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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 02:40 PM
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Default How heavy are stock steel rims?

Hey guys, I am looking into making a good handling, and good economy civic hatchback! Anyways how heavy are the stock steel rims, without tires? I would like to get a lighter wheels if possible but I just have no idea how heavy the stock rims are!
 
Old Sep 8, 2005 | 10:18 PM
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i believe they are around 25 pounds. not 100% sure though.
 
Old Sep 9, 2005 | 11:58 AM
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with the stock tires on them, mine weighed in at 33lbs
 
Old Sep 9, 2005 | 12:58 PM
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From what I understand steelies are reall light for wheels... and stonger.
 
Old Sep 9, 2005 | 08:49 PM
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Hmmm I'm gonna have to weigh mine tomorrow just to see.
 
Old Sep 9, 2005 | 09:47 PM
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yeah, with tires i know they are way over 30 pounds. and no, they are not light at all. they are steel, unlike most aftermarket wheels, which are aluminum. the Honda alloys are decent, but still not as light as good aftermarket ones.
 
Old Sep 9, 2005 | 10:42 PM
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I don't know if it's Kosher to post this link but, here you go...

A buttload of wheel weights

You're welcome.
 
Old Sep 12, 2005 | 10:06 AM
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^Nice post!
 
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