What Wheels? Advan RS or Volk RE30s?

Mr. 5 · 07-17-2010, 07:57 PM

I usually hate the "What wheels should I get for my car?" threads because why should anyone tell another person what they should do to their car right?
Well, I'm not really asking this question because of looks or what people are going to think of my car.

The reason why I'm asking is because I'm curious with the reputation of each wheel. The strength, the lightness, etc.

I know that both wheels are really good but I'm curious to those who have had experience with either one of these.

I just had a bad experience with the Koseis. They cracked on me and luckily I didn't crash majorly. The thing that I absolutely love about the Koseis though is that they are so fricken light.
Thanks to EAS, they are letting me roll around on a pair of front e90 M3 wheels in the mean time before I make my purchase.
Without them I don't know what I would have done to get around.

So, I want a super lightweight wheel that will be strong enough to not crack for daily driving and preform well on the track.
I've narrowed it down between these 2 because from what I've read, these are some kick ass lightweight, strong wheels.

For those who don't know,

These are the Volks:

http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...oducts_id=3376

These are the Advans:

http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...oducts_id=2602

So, what do you guys think?
Comments?

PaulBailey@ltbmw · 07-17-2010, 07:58 PM

Both awesome wheels but the RE30s are forged...

lpphreakx06 · 07-17-2010, 08:48 PM

Going to have to go with the RE30's. I've had both wheels before.
They're lighter and stronger

Flyer · 07-17-2010, 09:34 PM

Did you consider the MORR vs8? Forged, light, strong and gorgeous!

forza1976 · 07-17-2010, 09:47 PM

RPF1's man, if you are considering those volks. They are very similar and like I said in your broken wheel thread, they haven't had any issues on my heavy ass car on a couple track day sessions and a bunch of street driving.

Mr. 5 · 07-17-2010, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flyer

Did you consider the MORR vs8? Forged, light, strong and gorgeous!

If they don't make 18s then I won't consider them.

SV Concepts III · 07-17-2010, 09:54 PM

ADVAN for me, hard choice but I prefer the ADVANs.

shoes · 07-18-2010, 12:38 AM

I personally prefer the look of the Advans, but since you are not concerned with looks, the choice is obvious; the stronger, forged, and lighter wheels.
Of those, the Volk RE30's are the better choice for what you are looking for in a wheel.

Quisp · 07-18-2010, 01:35 AM

RE30 are one of the lightest and strongest wheels from Volk(and they look good doing it)

Mr. 5 · 07-18-2010, 11:59 AM

I appreciate the input guys.
I'm still a little torn.

katsu · 07-18-2010, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. 5

I appreciate the input guys.
I'm still a little torn.

what's the $ difference? that might help sway a decision...

LOLrance · 07-18-2010, 03:22 PM

I've personally seen a buddy of mine warp some of the spokes on his Advan RS. Its the same issues that HeelToe seems to have had with his set. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=297077

mikes335xi · 07-18-2010, 03:53 PM

i'd get the re30's

JTS2005 · 07-18-2010, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quisp

RE30 are one of the lightest and strongest wheels from Volk(and they look good doing it)

are those 19"? look a bit small but it could be the angle.

Digital.James · 07-18-2010, 04:19 PM

I'd go with the ADVANs because theyre strong and light even though theyre cast. Pressure cast and form flow casting is the best, not all cast is the same mind you. Look at the old Euro DTM race cars, the lower budget teams usually ran cast wheels because they couldnt afford to swap wheels all the time. They're more durable and keep their round better and longer than forged wheels do. Forged wheels tend to crack just as much as cast wheels, they only difference is that theyre lighter for the amount of strength they provide, nothing else. Quality cast wheels can be just as strong, but theyre just heavier. It's not magical.

cstavaru · 07-18-2010, 04:43 PM

From pictures, it seems that alot of BMW WTCC racing cars are using the Advan RS. There must be a reason for this...plus, they look better (than the other ones) in 18" because the spokes extend over the lip making the wheel look larger in diameter.

ddigangi · 07-18-2010, 04:43 PM

those advans are baller!

parapaul · 07-18-2010, 05:10 PM

Can't comment on the relative merits of either, but for looks, the Advans all day long

PaulBailey@ltbmw · 07-18-2010, 09:16 PM

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=409733
Might not be a bad option

Mr. 5 · 07-18-2010, 10:10 PM

Well guys,
I really appreciate the input but I had to go with the Advans.
I came across a deal that was pretty darn good so I took it.

