Replica Wheels and Certifications

[Spetz]

Hi everyone,

I am looking to buy a set of 15X7 ET35 4X100 wheels that I want to use for track.

I've heard horror stories about replica wheels, and I understand that under a high stress environment like track racing this can cause disaster.
I am just wondering whether if a replica wheel has "JWL / VIA & TUV" certification, does this guarantee they are strong and robust enough for track use?

I would like some Enkei RP01 wheels but cannot find genuine ones as it seems they area a discontinued wheel.

 

[Jarlaxle]

I wouldn't worry...I can't imagine track use is harder on a wheel than hitting an expansion joint at 70MPH.

 

[dailydriver]

I believe that Rota, Sparco, Racing Dynamics, 6UL, and others make some VERY strong, very lightweight, and crazy affordable wheels in that size/offset/bolt pattern.

I would check them out if you have not already, since they might not be any more than the replicas you are seeking.

 

[Spetz]

The issue is finding the right width and offset.
It seems that all 15" wheels are 8" wide and have something like +20 offset which is not what I need.