The NEW RS-903 18" Wheel Option hits the USA

[Wheel Dynamics]

I know that this wheel has been in the works for almost four months now and so I'm really happy to finally present to the community. Our container arrived this afternoon and so they are now here and available.

I'm hoping to have more "on-car" photos to share but as for now, this is what I have to share, as soon as I have more photos I will post them here so subscribe to this thread to view them.

This is a x-fitment application which will include 993 964 965 928 944 and a few more. The weights are 22-lbs each, the factory 996 twist standards are 25/30 and so this set will reduce your set weight by 22-lbs.

If you are in the LA area and wish to have them fitted please call me so we can get them on.

Thank you in advance for questions. :cheers:

[pcar964]

I am baffled why some aftermarket wheel companies insist on making 18x9.5" rear wheels for the Porsche market when that size was NEVER offered on any Porsche, and a 10" rear will fit just as easily with the proper offset (just like Porsche offered from the factory). These wheels don't look bad, but they're the wrong size.

[Wheel Dynamics]

The 9.5 is a cross-application wheel, if we went with a 10" wide application it would limit the market down some. Meaning that if we went with a 10" wide wheel then some of the applications could be a miss. Sometimes building a cross-application can help to bring something in that is worth-while for more than only a couple of fits.

So for many Porsche cars they are not the "wrong" size, otherwise why would Porsche offer a 9" application and then a 10" option on an other wheel?

Thank you for your feedback or concern, we are simply trying to offer an 18" wheel for the Porsche owners who would like more selection, as you know many companies out there have chose to manufacture 19" and up, we are trying to provide a 18" wheel at a reasonable price.

Take care,

[pcar964]

Originally Posted by Wheel Dynamics

The 9.5 is a cross-application wheel, if we went with a 10" wide application it would limit the market down some. Meaning that if we went with a 10" wide wheel then some of the applications could be a miss. Sometimes building a cross-application can help to bring something in that is worth-while for more than only a couple of fits.

So for many Porsche cars they are not the "wrong" size, otherwise why would Porsche offer a 9" application and then a 10" option on an other wheel?

Thank you for your feedback or concern, we are simply trying to offer an 18" wheel for the Porsche owners who would like more selection, as you know many companies out there have chose to manufacture 19" and up, we are trying to provide a 18" wheel at a reasonable price.

Take care,

I don't know what applications you think you'll be missing by going with the 10" width. 10s will fit 964, 993, 986, 996, and all late 944/951/968. What other applications could there be for the Porsche market?

[Wheel Dynamics]

Originally Posted by pcar964

I don't know what applications you think you'll be missing by going with the 10" width. 10s will fit 964, 993, 986, 996, and all late 944/951/968. What other applications could there be for the Porsche market?

One for example would be if you are asking to use a factory 10" off-set for the 993 cars this would mean using a 65-et. This would take away from the Boxster, Cayman & would force the 944/951 guys to have to use spacers.

I'm game for building molds and taking on a new business venture but yet have I had anyone willing to front the molds for sizes they wanted to build. The cross application is as far as we are willing to take it for the time being although if you are interested in footing the bill for two new molds I would be happy to offer you ANY OFF-SET and make them as wide as you'd like. The typical cost per mold is around 10K, this is where most people change their mind. Not trying to stop you from trying or expressing your thoughts, just trying to make you understand why we offer this size and not a size which limits the market. I'm sure there is a market for what you are looking for, just not big enough to justify molding one style and two off-sets to the tone of 20K.

Once again thank you for your input,

[pcar964]

Originally Posted by Wheel Dynamics

One for example would be if you are asking to use a factory 10" off-set for the 993 cars this would mean using a 65-et. This would take away from the Boxster, Cayman & would force the 944/951 guys to have to use spacers.

I'm game for building molds and taking on a new business venture but yet have I had anyone willing to front the molds for sizes they wanted to build. The cross application is as far as we are willing to take it for the time being although if you are interested in footing the bill for two new molds I would be happy to offer you ANY OFF-SET and make them as wide as you'd like. The typical cost per mold is around 10K, this is where most people change their mind. Not trying to stop you from trying or expressing your thoughts, just trying to make you understand why we offer this size and not a size which limits the market. I'm sure there is a market for what you are looking for, just not big enough to justify molding one style and two off-sets to the tone of 20K.

