How come forged wheel companies dont make traditional mag looking wheels?

[Nicks67GTO]

It seems most of the forged wheel companies go with a very european looking wheel design. Im not against it and I think it looks great on some cars but its just not really my thing. I was wondering why none of the forged wheel companies have tried to put out a 5 spoke mag looking wheel? Ive seen plenty of 5 spoke wheels but none of them are reminiscent of a Mag G or a TTII. Most of the cast wheels are pretty heavy but the look is timeless. Just wondering I guess.....

[LS1-IROC]

I think if you look around hard enough you will find some high end forged wheels in the styles you are seeking.

On the other hand, why would someone want to pay $4K for a set of good forged wheels only to look like a set of $150 cast wheel?

[Formula43wheel]

We can make a retro style wheel if the market wants it. For us, like any manufacturer, we have an investment in design, engineering, tooling, testing and then marketing.

I'm a big fan of the retro, vintage style race wheels from the 60's and early 70's on the Trans Am cars and Can-Am cars. One styling issue that doesn't always work is turning a 15" wheel design into a 18" + diameter. I love 15" GM rally wheels, but I don't care for them in 18" or bigger, for me they just lose the appeal.

We look to you guys for input on what you want. What I like doesn't mean the end consumer always cares for it, so I do appreciate the feedback.

I went to a local car show here in Livonia yesterday and took some pics of this 69'. Stunning restoration with I believe the correct rally wheels.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/06/20140608153724_zps29e4eab6-1.jpg

[mikewoods]

I think there is a big market for period correct wheels in larger sizes with custom backspacing/offsets. I know YearOne makes them, but you're stuck with 4.5 BS in a 8" wheel and 5" BS in a 9" wheel. If I could get a set of 17" or 18" Pontiac Rally II wheels with the correct backspacing I would be all over them.

[rchaskin]

It seems most of the forged wheel companies go with a very european looking wheel design. Im not against it and I think it looks great on some cars but its just not really my thing. I was wondering why none of the forged wheel companies have tried to put out a 5 spoke mag looking wheel? Ive seen plenty of 5 spoke wheels but none of them are reminiscent of a Mag G or a TTII. Most of the cast wheels are pretty heavy but the look is timeless. Just wondering I guess.....

Just get the Mag-Gs.......LOL
You won't be disappointed.

[Peter Mc Mahon]

hope I'm not hi-jacking here, but anyone know who makes a 'nascar' styled 18" wheel?
Thanks.

[Nicks67GTO]

Just get the Mag-Gs.......LOL
You won't be disappointed.

Haha....yeah I'm going to. After looking at so many wheels for so long, I was just kind of curious?

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

can I add to the rant.... MINILITES..

a good looking minilite in a 3 piece!... the best I could do was these newgens.. but I wanted 18s from the jump.. remember.. 3 piece.

[bonspeedbrad]

can I add to the rant.... MINILITES..

a good looking minilite in a 3 piece!... the best I could do was these newgens.. but I wanted 18s from the jump.. remember.. 3 piece.

We can make you a minilite type wheel called the (bonspeed RaceLite), just call me making another set now for a customer in 18" 2 or 3pc

[iadr]

We can make you a minilite type wheel called the (bonspeed RaceLite), just call me making another set now for a customer in 18" 2 or 3pc

That didn't Google up a pic... I'm interested to see

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

pics or youre lying, Brad.. pics.. or youre lying..

[bonspeedbrad]

pics or youre lying, Brad.. pics.. or youre lying..

Ok, ok bust my chops, its NEW and we only have one pic so far.
I am machining a set now for a PT.com member and have it programmed in 3pc also.

97365

The RaceLite from bonspeed Wheels available in 2 piece or 3 piece

[bonspeedbrad]

Just posted a pic of RaceLite

[SSLance]

It seems most of the forged wheel companies go with a very european looking wheel design. Im not against it and I think it looks great on some cars but its just not really my thing. I was wondering why none of the forged wheel companies have tried to put out a 5 spoke mag looking wheel? Ive seen plenty of 5 spoke wheels but none of them are reminiscent of a Mag G or a TTII. Most of the cast wheels are pretty heavy but the look is timeless. Just wondering I guess.....

I struggled with wheels for my car as well and finally found these Rallys by Billet Specialties

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/06/PS30_Rally-1.png

http://www.billetspecialties.com/wheels/rt-performer-rally/wheels/rally/

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/06/DSC04439JPG-1.jpg

[srh3trinity]

Look at Weld's new lineup.

[Hugger67RSSS]

Those race lites make me want to sell my new wheels... Can you make them in stepped lip?

[BEEBE]

Nicks67GTO - U.S. Mags makes vintage styled Forged wheels.... Check um out , even a Rally II Style ;) - http://www.mhtwheels.com/mht-luxury-alloy-wheels.cfm?id=647

97372

[GRIMMEY71]

Sexy RaceLites. Price please on 18x9 and 18x12

[bonspeedbrad]

Those race lites make me want to sell my new wheels... Can you make them in stepped lip?

I have not programmed the RaceLite for Step lip yet, but let me see what I can do?

[bonspeedbrad]

Since this thread was talking about retro styles here are two we manufacture.
Both shown with optional powder coat, they are available in 17" - 20" sizes and
always custom machined from solid billet forgings to your selected backspace.

THE ICON
97496

THE PONY
97497

ICON 18/20 Combo on 1970 Chevelle
97498

97500

[Formula43wheel]

can I add to the rant.... MINILITES..

a good looking minilite in a 3 piece!... the best I could do was these newgens.. but I wanted 18s from the jump.. remember.. 3 piece.

I'm a fan of the mini lite as well. It looks good in 18". How about a 3-piece, cast magnesium center with exposed ARP, stainless bolts for a newer/modern look?

[drktrrs]

I love my CCWs but after seeing those RaceLites I think a second set of wheels may be in the cards.