ATL Fahrer

OK, so I finished off the Corsa's this weekend. After spending some time with several great Rennlisters at Roebling, I've determined that I want to go with 18" wheels. There just seems to be a better selection of tire choices (I'm cheap).

Anyone know of a reasonably priced 18" center lock wheel set? I've seen BBS has a set, but, I'm trying to keep the price under two grand.

Also, what tire sizes are 18'ers running?

Thanks!

P.J.S.

tech 1 is a one piece that comes in 18 I believe

ATL Fahrer

Do you have link, per chance? Google gives me nada.

mdrums

Check out Forgeline too.

Most GT3's I've seen lately are running 255/35/18 and 315/30/18. This is a smaller diameter than the stoc 19's but they say it gears the car down some for better accelleration.

If you want to stay with the same exact diameter tires as 19's but in 18" you will need to run 245/40/18 and 305/35/18. The only DOT R- Compound tires that come in these sizes are Toyo R888's.

Be aware that the rear diameter on 997 cars is larger than the front diameter. As long as you keep it this way and with in 4% ABS and PSM will be fine.

P.J.S.

they do not list 18s but iirc they can do it
http://www.forgedalloysusa.com/PORSCHE/porsche.html

also if you want a 3 piece you can call Ryan at Jongbloed in nor cal - he can make them
http://www.jongbloedracing.com/

forgeline
hre
GMG
I think they can do them as well

TRAKCAR

BBS 3 piece are about $1200 - $1500 a piece. If anything else comes close price wise, I'd by BBS.
They were not available back when, but now I'd go with the OZ on tire rack, seems like the best value at about $2600 for 4! and a good wheel.

P.J.S.

I missed the under $2k desire...
I don't think an 18 CL gt3 wheel exists for under $2k per set

ddgt3dd had a set of hre CL gt3 figment wheels for sale BUT I think they were 19s

jenk12m

Atl, how was the event with the 3.

TRAKCAR

Scary ;-)

Izzone

The only thing scary was me closing the instructor run group after dusting the track with dirt after many circles.......now all the dirt I cleaned out after my last spin needs to be cleaned again

It takes skills to spin through the Apex cone, and knock it to the other side of the track

Is there a market for used flatspotted RA1's?

Atl is doing great, for the first time at the track for a DE with a GT3

There is a guy out here in a Carerra GT running Michelin Blue's

ATL Fahrer

Scary was Friday Today was fun. Now, I've got to make the tires last thru tomorrow's session and then the long drive home. Love the THREE - BIG change from the 4S!

Thanks to Izz for all the help this weekend. How you hit the apex cone in 9 and not the wall still challenges my understanding of reality

24Chromium

Here is a chart I put together for wheels. The prices are not necessarily accurate, as I compiled this last year. Your mileage may vary!

johnr265

CCW is apparently again getting to close to having a wheel (closer for the RS than GT3) and these will be a tad more than the OZ wheels but forged and lighter.

CRex

24Cr: Being a data geek myself lemme help you fill out a few datapoints in your table:

Weight corresponds to 19" RS fitments in centerlock format:

OEM.Mk2 - 23.3lbs (front) / 29.7 (rear)
OEM.Mk1 - 24.3 lbs / 30.8 [Reference only - 5 bolts]
Champion RS20 - 20.0 / 23.0
Champion RG72 - ~19.5 / 22.5
GMG WCGT - 18.2 / 19.9
OZ Superforgiata - 19.0 / TBD

The above is what I gathered in the process of choosing track rims. Ultimately Alex at Sharkey was very helpful and got me set up with a set of Champion RS20s which I'm loving. The data may be off a bit here and there and if anyone has better numbers pls chime in

Polarporsche

I picked up 2 sets of the Forgeline CL in 18" nice wheels but about $4k landed. I don't think there is much out there for Centre Lock wheels that are new and under $2k.

Here a pic with the Forgeline wheels on the car

Tire Sizes: Hoosier R6
Front : P245/35/ZR18
Rear: P315/30/ZR18