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Steve1968LS2
10-12-2010, 07:25 PM
Thought I would share :)

Can't wait to get them wrapped in rubber and on the car.

We used blind Titanium fasteners to knock off a few pounds. Dave at Forgeline sent over this teaser picture.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/9foc5k-1.jpg
jocko124
10-12-2010, 07:27 PM
They look great. Just out of curiosity Steve, what was the turnaround time on these?
Steve1968LS2
10-12-2010, 07:42 PM
They look great. Just out of curiosity Steve, what was the turnaround time on these?

Pretty good right now.. I ordered them at the RTTH event.. so two, maybe three weeks.. they were done a week ago but I forgot to tell them about the Ti bolts.
Draginutz
10-12-2010, 08:04 PM
Very nice!
zbugger
10-12-2010, 08:25 PM
Damn.... I can't wait to see these on the car. I'll just continue playing the lottery so I can afford a set of my own. But till then, I'll also keep drooling over yours.
Vegas69
10-12-2010, 08:46 PM
I like your ideals. Reinvent the same car instead of building a new one. :idea:
DriverzInc
10-12-2010, 10:56 PM
Lookin' good Steve!
Jims78elky
10-13-2010, 01:32 AM
Steve, would you share the size and backspacing on those new wheels? They look amazing!

:cheers:


-Jim
YancyJohns
10-13-2010, 02:35 AM
Looking Good Steve, I can't wait to see them on at SEMA. With the new power plant, I hope you keep tires on them....hehe
ProdigyCustoms
10-13-2010, 02:45 AM
That new HTM finish has been selling very good for us. And that new DS3 is a killer design. But more then just good looks, REALLY strong also.

You get all the coolest new stuff!
srh3trinity
10-13-2010, 05:01 AM
Just working your way through the Forgeline catalog aren't you? I am interested to see how these are going to look on Penny.
jy211
10-13-2010, 05:14 AM
man I wish my pockets were as deep as yours! :)
Steve1968LS2
10-13-2010, 05:31 AM
I like your ideals. Reinvent the same car instead of building a new one. :idea:

It's cheaper and you end up with a better car since it's more sorted out..
Bryce
10-13-2010, 05:51 AM
Steve,

What is the weight?
Matt@BOS
10-13-2010, 08:50 AM
man I wish my pockets were as deep as yours! :)

You would probably crap your pants if you found out what kind of deal he got on those wheels... let's just say Bad Penny will give project UNFAIR a run for its money.

You're just living the dream Steve :) when your tires wear out and you decide its easier to replace everything, let me know what you want to do about this set. I really dig the finish on them, and the step lip too.

Matt
Neil B
10-13-2010, 11:18 AM
Another set of Forgelines? It seems like Penny is no different than any other girl when it comes to shoes...
jy211
10-13-2010, 11:26 AM
You would probably crap your pants if you found out what kind of deal he got on those wheels...
Matt

Must be nice I am sure :2nd:
Steve1968LS2
10-13-2010, 02:19 PM
To be honest there are a lot of wheels out there that I can get for free.. but I don't mind paying for Forgelines because they are just that damn good.

I will weigh them when they arrive.
Kybosh
10-13-2010, 02:51 PM
Great looking wheels. What is the weight savings on the titanium fasteners?
jocko124
10-13-2010, 02:54 PM
To be honest there are a lot of wheels out there that I can get for free.. but I don't mind paying for Forgelines because they are just that damn good.

Wow...that's a hell of an endorsement!
colt zantop
10-13-2010, 04:55 PM
those are SICK! I want those!
Steve1968LS2
10-13-2010, 06:00 PM
Great looking wheels. What is the weight savings on the titanium fasteners?

depends on the wheel.. anywhere from 1-2 pounds on the outer edge of the wheel.. falls into that "every little bit helps" area :)


Wow...that's a hell of an endorsement!

I really can't think of a better made wheel and Forgeline has always had great CS and treated me well, so why change?

Lots of great wheel companies out there though.. but once you get to this level they all provide the same performance, at that point you need to go with what you personally like visually and the companies CS record.
David Pozzi
10-13-2010, 09:03 PM
Steve,
I really like those! :)
LV42DAY
10-13-2010, 10:12 PM
To be honest there are a lot of wheels out there that I can get for free..

feel free to share your secret with the rest of us. i could use a free set of wheels :)
Steve1968LS2
10-14-2010, 06:15 AM
feel free to share your secret with the rest of us. i could use a free set of wheels :)

I can't remember the last set of free wheels I got.. :shrug:
jski67
10-14-2010, 08:55 AM
Sweet! I'm waiting on an almost matching set from Frank at Prodigy.

I liked a few of their designs that have half hardware showing so they're making me a set...unfortunately, I've got to wait a few extra weeks.

The billet centercap looks great...

Jason
olds87
10-14-2010, 11:07 AM
Nice looking wheels Steve. Are you taking your car to Firebird Raceway next weekend?

If so, are you going to give rides?
SIK02SS
10-15-2010, 08:39 AM
Have you sold the old wheels Steve?

New ones look great btw
PHXSPEED
10-26-2010, 03:30 PM
Those will look amazing on your car!
Steve1968LS2
10-26-2010, 07:48 PM
Front wheels weighed in at 21.9 lbs
Rear wheels came in at 24.7 lbs

Keep in mind this was with a bathroom scale.. should be close though
Steve1968LS2
10-26-2010, 07:49 PM
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/168so5c-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/2le5w6w-1.jpg
Bow Tie 67
10-27-2010, 08:17 AM
Ah I found the weights, 18 x 10 and 18 x 12 ?
MrQuick
10-27-2010, 10:07 AM
looks good steve, but penny looks naked...not thats a bad thing.
Steve1968LS2
10-27-2010, 07:05 PM
looks good steve, but penny looks naked...not thats a bad thing.

That's left to the individual's imagination.. lol
jocko124
10-27-2010, 07:39 PM
I really can't think of a better made wheel and Forgeline has always had great CS and treated me well, so why change?

Lots of great wheel companies out there though.. but once you get to this level they all provide the same performance, at that point you need to go with what you personally like visually and the companies CS record.

Well Steve,

based on your recommendation/endorsement of Forgeline, I just dropped my Rushforth order and ordered a set of Forgelines! (FS3P's in 18/19)
Steve1968LS2
10-27-2010, 07:45 PM
Well Steve,

based on your recommendation/endorsement of Forgeline, I just dropped my Rushforth order and ordered a set of Forgelines! (FS3P's in 18/19)

Go with what you like, but Rushforth makes a damn fine wheel.. :)
jocko124
10-27-2010, 08:01 PM
PM sent.
Blitz
11-02-2010, 05:40 PM
Geez...I could only wish.