Racing wheels - LotusTalk

Quiznos · 03-01-2006, 09:20 PM

We just purchased a 2006 Lotus Cup Exige from Europe and need lightweight wheels to race with. The stock rims are 16x6.5 (31 offset) front and 17x7.5 (18 offset).

Our local Central America racing rules require the use of Hankook F200 racing slick tires in any of the following sizes: 205/50/15, 210/610R16, or 215/615R17.

What are the best light weight racing wheels to accommodate these tires on an Exige? Please send me all the details (weight, offset, pricing etc).

Thanks.

fastOrange · 03-01-2006, 09:38 PM

I would recommend VOLK RACING wheels CE28N, they are simply the lightest forged wheels you can get.

15x7 +28 4H100, around 11lbs Front
16x8 +35 4H100, around 13lbs Rear

Around US$1800/set, usually take 2-3 months to special order from RAYS of Japan.

shinoo · 03-01-2006, 09:47 PM

You can find a very extensive line of wheels on our website. Click Here

The RACs are the lightest 16"/17" combo - and super sexy. Denag Racing is endurance racing an Exige in Japan and specially commissioned the BBS wheels we carry. Please also check out our new SJ Racing Cross wheels.

We have all of them in stock.

fastOrange · 03-01-2006, 09:53 PM

In terms of 4 Lug Racing wheels, can't think of anything better than VOLK RACING, their CE28N or TE37 are the best.

R T · 03-01-2006, 10:12 PM

Note: Your stock rears are 38mm offset not 18mm

KuroiSport · 03-01-2006, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fastOrange

I would recommend VOLK RACING wheels CE28N, they are simply the lightest forged wheels you can get.

15x7 +28 4H100, around 11lbs Front
16x8 +35 4H100, around 13lbs Rear

Around US$1800/set, usually take 2-3 months to special order from RAYS of Japan.

I have the CE28s in those sizes and the fronts weighed in at 9.3lbs, rears were 12.5.

fastOrange · 03-01-2006, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by KuroiSport

I have the CE28s in those sizes and the fronts weighed in at 9.3lbs, rears were 12.5.

9.3lbs in the front !!!

Quiznos · 03-21-2006, 07:46 PM

Help,

I can not find anyone with the VOLK C28 wheels in stock. Does anyone know where to get these?

mlk_f1 · 03-21-2006, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quiznos

Help,

I can not find anyone with the VOLK C28 wheels in stock. Does anyone know where to get these?

Shops in the States rarely stock these wheels, especially in our sizes. The usual wait is about 3 months.
If you don't want to wait that long, goto www.takakaira.com and then use inquiry form for the parts. They will respond within 24hrs with price and availablity. Once you confirm teh order with them. You will get the parts deliver to your door in about 5 days

. Yes 5 days. However, the shipping might be about $500 or so.
Good luck.

fastOrange · 03-21-2006, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlk_f1

Shops in the States rarely stock these wheels, especially in our sizes. The usual wait is about 3 months.
If you don't want to wait that long, goto www.takakaira.com and then use inquiry form for the parts. They will respond within 24hrs with price and availablity. Once you confirm teh order with them. You will get the parts deliver to your door in about 5 days

. Yes 5 days. However, the shipping might be about $500 or so.
Good luck.

If RAYS does not have these wheels instock, no one can get those to you within 5 days, RAYS japan usually does not keep these wheels in stock, the wheel sizes Elise use is very uncommon and no manufacturer would stock them unless they are emphasis on the Elise market which I don't think any one does currently.

mlk_f1 · 03-21-2006, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fastOrange

If RAYS does not have these wheels instock, no one can get those to you within 5 days, RAYS japan usually does not keep these wheels in stock, the wheel sizes Elise use is very uncommon and no manufacturer would stock them unless they are emphasis on the Elise market which I don't think any one does currently.

You might be right. But its worth a try. 2 years ago, I order my CE28s from Takakaira for my MR-S. The MR-S also has odd sizes like the Elise. But Volk Japan had them instock. They were 16x7 and 16x8 +ET42. Got them from Japan in 5 days! Just give them a shot. You might get lucky.

I miss those wheels BTW

fastOrange · 03-21-2006, 09:42 PM

MR-S is a Japanese car and it is more popular in Japan than in here, and 16x7 +42 4H100 is basically Civic/Integra fitment, so, I am not surprise RAYS keep them in stock.

But for Elise.......... i highly doubt they have anything in stock.

KuroiSport · 03-22-2006, 02:19 PM

I had to wait about a month and a half for mine and I'm in Japan.

fastOrange · 03-22-2006, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by KuroiSport

I had to wait about a month and a half for mine and I'm in Japan.

