Weight on AR RT-S 311

[mikespy]

Was considering buying them but was curious as to weight of the wheel. They are the American racing wheel RT-S 311's 20x8.5 Blk. Know a few of ya guys got em. Did a search and someone posted they THOUGHT they were 24lbs. I went to discount tire this morning and was told they weighed 39lbs. Dude on the phone supposedly put wheel on a scale and said it weighed that. Wanted to know before laying the buck down. I also couldn't find ARacing's number on their website to call and ask.

[Black on Black]

If they're 39 lbs., I would be surprised and pissed. Discount Tire told ME that they were 24-25 lbs. after asking AR directly. If you get to the bottom of this, please let us know!!!

[mikespy]

If they're 39 lbs., I would be surprised and pissed. Discount Tire told ME that they were 24-25 lbs. after asking AR directly. If you get to the bottom of this, please let us know!!!


I was hoping they didn't weigh too much. 24-25 would be sweet. I will try to see if i can get any info. I don't know if the dude weighed the wheel with the box or what, but unless it's chromed, 40 lbs seems a bit much if ya ask me. Discount lists most of AR's 20's at 31 lbs. These look even lighter than the ones i saw listed. I'm already tired of these stock wheels. Need some more damn black on my ride!!

[VanillaRT4me]

Maybe, he was actually weighing the new AR RT-S 311's in the new 24 x 10" size? That would seem more logical for 39 lbs.

[Hemi31]

I weighed my wheels and tires at 53lbs each!I seriously doubt the wheels weigh 39 lbs.

[Fondy]

yeah they are heavy when I got mine i didnt weigh them but they are more the stock thats for sure LOL.

[mikespy]

I weighed my wheels and tires at 53lbs each!I seriously doubt the wheels weigh 39 lbs.
What brand of tires ya got Hemi31?? So we can subract from the equation.... Oh and were they the same 20x8.5's.(im sure they are, just checking).

[Hemi31]

Yeah,20x8.5.Good Year RSA's.245/45/20

[Hemi31]

When I called Discount Tire I was told they didn't carry American Racing.I think the guy was yanking your chain.

[mikespy]

When I called Discount Tire I was told they didn't carry American Racing.I think the guy was yanking your chain.

No, my good buddy works there. And if that were the case, Black on Blacks chain would have to been yanked also, since i think he bought them there. SEE ABOVE POST BY HIM. They actually can get other than listed brands, just have to ask. Thats where i bought my BFG's KDWII's, and they aren't listed for our mags when vehicle is entered on website. Anyway i can get the rims for 179+tax, which is a very good deal.:)

[mikespy]

Well your goodyear tires weigh 28 lbs according to tirerack. So the rims weigh 25 lbs if rims and tires weigh 53 like you said HEMI31. Which would jive with what black on black was told that they weigh 24 or 25lbs. I did a search online and found some colorado truck owners have the same wheels. One was emailed the weight of the exact same wheel (rt-s311 20x8.5) and ARacing said it did weigh 25lbs. Kinda sucks though. My buddy talked to a local Warehouse distributor that weighed it as i waited (over the phone). Dude said it was 39 lbs, but he probably weighed the wrong wheel. Now i don't know if i should get em or not???????

[Hemi31]

Mike,Wheels for Less has them for $193 a piece w/ free shipping.They are lighter than 39lbs,my steel cop wheels are only 30.You won't be disapointed,just don't put a Toyo,or Nitto truck tire on them.

[mikespy]

Mike,Wheels for Less has them for $193 a piece w/ free shipping.They are lighter than 39lbs,my steel cop wheels are only 30.You won't be disapointed,just don't put a Toyo,or Nitto truck tire on them.

Thanks for all your help Hemi31. They are damn nice looking!!

[mikespy]

Decided to email American racing on the wheel. This is what was sent back on the RT-S 311 wheel black 20x8.5.


Greetings!


Thank you for your interest in American Racing!

Depending on the exact vehicle application, a 20x8.5 RT-S wheel will weigh between 37 and 40 lbs.

Pricing and ordering information can be obtained from any American Racing retail dealer near you. If you need assistance finding a local dealer, please use the Dealer Locator on our website:


http://www.americanracing.com/dealerlocator/index.asp?section=dlr (http://javascript<b></b>:ol('http://www.americanracing.com/dealerlocator/index.asp?section%3ddlr');)


I hope this information helps!

Sincerely,

American Racing
info@americanracing.com






I guess Discount tire was right after all. 39 lbs for it. That + tire will equal a bit too much for me. Guess my search continues!!

[Hemi31]

I want a refund on the damn scale!

[mikespy]

I want a refund on the damn scale!

The bad thing is hemi31 i think they r freaking sweet!!

[Hemi31]

I'm gonna get another scale and reweigh them,I sware they don't feel that heavy!The stockers felt heavier.

[mikespy]

I'm gonna get another scale and reweigh them,I sware they don't feel that heavy!The stockers felt heavier.

I so want you to b right bro!!:)

[Hemi31]

OK,being that I can't stand this argument,I went outside with a better scale,Weighed both!Stock wheel and tire-53 lbs,AR RTS311 w/GY RSA 245/45/20-62lbs!I couldn't believe it!So I go get the other scale(which is now in the trash!)And there's a spot that sticks right at 50lbs!So I apologize to all!The good news is 9lbs won't kill us,the bad news is anyone with a LT tire will be over 70lbs a wheel.Sorry again folks,next time I'll double check the scale w/ my fat a$$!

[mikespy]

OK,being that I can't stand this argument,I went outside with a better scale,Weighed both!Stock wheel and tire-53 lbs,AR RTS311 w/GY RSA 245/45/20-62lbs!I couldn't believe it!So I go get the other scale(which is now in the trash!)And there's a spot that sticks right at 50lbs!So I apologize to all!The good news is 9lbs won't kill us,the bad news is anyone with a LT tire will be over 70lbs a wheel.Sorry again folks,next time I'll double check the scale w/ my fat a$$!


No, 9 lbs ain't so bad Hemi31. I think they r freaking cool bro!!

Thanks for the info.:thumbs_u: