Hawks Ronal R-15 18x10 Reproduction Poll
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01-17-2019, 09:50 AM
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Re: Hawks Ronal R-15 18x10 Reproduction Poll
A for me but I like the modern look.
If we can buy a 18x10 out the gate without playing with offsets that would be awesome. I was looking at trying a Forgestar F14 setup to try and run 295 on all 4.
If we can buy a 18x10 out the gate without playing with offsets that would be awesome. I was looking at trying a Forgestar F14 setup to try and run 295 on all 4.
01-17-2019, 01:01 PM
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I think the open center really updates the look of the wheel. The imitation center lock center cap was on many different styles of wheel in the 90s and really dates the wheel. Nothing wrong with that if that’s what you’re going for. I would like a set of the open centers for my 92Z to replace the oem wheels that I hate. I wish they would have continued the IROC wheel or some variation for 91-92, it has such a timeless look.
01-17-2019, 06:09 PM
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Re: Hawks Ronal R-15 18x10 Reproduction Poll
B, but do yourselves a huge favor and redesign the inside of the wheel to allow more brake clearance, the 17" is almost comical how many big brake kits caused problems.
01-17-2019, 06:49 PM
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Re: Hawks Ronal R-15 18x10 Reproduction Poll
'B'
Hands down, no contest.
I was also wondering how large a brake package it will fit. If it fits C6 Corvette then I'm fine.
And please please please, a little extra backspace! My old Strange 12-bolt needs 1/2 inch more backspace than most people.
Hands down, no contest.
I was also wondering how large a brake package it will fit. If it fits C6 Corvette then I'm fine.
And please please please, a little extra backspace! My old Strange 12-bolt needs 1/2 inch more backspace than most people.
01-18-2019, 05:50 AM
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Re: Hawks Ronal R-15 18x10 Reproduction Poll
B, but I think you would sell a lot of both.. Along with a 17x10 and 17x11 Iroc repros….
01-18-2019, 09:45 AM
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B
01-18-2019, 03:00 PM
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Re: Hawks Ronal R-15 18x10 Reproduction Poll
Definitely B will attract more of the purists. A looks like a generic aftermarket 5 spoke wheel, without the cap I don’t think anybody will recognize it as a firehawk wheel
i vote B 100%
i vote B 100%
01-24-2019, 07:35 AM
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Re: Hawks Ronal R-15 18x10 Reproduction Poll
A
Despite the fact that B is clearly leading the poll, I like the updated look.
It also looks like an insert could be made to mimic the look of A on either wheel. Maybe it wouldn't work but it would be the best of both worlds.
Despite the fact that B is clearly leading the poll, I like the updated look.
It also looks like an insert could be made to mimic the look of A on either wheel. Maybe it wouldn't work but it would be the best of both worlds.
01-24-2019, 10:07 AM
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01-24-2019, 03:58 PM
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Re: Hawks Ronal R-15 18x10 Reproduction Poll
B, though maybe make two center inserts one with open lugs one with fateful styling... I've never been a huge fan of the "key hole" on the center cap, would be cool if you could make it so you rotate the hex part and it retracts/extends ears and loose the keyhole.
Now my big question is... when are you going to make Formula wheels or GTAs in 18" vs the 17s you currently sell
Now my big question is... when are you going to make Formula wheels or GTAs in 18" vs the 17s you currently sell
01-26-2019, 08:07 AM
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B. Love that deep dish. I have 17x 10 rear 2003 Cobra Terminator deep dish repos on a 1994 mustang with 315s on the rear. Totally changed the look of the car. Make these. I'm in the market for new wheels and 18s are a good look and open it up for bigger brakes. Make it happen Hawks.
01-27-2019, 08:59 PM
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01-27-2019, 10:46 PM
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Re: Hawks Ronal R-15 18x10 Reproduction Poll
B..
(A is not a R15)
(A is not a R15)
02-23-2019, 04:12 PM
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Re: Hawks Ronal R-15 18x10 Reproduction Poll
We just received the 18x10 open center R15 repro prototype here at Hawks Motorsports. We still want to hear more opinions on which you prefer based on >LOOKS<. Here is the open center prototype compared to our 18x10 R15 rep.