Once again thank you for your input,

I think your mistake is failing to recognize that you are in fact losing customers who want the proper fitment for their 964s and 993s. By producing a one size fits all, you're missing the point entirely. And by the way a 10 ET65 does fit a boxster/cayman with 265 tires.

[Wheel Dynamics]

Originally Posted by pcar964

By producing a one size fits all, you're missing the point entirely. And by the way a 10 ET65 does fit a boxster/cayman with 265 tires.

Yes, I know this, and that is my point, we will be missing those customers. However most customers want a "more aggressive" fit over stock.

My offer stands sir, if you are open to put your money up for a project we feel will not yield the sales needed to recover mold fees then lets do it. I know sometimes its easier to make big money decisions from the comfort of your lap-top but in reality a lot of time for considerations for sizes, off-sets, style and R&D goes into each wheel we will release.

In your case you either should consider OEM or a custom build set where you can pick and choose your specific off-sets.

Have a great day!

[Wheel Dynamics]

[pcar964]

Originally Posted by Wheel Dynamics

Yes, I know this, and that is my point, we will be missing those customers. However most customers want a "more aggressive" fit over stock.

My offer stands sir, if you are open to put your money up for a project we feel will not yield the sales needed to recover mold fees then lets do it. I know sometimes its easier to make big money decisions from the comfort of your lap-top but in reality a lot of time for considerations for sizes, off-sets, style and R&D goes into each wheel we will release.

In your case you either should consider OEM or a custom build set where you can pick and choose your specific off-sets.

Have a great day!

You obviously didn't get my point so I will try again...

A 10" wheel would fit ALL of the cars you mentioned in the proper offset. And it would be the correct fitment for 964 and 993 as well. Your 9.5" fits all of them also, but it is the WRONG size for the 964 and 993. Do you understand?

[pantera]

Nice looking wheel, 9.5 works for me. Offers a much greater range of tire fitment of various sizes.

Dan

[pcar964]

Originally Posted by pantera

Nice looking wheel, 9.5 works for me. Offers a much greater range of tire fitment of various sizes.

Dan

Actually your tire choice will be much more limited. On a 10" you can fit most manufacturers' 265/35, 275/35, 285/30, and 295/30 tires. With 9.5" you'll find most 285s severely pinched, and 295s won't work at all. Not to mention the effective contact patch will be narrower when mounted on a 9.5" vs a 10" wheel.

[Wheel Dynamics]

Originally Posted by pantera

Nice looking wheel, 9.5 works for me. Offers a much greater range of tire fitment of various sizes.

Dan

Thanks Dan, appreciate your input, can't wait to get more orders out so I can share photos with you guys.

Stay tuned, we have them installed on the 996 right now but will photo shoot later on today. Can't wait to show those photos, they have that nice cup-look.

[pcar964]

Not trying to hijack the thread here, they look nice and the price is good. It would just be nice if they were offered in 10" rear size.

[Wheel Dynamics]

Originally Posted by pcar964

Not trying to hijack the thread here, they look nice and the price is good. It would just be nice if they were offered in 10" rear size.

Thanks for your input,

[pcar964]

And they're light too, how would these compare in durability to a stock wheel?

[P-daddy]

Eli
Great looking wheels and reasonably priced. Thx

[Wheel Dynamics]

Originally Posted by pcar964

And they're light too, how would these compare in durability to a stock wheel?

Hi there,

This is a new wheel line and the weights of the wheels are at a decent 22-lbs. each, the exact number is 22.25 front and 22.40 rear. We scaled a set of solid spoke 996 twist wheel which is the most common and fronts were just over 25 and rears just over 30, which has a weight savings of around 22-lbs per set or over 5-lbs average per each.

These wheels are JWL and VIA certified which exceed the DOT standards for US highway safety.

[Traveller]

It is unfortunate they are not available in the stock 7 x 17 ET55 and 9 x 17 ET55 sizes.

Who are those wheels made by and where are they made?

[vincent r prott]

I'm in market for a set of rims for my 2009 cayman, these look great. I don't know everything there is about wheels. I here that many aftermarket wheels should not be used for DE events and autocross events. Would these be strong enought for those applications? And who is the manufacturer.

[Resident Sicko]

If these are another offering from Victor...and are anything like the Innsbruks, than I can vouch for the lightness and strength. If I were looking for this level of rim on my 993 WB I would consider them. We are picky people...and understand one wheel fits all makes good business sense but it is ignoring the emotional aspect and purity. Wider is always better and al depends on the market. Discount Tire customers vs. Tire Rack....ya know?