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Old 09-12-12, 08:50 AM
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Default Lightweight 18" rim options?

I am looking to improve performance on my 350 a bit and it seems like reducing unsprung weight might be one of the best ways to do this.

What options are there for lightweight 18s that aren't super expensive (Volk), and still look good on the car (no RPF1s)?

I see the F-sport 18s are 22lbs a piece which isn't bad, but I'm wondering what else is out there.
Any advice is appreciated thanks
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Work Emotion series...

and it just so happens i have a set of Work Emotion CR-Kai's listed for sale in my for sale thread. you can check out the manufacturer link for more info.

pics of my wheels are available upon request.
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forgestar has some good pricing on light weight.
The 18x8.5 Forgestar CF5 wheel weighs 19.95 lbs
the f14 model is popular here but never seen them in 18's. ppl always get them in 19's

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I saw a IS250 with RPF1...doesn't look very good

I'm getting some XXR 527 18x8.75 +35........don't have $5g to drop on wheels lol
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Wait a second...a Lexus owner that cares about their wheel weight? I thought I was in a Honda forum for a second there. LOL!

Seriously though, I love Rays Gram Lights! http://www.rays-msc.com/wheels/index.cgi?b=3
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I have Weds SA-67r's. In 18x10, they are at 20.04 lbs. 18x9 are 19.25 lbs.
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Advan has some very light 18s. I had RSs before and they were lighter than the Work CR Kai's for sure.
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You have MANY options really, please dont get a set of Enkei
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Originally Posted by Vroomin350
You have MANY options really, please dont get a set of Enkei
What's wrong with Enkei?
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Originally Posted by reyoasian
What's wrong with Enkei?
read my sig
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Originally Posted by Vroomin350
read my sig
Hahaha...
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http://www.rays-msc.com/wheels/index.cgi?b=3
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Originally Posted by Gville350
Wait a second...a Lexus owner that cares about their wheel weight? I thought I was in a Honda forum for a second there. LOL!

Seriously though, I love Rays Gram Lights! http://www.rays-msc.com/wheels/index.cgi?b=3
Ha ha! He's not the only one that cares about wheel's weight!
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Awesome!

Thanks guys, this will give me a lot to look over

It's going on a black IS350 so I'm thinking that gold is out (sorry projectdna) but either black or silver/gunmetal should do me just fine.
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^ correction. matte bronze.

and i wouldn't be so soon to write off bronze wheels on a black car. just saying.
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