pu72
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I'm running JBW Minilite 15" wheesl and unable to go larger. Ford 4 stud PCD. Rear are 15 x 7 (ET20) and front are 15 x 5" (ET 0).
I'm very much looking to replace them and searching for lightweight alternatives. I do like the Old Style Alleycat wheels but unfortunately these are no longer available (I have looked at BBS)
I've looked at Image Wheels along with a few others but interested to hear if there are any recommendations out there. Don't mind waiting for the right ones.
These wheels are to go on an old Classic Car with modern power.
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Since you have Ford PCD, why not check out the wide range of Ford alloys...
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Look for magnesium wheels, most alloys are as heavy as a steel of the same size.
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slater
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Not sure what your budget is but I can totally recommend Force Racing for light weight wheels.
If your budget won't stretch to a new set then I'd look for a used set of split rims. As mentioned a lot of alloy wheels are actually pretty heavy!
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mylittletony
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Most lightweight performance wheels look quite modern unfortunately. A friend who runs a garage swears by Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2 which is a fairly simple design in lots of fitments.
Curve ball, the Citroen C5 fake steels (alloys, but look like steels) are the right stud pattern and used widely as they are light
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dan
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I have Citroen 'steelies' on my minor. 15" x 6", 4 stud 108 pcd. et20 iirc
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Last Edit: Jan 3, 2019 14:39:31 GMT by dan
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sonus
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Last Edit: Jan 3, 2019 21:11:08 GMT by sonus
Current 1968 TVR VIXEN S1 V8 Prototype 2004 TVR T350C 2017 BMW 340i
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I've got allycats but they are 13's. (13x6, 13x7 in the workshop) What about Compomotive MS 5 spokes? probably still only in 13's though.
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pu72
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I have Citroen 'steelies' on my minor. 15" x 6", 4 stud 108 pcd. et20 iirc I know you have Dan, and I also have some of these in my collection. Getting harder to find good used ones.
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dan
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Just realized you're from the JLH stable too I've had the same issue with wheels. There are some early Porsche 924 and early Mustang wheels but almost everything comes in the wrong ET When I get round to refreshing the moggy I'll probably be working out how to fit at a set of Compomotive TH or some classic drag style Convo Pros / Centrelines
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Last Edit: Jan 4, 2019 15:08:49 GMT by dan
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ChasR
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You can get very light wheels but it does tend to cost. Some of the cheaper wheels can bend IME. I know Team Dynamics at one point did and even OZs SuperLegerras were known for failing . Rays are very good and light. Pricey they can be. Volk of course come into that category as do Image wheels. Image is probably the closest you will get for something that is lightweight and retro.
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pu72
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Feb 17, 2019 19:59:56 GMT
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Quite like the look of this wheel at present. might give the Pick Up a slightly harder look.
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Nice moggy! Whats under the hood?
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dan
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They'll look great. What size are you thinking? I assume they will build them to any stud pattern and ET
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qwerty
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Feb 18, 2019 17:28:14 GMT
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Nice moggy! Whats under the hood? Lotus Twink I believe Tom
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63v8
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Feb 18, 2019 18:09:20 GMT
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Hi Adam, have sent you a PM.
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pu72
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Feb 20, 2019 22:10:43 GMT
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They'll look great. What size are you thinking? I assume they will build them to any stud pattern and ET Still think of 15" but may consider slightly larger. And 'Yes' they'll machine them to any Stud pattern or ET. Plan on taking my old wheels over so we can discuss and get things spot on.
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ChasR
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Feb 20, 2019 22:56:36 GMT
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Remember that tyres weigh something as well.
Going with lighter tyres can be a mixed a blessing as well. Sure, the comfort can improve, but the sidewalls tend to take the hit here; chewing gum consistency seems to become the norm, with dulling handling characteristics.
A few things to play about with here.
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