It sounds kinda like I am in the minority on this one but I think the 6" wheels and the small tires they require are what keep ITB so cheap...
It sounds kinda like I am in the minority on this one but I think the 6" wheels and the small tires they require are what keep ITB so cheap...
Mike Uhlinger
Actually, 15x7 stuff may be "cheaper".
Tires are a tad cheaper for 14"; for example a 205/50-15 Hoosier R6 retails for $210 versus a 205/55-14 (same circumference) retails for $197. But, if you went with 15x6 wheels then there's no savings in tires.
Plus, the popularity of 15x7 wheels means you have a lot more opportunity for better wheels at a lower price: 15x7 Enkei RFP-1 wheels at 9 pounds each can be had for $200 each, but they offer nothing in 14x6 or 15x6. Chris' examples above show you "can" get reasonable-weight wheels -- but not "optimal weight" at 9 pounds -- at a "reasonable" price -- but not $200 each. You can do that in 15x7.
Yeah, if you went 14x6 then in the long run you'll come out ahead cost-wise in tire savings, but if ultimate performance at a reasonable price is your goal (well, you "can" buy 14x6, 9# Volks for $450 each, but I don't think anyone would call that "reasonable") then you can't get there with 14x6 (or 15x6).
Let's face it: especially with Spec Miata in the ring, 15x7 is where it's at right now...go "there" and your options increase exponentially. - GA
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