I'm looking at options for another set of wheels plus probably another for rain, and wonder what the people run for track only use. Aside from commonly known performance street wheels I don't know much about the wheels people run on their B13/14/etc. for track use.

Thanks in advance.

Right now we run Kosei K1 15x7 with 225 45 15 hoosiers for our P10 but the rains are on slightly heavier 15x7s (weight not as important for rain tires IMHO)

..plan on running whatever is lightest and cheapest combined for the b13 once we have it built (most likely 15x7 but PERHAPS 15x8 if we can afford and find it)

Kosei, ATS, Pro Race 1.2, RPF-1, there are quite a few.

i have a set of Dynamic rims, they are so cheap but also lightweight (i think)
11 lbs each 15 x 6.5"

I have two sets of Kosei K1 racing. 13.5 lb. 15X7 38mm offset

I have one set of the Kosei K1 TS at about 10lb.

You may have clearance problems with 225 hoosiers but most other 225's will fit with a 4mm spacer.

I have a b13

My track tires are on 99 Miata wheels (15"). I had 8 left over from an aborted SSB effort. To get them to fit, it was necessary for the hub centers to be machined out.

At the time I went to them on my NX, lightweight wheels were few and far between. And at exactly 13.5lbs, they were considered light weigh. Not so today.

However they were manufactured by Enkei, who is a reputable high quality wheel producer. Like many OE wheels, Enkei's tend to stay true and balance without issues.

The downside is that the 99 Miata wheels are less than 7" wide. You shouldn't use them with 225's. However, they would likely work quite well with 205 rains.

Again, I went to them because they were what I had on had on hand that could work with little extra cost.

It would be a different story if I were out shagging for lap time trophies. Assuming deep pockets, I'd be looking for lightweight SSR's or Rays and a set of wide, sticky Hoosiers.

Otherwise I'd second previous support for Kosei's or any of the inexpensive wheels you see used in the spec Miata class (205/50-15 tire size). These guys do real world wheel strength testing every couple of races. I can think of no better place to solicit opinions or look for used wheels from changing teams!

Phil

I am using a set of Team Dynamics 15x7 30 offset on my B14. They are quite light.

I know Phils tire service has some $99 13lb rims for sale in 15x7 in various offsets. I have been looking at a set for myself

Enkie RPF-1's 15x7 9.5 lbs $199 at tire rack less than half the price of volks and the same weight.

The big problem with RP-F1's is they have less brake clearance than most 15" wheels.

Goodwinracing sells them for $179 and Discount Tire will beat their price. I know, because I just got a set.

C

The big problem with RP-F1's is they have less brake clearance than most 15" wheels.

Goodwinracing sells them for $179 and Discount Tire will beat their price. I know, because I just got a set.

C

Yeah I thought the 11" wilwood kits wouldn't fit under 15" rpf1's?

I use Kosei K1's 16 x 7.5 (they are for sale)

I also have used the 949 racing 6UL's. They are the straightest wheels I have ever bought and took less weight during balancing than anything I had previously used.I have not spent enough track time on them to say they are super strong, but any other miata and honda challenge racers are using them.

I believe Volk TE37's are probably the strongest most bend resistant wheels out there but that also comes at a price.

Yeah I thought the 11" wilwood kits wouldn't fit under 15" rpf1's?Nope, they won't fit, neither will 15" Panasports.

I also have used the 949 racing 6UL's. They are the straightest wheels I have ever bought and took less weight during balancing than anything I had previously used.In my opinion the 949's are the best 15" wheel on the market today. I've got them in 15x8 with 225/45-15's on my Miata. Emilio designed a real winner when he made these wheels. Hopefully he'll get to the point where they're available on a regular basis, and not just twice yearly group buys.

I have not spent enough track time on them to say they are super strong, but any other miata and honda challenge racers are using them.They were designed to be strong, and Emilio is continually improving them with each iteration of the wheel.

Steve,

Here's a few links I think you'll find useful:
http://philstireservice.com/#
http://949racing.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=2
http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda-Performance-Parts/Miata/Wheels-Tires/Wheels.html
http://forum.miata.net/vb/forumdisplay.php?f=12

C

ever any deals to be had on the 949 wheels?

anyone know?

ever any deals to be had on the 949 wheels?

anyone know?

Used, and even then they seem to fetch a decent price.

ever any deals to be had on the 949 wheels?

anyone know?No way Jose. Certain colors / sizes (especially Nickel and 15x9) often sell out of them BEFORE they're manufactured.

