zl1 replica wheel question... - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

TOYMARO · 03-05-2014, 05:51 PM

I searched and didnt find, so i hope this isnt a repeat.

Im thinking about zl1 replicas. Like the Phaseteks or the FR's. Brand undecided still.

These are "cheap" so they are cast right? (cheap as opposed to OEM)

Can I EVER take to track? Road or 1/4 mile. Im not a big track guy, but may get there once a year. Im a VERY spririted street drive. Back roads are fun.

Any problem with breakage? THose spokes are skinny.

Thanks for the help guys!!!!

RED_SS · 03-05-2014, 08:52 PM

Lots and lots of threads going over these wheels. I have the Factory Reps now for some time and I know many users have gotten them recently. They seem to be made very well and look/feel like a quality piece. I would recommend them, as Im sure many here would as well. I would say no problem with tracking.

Burn Notice24 · 03-05-2014, 09:04 PM

I have the LG ZR28 wheels and they are great. Definitely worth checking out. I drive spirited as well and usually take the back roads home 3 to 4 times a week and they have held up fine.

Ryanbabz71 · 03-05-2014, 09:09 PM

The ones phastek sells are factory reproduction brand

Ryan

cornerspeed92 · 03-05-2014, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryanbabz71

The ones phastek sells are factory reproduction brand

Ryan

Which would be a better rim?http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=292326
or phastek's?

13FastBlkSS · 03-05-2014, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by cornerspeed92

Which would be a better rim?http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=292326
or phastek's?

He is saying they are both from the same company. Phastek sells ZL1 replicas made by Factory Reproductions.

Sir Nuke · 03-06-2014, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by TOYMARO

These are "cheap" so they are cast right? (cheap as opposed to OEM)

Can I EVER take to track? Road or 1/4 mile. Im not a big track guy, but may get there once a year. Im a VERY spririted street drive. Back roads are fun.

Thanks for the help guys!!!!

just so you know.....both the OEM and the reproduction are cast. the difference is the actual materials they use, and you could most likely never get a definitive answer as to what they are.

TOYMARO · 03-06-2014, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Sir Nuke

just so you know.....both the OEM and the reproduction are cast. the difference is the actual materials they use, and you could most likely never get a definitive answer as to what they are.

OK. Yea, i thought OEM was cast but the way ppl talk about being stronger I had to ask.

2014CamaroZL1 · 03-06-2014, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Sir Nuke

just so you know.....both the OEM and the reproduction are cast. the difference is the actual materials they use, and you could most likely never get a definitive answer as to what they are.

Incorrect...the OEM are FORGED, not cast.

From the Chevy.com ZL1 section:
Wheels: Black 10-spoke forged aluminum wheels, 20" x 10" front and 20" x 11" rear

I just bought a set and can say that they are surprisingly light weight.
The FRs weigh 29.5 & 31 pounds, respectively.
The OEM have to be 10 pounds less each.

Jerry7297 · 03-06-2014, 09:18 AM

I have FR 20X10 style 41 offset +23 rims on my SS and AutoX them every month. No problems here.

Sir Nuke · 03-06-2014, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by 2014CamaroZL1

Incorrect...the OEM are FORGED, not cast.

From the Chevy.com ZL1 section:
Wheels: Black 10-spoke forged aluminum wheels, 20" x 10" front and 20" x 11" rear

I just bought a set and can say that they are surprisingly light weight.
The FRs weigh 29.5 & 31 pounds, respectively.
The OEM have to be 10 pounds less each.

oh....I shouldn't post this early in the morning.....I had to SS stock wheels in my mind after answering another thread....you are totally correct, the ZL1 wheels are FORGED. MY BAD!

Sir Nuke · 03-06-2014, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by TOYMARO

OK. Yea, i thought OEM was cast but the way ppl talk about being stronger I had to ask.

SEE THE ABOVE POST......but have no fear....there are a TON if cars running the cast OEM SS wheels on some very high powered cars....and I have never seen one come apart.....ever.

TOYMARO · 03-06-2014, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Jerry7297

I have FR 20X10 style 41 offset +23 rims on my SS and AutoX them every month. No problems here.

thanks! this is what i wanted to hear

. Personal exp.

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Originally Posted by Sir Nuke

SEE THE ABOVE POST......but have no fear....there are a TON if cars running the cast OEM SS wheels on some very high powered cars....and I have never seen one come apart.....ever.

I was more talking about the repros. ZL1 repros specifically. Thanks for the replies above!

MLAZ1990 · 03-06-2014, 10:46 PM

Does anyone know if the ZR28 wheels will fit on the V6 model? Shops have been telling me you can't fit a 10" wide wheel on the front...?

03-05-2014, 05:51 PM	#1
TOYMARO Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS 2SS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: here Posts: 591	zl1 replica wheel question... I searched and didnt find, so i hope this isnt a repeat. Im thinking about zl1 replicas. Like the Phaseteks or the FR's. Brand undecided still. These are "cheap" so they are cast right? (cheap as opposed to OEM) Can I EVER take to track? Road or 1/4 mile. Im not a big track guy, but may get there once a year. Im a VERY spririted street drive. Back roads are fun. Any problem with breakage? THose spokes are skinny. Thanks for the help guys!!!!

03-05-2014, 08:52 PM	#2
RED_SS Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Dallas Posts: 281	Lots and lots of threads going over these wheels. I have the Factory Reps now for some time and I know many users have gotten them recently. They seem to be made very well and look/feel like a quality piece. I would recommend them, as Im sure many here would as well. I would say no problem with tracking. __________________ 2013 SS - LS3 \| ADM Intake \| Stainless Power LTs \| 227/239 : 114 \| Ported TB \| Spintech Super Pro \| 160* Stat \| Hurst Short Throw \| 1LE Sways \| Factory ZL1 Reps \| Quality Motorsports Tune

03-05-2014, 09:09 PM	#4
Ryanbabz71 Drives: 2021 ZL1 1LE Satin Steel Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Brownsburg, Indiana Posts: 6,359 View My Garage	The ones phastek sells are factory reproduction brand Ryan __________________ Ryan 2021 ZL1 1LE Satin Steel Metallic Build Page: https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=632481

03-06-2014, 10:46 PM	#14
MLAZ1990 Drives: 2012 black camaro 2LS Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 3,023 View My Garage	ZR28 wheels Does anyone know if the ZR28 wheels will fit on the V6 model? Shops have been telling me you can't fit a 10" wide wheel on the front...?

03-05-2014, 09:04 PM	#3
Burn Notice24 Drives: 2012 Camaro Convertible Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Sugar Land, TX Posts: 387	I have the LG ZR28 wheels and they are great. Definitely worth checking out. I drive spirited as well and usually take the back roads home 3 to 4 times a week and they have held up fine.

03-06-2014, 09:18 AM	#10
Jerry7297 Drives: 2018 2SS/ 1LE Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Marcos TX Posts: 710 View My Garage	I have FR 20X10 style 41 offset +23 rims on my SS and AutoX them every month. No problems here.