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moiy1983 · 05-19-2012, 11:41 AM

Im trying to decide between the Bogarts RR-10 or the Welds RT-S. My car is lowered 1" so I know the Welds require a BMR lower control arm to clear it. I dont think the Bogarst have that issue.The Welds seem to be the cheaper way out but I wanted to know the weight on both wheels to compare. I know theres no bad choice between the two but im still leaning towards the bogarts because its a better looking wheel in my opinion but I would like to know what you guys think. Thanks.

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Weld RT-S

BigHemiSrt · 05-19-2012, 11:50 AM

Like you said man you cant go wrong with either. Almost everyone i kno runs bogarts. Me personally i like the look of the weld wheel.

2010 SSRS · 05-19-2012, 11:58 AM

Definitely the Bogarts

Cal 20112SS · 05-19-2012, 12:47 PM

I wanted Bogart but they're not recommended for a daily driver so I went with the 17's Weld RTS series. I'm not lowered but I ordered the BMR LCA's anyway. Hoosiers up front. 315 Mickey Thompsons in the rear.

BigHemiSrt · 05-19-2012, 12:51 PM

Ive heard if u ask the guys at Bogart they can make you a set thats strong enough for street use.

Cal 20112SS · 05-19-2012, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by BigHemiSrt

Ive heard if u ask the guys at Bogart they can make you a set thats strong enough for street use.

Yep they told me that too. Can't go wrong with either one. Bogarts are badass.

*SSE 4 2SS* · 05-19-2012, 12:54 PM

As was mentioned before, You can't go wrong with either one... Personally, I went with the Weld's... Love em... my car is lowered, and I did put the adjustable LCA's on...

calculator0512 · 05-19-2012, 02:04 PM

the bogarts in a 16 inch wheel will need the lower control arm clearanced.
you can heat and hammer in the clearance or you can cut out the rubbing section.

Mud · 05-20-2012, 12:06 AM

I like them both but I'd prefer the Welds. That wheel just screams musclecar.

moiy1983 · 05-20-2012, 05:39 PM

I like both of them. I wanting to know if anyone has the weight specs on the welds and the bogarts.Thanks!

HufferSS · 05-20-2012, 05:53 PM

Bogarts all the way. The Welds just look odd...and they don't fit without a big F'in hammer or a torch.

camslambam · 05-20-2012, 06:15 PM

RTS

Supercharged SS · 05-20-2012, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by HufferSS

Bogarts all the way. The Welds just look odd...and they don't fit without a big F'in hammer or a torch.

Wait, we actually agree on something!

Shit, Now I know the end of the world is coming. The Bogarts do look like a much better built wheel but thats just my opinion. I've had my share of Bogarts and wouldn't think twice about another wheel. I'm sorry I don't have the weight handy but is it floating around this site somewhere.

Bogarts for the win!

MagnusKrans · 05-20-2012, 07:50 PM

^^ love the sidewall wrinkle and the front end lifting in this shot !! bad ass!

Supercharged SS · 05-20-2012, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by MagnusKrans

^^ love the sidewall wrinkle and the front end lifting in this shot !! bad ass!

So you like the wrinkle look, eh?

MagnusKrans · 05-20-2012, 08:41 PM

awesome!

blazzin1 · 05-21-2012, 08:51 AM

If you are looking for a dedicated track wheel, then by all means, get the Bogarts. If you want something a little more affordable that you can also drive on the street without worrying about every little bump in the road, then get the RT-S wheels. I love my Welds!!!

17x5.0 Weld RT-S = 16.2 lbs.
17x10.0 Weld RT-S = 19.3 lbs.

Sorry, I can't help you with the weight on the Bogarts...I'm sure they might be a pound or two lighter.

moiy1983 · 05-21-2012, 05:03 PM

Ok I verified the weight on Bogarts the front 17x5 weigh 16.2lbs and the rear weigh 19.2lbs. I'm just gonna go with the welds. They both look awesome so i know Ill be happy either way. The pricing on the welds are alot better even if you have to buy the lower controll arm.

moiy1983 · 05-21-2012, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by blazzin1

If you are looking for a dedicated track wheel, then by all means, get the Bogarts. If you want something a little more affordable that you can also drive on the street without worrying about every little bump in the road, then get the RT-S wheels. I love my Welds!!!

17x5.0 Weld RT-S = 16.2 lbs.
17x10.0 Weld RT-S = 19.3 lbs.