C

Real mean run RPF-1's because real mean run ITA with the tiny ad18 brakes :D

Nope, they won't fit, neither will 15" Panasports.

In my opinion the 949's are the best 15" wheel on the market today. I've got them in 15x8 with 225/45-15's on my Miata. Emilio designed a real winner when he made these wheels. Hopefully he'll get to the point where they're available on a regular basis, and not just twice yearly group buys.

They were designed to be strong, and Emilio is continually improving them with each iteration of the wheel.

Steve,

Here's a few links I think you'll find useful:
http://philstireservice.com/#
http://949racing.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=2
http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda-Performance-Parts/Miata/Wheels-Tires/Wheels.html
http://forum.miata.net/vb/forumdisplay.php?f=12

C

Thanks. Good tip on the FP1's, I looked at those but wasn't sure my 11" Wilwood would fit, one of the reasons I've been trying to just get another set of Traklites. Haven't seen the 949's no surprise there, I'll check them out. I may have to wait awhile to get what I really want, appreciate the links.

Enkie RPF-1's 15x7 9.5 lbs $199 at tire rack less than half the price of volks and the same weight.

Thanks Joe, one I just about pulled the trigger on but no one selling them could tell me if they fit over my front brakes. Seems like they would be otherwise a good deal, light and reasonable price.

I haven't tried my K1's on the SCC car, dunno if they fit over Wilwoods, and don't really want to strip the S03's off for comp tire use, have nothing to put on the other car which for now is DD use.

Very nice, looks like for a B13 since they don't do 7.5's anymore the rear may be tricky to fit...

Nissan Sentra B13 15x8 205/50/15 and 225/45/15 fit front. 15x7.5 rear with 205/50 requires slight fender rolling and 8mm spacer.

Nissan NX2000 B13 15x8 & 15x7 205/50/15 and 225/45/15 fit front. 15x7.5 rear with 205/50 requires slight fender roll, 195 on 15x7's fits 100%. 15x8 rear clears control arms but may require 5mm spacer for 205's to clear inner fender.

Nissan 200SX B14 15x8 & 15x7 205/50/15 and 225/45/15 fit front. +36 15x7.5 rear with 22545 or 205/50. 11" Fastbrakes fit with 5mm spacer

My track tires are on 99 Miata wheels (15"). I had 8 left over from an aborted SSB effort. To get them to fit, it was necessary for the hub centers to be machined out.

At the time I went to them on my NX, lightweight wheels were few and far between. And at exactly 13.5lbs, they were considered light weigh. Not so today.

However they were manufactured by Enkei, who is a reputable high quality wheel producer. Like many OE wheels, Enkei's tend to stay true and balance without issues.

The downside is that the 99 Miata wheels are less than 7" wide. You shouldn't use them with 225's. However, they would likely work quite well with 205 rains.

Again, I went to them because they were what I had on had on hand that could work with little extra cost.

It would be a different story if I were out shagging for lap time trophies. Assuming deep pockets, I'd be looking for lightweight SSR's or Rays and a set of wide, sticky Hoosiers.

Otherwise I'd second previous support for Kosei's or any of the inexpensive wheels you see used in the spec Miata class (205/50-15 tire size). These guys do real world wheel strength testing every couple of races. I can think of no better place to solicit opinions or look for used wheels from changing teams!

Phil

Thanks. TE37's are still on my short list for another pair, just kills me they're 2x the price of Motegi's and unless I can find a deal, cost as much as I actually paid for my LMGT4 19's on my G Coupe. K1's I just need to check fitment on the car I use for TT's.

Real mean run RPF-1's because real mean run ITA with the tiny ad18 brakes :D

I kind of have to stick with what Coleman put on the car for now, I hear you otherwise, my 2nd B13's brakes are still pretty good I just wouldn't want to run TT on some of the faster courses like NJMP Lightning, Turn 1 is enough of a challenge with the Wilwoods, brake as late as you dare, at least if you're alone. Usually in traffic it's not such a big deal but man, when you know you have the entire course there, end of a long straight; lift as late as you dare, brake as late as you can, and even if you screw it up badly, it's safer than it looks, clear runoff to the outside if you go farming. That whole course is just built to take risks, there isn't a place on it where should you go off you'd be in deep trouble - other than maybe the bridge which alone you'd have to be really unlucky.