind me asking.
How much per wheel was it if you don't mind me asking.
Jun 15, 2011, 07:40 AM
#25
The 16x7 Rota Slipstreams are the next best thing IMO but they do require a 22mm spacer. If you go with 4 spacers thats $160 on top the $550 price tag so the total is $710. When you add the spacers, the price is not too far from the RPF1 price plus you end up with more wheel weight from the spacers.
After trying out a set of RX7 FD wheels, I wasn't happy with the way they fit and how they looked.
After trying out a set of RX7 FD wheels, I wasn't happy with the way they fit and how they looked.
Last edited by rodent; Jul 13, 2011 at 10:08 AM.
Jun 15, 2011, 11:19 AM
#26
The 16x7 Rota Slipstreams are the next best thing IMO but they do require a 20mm spacer. If you go with 4 spacers thats $160 on top the $550 price tag so the total is $710. When you add the spacers, the price is not too far from the RPF1 price plus you end up with more wheel weight from the spacers.
After trying out a set of RX7 FD wheels, I wasn't happy with the way they fit and how they looked.
After trying out a set of RX7 FD wheels, I wasn't happy with the way they fit and how they looked.
I'd like to see them if you did.
Jun 15, 2011, 11:20 AM
#27
Well crap! The RPF1 wheel did not fit over the caliper. The barrel was too small and hit the top of the caliper. I measured the FD wheel and it has a 14.25" barrel while the RPF1 only had 14" since it slopes down in that area. Discount took the wheels back and just ordered the Rota Slipstreams.
With the 20mm spacer, the 16x7 +40 Rota's will stick out 5mm which isn't bad.
Wish they would have fit!
With the 20mm spacer, the 16x7 +40 Rota's will stick out 5mm which isn't bad.
Wish they would have fit!
Jun 15, 2011, 12:59 PM
#28
i like the rota gt3, the slip streams and the r-spec if i can find out if the gte or r-spec will fit over the stock caliper like the slip streams do with the same offset i will be picking a set of them up
Last edited by jdowd; Jun 15, 2011 at 01:02 PM.
Jun 16, 2011, 10:08 AM
#29
The R-spec and Subzero looks promising since it gives you more front caliper clearance. From what I can tell, the R-spec seems to neck down in the barrel design in the pictures.
The other wheels such as the GT3 are heavier. Keep in mind a 20mm spacer will add 2lbs to each wheel.
16x7 Rota Slipstreams = 13.5lb
16x7 Rota R-spec = 14.5
16x7 Rota Subzero = 14.5
16x7 Rota Grid = 15 lbs
16x7 Rota Circuit 8 = 15.5
16x7 Rota GT3's = 17 lbs
16x7 Rota MSR = 17.2
BTW- The 16x7 +30 RPF1 came in at 14.25 lbs on an accurate scale.
The other wheels such as the GT3 are heavier. Keep in mind a 20mm spacer will add 2lbs to each wheel.
16x7 Rota Slipstreams = 13.5lb
16x7 Rota R-spec = 14.5
16x7 Rota Subzero = 14.5
16x7 Rota Grid = 15 lbs
16x7 Rota Circuit 8 = 15.5
16x7 Rota GT3's = 17 lbs
16x7 Rota MSR = 17.2
BTW- The 16x7 +30 RPF1 came in at 14.25 lbs on an accurate scale.
Last edited by rodent; Jun 16, 2011 at 10:11 AM.
