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« on: July 20, 2011, 21:53:57 pm »
I´m looking for new light and nice wheels to replace my 4 lug Sprintstars. I like Rivieras but I´m lost - there are mag versions and alu versions, 4.5 and 5.5 width. To be clear I would really like to build a set of 4.5 fronts and 5.5 backs. So...what is the story behind Rivieras and how much do they weigh? Thanks!
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« Reply #1 on: July 20, 2011, 23:29:48 pm »
First off, I am no expert on Riviera wheels but I do have some. Using bathroom scales a genuine 4.5inch rim is 6.5kg, not exactly light.

If you want a light four stud rim, Mahles may be a better option, they feel light, although I don't know what they weigh.
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« Reply #2 on: July 21, 2011, 01:11:19 am »
I haven't weighed them, but I'm betting that 4 lug Mahles/Pedrinis/Fuchs are the lightest of the lot. Not counting Ercos Wink
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« Reply #3 on: July 21, 2011, 02:53:38 am »
My original Formula Vee (early riviera, no flat pad on spoke) were heavy. Very with
crude machining of the casting with tons of extra metal on the iside. Four lug Fuchs are forged, therfore light.
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« Reply #4 on: July 21, 2011, 17:13:51 pm »
i had 4.5 mag fronts and 5.5 alloy rears, never weighed them but the fronts were much lighter (and a bitch to keep polished in the uk weather).
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« Reply #5 on: July 21, 2011, 18:21:40 pm »
looking good, and lovely tyres. what were they?
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« Reply #6 on: July 21, 2011, 20:18:51 pm »
Quote from: Mike Maize on July 21, 2011, 02:53:38 am
Four lug Fuchs are forged, therfore light.

That's true. I think the Mahle's/Pedrini's are cast, so if you are concerned about weight the Fuchs are probably the way to go.
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« Reply #7 on: July 21, 2011, 21:37:50 pm »
original 2.0 liters wheel look better its repops, IMHO.
both would suit your 181 very well!
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« Reply #8 on: July 22, 2011, 12:33:25 pm »
first time i hear that you have them in magnesium as well.
how can you spot the difference between mag and alu whitout putting them on a scale?

henk!!!
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« Reply #9 on: July 22, 2011, 15:55:40 pm »
Light them on fire.

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« Reply #10 on: July 23, 2011, 17:45:47 pm »
Quote from: Zach Gomulka on July 22, 2011, 15:55:40 pm
Light them on fire.

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yeah i know a beautiful bright light. Grin

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