highest quality light weight wheel.. - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

toms335i · 11-28-2011, 03:20 AM

just wondering which is the best light weight wheel out there, any feedback is appreciated.

also does bmw make a lighter set?

thanks,

tommy

John_01 · 11-28-2011, 05:05 AM

There are a lot of choices. Personally I like the Japanese made wheels from Volk in terms of strength, quality and light weight. It really depends what style you like.

http://www.rays-msc.com/wheels/index.cgi?b=1

VA757bmw · 11-28-2011, 07:18 AM

magnesium bbs ha 6 k though

pe90zzi · 11-28-2011, 09:29 AM

for the price im gonna have to say ccw (not because i own a set or anything like that) ive had a set of te37's, bbs chs (not like they are really light weight), Rotiform's, DPE's and a few other brands but honestly my classics are one of the best wheels ive ever had. 2500 for simple finish and custom everything.... thats a deal for me plus 18x12 21.6lb.... thats legit. but again my 2 cents

Kriston · 11-28-2011, 09:42 AM

BBS FI - believe they are 10 K a set.

19 inch wheels are around 16 LBS!

My dream wheels but i will probably never own them. Unless i can find a set fo 5K used. (in

Syndicategt · 11-28-2011, 01:27 PM

My 19" Morr VS8.2's only weigh 19 lbs.....I love them. I'd like a set of 18" APEX ARC-8 track shoes which are really affordable. If you are on a tight budget, check out Mod Bargains. They make a form flow CSL rep that only weigh 18 lbs and are very inexpensive.

N0OS3 · 11-28-2011, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Kriston

BBS FI - believe they are 10 K a set.

19 inch wheels are around 16 LBS!

My dream wheels but i will probably never own them. Unless i can find a set fo 5K used. (in

I remember a member posting about his Volk TE37SL's and he weighed them at 16lbs each...

^__^ i like the look of them too, but i don't think i'll be spending upwards of $5k on wheels... i live in a dodgy neighborhood and forbid me ever to leave my car out overnight; my wheels would be gone before i could truly enjoy them. (wheels locks or not).

Sidenote: a guy 3 blocks away had 5 different locks (from 5 different brands) on his wheels and they STILL jacked his CCW's....

edirtaynine · 11-28-2011, 04:44 PM

for the money, a "standard" set of 18" volk te-37's are hard to beat in weight. still nowhere close to being considered "cheap" tho hahah

if you can clear the stock 335i brakes, 17s would be even lighter and open up more options.

toms335i · 11-28-2011, 04:56 PM

thanks for the feedback guys, im going to do some research in all of the different suggestions. So far the TE37's are the most appealing but they are a bit expensive. love that rustic/gold color

vasillalov · 11-28-2011, 05:04 PM

If you are on a budget then I highly recommend Apex wheels. Very light weight and reportedly very very strong. A lot of BMW track guys are using them with great success. They are currently on top of my list along with some nice CCWs as well, although those are getting played out a bit on the Euro scene.

edirtaynine · 11-28-2011, 05:08 PM

on a budget, check out the enkei rpf-1 too.

toms335i · 11-28-2011, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by edirtaynine

on a budget, check out the enkei rpf-1 too.

really like these. Great price and simple/fresh look. Considering the gold wheels, my 335i sedan is black.

vasillalov · 11-29-2011, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by edirtaynine

on a budget, check out the enkei rpf-1 too.

The offsets are bit weird, but they'll work. Great lightweight wheel indeed.

pe90zzi · 11-29-2011, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by vasillalov

They are currently on top of my list along with some nice CCWs as well, although those are getting played out a bit on the Euro scene.

sorry to divert from the thread but.... and apex arent over played on bimmers?

regardless of brand something cant be played out until too many people are doing the same thing. te37's are everywhere but if you ask someone they will say its not played out. just depends on how you do it

just my 2 cents

vasillalov · 11-29-2011, 08:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pe90zzi

sorry to divert from the thread but.... and apex arent over played on bimmers?

regardless of brand something cant be played out until too many people are doing the same thing. te37's are everywhere but if you ask someone they will say its not played out. just depends on how you do it

just my 2 cents

True! I agree. The Apex wheels are somewhat common but not because they are "fashionable" but rather because they are cheap and strong which makes them great for track use. Ultimately, this is what the OP is looking for: cheap and strong.

Personally, I can't stand mesh wheels. There is just too much going on visually and they require more work to keep them clean from brake dust.

BMWsky · 11-29-2011, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by vasillalov

...Personally, I can't stand mesh wheels. There is just too much going on visually and they require more work to keep them clean from brake dust.

