Weld Racing Releases the RT-S series

[weldadmin]

Weld Racing L.L.C. Announces the RT-S Line of Forged Aluminum Wheels
Muscular Style and Today’s Technology in One Wheel

Kansas City, U.S.A. January 26, 2010—

Weld Racing, the racing wheel company with the most wins on its product year after year, introduced the 2010 RT-S line of forged aluminum wheels at the 2009 PRI Show in Orlando Florida. The nation’s largest performance and racing show was the perfect place to unveil the new line’s two designs. The S71, a traditional “Weldstar” design, and the S74, a sophisticated Y-spoke design, make up the initial RT-S style offering. The available sizes range from 15”x4” to 18”x18”, to fit the wide array of tires available today and vehicles from classic to 2010 Muscle. The 15 inch diameter versions are available in February, followed by 17 inch, then 18 inch diameters during the first quarter of 2010. Forged from primary aluminum alloys in the U.S.A., as are all Weld Racing wheels, they are lighter, stronger, and truer than other brands. The quality alloys in the wheels polish to a brilliant shine and resist oxidation better than other alloys. The option of black anodized centers with milled highlights adds to the choices and appeal.

Forged wheels have numerous advantages over cast wheels and non-forged billet wheels. A cast wheel is made from A-356 Aluminum that is melted and poured into a mold. This material is only 60% as strong as 5000 or 6000 series alloys that are forged into shape. In addition the cast A-356 is brittle and porous. Not exactly properties you want in a wheel, especially in a high performance application! A billet of aluminum alloy that is not forged to approximate shape before machining does not have grain running from center to rim like spokes on a wheel. A forged billet, done correctly, does. This prevents de-lamination failures that can occur during high loads in a pure billet wheel. The forging process also increases the surface density of the wheel improving durability further. With a stronger material you can use less to build the wheel reducing its weight as much as 40% and still have a more durable wheel.

The RT-S wheels are three-piece forgings for application flexibility that are assembled by welding. In addition to the large array of widths and offsets, there are three mounting pad heights available to fit your brake package while maximizing the depth of the outer wheel lip. Primary forging grade aluminum alloys are used to create these and all Weld Racing wheels and this means no recycled scrap is used, as in most cast wheels and others. The difference in quality is obvious from the appearance, the strength, and the durability.

Weld RT-S wheels are available in widths to 18” to accommodate monster tires. Each design is modeled in 3D, and then tested with F.E.A. and destructive testing in our facility to insure your safety. Capable of handling 1200 horse power, 1.2 second 60 ft. times, 1,580 pound loads, and very high speeds, these wheels are the answer to today’s powerful and sophisticated Hot Rods and Street Machines.

For over 40 years Weld Racing built technologically superior wheels in the U.S.A. Today Weld Racing L.L.C. continues the tradition of building Racing and High Performance wheels in the heart of the U.S., using 21st century technology while giving the customer top quality, true craftsmanship, and excellent customer service.

For more information, please contact Customer Service at 800-788-9353. See the new RT-S designs at www.weldracing.com.

WELD RACING L.L.C., 6600 STADIUM DRIVE, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64129

[WeldFan]

I'm glad I waited out.

When can we expect the website to be updated with the details? Specifically looking for a set up for a 03 Cobra. 17" Front runners, 17" x 8" rears. :cool:

[Mancini Racing]

Do have these available for 2005-2010 300C/Charger/Challenger

[Mancini Racing]

Do you have these for the new Challenger?

[Mancini Racing]

What do you for the new Challenger with the metric bolt pattern?

[Champion Motors]

When are they coming out with 16" wheels? Looking for 17x5 for fronts and 16x12 for rear 5x4.75 bolt circle.
Rob
416 751-8047

[Racerbox77]

No info yet?

[weldadmin]

Yes, we will have fitments for Challenger, Mustang, Camaro etc. 17" will go into production initially with 5 x 4.5 and 5 x 4.75 bolt patterns with metric patterns to follow. 18" will follow in late April.

[jjarky]

Can you post a pic of the S74? Also, can you give a basic run down on pricing? Thanks

[Racerbox77]

Yes, we will have fitments for Challenger, Mustang, Camaro etc. 17" will go into production initially with 5 x 4.5 and 5 x 4.75 bolt patterns with metric patterns to follow. 18" will follow in late April.

We're getting close to car season here in Ohio and I still haven't heard any specific specs for these new wheels?