Sorry, I can't help you with the weight on the Bogarts...I'm sure they might be a pound or two lighter.

Blazzin1 do have problems with the black finish on the Welds?

Cal 20112SS · 05-21-2012, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by moiy1983

Ok I verified the weight on Bogarts the front 17x5 weigh 16.2lbs and the rear weigh 19.2lbs. I'm just gonna go with the welds. They both look awesome so i know Ill be happy either way. The pricing on the welds are alot better even if you have to buy the lower controll arm.

Good choice. I'm not lowered and I have a ton of clearance. Just bolted them on and drove home.

blazzin1 · 05-21-2012, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by moiy1983

Blazzin1 do have problems with the black finish on the Welds?

Nope, no problems with the finish yet. But mine are still pretty new, only had them for a few months now. Mine cleared the stock LCA's, but it was very close, I only had about 1/4" clearance. I bought the BMR LCA's just to give me a little more comfort room, I'm sitting at about 1/2" now.

moiy1983 · 05-30-2012, 09:30 PM

Is anyone lowered and running M&H 4.5x28 17 runners?

moiy1983 · 05-31-2012, 03:58 PM

Whipped416 · 10-13-2012, 05:58 PM

anyone running 17" bogarts with pfadt springs? i am wondering if im gonna need to change my lca's?

Supercharged SS · 10-13-2012, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Whipped416

anyone running 17" bogarts with pfadt springs? i am wondering if im gonna need to change my lca's?

I think you'll be fine. I've never heard of a lowered car and Bogart issue. Worse case you'll have to notch the LCA's. Takes 5 minutes. I had to do minw when I went to 16's. Everything is packaged and ready to go!!!

05-19-2012, 11:41 AM	#1
moiy1983 Drives: 2010 camaro ss/rs Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cleveland tx Posts: 262	Bogarts or Welds RT-S? Im trying to decide between the Bogarts RR-10 or the Welds RT-S. My car is lowered 1" so I know the Welds require a BMR lower control arm to clear it. I dont think the Bogarst have that issue.The Welds seem to be the cheaper way out but I wanted to know the weight on both wheels to compare. I know theres no bad choice between the two but im still leaning towards the bogarts because its a better looking wheel in my opinion but I would like to know what you guys think. Thanks. Bogart RR-10 Weld RT-S Last edited by moiy1983; 05-19-2012 at 11:53 AM.

05-19-2012, 11:58 AM	#3
2010 SSRS R.I.P. jesserayjames Drives: 2010 IOM 2SSRS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Warwick,RI Posts: 111,916 View My Garage	Definitely the Bogarts __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

05-19-2012, 12:47 PM	#4
Cal 20112SS Work hard. Play Harder! Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Coconut Creek, FL Posts: 1,242	I wanted Bogart but they're not recommended for a daily driver so I went with the 17's Weld RTS series. I'm not lowered but I ordered the BMR LCA's anyway. Hoosiers up front. 315 Mickey Thompsons in the rear. __________________ DOD/VVT Delete, L99 to LS3 Conversion, LSR CAI, LG Motorsport LT Headers & Exhaust, FAST 102 LSX-R Intake, FAST Billet Fuel Rails, VMAX Ported TB, VMAX Velocity Ring, DRM Oil Cap Breather, HPS Custom Comp Cam, Comp Pushrods, LS7 Lifters, LS3 Head Bolts, Patriot Extreme 600 Lift Dual Valve Springs-w Titanium Retainers, Yank 3200 Converter, Elite Engineering Tunnel Brace, DMH Electric Cutouts, Weld RTS Drag Wheels, Hoosiers up front, Mickey Thompsons for the launch. Built and tuned by Horsepower Sales of Florida. You will be missed girl! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZ9ffVNg6VI

05-19-2012, 12:54 PM	#7
SSE 4 2SS Boosted Moderator Drives: LS-3 429 TT with other odds-n-ends Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kyle Tx Posts: 11,448	As was mentioned before, You can't go wrong with either one... Personally, I went with the Weld's... Love em... my car is lowered, and I did put the adjustable LCA's on... __________________

05-20-2012, 12:06 AM	#9
Mud In Mud We Trust Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: 'murica Posts: 539	I like them both but I'd prefer the Welds. That wheel just screams musclecar. __________________ __________________ 2010 2SS/RS, LS3 -Hurst Shifter -American Racing Torq Thrust/Anthracite -CAI Intake

05-19-2012, 11:50 AM	#2
BigHemiSrt Account Suspended Drives: 07 Dodge Charger SRT8 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: In Space Posts: 616	Like you said man you cant go wrong with either. Almost everyone i kno runs bogarts. Me personally i like the look of the weld wheel.

