What's the difference between OEM and replica 1LE 10 spoke wheels? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Black 13 Maro · 03-01-2014, 03:18 PM

I really want 10 spoke 1LE wheels and would buy an OEM set from someone as long as it wasn't 3k and I don't mind aftermarket wheels but my searches tell me that they do not look the same as OEM wheels. What are the differences?

Mmar88 · 03-01-2014, 03:23 PM

They don't look the same. Look at the replica ones you can buy and look at the OEM. I'd say the aftermarket ones are zl1/1le inspired wheels instead of replicas. I'd assume the aftermarket ones weigh more

Mmar88 · 03-01-2014, 03:24 PM

That being said, the aftermarkets are still good looking wheels and if you don't want to spend $1,114/wheel from GM they're definitely a great alternative

rockrau · 03-01-2014, 03:44 PM

I believe the replicas are cast OEM are forged.

BETO713 · 03-01-2014, 03:44 PM

I also am interested in what the difference is exactly cosmetic wise.

cornerspeed92 · 03-01-2014, 03:46 PM

Im in the market for a second set as well,im looking at Phastek http://www.phastekperformance.com/20...eels-s/832.htm

STuRTzz · 03-01-2014, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by cornerspeed92

Im in the market for a second set as well,im looking at Phastek http://www.phastekperformance.com/20...eels-s/832.htm

Phastek seems to up their prices. I had a camaro catalogue and the prices were cheaper than Phastek. You can buy the Factory Reproduction replicas straight from them and they located in Socal.

KMPrenger · 03-01-2014, 04:53 PM

If you are looking for replicas of the 10 spoke ZL1 wheels there are two options that I know of.

LG and Factory Reproductions.

I went with the FR wheels for several reasons. They offer multiple sizes, including the same size and offset as production ZL1 wheels. They offer multiple finishes (chrome, polished, machined, satin, and gloss black), they have a great reputation on quality (they've sold tons of these wheels), the price is very good, AND they are only 1 or 2 lbs heavier than the production wheels.

I ended up buying the 20 x 9" wheels and they are even lighter...quite a bit lighter than the standard 20" rims on an SS or RS. I love the wheels. Are they exactly like the ZL1 rims? No they aren't, but they are close, and aggressive looking with their offsets. Sticks out further than the stock 20" wheels did.

The LG wheels on the other hand look almost exactly like the real ZL1 wheel in every way. It is hard to see the difference. I didn't go with them because they only offered one size (same size as ZL1 rims), one finish (satin), and were considerably more expensive than the FR wheels....but they are still much much cheaper than factory.

Hope this helps.

SSweetride · 03-01-2014, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by KMPrenger

If you are looking for replicas of the 10 spoke ZL1 wheels there are two options that I know of.

LG and Factory Reproductions.

I went with the FR wheels for several reasons. They offer multiple sizes, including the same size and offset as production ZL1 wheels. They offer multiple finishes (chrome, polished, machined, satin, and gloss black), they have a great reputation on quality (they've sold tons of these wheels), the price is very good, AND they are only 1 or 2 lbs heavier than the production wheels.

I ended up buying the 20 x 9" wheels and they are even lighter...quite a bit lighter than the standard 20" rims on an SS or RS. I love the wheels. Are they exactly like the ZL1 rims? No they aren't, but they are close, and aggressive looking with their offsets. Sticks out further than the stock 20" wheels did.

I bought a set of C4 ZR-1 wheels from FR and they were beautiful. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a set of these from them.

cornerspeed92 · 03-01-2014, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by STuRTzz

Phastek seems to up their prices. I had a camaro catalogue and the prices were cheaper than Phastek. You can buy the Factory Reproduction replicas straight from them and they located in Socal.

Can you get me the info? Thanks.

cal45 · 03-01-2014, 06:34 PM

This thread is about two away from this one:

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=292326

I wet with the Factory Replica's in gloss black and am very satisfied with them.

hworth18 · 03-01-2014, 07:04 PM

The LG motorsports replica ZL1 wheels are almost identical to the real deal and priced about $1600
The Factory Rep. wheels have a similar look but a different spoke pattern, you can get a set for about $1000 +/-

TripleB · 03-01-2014, 08:05 PM

I just got my 1LE/ZL1 wheels, tires (OEM Goodyear Eagle F1's), and TPMS sensors for $2400 shipped. They had 4,000 miles on them. Just gotta be patient and keep an eye out.

kmm1412 · 03-01-2014, 09:08 PM

I got a set of the LG's from Maryland Speed for $1350 delivered about a month ago. Great quality and hard to tell difference with OEM ZL1/1LE wheels. They are cast and not forged like OEM, but the factory SS wheels they are replacing are cast, and weigh about the same as the LG's.

