Powder coated Toybox wheels (pic) - Page 4 - LotusTalk

Brent Bauman · 01-05-2008, 12:48 PM

Smash What are the offsets you got on the 16x8 and 17x9.5s. Thanks.
Pics.

smashfactory · 01-05-2008, 12:57 PM

15 rear. 22 front.

perryeyges · 01-05-2008, 01:22 PM

I love the Exie w/o the wing

VERY NICE!!!

shay2nak · 01-05-2008, 05:55 PM

what tire sizes you got on there? +22 and +15!

smashfactory · 01-06-2008, 02:47 AM

245/205

Very close clearance to the rear coil-overs. I switched from external reservoir Ohlins to the Nitron Pros to free up some space, otherwise the rears would have rubbed the fitting for the line. (according to my fuzzy math)

It has been raining here in Socal, and I would never shoot pictures of a dirty car. I leave for Tokyo Thursday in hopes of new inspiration.

Pics when I return.

smashfactory · 01-06-2008, 02:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brent Bauman

Smash What are the offsets you got on the 16x8 and 17x9.5s. Thanks.
Pics.

Fronts are 16x8.5.

smashfactory · 01-06-2008, 02:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by perryeyges

I love the Exie w/o the wing

VERY NICE!!!

Perry you are a pioneer man.

TMH · 02-17-2008, 09:36 PM

I know this thread has been dead for a month, but the car looks amazing, inspiration for my AW!

smashfactory · 02-17-2008, 11:09 PM

Thanks, the saga will continue.

240sxer · 07-23-2008, 01:09 AM

soooo i come back to this thread here and there but still nothing! where are the new pix of the new wheels? hahaha.!!! come on!

smashfactory · 07-23-2008, 03:10 AM

You guys aren't ready for it!

240sxer · 07-23-2008, 10:34 PM

haha. lies! i am worthy.

DMasters · 08-21-2008, 08:47 AM

so another month goes by and still no pics of these 16x8.5 and 17x9.5 wheels

C'mon we're worthy. I've only seen one other car with wider wheels (MPR forum member) and he won't disclose his offsets

. All I know is they are Works S1's 17x8 and 18x9. Pic of his ride below. Who cares about the wheel weight bashers, break em out.

Brent Bauman · 08-21-2008, 08:19 PM

I think Smash's wheels are cut sectioned and welded.

shay2nak · 08-21-2008, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DMasters

so another month goes by and still no pics of these 16x8.5 and 17x9.5 wheels

C'mon we're worthy. I've only seen one other car with wider wheels (MPR forum member) and he won't disclose his offsets

. All I know is they are Works S1's 17x8 and 18x9. Pic of his ride below. Who cares about the wheel weight bashers, break em out.

for the offset, just use an offset calculator based on the stock wheel sizes. I can tell you the offset for a 9" wide rear wheel is around ~+43. Just do your homework and it's easy to find out. Not sure about 8" in the front...but again I can use an offset calc to find out. Prolly +30,31

Wheel Offset Calculator

CertifiedCC · 08-21-2008, 08:49 PM

Looks hot! Please give us more pics!

DMasters · 08-21-2008, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shay2nak

for the offset, just use an offset calculator based on the stock wheel sizes. I can tell you the offset for a 9" wide rear wheel is around ~+43. Just do your homework and it's easy to find out. Not sure about 8" in the front...but again I can use an offset calc to find out. Prolly +30,31

Wheel Offset Calculator

smash factory has ET15 listed above for a 9.5" rear

That's way off from ET43. I'm pretty sure ET43 would be rubbing all over the suspension but what do I know, I don't even own one yet

I believe his setup with that low offset would be more flush with the outside edge, he might be stretching the tires some though. I wish he would just post the pics, I'd love to see that aggressive set up

It might be poking outside some though...I really think a 9" ET20 in the back would be more flush with the edge now that I did the numbers in the calculator.

shay2nak · 08-21-2008, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DMasters

smash factory has ET15 listed above for a 9.5" rear

That's way off from ET43. I'm pretty sure ET43 would be rubbing all over the suspension but what do I know, I don't even own one yet

I believe his setup with that low offset would be more flush with the outside edge, he might be stretching the tires some though. I wish he would just post the pics, I'd love to see that aggressive set up

It might be poking outside some though...I really think a 9" ET20 in the back would be more flush with the edge now that I did the numbers in the calculator.

if the stock rear wheel is 7.5x17 +38...do the math...

RED motorsport in Germany uses 9" rears with +43 offset

FLuXeXigeS · 08-21-2008, 11:41 PM

if you run 17/18 combo, and dont give a $hit anout the weight...there are many width and offset possibilities that are offered by MANY custom wheel manufacturers...here are some examples

iForged Performance Wheels | The next generation in forging technology - Global Site

J Line Wheels

HRE Wheels

DMasters · 08-22-2008, 06:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shay2nak

if the stock rear wheel is 7.5x17 +38...do the math...

