chuckb

I really wanted to get Iforged Flux for my GS but I found out they are not hub centric. Isn't that kinda cheesy?
Who wants to put spacers in a brand new custom set of wheels.

So I'm liking the HRE546R alot. I know they are pricey but how much should I expect to pay for 18x8s. Where is the best place to buy HRE wheels.
thanks,
chuckb
BTW-anyone have pics of HRE546r on a GS?

DaveGS4

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I think Cipher has or had them on his ride, let me look for a pic

Neo

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The HREs are nice but they do come at a premium. As for iForged, they are not the only ones who have wheels that are not hub-centric. Many JDM wheels are like this also. What is done to fix this is to put on a hub-centric ring. This is totally different than putting on a spacer.

D2-AUTOSPORT

I agree, a small ring and a spacer to 2 horses of completely different colors!!! A spacer changes offset, can please extra wear on bearings, etc while a hubring simply ensures a perfect centering on the hub. Its about the size of an average centercap (maybe a wee bit bigger).

I have all the respect in the world for HRE, but I guess the question is, are you willing to pay double the money for equal craftsmanship, finish etc to negate the need for a small hubring?

That answer lies with the individual. Good luck in whatever you choose

bluelex

....u don't need a spacer u just need a plastic ring that goes on the rotor. my wheels have this as do almost all JDM wheels i know. its just a small plastic ring, nothing major....

morris

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So does Iforged provide this ring with there wheels.?

bluelex

i'm sure they do all companies that make wheels that need these provide them...so i'm 99.9% sure i-forge does aswell

chuckb

yes, they do, I already checked.

It just seems like the rings are not "factory" fit and that annoys me. Do they cause problems ever? Is it not something to get hung up on?

I am a picky **** when it comes to keeping my GS riding perfectly.(Ask my tech) If I got new rims and it had the slightest vibration I would freak.

TLW

im not saying this going to happen

but when you go to larger rims you may expierence a shake around 60

beauphus

just out of curiosity...is this hub ring typically needed with WORK wheels? if so do they provide it? thanks!

chuckb

even with 17 or 18s? Is it because of not being hubcentric wheels?

TLW

this is just something i have heard from some mebers when you went to bigger wheels

a shake at around 60

im sure some member will chime in

if you have time search

vibration or shaking in the GS forum

bitkahuna

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I had non hub centric high quality 18" JDM wheels (8.5F and 9.5R) with centering rings and was never able to get a perfect balance. With the 19" HREs I have now? NO problems with balance at any speed.

IMHO chuck, if you're picky about ride, get the HREs or another hub centric rim like LSportline or an iForged one that is hub centric.

bitkahuna

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One other thing, you mentioned getting 18x8s all around, if you're going with HREs, I'd recommend staggered, although if you get 18 in a wider rear size, say 9.5 (typical), and a decent sized lip it will make the rim look SMALLER than it is. But if you get same size all around, they will look inset in the back wheel well without a spacer. Tough choices...

chuckb

thanks Bit- that's what I figured. Which HREs do you have and any suggestions on where to buy?

Are any of the iforged hubcentric?

BTW-I'd even consider stock GS chrome 5 spoke 17s if anyone has some laying around or knows where to get new ones