05-19-2012, 12:51 PM	#5
BigHemiSrt Account Suspended Drives: 07 Dodge Charger SRT8 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: In Space Posts: 616	Ive heard if u ask the guys at Bogart they can make you a set thats strong enough for street use.

05-19-2012, 02:04 PM	#8
calculator0512 Banned Drives: camaro Join Date: May 2012 Location: NY Posts: 21	the bogarts in a 16 inch wheel will need the lower control arm clearanced. you can heat and hammer in the clearance or you can cut out the rubbing section.

05-20-2012, 05:39 PM	#10
moiy1983 Drives: 2010 camaro ss/rs Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cleveland tx Posts: 262	I like both of them. I wanting to know if anyone has the weight specs on the welds and the bogarts.Thanks!

05-20-2012, 05:53 PM	#11
HufferSS I Wanna Go Faster!! Drives: 2011 2SS Synergy Green M6 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: SC Posts: 3,339	Bogarts all the way. The Welds just look odd...and they don't fit without a big F'in hammer or a torch. __________________ Built by Vengeance Racing 9.31@154.81 mph Procharger F1-X RPM Level 7 4L80e + Coan Converter Hendrix 9" Rear Axle + 3.50 Gear ARH 2" LTs+3.5" Exhaust Fore Fuel System, Bogarts + Hoosier Slicks Pfadt Drag Pack Suspension My Build Thread \| Best Pass To Date

05-20-2012, 06:15 PM	#12
camslambam Account Suspended Drives: 2010 SS, 06 SRT10 Ram Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: C. America Posts: 1,668	RTS

05-20-2012, 07:50 PM	#14
MagnusKrans Drives: 2011 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 101	^^ love the sidewall wrinkle and the front end lifting in this shot !! bad ass! __________________ 2011 1SS/RS L99 VR - - Livernois 2c-hl cam, Livernois stage 2 heads, ported intake, ported TB, CAI intake, ADM scoop, Stainless Works 1-7/8" headers w/ hfc, Magnaflow 3" exhaust. - - 451 rwhp/411 rwtq - -

05-20-2012, 08:41 PM	#16
MagnusKrans Drives: 2011 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 101	awesome! __________________ 2011 1SS/RS L99 VR - - Livernois 2c-hl cam, Livernois stage 2 heads, ported intake, ported TB, CAI intake, ADM scoop, Stainless Works 1-7/8" headers w/ hfc, Magnaflow 3" exhaust. - - 451 rwhp/411 rwtq - -

05-21-2012, 08:51 AM	#17
blazzin1 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: West Fargo, ND Posts: 3,285 View My Garage	If you are looking for a dedicated track wheel, then by all means, get the Bogarts. If you want something a little more affordable that you can also drive on the street without worrying about every little bump in the road, then get the RT-S wheels. I love my Welds!!! 17x5.0 Weld RT-S = 16.2 lbs. 17x10.0 Weld RT-S = 19.3 lbs. Sorry, I can't help you with the weight on the Bogarts...I'm sure they might be a pound or two lighter. Attached Images Last edited by blazzin1; 05-21-2012 at 01:09 PM.

05-21-2012, 05:03 PM	#18
moiy1983 Drives: 2010 camaro ss/rs Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cleveland tx Posts: 262	Ok I verified the weight on Bogarts the front 17x5 weigh 16.2lbs and the rear weigh 19.2lbs. I'm just gonna go with the welds. They both look awesome so i know Ill be happy either way. The pricing on the welds are alot better even if you have to buy the lower controll arm.

05-30-2012, 09:30 PM	#22
moiy1983 Drives: 2010 camaro ss/rs Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cleveland tx Posts: 262	Is anyone lowered and running M&H 4.5x28 17 runners?

05-31-2012, 03:58 PM	#23
moiy1983 Drives: 2010 camaro ss/rs Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cleveland tx Posts: 262

10-13-2012, 05:58 PM	#24
Whipped416 Drives: 2010 CAMARO SS Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 1,424 View My Garage	anyone running 17" bogarts with pfadt springs? i am wondering if im gonna need to change my lca's? __________________