RED motorsport in Germany uses 9" rears with +43 offset

I've done the math. 9" rears with ET43 would set the wheel towards the suspension 24mm which is pretty much a whole inch...I think it would rub the inside! It pushes the wheels out only 14mm which is a little more than 1/2 an inch from stock. Just from looking at pics of stock wheels and how they are so recessed, I know you could easily push the wheel edge out an additional 38mm (1 1/2"). That would be an ET20 with a 9" wheel and it keeps the back clearance the same so you don't risk rubbing the suspension. Wow! I'm becoming kind of a mad scientist with all of this stuff, but it's addictive....ya know.

01-05-2008, 12:57 PM	#62 (permalink)
smashfactory Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 790	15 rear. 22 front. __________________ Lotustalk.com, "where ignorance meets bliss"

01-05-2008, 01:22 PM	#63 (permalink)
perryeyges XPRMTL Join Date: May 2004 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 2,668	I love the Exie w/o the wing VERY NICE!!! __________________ 05 Elise Spyder II, Chrome Orange, 1594lbs. Stasis Alcon "Ultralight@" brakes, Supercharged and Intercooled @305 Crank HP

01-05-2008, 05:55 PM	#64 (permalink)
shay2nak GGM ENFORCER Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Land of da 1000 Oaks, CA Posts: 11,984	what tire sizes you got on there? +22 and +15! __________________ save ~10 lbs gain 1 hp EQ: Y=(190X) / (1984-X) where Y is (HP) and X is (lbs) '07 EXIGE S (GG,TP,TP,TC,SS) MY MODS * VIDEO CLIPS OF DA GREEN FILTER/FUNNEL & 2B BLOWPIPE! '08 ACURA TSX 6-speed http://www.makeNYNYagain.com

01-06-2008, 02:47 AM	#65 (permalink)
smashfactory Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 790	245/205 Very close clearance to the rear coil-overs. I switched from external reservoir Ohlins to the Nitron Pros to free up some space, otherwise the rears would have rubbed the fitting for the line. (according to my fuzzy math) It has been raining here in Socal, and I would never shoot pictures of a dirty car. I leave for Tokyo Thursday in hopes of new inspiration. Pics when I return. __________________ Lotustalk.com, "where ignorance meets bliss"

07-23-2008, 03:10 AM	#71 (permalink)
smashfactory Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 790	You guys aren't ready for it! __________________ Lotustalk.com, "where ignorance meets bliss"

01-05-2008, 12:48 PM	#61 (permalink)
Brent Bauman right seat driver Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tustin Ranch, Ca Posts: 411	Smash What are the offsets you got on the 16x8 and 17x9.5s. Thanks. Pics.

02-17-2008, 09:36 PM	#68 (permalink)
TMH Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Santa Cruz, CA Posts: 49	I know this thread has been dead for a month, but the car looks amazing, inspiration for my AW!

02-17-2008, 11:09 PM	#69 (permalink)
smashfactory Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 790	Thanks, the saga will continue.

07-23-2008, 01:09 AM	#70 (permalink)
240sxer Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 28	soooo i come back to this thread here and there but still nothing! where are the new pix of the new wheels? hahaha.!!! come on!

07-23-2008, 10:34 PM	#72 (permalink)
240sxer Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 28	haha. lies! i am worthy.

08-21-2008, 08:47 AM	#73 (permalink)
DMasters Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 47	so another month goes by and still no pics of these 16x8.5 and 17x9.5 wheels C'mon we're worthy. I've only seen one other car with wider wheels (MPR forum member) and he won't disclose his offsets. All I know is they are Works S1's 17x8 and 18x9. Pic of his ride below. Who cares about the wheel weight bashers, break em out. Attached Images

08-21-2008, 08:19 PM	#74 (permalink)
Brent Bauman right seat driver Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tustin Ranch, Ca Posts: 411	I think Smash's wheels are cut sectioned and welded.

08-21-2008, 08:49 PM	#76 (permalink)
CertifiedCC Official Price Critic Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern VA [The BEST Part of VA.(Sadly)] Posts: 438 Images: 4	Looks hot! Please give us more pics! __________________ Official Price Critic of Lotus Ltd. _____________________________________________________________________ I'll help you find a good deal on your next purchase of an elise/exige. Just PM me

08-21-2008, 11:41 PM	#79 (permalink)
FLuXeXigeS yes its an EXOTIC Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SoCal/AZ/NV Posts: 2,951	if you run 17/18 combo, and dont give a $hit anout the weight...there are many width and offset possibilities that are offered by MANY custom wheel manufacturers...here are some examples iForged Performance Wheels \| The next generation in forging technology - Global Site J Line Wheels HRE Wheels __________________ -Coi- '07 AR Exige S + Gotham, Von Hep, SACHS, 6k HID, JVC nav, Alpine amp, JL stealth box, s111 rear towhook, Starshield, TG4 1/4 turn fasteners, SS brake lines, bling bling eng bay, painted calipers, TD 1.2 wheels and Toyo R888 + more to follow Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events add me: www.myspace.com/kandyredcoi

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode