loosing some LBS

[bradyb]

Im toying with the idea of changing out the rims and tires on my '09 4.6.

I like the look of the stock rims, they are fine and IMO compliment the car nicely.

Does anyone have advice on.. reducing the un sprung weight? will I see that much of a difference? I know tire compounds can change things allot, but what about the weight on each corner, anybody know the weight of the rims and or tires (stock)

thx

 

[scottdk]

Im toying with the idea of changing out the rims and tires on my '09 4.6.

I like the look of the stock rims, they are fine and IMO compliment the car nicely.

Does anyone have advice on.. reducing the un sprung weight? will I see that much of a difference? I know tire compounds can change things allot, but what about the weight on each corner, anybody know the weight of the rims and or tires (stock)

thx

I know the tires are 27 lbs per each tire for the OEM Dunlops, but not sure on the wheels, although I believe someone posted the specs you're looking for on this forum in the past. Not sure where though.....


235/50R18
Load Index 97 = 1609lbs (730kg) per tire
Speed Rating “V” = 149mph (240kph) 97V SLMax Load = 1,609 lbs
Max psi = 51 psi
Treadwear: 340
Traction: A
Temperature: A340 A A 1609 lbs.
51 psi
10/32"
27 lbs. 0-0" 7.5"
9.5"
NA
27.1"
770
Country of Origin "JP" = JAPANJP

 

[myasian]

OEM rim and tire each weighs 50.5 lbs

 

[Philth]

If you're looking for lighter wheels, look into forged wheels. They are both strong and light. Cost a bit of money though. I had some 18x8's on my SRT and they weighed in at 15 lbs each. Cost about $600 each though.

 

[maxmar04]

someone on here posted the weight of the tire and rim separated somewhere on this forum along time ago. ill try to find it but the search button is your friend