wheels are not rated for that kind of weight. It was worth a shot. But
thank for that link, you dont mind me asking how much you paid for them?
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, wrote:
> I think we are missing the point of having Mag wheels on these cars
(Honda
> 600 Sedan and Coupe) in the first place. It is to reduce un-sprung
weight,
> looks is a secondary issue. Aluminum light weight rims reduce un-sprung
> weight which saves gas while increasing performance. I even use a
1/4 inch
> spacer behind the rear rims to bring the wheel out a bit. It really
helps
> with the turns.
> Bill
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]On Behalf Of wanna600
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> Subject: Re: [2cylinderhondas] ATV Wheels?
> Although I don't drive with these wheels on the street, i do run a set
> of these when I'm autocrossing.
http://www.speedpartz.com/real_10_inch_ ... ourpin.htm
> I got the 10x6 size, with the proper bolt pattern drilled already, I
> just had to countersink the holes so I could use the stock lug nut.
> The inner wall is 1/2 inch think aluminum, and they use these wheels
> for mini sprints on dirt tracks (very abusive environment). I called
> up the manufacturer of the wheels, and they said, "1200 lb car? - no
> problem!"
> I think that race wheels are going to be plenty strong and safe, but
> not DOT approved simply because that process takes time, money, and
> adds liability to the manufacturer of the wheel.
> For a wheel manufacturer, the bigger market for 10" wheels is going to
> be race cars, not honda 600's. They have no reason to go through the
> hassle of DOT approval to sell such limited quantities.
> I've almost worn out 1 set of slicks mounted on these wheels, and they
> show no signs of fatigue.
> Still, ATV wheels are another application all together... very abusive
> environment, but much lighter vehicle. without seeing the
> construction, I'd be nervous about buying a set of wheels that could
> be made way too light for pothole/1200 lb car abuse.
> BTW, check out Kodiak Racing Wheels for some more stylish racing
> wheels - they're expensive though.
> Miles E.
> > > I have been trying to look for a new set of wheels to run on a N600,
> > > its not complete, but been in the works for a few years. But I found
> > > this site, Nebraska Tire, They have ATV wheels, 4X110, and I was
> > > wondering if anyone has tried using ATV wheels. Im still in my
teens,
> > > and like the mag wheels, but they are either too expensive, and Im
> > > trying to modern-ize mine a little...
> > > Here is the site...
http://www.nebraskatire.com/