John_01 · 07-19-2010, 05:49 AM

Nice choice! The Dark gun color looks awesome on TiAg.

enrita · 07-19-2010, 07:42 AM

Congrats Mr.5 those wheels look sick and perfect for tracking.

View Poll Results: Which wheel?
Volk RE30 Gunmetal 18"	12	48.00%
Advan RS Gunmetal 18"	13	52.00%
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Mr. 5 Modder Raider 799 Rep 8,633 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Surf City, HB iTrader: (31) Garage List 2007 e90 335i [8.00]	What Wheels? Advan RS or Volk RE30s? I usually hate the "What wheels should I get for my car?" threads because why should anyone tell another person what they should do to their car right? Well, I'm not really asking this question because of looks or what people are going to think of my car. The reason why I'm asking is because I'm curious with the reputation of each wheel. The strength, the lightness, etc. I know that both wheels are really good but I'm curious to those who have had experience with either one of these. I just had a bad experience with the Koseis. They cracked on me and luckily I didn't crash majorly. The thing that I absolutely love about the Koseis though is that they are so fricken light. Thanks to EAS, they are letting me roll around on a pair of front e90 M3 wheels in the mean time before I make my purchase. Without them I don't know what I would have done to get around. So, I want a super lightweight wheel that will be strong enough to not crack for daily driving and preform well on the track. I've narrowed it down between these 2 because from what I've read, these are some kick ass lightweight, strong wheels. For those who don't know, These are the Volks: http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...oducts_id=3376 These are the Advans: http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...oducts_id=2602 So, what do you guys think? Comments? __________________ e36 M3 Coupe, e36 325i Sedan e90 335i--SOLD Best 60-130-------------9.15 Seconds------------------WWW.MR5RACING.COM
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lpphreakx06 Professional Moose Racer 324 Rep 7,509 Posts Drives: SG 335i E92 RIP + 2015 SS M3 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Bellevue, Wa iTrader: (25)	Going to have to go with the RE30's. I've had both wheels before. They're lighter and stronger __________________ Visit my blog anytime: http://www.sfpayments.com BMW Dream Team PNW Chapter, member #1 \|HP Autowerks \| AR DESIGN \| BMW PERFORMANCE \| STOP TECH \| Volk Racing\| AMS \| ARKYM
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forza1976 Major General 3511 Rep 6,626 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: 49456 iTrader: (13) Garage List 2022 BMW M3X [9.50]	RPF1's man, if you are considering those volks. They are very similar and like I said in your broken wheel thread, they haven't had any issues on my heavy ass car on a couple track day sessions and a bunch of street driving.
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SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 379 Rep 16,968 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	ADVAN for me, hard choice but I prefer the ADVANs.
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shoes Captain 25 Rep 635 Posts Drives: 07 BSM E92 335i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Huntington Beach, CA iTrader: (1)	I personally prefer the look of the Advans, but since you are not concerned with looks, the choice is obvious; the stronger, forged, and lighter wheels. Of those, the Volk RE30's are the better choice for what you are looking for in a wheel. __________________
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Quisp Does not play well with others 81 Rep 1,787 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Arizona iTrader: (4)	RE30 are one of the lightest and strongest wheels from Volk(and they look good doing it) Attached Images __________________
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LOLrance The Law. 311 Rep 14,282 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: SF / OC iTrader: (17)	I've personally seen a buddy of mine warp some of the spokes on his Advan RS. Its the same issues that HeelToe seems to have had with his set. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=297077 __________________
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mikes335xi New Member 0 Rep 17 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: HI iTrader: (0)	i'd get the re30's
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Digital.James Colonel 124 Rep 2,702 Posts Drives: GT4, Raptor.2, Tuono 1100F Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NC iTrader: (7)	I'd go with the ADVANs because theyre strong and light even though theyre cast. Pressure cast and form flow casting is the best, not all cast is the same mind you. Look at the old Euro DTM race cars, the lower budget teams usually ran cast wheels because they couldnt afford to swap wheels all the time. They're more durable and keep their round better and longer than forged wheels do. Forged wheels tend to crack just as much as cast wheels, they only difference is that theyre lighter for the amount of strength they provide, nothing else. Quality cast wheels can be just as strong, but theyre just heavier. It's not magical. Last edited by Digital.James; 07-18-2010 at 04:30 PM..
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