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> Replica Fuchs Wheels, how good (or bad) are they?
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post Aug 26 2009, 07:05 PM
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Get some Superlites and be done with it.
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post Aug 26 2009, 07:12 PM
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QUOTE(Downunderman @ Aug 26 2009, 05:05 PM) *

Get some Superlites and be done with it.


So Howard, are the Superlites cast or forged? I have also heard of something called pressure cast wheels? I guess these are better than just cast but not as good as forged.

Another question... When a wheel that is forged is modified such as taking it apart and welding the center in something wider like what Lindsey Racing or Weidman does, does that make it weaker or ???
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post Aug 26 2009, 07:24 PM
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If you have 2 grand you could try to talk that Iozzio dude on Bird Board to make you a set of Forged Fuch replicas. Those are pretty wheels he has been working on!

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post Aug 26 2009, 07:37 PM
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http://www.zuffenhaus.us/defaultNew.aspx

Saw these at the Historics, replicas Fuchs that are track wheels, they are so nice they do not appear as replica, and are set to do 15x9, 15X11, original or RSR finish, 17 inch as well. They also make a KILLER set of brakes, set to release in fall, $4000.00 for a set of replica 1973 911 RSR Brakes and rotors, front and rear, uses 930 hubs, or special adaptors. Even have the hand brake set up.
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post Aug 26 2009, 10:38 PM
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Performance Products sell those weltmiester wheels and they look nice, they even have 9 inch ones too and are supposed to fit the 914 with steel flares..they even have a package deal with some tires and four wheels, I almost bought a set till I found out shipping was like 650 dollars to me....
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post Aug 26 2009, 10:42 PM
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They are cast not forged, but used by lots of historic racers down here without any problems.
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post Aug 26 2009, 10:53 PM
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newinthebox 16 x 8' Fuchs replicas by Euromeister Price: $150 each
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=795781
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post Aug 26 2009, 10:53 PM
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This subject has had a lot of action on the bird board. With one poster saying the Rotas are gravity cast and thus not suited for competition. I have no clue as to which ones are the best, but if I had the money I would go with the Zuffenhaus ones linked above.
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post Aug 26 2009, 10:59 PM
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If you have 2 grand you could try to talk that Iozzio dude on Bird Board to make you a set of Forged Fuch replicas. Those are pretty wheels he has been working on!


They look great , FYI they are welded 2 piece wheels
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post Aug 27 2009, 10:31 AM
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You need to check out Lindsey Racing Wheels. They use original Fuchs to build wheels with custom offsets and diameters. Even 17".
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post Aug 27 2009, 11:16 AM
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QUOTE(TeenerTim @ Aug 27 2009, 08:31 AM) *

You need to check out Lindsey Racing Wheels. They use original Fuchs to build wheels with custom offsets and diameters. Even 17".


$700-$800 per wheel for something that i'll eventually replace anyways? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif)


I just want something nicer than my beaten cookie cutters for the street and while i'm in there get a bit more rubber.

I'll still use the other set of cookies with slicks for the track.
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post Aug 27 2009, 11:19 AM
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There are always good used forged fuchs on ebay ...... just be patient and one can find a set for almost the same price as those cast ones.
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post Aug 27 2009, 12:15 PM
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I've had best luck picking up singles......just takes a while to fill up a pair or in your case a set of 4.

Also, Wheel Enhancement had some new old stock ones a while back......grab your ankles when asking the price.
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post Aug 27 2009, 11:45 PM
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Andy, replicas are OK for your use. They can't be restored to a factory look wheel, but they will polish up fine. We have seen guys that even thought they had the real deal on their car that wanted them restored. You have to be a wheel nut to see the difference, just don't put on a pair of Fuchs and a pair of replicas, you will see a difference. Al Weidman
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post Aug 28 2009, 12:15 AM
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Andy, replicas are OK for your use. They can't be restored to a factory look wheel, but they will polish up fine. We have seen guys that even thought they had the real deal on their car that wanted them restored. You have to be a wheel nut to see the difference, just don't put on a pair of Fuchs and a pair of replicas, you will see a difference. Al Weidman


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post Aug 28 2009, 12:19 AM
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Except for Al Reed....he's the other opinion I would trust......
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post Aug 28 2009, 07:49 PM
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Since we are talking about wheel failures and people getting seriously hurt or dead as a result I think we should all remind ourselves that ANY wheel used on the track needs thorough and regular inspection for cracks.

Even if you are only a spirited street driver cleaning and inspecting your wheels at the same time as brake system maintenace is a good practice.

I'll add that while you (and I for that matter) may be picking up genuine wheels off Ebay we are talking about 20-30 year old wheels with unknown history. See above.

Cast wheels are not necessarily bad. When you make a cast wheel as a replica of a forged wheel and don't add some metal where necessary, that's bad. I have to wonder how much effort goes into the design of some of these replicas. I would think anything with a TUV would be safe.

Just some things to think about.

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post Aug 28 2009, 08:10 PM
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i like my Fuchs but i like my phone dials with the polished lips and black centers also.


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Except for Al Reed....he's the other opinion I would trust......


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