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technologyxfc · 03-08-2015, 03:04 AM

So I got my wheels way before I added mods to my vehicle. I am now regretting ever buying my wheels due to the weight. I've been looking at Forgeline, I really like their designs and the fact that their wheels are MUCH lighter. What other brands offer the same quality?? I am also looking for a wheel I can keep the same set up (white paint, chrome lip) but much, much lighter. Anything helps. Brands, tires, sizes etc. thanks

Btw My wheels are 22" Asanti af162

Dyk-NO · 03-08-2015, 05:12 AM

so you want lighter wheels for track use? what's your budget?

revived · 03-08-2015, 05:20 AM

your seeing huge weight increases because those are not a performance wheel, and you went up in diameter by 2" from factory. Im not sure what those weight in comparision to stock wheels but you should look into going back to a 20" size this will help maybe you can keep the same model of wheel just lower it back down to 20"

technologyxfc · 03-08-2015, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Dyk-NO

so you want lighter wheels for track use? what's your budget?

Yea something a lot lighter. Not specifically for track use but more for daily driving, cruising on weekends. So reliable and aggressive no matter where I am lol any recommended wheels?

technologyxfc · 03-08-2015, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by revived

your seeing huge weight increases because those are not a performance wheel, and you went up in diameter by 2" from factory. Im not sure what those weight in comparision to stock wheels but you should look into going back to a 20" size this will help maybe you can keep the same model of wheel just lower it back down to 20"

I am considering even 19 inch wheels but I do not want anything like the stocks. I want something that will still have the custom look. I really like the forgeline step lip wheel with fat tires but for now that's all I know. I was looking into something just as good

Thank you guys for all the input so far

UF4LIFE102SS · 03-08-2015, 03:41 PM

Forgestar is lighter and way cheaper. Might not be Forgeline quality.

revived · 03-08-2015, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by technologyxfc

I am considering even 19 inch wheels but I do not want anything like the stocks. I want something that will still have the custom look. I really like the forgeline step lip wheel with fat tires but for now that's all I know. I was looking into something just as good

Thank you guys for all the input so far

I really think 20" is too big aswell for a performance standpoint. I have boze wheels there made from 6061-t6 aluminum so they are very light but there is lighter out there for sure. Forgelines are nice.

19" is ideal as you wont lower the car too much like a 18" setup will.

Q'smuscle · 03-08-2015, 08:53 PM

Vossen , concept one , MHT, TSW , ace and konig wheels are all light wheels! I love the Vossen wheels!

joesfast1 · 03-08-2015, 08:56 PM

The mmr z28 replica wheels in 19in would look good

Q'smuscle · 03-08-2015, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by revived

your seeing huge weight increases because those are not a performance wheel, and you went up in diameter by 2" from factory. Im not sure what those weight in comparision to stock wheels but you should look into going back to a 20" size this will help maybe you can keep the same model of wheel just lower it back down to 20"

There are 22's that weight less than our Stock SS 20 inch wheels! So size doesn't matter if it's just 2 inches.

Mean Green Z28 · 03-08-2015, 09:41 PM

It may be lighter, but where is it lighter? The hub/spokes or the barrel? the moment created by the placement of the weight matters too.

ModBargains.com · 03-10-2015, 02:26 PM

Forgeline makes some phenomenal looking wheels, and if you're looking for something very lightweight then that would be a good place to start. I've got a lot of the good options listed here and then some if you want to PM me directly -

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=387615

If you're looking for similar or better quality than Forgeline, HRE Forged makes great wheels too, some of which are around the same price point as Forgeline, some others will be a higher pricepoint to what Forgeline has, but it's also worth a look -

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385016

Hope that helps!

technologyxfc · 03-10-2015, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ModBargains.com

Forgeline makes some phenomenal looking wheels, and if you're looking for something very lightweight then that would be a good place to start. I've got a lot of the good options listed here and then some if you want to PM me directly -

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=387615

If you're looking for similar or better quality than Forgeline, HRE Forged makes great wheels too, some of which are around the same price point as Forgeline, some others will be a higher pricepoint to what Forgeline has, but it's also worth a look -

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385016

Hope that helps!

