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Old 10-19-2016, 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Ben@WeaponX
Haha no worries, I didn't take or mean that with disrespect. Katech always makes nice gear. I was just throwing it out there. I haven't had time to make the post about my latest results.
How is your 427 composed ?
Cost ?
You might PM me :-)

Idle and driving Q is more important than extracting the last 5% for me...

GS with 620-630 NA Hp engine with less weight and no cooling issues as my Z06 is the way to go i think
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Originally Posted by Z06Norway
How is your 427 composed ?
Cost ?
You might PM me :-)

Idle and driving Q is more important than extracting the last 5% for me...

GS with 620-630 NA Hp engine with less weight and no cooling issues as my Z06 is the way to go i think
Yes it's an LT1 sleeved block. Cam and tune dictates idle of course, so the car can be as tame as you want it. I absolutely love the car's performance. I'm building a couple of them now. If you want one, let me know as Callies is taking 14 weeks on the cranks right now!
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Ben, where are those photos? Sold any more of these?

And it appears from your website that the cost is now $12k instead of $8k......

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Ben, where are those photos? Sold any more of these?

And it appears from your website that the cost is now $12k instead of $8k......
We're still waiting on the first set and yes they adjusted the price up to $3k/wheel instead of $2k, but they're still less than the CR ones.
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Naturally, being Carbon Fiber, I love those wheels, Ben!
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Have you gotten these in hand yet?
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Have you gotten these in hand yet?
Nope... they're still working through certifications I'm told.
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Damn, hopefully they keep the weight advantage they have over the CR wheels because they are now the same price.
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Originally Posted by Ben@WeaponX
Nope... they're still working through certifications I'm told.
I have also ordered a set of 19s from them directly and they promised a June 9th delivery data. From what I learned so far, I don't think it's gonna happen and considering a refund for my deposit. Since I think you might work closely with them for the rims, do you have any insight or thought on this matter? Any input will be appreciated.
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update?
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update?
any update on these?
I have yet to see pictures.
Is there a thread with such I have missed"
thanks, paul
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Pretty sure it is vapor ware at this point
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Ben,

What's the real deal with the carbon fiber wheels?
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Sorry fellas, they were delayed with SAE testing and I haven't been following as closely lately. I do see they have some pics on their site now of cars with them on, so I will reach out to see what's up!
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Old 11-10-2017, 09:24 PM
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At this rate they'll be at least $10K per should they ever really hit the market.
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Originally Posted by jacksnorm
I used to run Carbon Fiber wheels on my race bike they defiantly work, less rotating mass = free HP. Back then I thought I was crazy paying $3000 for two wheels, but it cost to have the best. I would be all over these wheels if they were a little cheaper.
Yes, I have carbon fibre wheels on my track S1000RR and even my rookie skill noticed a significant difference in response compared to forged wheels. Would love to have carbon fibre wheels on my car.
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Originally Posted by Avanti
At this rate they'll be at least $10K per should they ever really hit the market.
They're at $12k a set right now.

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Originally Posted by Avanti
At this rate they'll be at least $10K per should they ever really hit the market.
Originally Posted by Ben@WeaponX
They're at $12k a set right now.
I believe he means $10K / wheel ($40K / set).
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Default ESE still not on market ?

Originally Posted by Ben@WeaponX
They're at $12k a set right now.
Still no availability ?


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Originally Posted by kutlow
I think everyone would agree a 6 or 8 spoke would look a hell of a lot better than the basic 5 star. No matter how light the 5 star is ugly
5-spoke is just fine to my eye, and easier to clean than designs with "more spokes".


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