333pg333

What about 18x11 w et of 60-65 on an '89? Do you need to reverse top shock tower bolt?

MPD47

EdC please explain how you reverse the top shock tower bolt. The fuel tank is in the way and it sits mostly flush against the wheel was as is....

RolexNJ

I am working with both Fikse and CCW. More than likeky, Im going with the Fikse Profil 5 rims. But I am using both of them for technical expertise, for I believe both are top notch companies and offer excellent products. To me, this is my little winter project that I'm not in a rush for. Chris has to work on the engine, then the rest of the car. So I can take my time with this. But as I get more "solid" information, I'll let you know. As I said, my goal is to shoot for 305 street tires. God I would love that, but, we shall see. And the costs? It all depends Patrick on the rims, size, off-sets, finish. They make so many flavors it isn't funny. If you want too, just shoot them an email and ask. Pick the rim, dimensions, and finish. They'll give you a quote ASAP, they are a great company (Fikse). And so far, I'm just talking about street tires, I didn't even get into what sizes for slick, ha! And yes, I think people like Paul and others are going to need some big size tires too. As I said before, this year we are going to see the 951s hit another level, and one area among others that need to be addressed, is the rim-tire selections for optimal traction.

Guns951

Not to get off subject but I'd love to see a steel bodied 951 with flared fenders like the car Chris picked up where they did metal work to fit 335's in the back. It looks stock and very, very sexy.

Rob, have you seen the dynamag wheels? I believe the fiske's with all the work you're doing might put you right smack in the middle of that price range. I hear they weigh only 14 lbs and are perfect for the street.

Sorry if this is off track but I thought it might bring something to the table.

Guns951

Also just some info if anyone is considering Kenisis, found this in the racing forum -

https://rennlist.com/forums/racing-and-drivers-education-forum/322326-kinesis.html

they say they're still available from Wheel Enhancement but I would be weary...thank god my K57s are pre merger

RolexNJ

Dont worry about OT pal. And no, never seen them. But I've looked into 4 companies that I like, and so far, it's the Fikse all the way. Give me a link to the Dynamag company, and I'll at least look. I dont care about weight per se, remember, this is a street car. Sure less weight would be nice, but, looks (that I love) and superb craftmanship, and race proven technology are number 1. So?

MPD47

Dynamag has been run on a few Cup cars and are carbon fiber/magnesium wheels IIRC. Why they claim the strength is there, from seeing carbon wheels on race bikes i'd be very very weary.

RolexNJ

Thanks Mike, but link to their site? Ill tell you just based on looks alone if I like.

Guns951

RennWorx
Link to 997 w/dymag wheels
Carbon fiber rims with light weight centers around 12-14 lbs per wheel. The mfg says they'll flex rather than break on the street, he compared hitting a curb at 30 mph with an aluminum wheels vs 70 mph with the cf wheel. The racers swear by them and there are quite a few 996/997 street cars with them. They make any custom offset as well.

Guns951

Pay attention to post #7 for the 997 link in reference to strength

EdC

I'm just the messenger with the URL, I know nothing about reversing bolts. Ask wheeldynamics.

RolexNJ

Yup, I saw these already, thanks pal. But to me, they are butt-*** ugly. But thank you pal for doing that. With respect to the look of a rim, I happen to like a more classic look. So attached are two photos, the first is of my old 3.0L 8V that had the RH 3.6 C2 Turbo rims. I called RH, and they really don't make custom rims, and they are heavier too. Next is a pic of a beautiful 968 that has the rims made from Fikse called the FM5s. The newer version of this rim is the Fikse Proil 5s - they look almost identical. I think you've seen this before? This is what I would love to see with a 305 rear street tire mounted onto! One can only wish...

Guns951

Not a problem, I want the very best for that BEAST and you HAVE to run a 305 man...anything smaller and you won't be able to use any gear without smokin' them! You're a classic guy so classic rims make sense They do look sharp!

From what I've heard with my combo (power/weight) even the 335s will struggle for traction...I can't imagine how 305s will cope with the monster Chris is cooking up for you.

RolexNJ

Your car will get traction with those monsters on it, damn! And me? I may have issues, but I dont know. My car may be slow as peanuts? Anyway remember, it still gets down to the driver's style of driving, how smooth he is, how he modulates the throttle, transition from brake to gas, and so on. So we shall see in due time.

Guns951

And I can't wait.....what brand/type of tires are you looking at?