[Weld2]

What kind of info are you looking for? All 15" sizes have been released to our dealers with the 17" being released in April and the 18" in May. If you want to give us a call, we can email or mail you specific part numbers for the fitment(s) that you may need.

[jjarky]

What kind of info are you looking for? All 15" sizes have been released to our dealers with the 17" being released in April and the 18" in May. If you want to give us a call, we can email or mail you specific part numbers for the fitment(s) that you may need.

Can you give us a ballpark on pricing for the 17's and 18's? I'm ready to buy and would wait on the 18's if they are priced right. Just curious if they are going to be between $3000 to $4000 a set like everyone elses (forgeline, dpe, boze, hre, foose, billet specialities etc).

Thanks.

[Scarface]

Is it possible to get these wheels with a brushed Aluminum hoop?

Thanks

[Weld 3]

Is it possible to get these wheels with a brushed Aluminum hoop?

Thanks

At this time we only produce these wheels in a polished finish barrel.
Thanks

[blown91gtslvr]

Any chance these wheels will work with 5/8 studs? These are the wheels I was looking for!!

[Weld 3]

Any chance these wheels will work with 5/8 studs? These are the wheels I was looking for!!

Yes the 15 inch RT-S wheels will accomiodate 5/8 studs.

[badss02]

I see it says camaro but would like to know if the 15x10 will fit 2002 camaro ss without grinding calipers...

[srider]

I see it says camaro but would like to know if the 15x10 will fit 2002 camaro ss without grinding calipers...

Yes, the new RT-S Series with the "Medium Pad" will fit without grinding. A 15x10 with 7.5" backspace rear and 15x4 with 1.5" backspace front was developed specifically for that car.

The RT Series will also fit without any caliper grinding also.

Thanks,
Scott Rider

[blown91gtslvr]

Is there a parts number list for these wheels with sizes? trying to buy them from jegs but there are so many part numbers. Also, would a 15x10 fit under a 91 mustang rear that is not minitubbed? Thanks!

[Sigmun]

When will you have the 18" wheels for sale. I like the looks of this wheel and if the price is right will be purchasing a set. The rear size would be 18"-10" with a 5" back spacing. 4 3/4 bolt pattern. Will you be producing this size?

Sigmun

[srider]

When will you have the 18" wheels for sale. I like the looks of this wheel and if the price is right will be purchasing a set. The rear size would be 18"-10" with a 5" back spacing. 4 3/4 bolt pattern. Will you be producing this size?

Sigmun

Yes, an 18"x10" will be available in a 5" backspace with a 4-3/4 bolt pattern. 18" will be available from 18"x5.5" to 18"x18" by 1/2" increments in width and backspacing. The tooling is being finshed in the next couple weeks with production ramp up to follow. Sales should start around late May early June.

Hope this helps.

[srider]

Is there a parts number list for these wheels with sizes? trying to buy them from jegs but there are so many part numbers. Also, would a 15x10 fit under a 91 mustang rear that is not minitubbed? Thanks!


A 15x10 at 6.5" backspace should fit an SN95 car, I'm not sure which rear brake is on that car so am not sure if you need the "Low Pad" or "Medium Pad" for clearance.

[badss02]

are they going to get some pictures of the front rims with the black center for s-71

[blown91gtslvr]

so what does "lowpad" and "medium pad" mean?

[Weld 3]

so what does "lowpad" and "medium pad" mean?

The pad refers to the mounting surface where it contacts the vehicle. Low pad wheels have very little pad extension away from the center. Medium pad has more material at this point to allow for more brake clearance. In 17 and 18 inch we will have low, medium and high pads for all the late model big brakes and aftermarket brake kits. I hope this helps, if not give us a call we can help explain it over the phone.
Thanks

[Racerbox77]

Any more pics of these wheels?

[Overkill]

I'm looking for 17x11 and 17x9.5 to fit a 99 Camaro SS. Will this be available?

[Weld 3]

I'm looking for 17x11 and 17x9.5 to fit a 99 Camaro SS. Will this be available?

Yes we will have this fitment available to order on Friday May 28th.
Thanks

[Overkill]

Yes we will have this fitment available to order on Friday May 28th.
Thanks
Price?
Weight?

Thanks

[Weld 3]

All will be available on Friday. Thanks for your excitement on the new line.