Amen to that!!! I use Hawk HT-10's on the track, it would be impossible for me to keep mesh wheels clean.

Stucks · 11-29-2011, 05:27 PM

d force ltw5's.

toms335i · 11-30-2011, 01:49 PM

looking for some feedback on these wheels..

considering my noob knowledge of my offset and what not. would these wheels fit my 08 335i sedan? if so how big can i go on the tires? looking for 275 or 285 in the rears

http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/w...R18755X1143MHG

edirtaynine · 11-30-2011, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by toms335i

looking for some feedback on these wheels..

considering my noob knowledge of my offset and what not. would these wheels fit my 08 335i sedan? if so how big can i go on the tires? looking for 275 or 285 in the rears

http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/w...R18755X1143MHG

wont fit. those are 5x114.3 bolt pattern (most japanese cars). the e90's use a 5x120 pattern.

toms335i · 11-30-2011, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edirtaynine

wont fit. those are 5x114.3 bolt pattern (most japanese cars). the e90's use a 5x120 pattern.

gotcha. thanks

Cousie · 12-01-2011, 03:04 AM

I would recommend HRE P40S

TSM330i · 12-01-2011, 11:32 AM

Neez

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pe90zzi CuL SToRY BRaHH Drives: Too low Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: at home Posts: 1,038 iTrader: (0)	for the price im gonna have to say ccw (not because i own a set or anything like that) ive had a set of te37's, bbs chs (not like they are really light weight), Rotiform's, DPE's and a few other brands but honestly my classics are one of the best wheels ive ever had. 2500 for simple finish and custom everything.... thats a deal for me plus 18x12 21.6lb.... thats legit. but again my 2 cents __________________ SLAMMED 335-SOLD! Bags = Cheating

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Syndicategt Brigadier General Drives: 335i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 3,738 iTrader: (11)	My 19" Morr VS8.2's only weigh 19 lbs.....I love them. I'd like a set of 18" APEX ARC-8 track shoes which are really affordable. If you are on a tight budget, check out Mod Bargains. They make a form flow CSL rep that only weigh 18 lbs and are very inexpensive. __________________ 2008 BMW 335i e90 - Sold - Rob Beck Turbos / PROcede V5 / Aquamist HFS-4 / AR Downpipes / AE Exhaust / ER Comp FMIC / ER CP / TiAL BOV / Custom Intake / RPI Scoops / Quaife LSD / Swift-Koni Coilovers / DSS HS / Morr VS8.2 Sig Black / Michelin PSS / P3 Boost Guage / M3 body / M3 steering wheel / Adam's Rotors / Hawk HPS / SS lines /

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John_01 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: E90 325i, E82 135i Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 1,679 iTrader: (0)	There are a lot of choices. Personally I like the Japanese made wheels from Volk in terms of strength, quality and light weight. It really depends what style you like. http://www.rays-msc.com/wheels/index.cgi?b=1

11-28-2011, 07:18 AM	#3
VA757bmw Private Drives: 2007 335i, black saph metallic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: norfolk, va Posts: 99 iTrader: (0)	magnesium bbs ha 6 k though

11-28-2011, 04:44 PM	#8
edirtaynine Major General Drives: e92 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 5,120 iTrader: (0)	for the money, a "standard" set of 18" volk te-37's are hard to beat in weight. still nowhere close to being considered "cheap" tho hahah if you can clear the stock 335i brakes, 17s would be even lighter and open up more options.

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toms335i Private First Class Drives: 2008 335i Black Sedan Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 109 iTrader: (1)	thanks for the feedback guys, im going to do some research in all of the different suggestions. So far the TE37's are the most appealing but they are a bit expensive. love that rustic/gold color

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edirtaynine Major General Drives: e92 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 5,120 iTrader: (0)	on a budget, check out the enkei rpf-1 too.

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Stucks Captain Drives: 2008 E92 335i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Montgomery County, MD Posts: 979 iTrader: (6)	d force ltw5's. __________________ Current: 2008 e92 335i coupe. FBO+e85. Stock exhaust, no meth. 421whp/457wtq Previous: 2003 Honda Accord V6 coupe: AEM V2, zex 75 wet shot (sold)

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toms335i Private First Class Drives: 2008 335i Black Sedan Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 109 iTrader: (1)	looking for some feedback on these wheels.. considering my noob knowledge of my offset and what not. would these wheels fit my 08 335i sedan? if so how big can i go on the tires? looking for 275 or 285 in the rears http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/w...R18755X1143MHG

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Cousie New Member Drives: BMW E92 335iA Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Belgium Posts: 8 iTrader: (0)	I would recommend HRE P40S

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