~8 years ago when I had an S2000 or before that when I had a Z32, 17x9 5x114.3 wheels were cheap cheap cheap. Does TRM not make them anymore, or are they just hard to find? Now I am looking and it seems the only cheap & light option is the Konig Hypergram at $190/corner. Am I missing something? I thought this was either the 1st or second most common wheel size/bolt pattern combo used by enthusiasts?
Look at the Mustang parts houses. 17x9 FR500's are cheap. LMR and American Muscle are both go-tos for that.
Keep in mind that ~8 years ago, steel and aluminum prices were a lot lower than they are now.
But you are right. 5x4.5" is one of the most common bolt patterns around (if they come in your offset)
Cheap, light and pretty strong is the rpf1. Not sure for that bolt pattern but 6UL May also be an option.
I was happy with the price of the wheels I ordered from Next Level Motoring. If you're not too particular about the style, they usually have a number of wheels on clearance:
In reply to Javelin :
For anyone wondering, FR500s weigh 22 lbs per rim. 22.5 for the 17x9 Bullitts that those websites sell
See the parts for sale thread. I may have some 17 x 9s for sale.
BMW owner here, but in the same size (different bolt pattern) I've found Konig Hypergram and Ultraform, and Advanti Storm S1 to be reasonably priced options that aren't boat anchors.
TRM has some 17x8.5 options, but the offsets are not favorable for my car, and they are heavier.
Is the RPF1 not available in the size/offset you desire?
aw614 said:I thought you could still buy the TRM C3?
Only in the S2000 offset. However when I looked again, the C4 is available in Miata/RX8 (48) offset. Its the cheapest I've seen so far at $166/corner
I got lucky and picked up my 17x9 TRM C3's on "closeout" for $99/each a number of years ago since they were discontinuing that shade of silver. I don't mind somewhat heavier wheels for track use, as they're usually stronger and stiffer than the ultra lightweight ones. I have seen test results showing that a heavier, stiffer wheel is faster in back to back testing. You don't want your wheel flexing and losing camber in the corners now do you?
Rpf1 is tried and true
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