[Weld 3]

At this time no we do not offer a brushed finish on the barrels. Show quality polished finish is the offering.
Thanks

[GIO]

Im in touch you guys by email. But waiting for 18's for a 09 Corvette Z06. I will be putting M/T street radials 345/35/18

Will it be available painted? looking for gloss black face or the whole rim in gloss black.

Is price available yet?

[Weld 3]

Im in touch you guys by email. But waiting for 18's for a 09 Corvette Z06. I will be putting M/T street radials 345/35/18

Will it be available painted? looking for gloss black face or the whole rim in gloss black.

Is price available yet?

We will have these available shortly. They will not be available painted. We anodize the parts black. Only the center is anodized all rim shells remain polished aluminum.
Thanks

[GIO]

Im in touch you guys by email. But waiting for 18's for a 09 Corvette Z06. I will be putting M/T street radials 345/35/18

Will it be available painted? looking for gloss black face or the whole rim in gloss black.

Is price available yet?

We will have these available shortly. They will not be available painted. We anodize the parts black. Only the center is anodized all rim shells remain polished aluminum.
Thanks

Do you guys heve a ETA yet

[Weld 3]

Do you guys heve a ETA yet

We have the 17 inch available now, and the 18 inch should be ready before the end of this month.

[GIO]

Are the 18" for a Corvette C6 Z06 ready to order already?

It gets push up a week every week. Lol

[Weld 3]

Are the 18" for a Corvette C6 Z06 ready to order already?

It gets push up a week every week. Lol

We are very sorry about the delay in releasing these wheels to market. When you manufacture the product there can be hidden circumstances that affect release dates. We want your business and intend on releasing these before the end of the month.
Again, sorry for the delays.

[GIO]

Im looking to use the Mcgard drag racing lug nuts.

What shank size will I need for this rim? There is .490, .746, 1.365
My vette uses 12X1.5

[Weld 3]

Im looking to use the Mcgard drag racing lug nuts.

What shank size will I need for this rim? There is .490, .746, 1.365
My vette uses 12X1.5

The 18 inch RT-S wheels take a standard acorn (conical Seat) lug nut.
Thanks

[Merlin]

How much would the weight be for a 17x9.5 & 17x11 ?
Would the RT-S wheel hold up to an autocross runing sticky d.o.t. race tires?
The vehicle will be a 70 Chevelle weighing around 3400-3600lbs
Thanks for any info. These are some of the most beautiful wheels on the market.

Cliff

[Weld 3]

How much would the weight be for a 17x9.5 & 17x11 ?
Would the RT-S wheel hold up to an autocross runing sticky d.o.t. race tires?
The vehicle will be a 70 Chevelle weighing around 3400-3600lbs
Thanks for any info. These are some of the most beautiful wheels on the market.

Cliff

Thanks for the inquiry Cliff, I would have to say at this time the RT-S would NOT be a suitable wheel choice for this application. These wheels have not been tested in this market segement. These are a street and strip capable wheel, but the side load issues will come into play with your Chevelle.
Thanks

[ams450r]

Hey you makeing 18 to clear rear calipers on 2010 camaro ss yet,we are needing some wheels to mount drag radials for the up coming lsx shootout and fronts to match. Thanks in advance

[Weld 3]

Hey you makeing 18 to clear rear calipers on 2010 camaro ss yet,we are needing some wheels to mount drag radials for the up coming lsx shootout and fronts to match. Thanks in advance

The 2010 Camaro SS has 2 different brake set ups. The later versions have 2 harmonic dampers on top of the front brake caliper. If you have this version then NO we cannot fit it with an 18 inch wheel. The rear we can fit with 18 inch, but I am sure you want them to match. Let me know if your car has these dampers on it.
Thanks

[ams450r]

We have a early verison. So what r looking at pricing on these wheels and part numbers for wheels. We like near Kansas City so is there any dealer near to get wheels.

[Weld 3]

Our pricing is product information is being worked on as we speak. We will post the 18 inch information as soon as we are ready to take orders. You can view the pricing from our web site or one of our authorized dealers.
Thanks

[GIO]

Our pricing is product information is being worked on as we speak. We will post the 18 inch information as soon as we are ready to take orders. You can view the pricing from our web site or one of our authorized dealers.
Thanks

so will I be able to order a set of 18's for my C6 Z06 before the end of the month?

[Weld 3]

We certainly hope so. We are working hard to get everything in line to produce these wheels. We appreciate your interest in Weld products.