03-01-2014, 03:18 PM	#1
Black 13 Maro Drives: 13' Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Fontana, California Posts: 208	What's the difference between OEM and replica 1LE 10 spoke wheels? I really want 10 spoke 1LE wheels and would buy an OEM set from someone as long as it wasn't 3k and I don't mind aftermarket wheels but my searches tell me that they do not look the same as OEM wheels. What are the differences?

03-01-2014, 03:46 PM	#6
cornerspeed92 Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Colorado Posts: 4,188 View My Garage	Im in the market for a second set as well,im looking at Phastek http://www.phastekperformance.com/20...eels-s/832.htm __________________

03-01-2014, 04:53 PM	#8
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	If you are looking for replicas of the 10 spoke ZL1 wheels there are two options that I know of. LG and Factory Reproductions. I went with the FR wheels for several reasons. They offer multiple sizes, including the same size and offset as production ZL1 wheels. They offer multiple finishes (chrome, polished, machined, satin, and gloss black), they have a great reputation on quality (they've sold tons of these wheels), the price is very good, AND they are only 1 or 2 lbs heavier than the production wheels. I ended up buying the 20 x 9" wheels and they are even lighter...quite a bit lighter than the standard 20" rims on an SS or RS. I love the wheels. Are they exactly like the ZL1 rims? No they aren't, but they are close, and aggressive looking with their offsets. Sticks out further than the stock 20" wheels did. The LG wheels on the other hand look almost exactly like the real ZL1 wheel in every way. It is hard to see the difference. I didn't go with them because they only offered one size (same size as ZL1 rims), one finish (satin), and were considerably more expensive than the FR wheels....but they are still much much cheaper than factory. Hope this helps. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

03-01-2014, 07:04 PM	#12
hworth18 Jus' Cruzin Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS Krypton Green Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Northeast Oklahoma Posts: 1,108 View My Garage	The LG motorsports replica ZL1 wheels are almost identical to the real deal and priced about $1600 The Factory Rep. wheels have a similar look but a different spoke pattern, you can get a set for about $1000 +/- __________________ “The moment you think you know what’s going on in a women’s head, is the moment your goose is well and truly cooked” -Howard Stark

03-01-2014, 08:05 PM	#13
TripleB SoCal Mayhem Drives: 2017 2LT Hyper Blue Metallic Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lakewood, California Posts: 5,918 View My Garage	I just got my 1LE/ZL1 wheels, tires (OEM Goodyear Eagle F1's), and TPMS sensors for $2400 shipped. They had 4,000 miles on them. Just gotta be patient and keep an eye out. __________________

03-01-2014, 03:23 PM	#2
Mmar88 Drives: 2013 BRM 2SS/RS/1LE/NPP/NAV Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Tonawanda, NY Posts: 237	They don't look the same. Look at the replica ones you can buy and look at the OEM. I'd say the aftermarket ones are zl1/1le inspired wheels instead of replicas. I'd assume the aftermarket ones weigh more

03-01-2014, 03:24 PM	#3
Mmar88 Drives: 2013 BRM 2SS/RS/1LE/NPP/NAV Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Tonawanda, NY Posts: 237	That being said, the aftermarkets are still good looking wheels and if you don't want to spend $1,114/wheel from GM they're definitely a great alternative

03-01-2014, 03:44 PM	#4
rockrau Drives: 2010 2ss red LS3 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: perkasie pa Posts: 533	I believe the replicas are cast OEM are forged.

03-01-2014, 03:44 PM	#5
BETO713 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 212	I also am interested in what the difference is exactly cosmetic wise.

03-01-2014, 06:34 PM	#11
cal45 Drives: 2015 Blue Velvet Metallic ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Orlando & Flagler Beach,FL Posts: 1,453	This thread is about two away from this one: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=292326 I wet with the Factory Replica's in gloss black and am very satisfied with them.

03-01-2014, 09:08 PM	#14
kmm1412 The Bolt-On Beast Drives: 2011 2SS/RS IBM w/CGM Stripes Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Jamison, PA Posts: 965 View My Garage	I got a set of the LG's from Maryland Speed for $1350 delivered about a month ago. Great quality and hard to tell difference with OEM ZL1/1LE wheels. They are cast and not forged like OEM, but the factory SS wheels they are replacing are cast, and weigh about the same as the LG's. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS 6M Imperial Blue Metallic\|Cyber Gray Metallic Stripes\|Gray Interior\|Factory (KAE) Hurst Short Throw Shifter\|Sunroof MODS - 1LE Track Pack Suspension Upgrade\|Kooks Custom Stepped Headers & HFCs\|Cold Air Inductions Black CAI\|ADM Performance Scoop\|Vmax IBM CNC Ported Throttle Body\|Rx Extreme IBM Catch Can & Breather\|Borla S-Type Catback Exhaust w/Solo J-pipes\|IBM Heritage Grill\|LG ZL1 10 Spoke Replica Wheels w/Goodyear Supercar G2 Tires\|Z/TA Rear Spoiler\|463RWHP/459RWTQ Tune by Dale Cherry