Perfect! i will definitely be looking into it. its my next move thanks for all the help!

03-08-2015, 03:04 AM	#1
technologyxfc Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Summit White Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hawthorne, Ca Posts: 27	New wheels, need help! So I got my wheels way before I added mods to my vehicle. I am now regretting ever buying my wheels due to the weight. I've been looking at Forgeline, I really like their designs and the fact that their wheels are MUCH lighter. What other brands offer the same quality?? I am also looking for a wheel I can keep the same set up (white paint, chrome lip) but much, much lighter. Anything helps. Brands, tires, sizes etc. thanks Btw My wheels are 22" Asanti af162 Attached Images __________________ *2012 Camaro SS Bolt onsCam3.91 gearsHRE wheels*

03-08-2015, 05:12 AM	#2
Dyk-NO Trust me I'm a Scientist. Drives: My wifey ;P Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,118 View My Garage	so you want lighter wheels for track use? what's your budget? __________________ "From ZERO to a Tire-Burning HERO!" Mods: RotoFab CAI, SW Headers, HiFlo Cats, Borla Atak Catback, Nightfury Cam, Ported Heads,Intake,TB, melling pump, Morosso Oil Separator.

03-08-2015, 05:20 AM	#3
revived Vrrrm. Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: MA Posts: 1,495	your seeing huge weight increases because those are not a performance wheel, and you went up in diameter by 2" from factory. Im not sure what those weight in comparision to stock wheels but you should look into going back to a 20" size this will help maybe you can keep the same model of wheel just lower it back down to 20" __________________

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UF4LIFE102SS Treasure Coast Camaro 5 Drives: 2010 2 SS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Vero Beach, FL. Posts: 4,239 View My Garage	Forgestar is lighter and way cheaper. Might not be Forgeline quality. __________________

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Q'smuscle Account Suspended Drives: 2011 Camaro VR 2SS/RS & Impala Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Riverside,ca Posts: 5,342 View My Garage	Vossen , concept one , MHT, TSW , ace and konig wheels are all light wheels! I love the Vossen wheels! Last edited by Q'smuscle; 03-08-2015 at 09:22 PM.

03-08-2015, 08:56 PM	#9
joesfast1 Drives: 2014 1LE Blue ray Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: San Diego Posts: 228	The mmr z28 replica wheels in 19in would look good

03-08-2015, 09:41 PM	#11
Mean Green Z28 Drives: 2010 2SS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 941 View My Garage	It may be lighter, but where is it lighter? The hub/spokes or the barrel? the moment created by the placement of the weight matters too. __________________ 2010 2SS - CAI Intake, ADM Scoop, RotoFab Washer relo. LT Headers and off-road pipes, X-pipe, Muffler Deletes, ZL1 Spoiler, Technostalgia Tail-lights '98 T/A (Sold) - Forged 6.0ltr, MS3, P&P'd Heads/Valves, 90MM FAST/TB, Headers, 3" Y-pipe, 4" Mufflex Catback. Koni Adjustables w/GC coilovers (550/175), Strano Sway Bars '94 Z28 (Sold) ... LS1 swap (basically same setup as the T/A), TH350/3500 stall ... swapped it all into the T/A -- >> Some of my Projects My Fquick Page

03-10-2015, 02:26 PM	#12
ModBargains.com Drives: Widebody 2013 Mustang GT Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd. Unit C, La Habra, Ca 90631 Posts: 2,848	Forgeline makes some phenomenal looking wheels, and if you're looking for something very lightweight then that would be a good place to start. I've got a lot of the good options listed here and then some if you want to PM me directly - http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=387615 If you're looking for similar or better quality than Forgeline, HRE Forged makes great wheels too, some of which are around the same price point as Forgeline, some others will be a higher pricepoint to what Forgeline has, but it's also worth a look - http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385016 Hope that helps!