Wheels : HRE vs CCW
Team Owner
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: cookeville tennessee
Both wheels are top quality wheels. I like the designs of CCW
alittle more. The biggest reason for me to buy a CCW wheel is
I get to talk to the top management if I have a question or
problem(I never have). John is just a phone call away and since
we both live in Florida I can go see him anytime. The other
wheel guy is a name and no more.
Customer service and real people make the difference.
Example: Goodyear screwed up a lug nut. I call CCW to buy
one lug nut. They send me 5 lugnuts overnight for FREE.
I bought my wheels 6 years ago.
Now that's cutomer service.
alittle more. The biggest reason for me to buy a CCW wheel is
I get to talk to the top management if I have a question or
problem(I never have). John is just a phone call away and since
we both live in Florida I can go see him anytime. The other
wheel guy is a name and no more.
Customer service and real people make the difference.
Example: Goodyear screwed up a lug nut. I call CCW to buy
one lug nut. They send me 5 lugnuts overnight for FREE.
I bought my wheels 6 years ago.
Now that's cutomer service.
Team Owner
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From: Bonita Springs, Florida
How would that help? You do know that the HRE 1-piece and 3-piece wheels are both made from 6061 aluminum forgings, right? If your wheels bend easily, perhaps your tire sidewalls are too short. I work for a large aluminum wheel manufacturer, and I can assure you that HRE makes extremely light and strong wheels.
Racer
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From: Rockville MD
How would that help? You do know that the HRE 1-piece and 3-piece wheels are both made from 6061 aluminum forgings, right? If your wheels bend easily, perhaps your tire sidewalls are too short. I work for a large aluminum wheel manufacturer, and I can assure you that HRE makes extremely light and strong wheels.
I have talked to several BMW and Porsche guys that feel the same way, we all had similar issues
And its not the sidewall as I have tried a number if different set ups.
Anyway I was just posting my experience, sounds like others have had a good experience ; I just haven't been as lucky
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Los Angeles CA
Yes I am aware of that , it just seems everyone I have talked to has had issues with the three piece set up.
I have talked to several BMW and Porsche guys that feel the same way, we all had similar issues
And its not the sidewall as I have tried a number if different set ups.
Anyway I was just posting my experience, sounds like others have had a good experience ; I just haven't been as lucky
I have talked to several BMW and Porsche guys that feel the same way, we all had similar issues
And its not the sidewall as I have tried a number if different set ups.
Anyway I was just posting my experience, sounds like others have had a good experience ; I just haven't been as lucky
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2003
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From: Raleigh / Rolesville NC
Yes I am aware of that , it just seems everyone I have talked to has had issues with the three piece set up.
I have talked to several BMW and Porsche guys that feel the same way, we all had similar issues
And its not the sidewall as I have tried a number if different set ups.
Anyway I was just posting my experience, sounds like others have had a good experience ; I just haven't been as lucky
I have talked to several BMW and Porsche guys that feel the same way, we all had similar issues
And its not the sidewall as I have tried a number if different set ups.
Anyway I was just posting my experience, sounds like others have had a good experience ; I just haven't been as lucky
three piece wheels are a bit lighter then the one piece wheel.
I have had no problems with my 3 piece CCWs. and all three sets are 8+ years old. I inspect them constantly for hair line cracks too.
When I buy other sets most likely will be the CCW Lip monster so if fits over a BBK set up.
I do not think it matters which wheel you buy, HRE, CCW, OZ, BBS or Fiski, there is a cost to good wheels.
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From: slidell louisiana
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From: Levittown NY
Yeah, I don't think/hope I won't have to change wheels for damage reasons. The HRE's on the car are growing on me, even in black (which I usually hate). If I have to do it again I would love to get a set of 18or19" SP500's. The look is just unmatched. I don't care for the way the spokes flair out on the HREs. I'm sure CCW can use the same specs off the current wheels to custom make a set (because of the mini tub and all).
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From: Everywhere and Nowhere at all
Well, coming from a guy who has ran both wheels... I cannot say anything bad about either. Had the CCW SP500's and loved them!! Strong wheels with looks to boot. That being said, had an opportunity to pick up some HRE's and could not pass. Love the look,stance of the car and they are definately a strong/light wheel. IMHO, you cannot go wrong with either.
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Well now... that may be a possibility.. Son has been in on leave from the Navy.. He is flying out tomorrow.. Took him to House of blues last night to see The Cult... Pretty sweet! Getting out of the OP's thread... 
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Getting out of my thread but The Cult is AMAZING, I bet the show was great. Too bad my generation(Y) has no idea who The Cult is.
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Unless my car blows up you will definitely see me. After my plugs & wires change today the car is running superbly, she's still clean and shining from last weekend's wash & wax, and I'll be caught up on the homework.
Whether or not that's a good thing is still open for debate.
Whether or not that's a good thing is still open for debate.
Burning Brakes
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From: Northern Chicago Burbs IL
Well, coming from a guy who has ran both wheels... I cannot say anything bad about either. Had the CCW SP500's and loved them!! Strong wheels with looks to boot. That being said, had an opportunity to pick up some HRE's and could not pass. Love the look,stance of the car and they are definately a strong/light wheel. IMHO, you cannot go wrong with either.
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Both are excellent wheels. I lean towards the CCWs because they (1) cost much less for a top quality wheel and (2), they have some awesome designs. Plus their customer service is outstanding.