15" Weldstar RTs on F-Body
03-06-2009, 08:16 PM
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From what I've read on the other post with pictures, if they have less then 1.75" backspace on the fronts (backspace was stated), the wheels will stick out and look funny in my opinion. The rears should look fine though.
Overall a very nice looking wheel. Not sure if I'd use them as an everyday street wheel (though
Overall a very nice looking wheel. Not sure if I'd use them as an everyday street wheel (though
03-07-2009, 10:32 AM
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They are 1.50" backspace and fit well on the front, flush with the fender just like the 15x10 7.5" backspace rear.
Guaranteed 1200# load rating for everyday street use. More cornering capacity than any other "street/strip" wheel out there.
Camaro396, where do you word?
Guaranteed 1200# load rating for everyday street use. More cornering capacity than any other "street/strip" wheel out there.
Camaro396, where do you word?
03-07-2009, 04:10 PM
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Just to clarify, I'm not doubting their strength or durability. My comment related to using a skinny/wide combo as an everyday street setup. It pretty much ruins normal driving and braking. The setup is more of a drag design used for drag racing in straight lines.
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03-07-2009, 05:21 PM
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I will drag race with these, along with some street duty. I have C5 ZO6 wheels with F1 Supercar tires for the twistie. I just don't want to grind on my calipers no matter what.
03-08-2009, 10:45 AM
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Scott and the engineering team did a great job, especially when it came to putting the wheel where the caliper isn't!
03-08-2009, 12:21 PM
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Summit carries them. Other Weld sponsors on the board may be able to help as well.
Giving a comparison to our Bogart drag wheels and 15's in general. Clarifying so nobody gets their feathers ruffled, this is not mentioned to state our wheels or others are better or worse...these are JUST comparisons and things to consider.
1)They are more expensive and much heavier. Using these wheels will leave a minimum of 50-75lbs of weight on the car making stopping distances even longer and worse 60ft times. By their appearance, 75 lbs is probably not far off. The centers look very beefy to increase lateral load strength.
2) They are considered a street duty wheel but do not have near the benefit's of drag wheels (just as other street/strip style wheels offered).
3)Front backspace is suggested at 1.5" based on previous poster which places the wheel very close to the fender lip. Lowered cars (and non-lowered) may have issues with the tires hitting the plastic fender lip. 1.75" backspace or larger is preferred to tuck the wheel inward under the fender lip.
4) 15" wheels configured will ALWAYS give poor handling and braking in comparison to even the stock setup...going to this setup for everyday driving will not improve the vehicles driving characteristics, only worsen it! Due to this, I do not suggest anyone to switch to 15's for normal usage, street duty wheels or not. The MAIN reason for switching to 15's are for performance improvements on the track or racing on approved streets. In order to reap performance gains, using a light-weight wheel is the most important factor.
Giving a comparison to our Bogart drag wheels and 15's in general. Clarifying so nobody gets their feathers ruffled, this is not mentioned to state our wheels or others are better or worse...these are JUST comparisons and things to consider.
1)They are more expensive and much heavier. Using these wheels will leave a minimum of 50-75lbs of weight on the car making stopping distances even longer and worse 60ft times. By their appearance, 75 lbs is probably not far off. The centers look very beefy to increase lateral load strength.
2) They are considered a street duty wheel but do not have near the benefit's of drag wheels (just as other street/strip style wheels offered).
3)Front backspace is suggested at 1.5" based on previous poster which places the wheel very close to the fender lip. Lowered cars (and non-lowered) may have issues with the tires hitting the plastic fender lip. 1.75" backspace or larger is preferred to tuck the wheel inward under the fender lip.
4) 15" wheels configured will ALWAYS give poor handling and braking in comparison to even the stock setup...going to this setup for everyday driving will not improve the vehicles driving characteristics, only worsen it! Due to this, I do not suggest anyone to switch to 15's for normal usage, street duty wheels or not. The MAIN reason for switching to 15's are for performance improvements on the track or racing on approved streets. In order to reap performance gains, using a light-weight wheel is the most important factor.
03-08-2009, 05:15 PM
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It seems some of the new upcoming racers may be overlooking wheel weights yet still want 15's... They apparently want to look like they have a race setup but don't want the drastic weight loss and performance enhancements that drag wheels have to offer. The main reason why people should consider to switch to 15's. It certainly isn't from a braking or handling perspective.
There is no right or wrong answer as to what each person should choose. If the goal of the person is to just want 15's to look good...pick your poison. If reasoning is for racing enhancements, choosing 15" wheels which are lighter will prove much more beneficial to the end user.
Depending on weights, these differences can mean the difference of for example .05-.1 second in a quarter mile...or like someone adding a 50- 75shot of nitrous without the increased wear and tear on the engine when they choose the lighter components.
03-08-2009, 06:36 PM
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I have to agree, they are very nice looking. To me, they are like their old XP series wheels which looked very nice which were their "street" version wheels. These are even nicer looking then the xp's. I think the xp's failed (discontinued) due to most disliking how heavy they were. Lance, if he's an owner may want to shed a bit more light on why they were discontinued. Back when they were available, if you mentioned you had them...the first remark seemed to be "they are so damn heavy...why bother changing your wheels..."
It seems some of the new upcoming racers may be overlooking wheel weights yet still want 15's... They apparently want to look like they have a race setup but don't want the drastic weight loss and performance enhancements that drag wheels have to offer. The main reason why people should consider to switch to 15's. It certainly isn't from a braking or handling perspective.
There is no right or wrong answer as to what each person should choose. If the goal of the person is to just want 15's to look good...pick your poison. If reasoning is for racing enhancements, choosing 15" wheels which are lighter will prove much more beneficial to the end user.
Depending on weights, these differences can mean the difference of for example .05-.1 second in a quarter mile...or like someone adding a 50- 75shot of nitrous without the increased wear and tear on the engine when they choose the lighter components.
It seems some of the new upcoming racers may be overlooking wheel weights yet still want 15's... They apparently want to look like they have a race setup but don't want the drastic weight loss and performance enhancements that drag wheels have to offer. The main reason why people should consider to switch to 15's. It certainly isn't from a braking or handling perspective.
There is no right or wrong answer as to what each person should choose. If the goal of the person is to just want 15's to look good...pick your poison. If reasoning is for racing enhancements, choosing 15" wheels which are lighter will prove much more beneficial to the end user.
Depending on weights, these differences can mean the difference of for example .05-.1 second in a quarter mile...or like someone adding a 50- 75shot of nitrous without the increased wear and tear on the engine when they choose the lighter components.
weigth does matter but not that much, my car isnt a full out drag car. if i like the look of a wheel that weighs more i will get it instead of getting a lighter one that i dont like.