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Old 01-14-2011, 02:30 PM   #14
ekam
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Johnny Danger
I would have to see it to believe it, that any oem cast wheel weights in the 19-22 lbs. range. I understand that the Carrera "lights" are pretty svelte. However, those are specs more akin to the lightest one piece forged aftermarket designs.
There's wide margin on quality casting and forging between different manufacturers. Forging may not necessary be lighter than quality casting, there are a few lightweight cast wheels out there.

That's also why they cost $600 each discounted.

OZ Superlegerra - cast - 18x8" - 18lbs!!!

http://www.europeancarweb.com/tech/0212ec_yokohama_oz_superleggera_wheels/index.html

http://www.measurespeed.com/oz-rims-wheel-weight.php

Last edited by ekam; 01-14-2011 at 02:35 PM.
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