[GIO]

We certainly hope so. We are working hard to get everything in line to produce these wheels. We appreciate your interest in Weld products.

give me good news on ordering a set of 18's for my C6 Z06

[GIO]

give me good news on ordering a set of 18's for my C6 Z06

Anything yet

[Weld 3]

Pricing on the 17 inch RT-S is on the web site, 18 inch will be ready very soon.
Thanks

[08 Shelby]

Do you guys offer anything that will fit front and back of a 2008 Shelby GT500?

[Weld 3]

Yes we do, you can get the RT-S wheels in 18 or 20 inch. You can use a 15 inch in the rear, but must go the 18 or 20 on the front.
We offer 18 and 20 that will match the rear as well.
Check them out under street performance section.
Thanks

[Weld2]

For the front of the 08 GT500, we can offer a 17" or 18" S71 RT-S wheel in widths of 5" to 9.5".
There are also several S71 options for the rear in 17" or 18" and including 15x10 (must relocate rear stabilizer bar).

[GIO]

Any word when the 18's will be available for my C6 Z06.

[Geronimo]

How much do the 15x10 RTS wheels weigh ? Are they the same or lighter than Prostar wheels ?

[Weld 3]

How much do the 15x10 RTS wheels weigh ? Are they the same or lighter than Prostar wheels ?

The 15x10 will weigh in at 15 lbs each. Keep in mind these wheels are designed for street use as well as race use. We make the rim shell material thicker for street applications.
Thanks

[smeshey]

seen these in person great designs

[Weld 3]

seen these in person great designs

Thanks for the kind words. Do you have an application that we can help fit?

[meanmike]

I'm interested in the 15" RT-S wheels for my project. I'm running a wilwood 12.19" vented rear brake kit (pn. 140-2115). It requires the barrel of the wheel to be 14.06" ID min. Will a 15x10 4.5" BS RT-S work with these brakes?

How thick is the wheel from the rotor face to the lug nut spot face? The old alumastars I have on the car now are .500" thick and use a .490" shank length lug. Is the RT-S the same.

[weldadmin]

According to Wilwood's drawing for this brake package (140-2115), the wheel will clear with a medium pad height S71 RT-S wheel.

The S71 RT-S wheel will take the same lugs as the AlumaStar.

[meanmike]

Thanks. I wouldn't have guessed it would have needed to be medium pad height.

What about the fronts, 15x4's over a wilwood 140-10996 brake kit?

[weldadmin]

After reviewing both diagram's, the low pad height will accommodate both brake packages (140-2115 & 140-10996)

[GIO]

We been left up in the air for the RT-S 18" rims for C6 Z06. Any word when we can order them. They were going to be released back in July and we are in November with no answer just post that it will be next week for the last four months:mad:

Can we get a true ETA to know if we should just move on to get wheels from another company

[Weld 3]

The 18 inch RTS wheels are avaialable to order now. These wheels will require a 3 week lead time to build. Thanks for your inquiry.

[yaoli]

What kind of info are you looking for? All 15" sizes have been released to our dealers with the 17" being released in April and the 18" in May. If you want to give us a call, we can email or mail you specific part numbers for the fitment(s) that you may need.

:cool: haha, u say too short?

[shunzi]

Is it possible to get these wheels with a brushed Aluminum hoop?

Thanks

:eek::D
UGG short with the amazing features, warmth and comfort.

[Weld 3]

:eek::D
UGG short with the amazing features, warmth and comfort.

Do you have any comments or questions regarding Weld Racing?
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[blazzin1]

Seems to be working now!!! Thanks!!! :D

[blazzin1]

Hello Weld Racing!
Supposedly, Jay is working on finding out for me if the RT-S (S71) 17x10.5" will fit on a 2010 Camaro SS (5x120 bolt pattern). However, if that doesn't work out, I am looking at purchasing a 17x10.0" from a Weld distributor, but I noticed their part number was "71HP7100N72A". Your website won't allow me to select and view the back-spacing and offset options available on this size wheel. Can you please give the specs on this "72A" part number (i.e. Back-Spacing, Offset, Weight)? Thanks.

Any chance of fixing the website, so that we can at least see what options (fitments) are available?

[Weld2]

The 71HP7100N72A (2010 Camaro fitment) has a 7.20" back space with 44mm offset. The wheel weighs 19.30 lbs.

We are in the process of uploading the remainder of the 17" part numbers to the website. This will be completed as soon as possible. We also hope to include a fitment guide in the future, but until then, our sales staff will be happy to help.