DocHolladay23 Posted May 4, 2012 Share Posted May 4, 2012 I've got the ALT Sek-Tor wheels, they're light, forged, look good, and only cost $800 for the set. Might be an option for you to consider! [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] You want stickers? Hit me up here!!! You want a shirt? Hit me up here!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbodog Posted May 4, 2012 Share Posted May 4, 2012 "The Most Advanced Technology (M.A.T) combines one-piece cast wheel technology with a rim forming technology called spinning process. Using this new technology of casting and rim forming by M.A.T process, is critical to improve drastically the material property and strength of the wheels." From tirerack on spin forming: "This specialized process begins with a low pressure type of casting and uses a special machine that spins the initial casting, heats the outer portion of the casting and then uses steel rollers pressed against the rim area to pull the rim to its final width and shape. The combination of the heat, pressure and spinning create a rim area with the strength similar to a forged wheel without the high cost of the forging. Some of the special wheels produced for the O.E.M. high performance or limited production vehicles utilize this type of technology resulting in a light and strong wheel at a reasonable cost. BBS has used this technology for several years in their production of racing wheels for Formula One and Indy cars. BBS's RC wheel for the aftermarket is an example of a wheel produced using spun rim technology." The wheels are cast, then spun FORMED, not forged. a "Spin-forging" process would not even be possible, since the design is created by pressing an aluminum billet into shape under extreme pressure. You're wrong, and tire rack is mixing up the issue. Using rollers to press the rim into shape while cold/warm is absolutely a type of forging. It is used to cold work the rim and create grain structure, resulting in a stronger rim section. The wheel starts out as a casting, reducing overall expense, then the rim is formed. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forging [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wKsKdH43_U&feature=related]wheel flow forming-spinning machines - Global Metal Spinning Solutions - DENN USA Metal Forming - YouTube[/ame] The boxes for my TSW's say "rotary forged" on them. I've also owned enkei MAT wheels. Both are light, strong, and reasonably priced. Rotary forged = spun forged = metal spinning. They are all processes where a rotating cold or warm metal item is pressed into shape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W.K.S. Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 You're wrong, and tire rack is mixing up the issue. Using rollers to press the rim into shape while cold/warm is absolutely a type of forging. It is used to cold work the rim and create grain structure, resulting in a stronger rim section. The wheel starts out as a casting, reducing overall expense, then the rim is formed. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forging The boxes for my TSW's say "rotary forged" on them. I've also owned enkei MAT wheels. Both are light, strong, and reasonably priced. Rotary forged = spun forged = metal spinning. They are all processes where a rotating cold or warm metal item is pressed into shape. Touche, but the Enkei's still arent a true forged rim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbodog Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Touche, but the Enkei's still arent a true forged rim. None of them are a "true forged rim". They start with a casting, and the spokes remain cast. I feel that the rotary forged wheels provide excellent value. I paid about $925 for my tsw nurburgring's last year and a bit under $900 for enkei MAT wheels years ago. Rota's are about $700ish? For $200ish more you get a forged barrel that is stronger and a wheel that that is overall stronger and/or lighter than a cast wheel. You're getting much of the advantage of a fully forged wheel without paying $2000+ for a set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W.K.S. Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 None of them are a "true forged rim". They start with a casting, and the spokes remain cast. I feel that the rotary forged wheels provide excellent value. I paid about $925 for my tsw nurburgring's last year and a bit under $900 for enkei MAT wheels years ago. Rota's are about $700ish? For $200ish more you get a forged barrel that is stronger and a wheel that that is overall stronger and/or lighter than a cast wheel. You're getting much of the advantage of a fully forged wheel without paying $2000+ for a set. I agree. They are a relatively good value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UTwrestler22 Posted May 7, 2012 Author Share Posted May 7, 2012 Will the enkei edr9's fit or not? Both 17 and 18 inch are available. Are they gonna be strong? all you bastards getting so damn technical all the time hahaha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W.K.S. Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Will the enkei edr9's fit or not? Both 17 and 18 inch are available. Are they gonna be strong? all you bastards getting so damn technical all the time hahaha Yes they will fit. It would be good to know offset, tire size, and wheel width you are looking at to better explain the fit, bit in laments terms yes. Enkei's are pretty quality wheels. Technicalities save dollars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocHolladay23 Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 A friend of mine had the 18" EDR9's, loved the look. The offset on his was about 38 (although I think they do make it in a 45 as well), so you will likely rub under load/acceleration, but you've got someone local that will do a fender roll for a good price, check out the UT spotted thread! [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] You want stickers? Hit me up here!!! You want a shirt? Hit me up here!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatsuDano Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I've got rota's. Many members have rota's. Haven't been a problem for me or many others on here. Just don't skimp out on the rubber. Good tires make more of a difference than wheel diameter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UTwrestler22 Posted May 7, 2012 Author Share Posted May 7, 2012 Great thanks. Helps make it easy haha. Don't flame me for asking but just a quick question. What's offset? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Bing is your friend - "wheel offset" http://www.1010tires.com/tech.asp?type=wheels You see offset on the rims, however, if you order custom sizing the wheel ppl will talk backspacing. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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