[PolynesianPowerhouse]

Been looking too get a new set of wheels for autox.

So far been looking at 19 inch wheels but I'm unsure of what brand to buy that would be strong enough to last during a few seasons of AutoX. And by that I mean not fail or be prone to cracking due to taking sharp hard corners as I've seen happen with some low quality cast wheels.

Was hoping someone had some suggestions on a brand to buy or better yet a style / composition that I should look for such as forged or rotary forged like TSW offers.

Also looking for something that doesn't break the bank (in wheel terms) because I figure I'm going to be spending most of that in the form of tires. Anyone have any idea what's an avg per wheel to spend on a decent strong set?

Currently the car has the stock 18 inch wheels and goodyear tires. and I'm not sure if I can fit the 4 piston or even 6 piston brakes on it eventually ( If anyone knows that would be helpful) but I didn't want to go to the full 20 inch wheels given that they're only going to be a 8.5inch width to start for the v6, and also the unsprung mass.

Now I plan to go with the Bridgestone RE71r's but my main question in choosing a wheel in the 19 inch range, should I do it as a plus one size for the 18 (245/50/18) because I see a lot of people going wide as far as 265-285 for some 19's. I don't have a tuner as of yet so I can't change wheel and tire size in the pcm so far.

Any suggestions welcome. I'll be running in CAM more than likely. F-Street is a bit to competitive locally and I know any mods I plan will eventually kick me out of F-Street, n E waz

[mbar]

4 Pistons breaks fit with 18 inch wheels. 6 Pistons needs 19 inch.

[PolynesianPowerhouse]

Originally Posted by mbar

4 Pistons breaks fit with 18 inch wheels. 6 Pistons needs 19 inch.

Appreciate it.

Any suggestions on brands?

[AdvanSuper]

Originally Posted by PolynesianPowerhouse

Appreciate it.

Any suggestions on brands?

Depends on price range.

[Ian SS]

Are you going to run on the street as well with these tires? or are they a pure track set.

If running on the street and tracking occasionally, can't go wrong with Michelin Pilot Super Sports. Hankook RS3's are also a good choice.

If dedicated track set, look into Toyo r888 or Nittos.

Expect to pay at least 350 a tire, and that's just for RS3's or the Michelins. Nittos and r888 are more.

[bpang1234]

The problem is that the platform is new enough that the "good combinations" haven't been fully worked out yet.

As a rule of thumb, I usually buy Enkei and TSW wheels...mostly Enkei though. Enkei also makes wheels for Tire Rack under the brand "TR Racing" so you can get those for even cheaper with the same build quality. TSW's rotary forged line of wheels have been hitting the sweet spot in terms of price/strength/weight...I am probably getting a set of them in a year or two.

Now there are plenty of other wheels brands these days. I also don't want to act like an expert so you should probably ask more people. Luke @ Tire Rack is a guy who races there, he is reach-able by calling their main number.

[PolynesianPowerhouse]

To start, def appreciate the replies

just trying to approach autoX this time around with a wider view than stock wheels

Originally Posted by AdvanSuper

Depends on price range.

price range, maybe 12-1500, I'm open to used as long as its not abused.
Don't need anything that's on a JDP vs Ken Thwaits level, but something that could last about 6 per year, and use the stock wheels and tires for winter.

Originally Posted by slo_1ss

Are you going to run on the street as well with these tires? or are they a pure track set.

If running on the street and tracking occasionally, can't go wrong with Michelin Pilot Super Sports. Hankook RS3's are also a good choice.

If dedicated track set, look into Toyo r888 or Nittos.

Expect to pay at least 350 a tire, and that's just for RS3's or the Michelins. Nittos and r888 are more.

Noted! now what about sizing? I have 18's currently. should I just aim for a plus 1 sizing with tire size roughly the same diameter as stock?

Originally Posted by bpang1234

The problem is that the platform is new enough that the "good combinations" haven't been fully worked out yet.

As a rule of thumb, I usually buy Enkei and TSW wheels...mostly Enkei though. Enkei also makes wheels for Tire Rack under the brand "TR Racing" so you can get those for even cheaper with the same build quality. TSW's rotary forged line of wheels have been hitting the sweet spot in terms of price/strength/weight...I am probably getting a set of them in a year or two.

Now there are plenty of other wheels brands these days. I also don't want to act like an expert so you should probably ask more people. Luke @ Tire Rack is a guy who races there, he is reach-able by calling their main number.

Honestly, I'll check with Luke, but in addition, expert, or not...appreciate those suggestions. I got the new tire rack magazine, and checked discount tire direct for wheels, and most guys are forgeline or mmr with distributors on the forum.

I haven't checked out enkei since I first started autoX literally, 16 years ago when I ran the RPO-2's. so I'll see what they have as well. highly appreciate it. I think I can find something between enkei/TR and TSW

[kropscamaro16]

hre flowform wheels with hankook rs3 would be a good track/auto x setup

[Ian SS]

+1 on tire size should be fine

[bpang1234]

I am getting part-sponsored in the N4Sm / Vorsteiner deal posed in "Wheels/Tires" forum. They will be 20x10(f) and 20x11(r).

I am thinking about just moving my stock tires over to the new wheels to run them out before I get a set of Michelin PSS. Will this be "safe"?

[BradfordCamaro]

245 is not recommended for a 10" wide and the 275 on a 11" would be stretched to the max.
Not good for track.
You could pick up someones take off tires and put the 275 up front and keep the 275 out back.

I would just go out and buy a good set of rubber to start with. PSS or Conti 5P

[bpang1234]

Originally Posted by BradfordCamaro

245 is not recommended for a 10" wide and the 275 on a 11" would be stretched to the max.
Not good for track.
You could pick up someones take off tires and put the 275 up front and keep the 275 out back.

I would just go out and buy a good set of rubber to start with. PSS or Conti 5P

Yeah I've been thinking since I last posted and that is more likely what I will do...just a shame to waist rubber. I don't think the stock tires will keep in my garage long enough to be good when I finally sell the car 5-7 years from now.

[Camaroguy555]

Honestly if you aren't going to a 6 pot caliper I would maintain an 18" wheel. Run a 275/35r18 all the way around. Tires will be exponentially cheaper and a much wider variety of track oriented tires. 18"s will also be lighter, help with handling, acceleration, braking, etc.

[BigEnos]

Originally Posted by kropscamaro16

hre flowform wheels with hankook rs3 would be a good track/auto x setup

R-S3 Hankooks are a bad choice for track work. They overheat almost immediately even at an autocross. If you care about 200TW then the best choice is, of course, Bridgestone. If someone has experience with Dunlops it might be good to find out if they last longer. I'd get the 'stones, though. They are fast and wear well. Go with a square setup if you don't care about staying in street class. That way you can swap front to rear.