PDA

View Full Version : Can't decide which wheels to get...



iloveboost
05-11-2007, 12:44 PM
I'm debating between these two sets of wheels. Switching to 18" wheels all around in order to run a drag radial/stickier tire.

I wish I could get the CCW Classics but they won't clear my calipers. The C14 wheel is just as light and stronger than the Classics.

18x12 CCW SP500 - Looks good but little tire options, 3lbs heavier per wheel, pain to keep clean. Currently have these on my car, just in a 19"
http://www.ccwheel.com/files/gallery/corvette/c5/sp500/8-800.jpg
http://www.ccwheel.com/files/gallery/corvette/c5/sp500/10-800.jpg
http://www.ccwheel.com/files/gallery/corvette/c5/sp500/9-800.jpg



18x12 CCW C14 - Light, strong 1 pc wheel, powdercoated black. Easy to keep clean, not as 'pretty' as the SP500.

http://www.ccwheel.com/files/gallery/corvette/c5/c14/3-800.jpg
http://www.ccwheel.com/files/gallery/corvette/c5/c14/1-800.jpg
http://www.ccwheel.com/files/gallery/corvette/c6z06/c14/1-800.jpg
http://www.ccwheel.com/files/gallery/corvette/c6z06/c14/6l.jpg
http://www.ccwheel.com/files/gallery/corvette/c6z06/c14/7l.jpg

Hunter02SS
05-11-2007, 01:15 PM
I would stick with the 500's. I pm'ed you about your rear wheel's. I want them if they are still available.

81911SC
05-11-2007, 01:17 PM
I like the black look. I not for polished so much, esp on Vettes.

iloveboost
05-11-2007, 01:47 PM
The polished wheels are nice. They get a ton of looks and show the calipers nicely.

I'm the type that would rather have 12lbs less of rotating mass than looking pretty.

SpeedMonkey
05-11-2007, 02:00 PM
whats the lug pattern on your Z?

iloveboost
05-11-2007, 02:07 PM
5x120

SpeedMonkey
05-11-2007, 02:11 PM
http://www.eastcoastdrift.com/custcars/images/car3-5.jpgi think if possible.... go for some 18" SF challenges... in gunmetal NOT BLACK like in the picture...

iloveboost
05-11-2007, 02:14 PM
Have to get them made in a custom offset in order to clear my C6Z06 calipers without them bulging out too much.

lightspeed
05-11-2007, 02:25 PM
i like the ones on that orange one in the top pic...

but for God's sake, dont paint your car that hideous color.... :upchuck:

SpeedMonkey
05-11-2007, 02:30 PM
Have to get them made in a custom offset in order to clear my C6Z06 calipers without them bulging out too much.

i've seen a few vettes withem on the 350zforums with i beleive 350z offsets, people sold their 350z's bought vettes and swapped the wheels over.. (most those cats had the Brembo brakes too) have you looked into them?

EDIT: IM WRONG.. i just realized they themselves said they bought the same wheels over again...

wrong lug pattern.. 5 X 114.3 =(

ct9a gsr
05-11-2007, 02:36 PM
get some GSR blades and spray paint them pink... that'd be hot.

Tracer
05-11-2007, 02:37 PM
I like the SP500. :)

iloveboost
05-11-2007, 02:38 PM
get some GSR blades and spray paint them pink... that'd be hot.
Can only get a 16" wheel to clear the C5Z brakes. I have C6Z brakes and I'd have to get smaller rotors in order to run a 17" wheel.

Mmmm.... 17x12" wheel.

Tracer
05-11-2007, 02:39 PM
Just wish you could get the Classics. I heard they look good on Vettes :goodjob:

iloveboost
05-11-2007, 02:42 PM
Just wish you could get the Classics. I heard they look good on Vettes :goodjob:
What do you know? You drive a Yaris on 14" wheels. :D

lightspeed
05-11-2007, 02:42 PM
Can only get a 16" wheel to clear the C5Z brakes. I have C6Z brakes and I'd have to get smaller rotors in order to run a 17" wheel.

Mmmm.... 17x12" wheel.
Man up and get the smaller brakes :D You cant have everything LOL Im going to break down (no pun intended) and do smaller rear rotors on my car too, but I was opposed to that for a long time. Sometimes you got to do what you got to do :crazy: You have big brakes up front...

Tracer
05-11-2007, 02:45 PM
What do you know? You drive a Yaris on 14" wheels. :D

:cry: :cry: Sorry for my input then. :cry:

iloveboost
05-11-2007, 02:51 PM
Man up and get the smaller brakes :D You cant have everything LOL Im going to break down (no pun intended) and do smaller rear rotors on my car too, but I was opposed to that for a long time. Sometimes you got to do what you got to do :crazy: You have big brakes up front...
17x12 would be sick, but an 18x12 would suffice.

I may switch it up to 17s once I get the stroker and twin turbo/spray it.

ct9a gsr
05-11-2007, 04:25 PM
Sounds like you vette folks spend more money on wheels and rubber than I do on turbo setups. -_-;

_Christian_
05-12-2007, 02:47 AM
why not keep the 19s?

GangstaCoupe
05-12-2007, 09:17 PM
I know this doesnt relate, but heres a C6 Z06 with the ccw drag pack on it. Sorry the pic is so shitty my camera phone sucks at night.

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e247/hilljae/c6z06.jpg

iloveboost
05-14-2007, 08:18 AM
why not keep the 19s?
There aren't any sticky tires available in 19s.


I know this doesnt relate, but heres a C6 Z06 with the ccw drag pack on it. Sorry the pic is so shitty my camera phone sucks at night.

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e247/hilljae/c6z06.jpg
I called and spoke with Chip at CCW and he advised the 18x12 Classics wouldn't clear the C6Z06 brakes on a C5Z06. But on top of that, he said the Classics are the weakest wheel and any big potholes/speedbumps would likely bend/damage the rim.

Tracer
05-15-2007, 08:18 AM
Classics look the best. They look great on my car.

AnclyT
05-15-2007, 11:24 AM
the ones you have look badd

dingo7
05-15-2007, 07:30 PM
man the c14 in black looks sick man and cant beat light weight 1 piece :goodjob:

cactusEG
05-16-2007, 01:21 PM
i like the ones u have on there already

NevrNufTorq
05-16-2007, 10:22 PM
stick with what you have now, looks bad to the bone and get new 18x12's for the rear and dump the 19's!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 1st of july the new m/t dr's in 345/30/18 are out. already got 4 on order, 2 for the vette and 2 for the supra!!! just thought you might wanna keep that in mind before you buy bfg's :goodjob:

iloveboost
05-17-2007, 08:41 AM
I think I'll go ahead and drop the $1,900 for new rears and tires.

Anyone want to buy two 19x11" CCWs? :D

iloveboost
05-17-2007, 01:20 PM
Called John at CCW and seems he cannot make 18x12s in the SP500 to clear my calipers.

I'm ordering black CCW C14s in 18x12s.

Big Baller
05-17-2007, 02:57 PM
c14s are way hot in person, get the c14s

iloveboost
05-20-2007, 08:06 AM
Ordered the C14s earlier this week.

18x10f and 18x12 rear w/ 335 drag radials.

Black R
05-20-2007, 08:38 AM
stick with the 5-spokes you have. those other ones look too "busy".

maybe just have your wheels painted/ powdercoated black?

what about a custom set of work wheels? the meister s1's can be had in custom sizes.....