These sizes are very rare and no one would stock it at all. So, 2-3 months of wait if common.

kestrel74 · 03-22-2006, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quiznos

Help,

I can not find anyone with the VOLK C28 wheels in stock. Does anyone know where to get these?

bet that KG exige even tastes good !!!!!

evomind · 03-22-2006, 03:45 PM

are these volks streetable?
is there a website where i can check these out?
thanks folks

fastOrange · 03-22-2006, 03:57 PM

Mackin Industries is the Exclusive Importer of these wheels, check their site out.
http://www.mackinindustries.com/md/rays/ce28n.html

I think the picture on MLK_F1 MR-S is the best representation of the wheel, Elise uses 4H100, so, the CE28N will be in 8 spokes instead of 10 spokes on the 5-lug wheels.

spider · 03-22-2006, 04:01 PM

They quoted me 60 - 90 days of waiting, I was actually very happy when I got them after 3 and a half months...

spider · 03-22-2006, 04:06 PM

I have them on my car, 15" front and 16" rear:

http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/show...ghlight=ce28ns

I now have 245/45's on the rears and no rubbing.

fastOrange · 03-22-2006, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spider

I have them on my car, 15" front and 16" rear:

http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/show...ghlight=ce28ns

I now have 245/45's on the rears and no rubbing.

Can u run 225 in the front? Have you try yet? Want to see if it clears everything.

03-01-2006, 09:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
Quiznos Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 42	Racing wheels We just purchased a 2006 Lotus Cup Exige from Europe and need lightweight wheels to race with. The stock rims are 16x6.5 (31 offset) front and 17x7.5 (18 offset). Our local Central America racing rules require the use of Hankook F200 racing slick tires in any of the following sizes: 205/50/15, 210/610R16, or 215/615R17. What are the best light weight racing wheels to accommodate these tires on an Exige? Please send me all the details (weight, offset, pricing etc). Thanks.

03-01-2006, 09:38 PM	#2 (permalink)
fastOrange 30 more hp please! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 171	I would recommend VOLK RACING wheels CE28N, they are simply the lightest forged wheels you can get. 15x7 +28 4H100, around 11lbs Front 16x8 +35 4H100, around 13lbs Rear Around US$1800/set, usually take 2-3 months to special order from RAYS of Japan. __________________ 05 Chrome Orange Elise

03-01-2006, 09:47 PM	#3 (permalink)
shinoo Project Nirvana Elise Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Temecula, CA Posts: 2,617	You can find a very extensive line of wheels on our website. Click Here The RACs are the lightest 16"/17" combo - and super sexy. Denag Racing is endurance racing an Exige in Japan and specially commissioned the BBS wheels we carry. Please also check out our new SJ Racing Cross wheels. We have all of them in stock. __________________ shinoo sector 111 - tasty bits for your elise & exige

03-01-2006, 09:53 PM	#4 (permalink)
fastOrange 30 more hp please! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 171	In terms of 4 Lug Racing wheels, can't think of anything better than VOLK RACING, their CE28N or TE37 are the best. __________________ 05 Chrome Orange Elise

03-21-2006, 07:46 PM	#8 (permalink)
Quiznos Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 42	Help, I can not find anyone with the VOLK C28 wheels in stock. Does anyone know where to get these? Attached Images

03-01-2006, 10:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
R T Registered Loser Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 597	Note: Your stock rears are 38mm offset not 18mm

03-21-2006, 09:42 PM	#12 (permalink)
fastOrange 30 more hp please! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 171	MR-S is a Japanese car and it is more popular in Japan than in here, and 16x7 +42 4H100 is basically Civic/Integra fitment, so, I am not surprise RAYS keep them in stock. But for Elise.......... i highly doubt they have anything in stock. __________________ 05 Chrome Orange Elise

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03-22-2006, 03:57 PM	#17 (permalink)
fastOrange 30 more hp please! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 171	Mackin Industries is the Exclusive Importer of these wheels, check their site out. http://www.mackinindustries.com/md/rays/ce28n.html I think the picture on MLK_F1 MR-S is the best representation of the wheel, Elise uses 4H100, so, the CE28N will be in 8 spokes instead of 10 spokes on the 5-lug wheels. __________________ 05 Chrome Orange Elise

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spider Team Fiscal Irresponsible Join Date: May 2004 Location: Redondo Beach, Cali49A Posts: 803	They quoted me 60 - 90 days of waiting, I was actually very happy when I got them after 3 and a half months... __________________ '05 Arctic Silver/Ruby Red - Touring/SS/HT

03-22-2006, 04:06 PM	#19 (permalink)
spider Team Fiscal Irresponsible Join Date: May 2004 Location: Redondo Beach, Cali49A Posts: 803	I have them on my car, 15" front and 16" rear: http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/show...ghlight=ce28ns I now have 245/45's on the rears and no rubbing. __________________ '05 Arctic Silver/Ruby Red - Touring/SS/HT

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