Anyone seen these wheels? Superspeed Flowform RF03RR

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Old 04-28-2020, 03:17 PM
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Anyone seen these wheels? Superspeed Flowform RF03RR

As the title says, does anyone have any experience with these wheels or know much about them? I was just searching for a lightweight 18" wheel alternative to RPF1's and came across these. I like the style more than RPF1's too. They are pretty affordable at $249 each.

The specs are:

Front - 18x8.5 +35, 18.1 lbs
Rear - 18x9.5 +38, 18.7 lbs

https://www.super-speed.ca/post/rf03...-in-the-market

https://www.super-speed.ca/flowform-rf03rr

EDIT: I did notice they are based in Canada. I'm not sure what prices these are in USD or what shipping costs would be.

EDIT2: I'm really loving the finish on the Titanium colored ones.

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These wheels sounds great for what they are, would love to see how they would look on the G. At this point in time I am set on upgrading to 19" wheels.
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Well I ended up buying them. I got an amazing deal on these, $300 plus shipping, because the guy I bought them from had them on his NSX (in the video posted above) which he just used in promotional videos for Superspeed, so he didn't even use the wheels anymore.

Superspeed RF03RR in titanium finish
18x8.5 +35 front, weight 18.3lbs
18x9.5 +38 rear, weight 18.9lbs

They are made to clear big brakes, but these still barely clear the sport akebonos, it's only a few mm but it's just enough.

Tires are Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 235/45/18 and 255/40/18. I will probably get wider tires when it's time for them to be replaced, but for now I'm using my old tire setup from my stock sport wheels.

I know I need a drop. I'm planning to go with 370z pre-2016 nismo springs to drop it about .5", I'm not interested in going much lower. Now onto some pics!










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I just recently came across these wheels, and I am glad to see someone has already fit them to a G37S sedan. That sure looks like a very close fit with the front calipers. Have you run into any issues? Are you running hub centric rings? You don't mention any spacers, is that correct? I see the company is Canadian, but do the wheels indicate where they are actually made?

If I do buy these wheels I'll go with 18x8.5 ET35 front and rear as I want to go square so I can rotate.
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The wheels have been phenomenal thus far, although I have only put 2-3k miles on them since I don't drive the car much. Zero issues with the calipers.

I can't remember if I have hub centric rings. I wanna say yes but not 100%. No spacers though. I feel like I remember someone from Superspeed saying the wheels are made in Taiwan IIRC.

I would absolutely buy them again in the future. Well-priced and lightweight.

If you buy some, post pics!! 👍

EDIT: Yes I have rings. Saw them in an old pic I took.

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Old 01-01-2023, 07:19 PM
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I am very tempted. Any chance you could take a photo showing the measurement of the amount of clearance there is between the spoke and caliper for me?
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Hard to get a measurement. It's close to 1/8in which would be around 2-3mm.


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Old 01-21-2023, 02:55 AM
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I ended up ordering 18x8.5 et35 TSW Kemora wheels. Tire Rack said they clear the Akebonos, but, they do not. So, I am going to order the Superspeed RF03RR in gunmetal. The good news is that the RF03RR is a stronger wheel as it has a higher load rating and passes the JWL VIA + 30° & 90° Impact test, which the Kemora did not list.

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The specs are:

Front - 18x8.5 +35, 18.1 lbs
Rear - 18x9.5 +38, 18.7 lbs
I see you are staggered. Any reason why the 18x8.5 +35 wouldn't fit in the rear? I would think if it clears the front calipers, it would clear the rear as well. I want to be able to rotate for longer tire life.
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It would absolutely fit in the rear.
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Old 01-21-2023, 08:56 PM
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Order placed. Not only were the 18x8.5 et35 5x114.3 gunmetal RF03RR wheels on sale, they have a 5% discount code for new customers.
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That's awesome!!! Post some pics when you get them. I'd love to see them on another G besides mine.
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Will do, but will be a couple more months until winter is over around here.....
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When are you going to get these wheels installed? Winter is ending soon!
Old 03-20-2023, 12:23 PM
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Ha, just had some General G-MAX RS tires mounted on them. Still a bit cold here, but should be able to put them on the car in a week or two.

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Looking good! Can't wait to see them on the car! You'll notice the lighter feel in the steering if you're going from heavy wheels to these.


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