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Should I buy these O.Z Ultraleggera
#1
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Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Fort Lewis, WA
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Car Info: 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX STi
Should I buy these O.Z Ultraleggera
I am looking at a set of O.Z from tirerack for $1400. I really love the wheels and plan on buying them but was wondering if you guys had any experience with O.Z such as quality, durability, and performance. My 05 Subaru WRX STi is pushing well over 400WHP and i figure having these lighter wheels will help performance. Thanks
Specs :Offset:
18x8
$357 (each)
48mm
Backspacing: 6.37"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size:225/40-18
Weight: 18.4lbs.
How they would look
Specs :Offset:
18x8
$357 (each)
48mm
Backspacing: 6.37"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size:225/40-18
Weight: 18.4lbs.
How they would look
#3
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I am looking at a set of O.Z from tirerack for $1400. I really love the wheels and plan on buying them but was wondering if you guys had any experience with O.Z such as quality, durability, and performance. My 05 Subaru WRX STi is pushing well over 400WHP and i figure having these lighter wheels will help performance. Thanks
Specs :Offset:
18x8
$357 (each)
48mm
Backspacing: 6.37"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size:225/40-18
Weight: 18.4lbs.
How they would look
Specs :Offset:
18x8
$357 (each)
48mm
Backspacing: 6.37"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size:225/40-18
Weight: 18.4lbs.
How they would look
I figure you should go 18x8.5 or 18x9.
im pretty sure oem weight is about 19.4.
#4
If in doubt, FLAT OUT
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Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Nor Cal SJ
Posts: 7,034
Car Info: 2010 Hatch, 2011 Sedan
I've never seen actual weights on them, but that seems high for a forged 17" rim. My 16" Volks were only around 10.5 lbs ea.
*just found it on nasioc - 15.5lbs for an 04 STI BBS which are 7.5" and about 19.2 for the 05 and up, which are 8".
*just found it on nasioc - 15.5lbs for an 04 STI BBS which are 7.5" and about 19.2 for the 05 and up, which are 8".
#6
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Yes, forged typically WILL mean lighter weight in addition to the added strength, which is why forged rims are a benefit (one piece forged rim). A lighter rim gives you less unsprung weight, offering better tracking of the ground. That does not guarantee that a cast and machined rim cannot be as light.
#7
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Yes, forged typically WILL mean lighter weight in addition to the added strength, which is why forged rims are a benefit (one piece forged rim). A lighter rim gives you less unsprung weight, offering better tracking of the ground. That does not guarantee that a cast and machined rim cannot be as light.
#8
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LOL. I sold my Volks to a dude on CL. He asked "How do I know these are REAL?" I told him "Pick one up." He did, and he nodded
Too bad they didn't fit the wagon, or I would have kept them.
Too bad they didn't fit the wagon, or I would have kept them.
#9
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Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Fort Lewis, WA
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Car Info: 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX STi
Thanks
Hey thanks for all your comments and suggestions everyone. I was going to purchase them soon but i figure i should hold off and buy them once i get back to the states. I really wanted to mount some Volks on but after looking up the price i ran away clutching my wallet! Budget is $2100 as a wheel and tire package shipping included.
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