New Wheels on V8 Vantage
#31
03-02-2012, 08:35 AM
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Got the wheels delivered today. F**K they're gorgeous! In absolutely mint condition and the tires are pretty much new as well. Thanks again CJP for the heads' up, that was a total score! We can't award pilchards here but I owe u a pint or three for sure if you're ever up in TO!
Tried to find the offset code for the rears in answer to 007V's question but couldn't find it. Can someone give me a clue where to look?
Tried to find the offset code for the rears in answer to 007V's question but couldn't find it. Can someone give me a clue where to look?
I assume so but that was a picture from the listing which was zoomed in so couldn't tell the location of the text. I was looking at them w fairly poor lighting in the garage tonight. Will have another look tomorrow or on the weekend as they're packed away now but thought I'd ask here in case anyone knew precisely where to look for it.
#32
03-05-2012, 03:46 PM
Hmm, could not find the offset. I went over both rears with a flash light and did not find the ET#. On the interior surface of one rim I found a bunch of numbers engraved (max load, S/N, 'Made in England') but did not see the offset anywhere. I feel a little clueless on this one, my apologies, if someone can enlighten me further I'll go back and have another look.
Btw, I note the lead balancing weights on the wheels have some on the inside rim (not visible) and some on teh outside (visible). Is there is a downside to relocating all weights to the inside?
Oh and can anyone tell me why spacers for AM wheels are so pricey? Seems like fairly simple machining and minimal materials, is there a reason that they cost hundreds of $$$?
Btw, I note the lead balancing weights on the wheels have some on the inside rim (not visible) and some on teh outside (visible). Is there is a downside to relocating all weights to the inside?
Oh and can anyone tell me why spacers for AM wheels are so pricey? Seems like fairly simple machining and minimal materials, is there a reason that they cost hundreds of $$$?
#33
03-05-2012, 03:56 PM
Wherever the 'ET' is on the front wheels, it should be in the same location on the back wheels since the only diff is the wheel width. they are manufactured and stamped using the same process.
You can't relocate the weights w/o having them rebalanced. It's 'better' to have them on the inside and outside (takes less weight), but almost every high end car and/or wheels, people have them all placed on the inside.
I don't know how much you are paying, but you can get custom machined spacers for not a huge amount from several custom shops. I had a set made to order for my Jag for $175, and those included the lug bolts, not just a simple spacer.
You can't relocate the weights w/o having them rebalanced. It's 'better' to have them on the inside and outside (takes less weight), but almost every high end car and/or wheels, people have them all placed on the inside.
I don't know how much you are paying, but you can get custom machined spacers for not a huge amount from several custom shops. I had a set made to order for my Jag for $175, and those included the lug bolts, not just a simple spacer.
#34
03-05-2012, 04:28 PM
Wherever the 'ET' is on the front wheels, it should be in the same location on the back wheels since the only diff is the wheel width. they are manufactured and stamped using the same process.
You can't relocate the weights w/o having them rebalanced. It's 'better' to have them on the inside and outside (takes less weight), but almost every high end car and/or wheels, people have them all placed on the inside.
I don't know how much you are paying, but you can get custom machined spacers for not a huge amount from several custom shops. I had a set made to order for my Jag for $175, and those included the lug bolts, not just a simple spacer.
You can't relocate the weights w/o having them rebalanced. It's 'better' to have them on the inside and outside (takes less weight), but almost every high end car and/or wheels, people have them all placed on the inside.
I don't know how much you are paying, but you can get custom machined spacers for not a huge amount from several custom shops. I had a set made to order for my Jag for $175, and those included the lug bolts, not just a simple spacer.
Thanks, didn't see them on the fronts either actually but will look again.
That cost for spacers sounds about right to me. In contrast, the cost for a pair of spacers (front or back) is around 7-800 from vendors who have them 'ready to go' from what I've seen.
#35
03-30-2013, 06:01 PM
One-77 Wheels for V8V?
Guys,
I am trying to locate a source of the wheel shown below for my V8V. Does anybody know who the OEM manufacturer is or what other wheel companies make this wheel?
I am trying to locate a source of the wheel shown below for my V8V. Does anybody know who the OEM manufacturer is or what other wheel companies make this wheel?
#36
03-31-2013, 01:14 PM
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https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...ge-wheels.html
Guys just to let everyone know im parting out my car and selling it off. So these are up for grabs.
Guys just to let everyone know im parting out my car and selling it off. So these are up for grabs.
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