240Z-Fan Posted February 22, 2008 Share #1 Posted February 22, 2008 Does anyone know the weight for Panasport 16x7? I really love this wheel but they may be a bit heavy.How about Konig Rewind 16x7?Thanks!Al Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktm Posted February 22, 2008 Share #2 Posted February 22, 2008 Once you throw on tires the incremental weight difference is not going to be noticeable. Get the wheels you like. If you are tracking/Auto-x the car, then buy some dedicated racing lightweight steelies. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238198 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Carter Posted February 22, 2008 Share #3 Posted February 22, 2008 The rewinds are lighter, but you will never notice the difference. I run Panasport racing wheels, they are better made and nearly the same weight. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238199 Share on other sites More sharing options...
240Z-Fan Posted February 22, 2008 Author Share #4 Posted February 22, 2008 The rewinds are lighter, but you will never notice the difference. I run Panasport racing wheels, they are better made and nearly the same weight.Ron,I spoke to Les at Classic Datsun yesterday, he mentioned your car...Are you saying that there are lighweight versions of the Panasports? Did you buy these through Les?What size tires do you use?Al Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238200 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z Speed Posted February 24, 2008 Share #5 Posted February 24, 2008 I would love a set of Panasports for my 240.... Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238334 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Baldwin Posted February 24, 2008 Share #6 Posted February 24, 2008 The lightweight racing Panasports are prone to developing cracks in the spokes when used extensively on the street. At least they were 10 or so years ago...I don't think the "racing" ones are forged, and they look similar to the heavier "street" ones. To be significantly lighter, they sacrifice longevity. There is a reason they're marked "for racing use only"! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238391 Share on other sites More sharing options...
240Z-Fan Posted February 25, 2008 Author Share #7 Posted February 25, 2008 I don't think the "racing" ones are forged. Thanks Dan! I think you must be right...I called Panasport today. 16x7's (street) weigh about 19lbs 15x7's race weigh about 15 lbsForged wheels would be lighter and/or stronger. Anyone have 15x7's on their Z? Pictures?Thanks,Al Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238560 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Rogan Posted February 25, 2008 Share #8 Posted February 25, 2008 Thanks Dan! I think you must be right...I called Panasport today. 16x7's (street) weigh about 19lbs 15x7's race weigh about 15 lbsForged wheels would be lighter and/or stronger. Anyone have 15x7's on their Z? Pictures?Thanks,AlCheck my gallery. I have 2 cars with 15x7's. I also have a set of Rewinds, but I don't think I have a picture of those in the gallery.Depending on what size tires you get, 16x7's may rub the front fender lips. Marty Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238564 Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayton 260z Posted February 25, 2008 Share #9 Posted February 25, 2008 Al,I know you asked for 15's but these are 16X7 with a +6 offset with toyo tires Lowered 1 inch rides very well.Motorsport Auto have them for $999.00 15X7 are 1199.00.MikeTires do not rub on my car.<a href="http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x304/clayton260Z/?action=view¤t=Dads1974260Z001-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x304/clayton260Z/Dads1974260Z001-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a> Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238565 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Carter Posted February 26, 2008 Share #10 Posted February 26, 2008 I run lightweight panasports on my roadster and my 510. I had two sets for the Z but sold them a while ago. I have purchased all my panasports from Les's shop...I also am not aware of anyone ever cracking a panasport, race or otherwise from regular or race driving. They are a high quality cast wheel. The racing wheels are lighter, but don't bend as easily as a forged wheel does. Is unsprung weight that big of a deal for you? if so there are some other things to consider.... I would say that race driving is much harder on a set of wheels compared with daily driving unless you physically damage the wheel in a pothole or worse.PS I had 15x7 panasport lightweight racing wheels with 205x50x15 Toyo RA-1 tires. I run Toyo's currently on my roadster. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238578 Share on other sites More sharing options...
240Z-Fan Posted February 26, 2008 Author Share #11 Posted February 26, 2008 Check my gallery. I have 2 cars with 15x7's. I also have a set of Rewinds, but I don't think I have a picture of those in the gallery.Depending on what size tires you get, 16x7's may rub the front fender lips. MartyMarty, thanks! I see Panasports on the blue Z and the Yellow Z. What size tire do you have on the Panasports? I think your rewinds are on the trailer; they look nice too. Al Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238583 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Baldwin Posted February 26, 2008 Share #12 Posted February 26, 2008 I've personally seen cracked spokes on "racing only" Pana's. The geometry is the same, the material is the same, and there's less of it, no way around it, they're running at higher stresses. I'm not saying they are not a "high quality" cast wheel. But there absolutely is a REASON the lighter weight wheels are specified for racing use only. They have less fatigue life in them.Street usage over 10's of thousands of miles is harder on wheels than multiple race seasons. The stresses of repeated 1-g braking and cornering for ~ an hour's usage per event are minimal compared to going over cobblestones, potholes, etc. etc. for 10,000 miles per year. Again, talking about fatigue life, not impact damage. If you don't put very many miles on your car, no big deal, but in any case, the lighter weight wheels will not last as long as the heavier ones.I run lightweight panasports on my roadster and my 510. I had two sets for the Z but sold them a while ago. I have purchased all my panasports from Les's shop...I also am not aware of anyone ever cracking a panasport, race or otherwise from regular or race driving. They are a high quality cast wheel. The racing wheels are lighter, but don't bend as easily as a forged wheel does. Is unsprung weight that big of a deal for you? if so there are some other things to consider.... I would say that race driving is much harder on a set of wheels compared with daily driving unless you physically damage the wheel in a pothole or worse.PS I had 15x7 panasport lightweight racing wheels with 205x50x15 Toyo RA-1 tires. I run Toyo's currently on my roadster. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/27151-panasport-wheel-weight/#findComment-238584 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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