Can anybody recommend some good 17'' light-weight feels for a coupe? I'd like to keep my current tire setup (p230 up front, p275 outback) so it has to be able to fit those sizes of tires

So far i've seen

volk te37
gram lights
kosei
5zigen FN01R-C

 

How about SSR Competitions? They are super light (probably about 15.5 lbs for a 17x9.5 and about 14 lbs for a 17 x 8.5).

The 5Zigen FN01R-C's are cast (the C in the name). Look for FN01R's.

 

stupid question ( ) - what's the difference between forged and casT?

 

o.z racing superleggera

 

metal density in forged rims are much tighter and they're tolerances to impacts are higher than cast rims. reason why forged rims are more expensive than cast due to the forging process.

 

Forged rims are formed using high pressure presses, and typically have a higher material density than a comparable cast rim. Cast rims use a mold, and the material is poured or sucked into the mold to be formed, so it tends to be less dense.


In general, but not all cases, forged rims are stronger and better at resisting bends.


EDIT: Forged rims are more expensive to produce and this is reflected in the price.

 

also check out the Enkei RPF1