Forgestar F14 Questions

perrymaxima · 10-06-2009, 11:54 AM

Guys I've heard and seen posts on the Forgestar F14 in 18" but can't find a carrier for BMWs. I'd rather have 18" over 19" because the difference in unsprung weight for the price makes them an even better deal. Anybody know who's selling these in 18"? Also those of you that have the 19" did you come across any problems getting them mounted and balanced the sponsors are saying they can't mount them because they are a custom wheel so it makes me question buying wheels that could present a problem trying to get them mounted in San Antonio TX...aka truck country.

FYI stats on the 18"

18x8.5 17.6lbs
18x9.5 19.4lbs
18x10 19.2lbs

General Exclaim UHP weigh 21lbs 235/40/18 and 24lbs 265/35/18

The 19" by comparison are 5lbs heavier which makes them slightly lighter than other 19" wheels

Peter@VMRWheels · 10-06-2009, 03:41 PM

Most shops can mount/balance 18" wheels/tires, its not nearly as difficult as a 19" combo and most machines can do it. Some shops would charge more only because they need to have a manager look over the technician while it is being done. But call ahead to some shops, even check Tirerack's webpage for installers.

flip4335 · 10-06-2009, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by perrymaxima

Guys I've heard and seen posts on the Forgestar F14 in 18" but can't find a carrier for BMWs. I'd rather have 18" over 19" because the difference in unsprung weight for the price makes them an even better deal. Anybody know who's selling these in 18"? Also those of you that have the 19" did you come across any problems getting them mounted and balanced the sponsors are saying they can't mount them because they are a custom wheel so it makes me question buying wheels that could present a problem trying to get them mounted in San Antonio TX...aka truck country.

FYI stats on the 18"

18x8.5 17.6lbs
18x9.5 19.4lbs
18x10 19.2lbs

General Exclaim UHP weigh 21lbs 235/40/18 and 24lbs 265/35/18

The 19" by comparison are 5lbs heavier which makes them slightly lighter than other 19" wheels

Two that I know of: PYSpeed and **********s offer the F14s in 18 inch. PYSpeed had a competitive price for the 18s, so you should check out the prices. You may want to have tires and TPMS mounted by the vendors, rather than taking your chances with the local talent.

Just my .02

perrymaxima · 10-06-2009, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by flip4335

Two that I know of: PYSpeed and **********s offer the F14s in 18 inch. PYSpeed had a competitive price for the 18s, so you should check out the prices. You may want to have tires and TPMS mounted by the vendors, rather than taking your chances with the local talent.

Just my .02

I asked Eric about 2 weeks ago and he said they aren't available in 18" period I don't think I asked Michael at **********s but I'll shoot both of them a PM. Thanks for the info fellas.

perrymaxima · 10-07-2009, 07:39 PM

got confirmation that modbargians is the sole carrier of the 18" F14s. They said they would be announcing this soon.

Topless 335i · 10-09-2009, 11:35 AM

I have F14s in 19 and I think you'll regret getting them in 18. They'll look too small. Either way, good choice in wheels. If you do decide to go with 19s, hit up Eric.

10-06-2009, 11:54 AM	#1
perrymaxima Lieutenant 26 Rep 482 Posts Drives: E70 X5 M Sport Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oahu, HI iTrader: (7)	Forgestar F14 Questions Guys I've heard and seen posts on the Forgestar F14 in 18" but can't find a carrier for BMWs. I'd rather have 18" over 19" because the difference in unsprung weight for the price makes them an even better deal. Anybody know who's selling these in 18"? Also those of you that have the 19" did you come across any problems getting them mounted and balanced the sponsors are saying they can't mount them because they are a custom wheel so it makes me question buying wheels that could present a problem trying to get them mounted in San Antonio TX...aka truck country. FYI stats on the 18" 18x8.5 17.6lbs 18x9.5 19.4lbs 18x10 19.2lbs General Exclaim UHP weigh 21lbs 235/40/18 and 24lbs 265/35/18 The 19" by comparison are 5lbs heavier which makes them slightly lighter than other 19" wheels
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Peter@VMRWheels BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 93 Rep 685 Posts Drives: P85D Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (0)	Most shops can mount/balance 18" wheels/tires, its not nearly as difficult as a 19" combo and most machines can do it. Some shops would charge more only because they need to have a manager look over the technician while it is being done. But call ahead to some shops, even check Tirerack's webpage for installers.
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10-07-2009, 07:39 PM	#5
perrymaxima Lieutenant 26 Rep 482 Posts Drives: E70 X5 M Sport Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oahu, HI iTrader: (7)	got confirmation that modbargians is the sole carrier of the 18" F14s. They said they would be announcing this soon.
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Topless 335i Captain 39 Rep 984 Posts Drives: AW E93 335i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: SoCal iTrader: (2)	I have F14s in 19 and I think you'll regret getting them in 18. They'll look too small. Either way, good choice in wheels. If you do decide to go with 19s, hit up Eric.
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