light weight wheel
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light weight wheel
I'm looking for the best OEM wheel for my DE,track 1991-964. Performance and weight is more important than looks. I do not understand much about wheels so please keep it simple. If possible, part #s will be best. Thanks
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First you have to determine what size you want. Your options are 16", 17", 18" and possible 19".
the 16" will be the lightest along with the lightest tires.
I realize that there are some ultra lightweight larger wheels, but they are expensive.
You will add unsprung weight as you go bigger and will suffer a performance loss that may be offset by better grip.
I just went back to a 16" wheel tire combo from a 17" wheel combo. I can definitely feel the performance difference, besides getting a smoother ride.
I have a set of 16" Cup 1 for sale, if you're interested.
good luck with your search. there is a lot of great info out there.
the 16" will be the lightest along with the lightest tires.
I realize that there are some ultra lightweight larger wheels, but they are expensive.
You will add unsprung weight as you go bigger and will suffer a performance loss that may be offset by better grip.
I just went back to a 16" wheel tire combo from a 17" wheel combo. I can definitely feel the performance difference, besides getting a smoother ride.
I have a set of 16" Cup 1 for sale, if you're interested.
good luck with your search. there is a lot of great info out there.
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It will be for track use and not get much wash. So looks is not important. Need the best bang for the buck with weight factor considered.
On the 996 17", is there only 1 kind Porsche made? Thanks.
On the 996 17", is there only 1 kind Porsche made? Thanks.
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for stock wheels - check out
http://www.wheelenhancement.com/index.php?t=Wheels
also the 16" Cup 1 wheel is actually called the C2 5 Spoke not cup (porsche speak as well as on the site) it is lighter but the generally heavier tire makes that a moot point.
the Flat Dish 16" is the only Forged 964 wheel (outside of the 964 C4 Lw Mg wheel i believe) that was offered for the 964. it's a nice wheel actually.
Boxster and cayman wheels can fit as well (986 is direct, 987 call them..) so that opens up your choices. figure out what you want and if you can deal with used look on ebay/ etc for a used set (perfect for the track)
my 2 cents....
for stock wheels - check out
http://www.wheelenhancement.com/index.php?t=Wheels
also the 16" Cup 1 wheel is actually called the C2 5 Spoke not cup (porsche speak as well as on the site) it is lighter but the generally heavier tire makes that a moot point.
the Flat Dish 16" is the only Forged 964 wheel (outside of the 964 C4 Lw Mg wheel i believe) that was offered for the 964. it's a nice wheel actually.
Boxster and cayman wheels can fit as well (986 is direct, 987 call them..) so that opens up your choices. figure out what you want and if you can deal with used look on ebay/ etc for a used set (perfect for the track)
my 2 cents....