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Most of you know me from when the F-TYPE was first launched when I was still an employee of JLRNA.
We know the struggle is real when it comes to aftermarket support especially rims for the F-TYPE. The OEM wheels weigh too much leaving us very few options. I am currently working with a manufacturer that is well known in the track community, have had their wheels published across multiple channels and most importantly, use a 100% forging process to produce their wheels. Most wheels are either cast, flow formed or "rotary' forged.
Their wheels start off using a solid cylinder of aircraft grade 6061 aluminum pressurized with 10,000 tons of pressure, gear cut knurled bead seat, rigid spoke tracer, reinforced inner rim flange ensure strength, reduced weight and maximized performance fitment. These will be compatible with the upgraded brakes of the F-TYPE "S" and "R".
Actual sizing would be similar to the OEM 20" wheels with slightly more aggressive offsets so that the need for adapters or spacers will not be needed. Target weight would be approximately 22-25lbs per wheel with pricing in the low to mid $3k range. Again this is for a 100% forged wheel. Minimum commitment would be 10 sets of the same style and color and lead time would be approximately 4-6 months as this will be a custom run. I can release additional details of the company once I've gauged enough interest but their applications include performance vehicles from Porsche to Ferrari.
The proposed styles are as pictured below. This isn't including the final color and style of the rim. Personally for me, I like #1. But please vote at the top! Style 1 Style 2
Last edited by WhiteTardis; 05-06-2021 at 02:04 PM.
Style 1 are similar to the vorsteiner vff 103's I have on my car (after seeing them on a build thread on here). Look fantastic, easy to clean too, though they only come in 19 or 21.
I would certainly be interested if there was something a little more unique. These are the same things you see on every car IMO.
The more unique you want, the less general interest you'll have. I'm looking for something that is symmetrical (the asymmetry of some patterns really rubs me the wrong way) and that doesn't have radial spokes. I like the "Centrifuge" pattern I've got, but would like them in 20", wider, and lighter. I'll settle for either of these. Noting I saw offered from other manufacturers really grabbed me. These are acceptable.
fewer spokes, so that the rotors and calipers can be seen better;
thinnish spokes, for the same reason;
easy cleaning, so no hard to get at crevasses or little fancy bits to collect brake dust or take the skin off my hands when I'm cleaning them (I found the Centrifuges were a bit of a pain for that);
nothing sticking out over or too close to the Rim which might get knocked on a kerb;
a deep dish.
So essentially I look to idiot proof my wheels, though I still managed to knock some paint off one of mine coming out of a shopping centre carpark.
Runnin 19" Centrifuge now....#2 suits me...as previous post points out that this "design" is somewhat common, generally speaking. Weight and cost may help determine my decision.
Thanks WT for the info....you are very knowledgeable IMO.
Both style 1 and 2 are present on BBS (FI-R/CH) (i successfully installed the CH II 21" with custom made adaptors and fender shaving due clearances for the CCB's/ Offset, difficult task).
I also would like to see other design style than those and option for CCB's to justify the upgrade.
The more unique you want, the less general interest you'll have.
Won't argue that at all, but there are like 20+ wheel options out there in this exact style. I'd love a nice 5 or 6 spoke wheel that was simple and tasteful.
Won't argue that at all, but there are like 20+ wheel options out there in this exact style. I'd love a nice 5 or 6 spoke wheel that was simple and tasteful.
Tardis,
Is there a reason why you aren’t looking at the VS Forged options than are the same price and weight?
There isn't enough information on that company. They're also a collaboration between two other companies ..Vertini and Stance; hence the "VS" name. Both companies make mediocre rims and have mixed reviews. VS's website also has little to no information on how their rims are made. Although a quick search on Google indicates they aren't a true forged rim. I've put VelocityAP and the wheel company I'm working with in touch so we've got something in the works.
05-06-2021, 01:37 PM
Gauging Interest *FORGED Wheels*
