Braid 930 wheels

[xbmwguy]

Just wanted to know who the other 9 are that did the " pre development " 17". They were promised delivery in January then June . Thanks

[metalracer]

I was one of them but bailed out in March (when they were promised to ship) after they said it'd be another 6+ weeks. I know they'll get it dialed-in but they're kinda screwing the pooch. I've used their 15 and 16s on a few cars and they're damn fine wheels.

[krasuskyp]

I'm friends w/ Paul E there on FB... he posted earlier this week he's having some health issues (and this is after a hip replacement a couplafew weeks ago).

Could be causing / contributing to the delay?

FRANK, why you pitchin yer Lindsay's in favor of these? I'm not sure I like their flatter looking more angular spokes... dunno. Just querious...

[xbmwguy]

Hey Paulie not pitch in just checking em out. Gonna see which ones I like best. Leave Lindsey's on one side and braids on other. I'll post both sides. Sorry to here about his health issues

[Garen]

I'm one of the other 9, and will be happy to get the wheels when they arrive. If anyone wants a sneak pic, here are a couple of shots of the rear prototype on my car. We used my car (87) and a buddy's 77 to get the ball rolling on offsets, etc.

Just saw Paul this weekend, he is recovering. Wouldn't think the delay is on him, it's at the factory from what I understand. The original scope was to make these in a limited set of offsets and widths, but the program now involves a much greater spread, making fitments available for narrow body cars, as well as lighter TL cars that may not want to run 11" rears. No doubt that set things back a bit time-wise, I'm sure.

He is really frustrated about the delay also, as he does not like to disappoint those who took a chance and went first-in-line, or any of his future clients, for that matter.

Either way, the wheels are really nice, just as their 15 and 16 inchers are. In my opinion, a much better alternative than cutting up 6's and welding barrels, and more economical than the three-piece alternatives. Can't wait to run these at the track.

Basing my opinion on having seen the first one on my car, plus a bunch of local cars with 15's, those who wait will be receiving a very nice set of wheels.

[xbmwguy]

Hey garen. I spoke with Paul on Friday and he was still in the hospital .glad he's doing better. Do you know what the offsets will be for the rear 11s? And front 9s. Thanks..I guess shipping mine in July. What a long strange trip it's been

[JFairman]

They sure do look nice. Your like new polished rim Lindseys do too.

[Garen]

Originally Posted by xbmwguy

Hey garen. I spoke with Paul on Friday and he was still in the hospital .glad he's doing better. Do you know what the offsets will be for the rear 11s? And front 9s. Thanks..I guess shipping mine in July. What a long strange trip it's been

Trying to remember off the top of my head, mine are going to be 11.5" rears with a 4mm offset if I recall. Front is a 9", with the same offset as what a 9 would have if mounted on the rear axle. Kinda like cup 1 replicas. I can check. The braid on the rear in my photos is an 11, my current CCW Classic is an 11.5.

[haisch]

Hello,

I am thinking to replace my Ruf Denloc Wheels
against Braid, but what width und offset should I take?
Does anyone have experience with Braid wheels on a 930?
Or maybe photos?
What size is that wheel on the photo, 11x16 ET 4?


thx in advance

[quattrorunner]

Sub

[gumba]

Haisch,
Are you running race tires? There are no 275-315 street tires I’m aware of in 16’s.

[haisch]

No street tire.
I saw a tire from Kumho in 265/45/16.

[gumba]

I think that tire has been discontinued. Also looks like the tire measures 10.5" wide.

[haisch]

Yes, I already talked to Braid.
They recommend a 10x16 and 8x16.
Does anyone have photos in this dimension?

[panzerfaust]

what tires would you mount 10x16 too? last time i check there were only a couple of tires available in 265 for 16s and not in this country

[1979-930]

When going wider I had to give up on 16” wheels and went to 17”.
And you only get two or three choices with 17”.
Even the sizes I liked to run on the stock wheels is discontinued. I think you’re stuck with tall sidewall ratios now.


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