PROMO: FORGESTAR F14 Wheels
04-30-2010 | 08:07 PM
#101
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Forgestar F14 18x10" setup on Angel's RX8
I didn't see this up here as well. Just in case you guys missed it on the Forgestar blog:
Angel's RX8
Forgestar F14 wheels in Brushed Titanium Finish
18x10 (Front and Rear)
Angel's RX8
Forgestar F14 wheels in Brushed Titanium Finish
18x10 (Front and Rear)
05-01-2010 | 05:25 PM
#105
I posted up pics of Angel's car somewhere, but might be in the wheel/tire section. Sorry guys we've been slammed with Big shipments this week so I haven't been up to date with this. I did update a bit ago that the wheels did all land and are in the machining schedule. I won't have updates honestly until they get through some of the backorders. I will do my best to get an idea of where we fall in the backorder and at what rate they are pumping them out. this is honestly the best I can do.
epik, ya Forgestar is definitely an interesting experience. I've been in the wholesale segment of the wheel industry for about 15 years now and have not had to jump through these kinds of obstacles before. Even when ordering crazy rare stuff from Japan. Usually the process is a lot simpler.
The fact that these wheels are such a great value and continue selling out is but one factor for the delays. Due to the nature of the custom offset and PCD we also have the machining variables to add into lead times. This is something that has been a fuzzy area. The lead times provided aren't necessarily always accurate and there's no followup on their part to update the clients on the progress/delays. I can't wait until they get things all ramped up, more lathes/drill presses or whatever to improve the lead times.
It actually has become very difficult for me to promote the wheel any further due to insane lead times. Containers are selling out before they land. once they land it can be up to 8-10 weeks before the wheels are through the machining process if the complete container is sold out.
Rishie
I HAVE NOT TAKE ANY NEW ORDERS SINCE THIS FIRST BATCH.
THEREFORE ANY ORDERS PLACED SHOULD BE FULFILLED THIS MONTH. EVERYTHING IS IN MACHINING PHASE.
ANY NEW INQUIRIES MIGHT RESULT IN A 3-4 MONTH LEAD TIME DEPENDING ON FORGESTAR'S ABILITY TO RAMP INVENTORY AND PRODUCTION.
epik, ya Forgestar is definitely an interesting experience. I've been in the wholesale segment of the wheel industry for about 15 years now and have not had to jump through these kinds of obstacles before. Even when ordering crazy rare stuff from Japan. Usually the process is a lot simpler.
The fact that these wheels are such a great value and continue selling out is but one factor for the delays. Due to the nature of the custom offset and PCD we also have the machining variables to add into lead times. This is something that has been a fuzzy area. The lead times provided aren't necessarily always accurate and there's no followup on their part to update the clients on the progress/delays. I can't wait until they get things all ramped up, more lathes/drill presses or whatever to improve the lead times.
It actually has become very difficult for me to promote the wheel any further due to insane lead times. Containers are selling out before they land. once they land it can be up to 8-10 weeks before the wheels are through the machining process if the complete container is sold out.
Rishie
I HAVE NOT TAKE ANY NEW ORDERS SINCE THIS FIRST BATCH.
THEREFORE ANY ORDERS PLACED SHOULD BE FULFILLED THIS MONTH. EVERYTHING IS IN MACHINING PHASE.
ANY NEW INQUIRIES MIGHT RESULT IN A 3-4 MONTH LEAD TIME DEPENDING ON FORGESTAR'S ABILITY TO RAMP INVENTORY AND PRODUCTION.
Last edited by Endless Rotaries; 05-03-2010 at 11:06 PM.
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05-02-2010 | 12:23 AM
#110
OMG, Everyone is getting all confused. hopefully this will clarify. Caps are so it's easy to find later. lol.
I HAVE NOT TAKE ANY NEW ORDERS SINCE THIS FIRST BATCH.
THEREFORE ANY ORDERS PLACED SHOULD BE FULFILLED THIS MONTH. EVERYTHING IS IN MACHINING PHASE.
ANY NEW INQUIRIES MIGHT RESULT IN A 3-4 MONTH LEAD TIME DEPENDING ON FORGESTAR'S ABILITY TO RAMP INVENTORY AND PRODUCTION.
Thanks, Rishie
I HAVE NOT TAKE ANY NEW ORDERS SINCE THIS FIRST BATCH.
THEREFORE ANY ORDERS PLACED SHOULD BE FULFILLED THIS MONTH. EVERYTHING IS IN MACHINING PHASE.
ANY NEW INQUIRIES MIGHT RESULT IN A 3-4 MONTH LEAD TIME DEPENDING ON FORGESTAR'S ABILITY TO RAMP INVENTORY AND PRODUCTION.
Thanks, Rishie
05-04-2010 | 09:41 PM
#118
Gunmetal is still available.
The wheels are here just waiting for machining. They should all be done this month. I confirmed and got all their internal order #'s for the machining process so I know they are scheduled.
Rishie
The wheels are here just waiting for machining. They should all be done this month. I confirmed and got all their internal order #'s for the machining process so I know they are scheduled.
Rishie
05-04-2010 | 11:50 PM
#119
05-24-2010 | 10:59 PM
#120
Alright guys,
I'll chime in here for a bit regarding these wheels. Rishie, I understand your hair pulling, as I'm with ModBargains.com and we retail these wheels as well.
We sell a ton of Forgestar wheels and we're actually displaying with them at this year's Bimmerfest in Pasadena. The reason for the delays was very simple: Forgestar NEVER anticipated selling so many wheels.
We specifically told the owner of Forgestar that this wheel was going to be revolutionary and for the price - they'll sell like hotcakes. Forgestar originally (just from us) anticipated about 5 to 8 sets per week. We're currently selling nearly 5-8 sets per day! Forgestar's original forecasting was a bit off, but how could anyone forecast a type of wheel that's never been on the market?
I saw Angel's car on the Forgestar blog and might I say - it look absolutely nuts!
These wheels are made with the same methods as Advan, BBS, and Enkei wheels. They're the world's first affordable flow form cast wheels on the market. The wait is a bit long, but you're getting a custom made wheel, available in different finishes, and they're extremely lightweight too!
Good job Rishie for getting these on some 8s!
I want to see more now! I'm waiting for my 18x10 setup as well. So even the vendors have to wait!
I'll chime in here for a bit regarding these wheels. Rishie, I understand your hair pulling, as I'm with ModBargains.com and we retail these wheels as well.
We sell a ton of Forgestar wheels and we're actually displaying with them at this year's Bimmerfest in Pasadena. The reason for the delays was very simple: Forgestar NEVER anticipated selling so many wheels.
We specifically told the owner of Forgestar that this wheel was going to be revolutionary and for the price - they'll sell like hotcakes. Forgestar originally (just from us) anticipated about 5 to 8 sets per week. We're currently selling nearly 5-8 sets per day! Forgestar's original forecasting was a bit off, but how could anyone forecast a type of wheel that's never been on the market?
I saw Angel's car on the Forgestar blog and might I say - it look absolutely nuts!
These wheels are made with the same methods as Advan, BBS, and Enkei wheels. They're the world's first affordable flow form cast wheels on the market. The wait is a bit long, but you're getting a custom made wheel, available in different finishes, and they're extremely lightweight too!
Good job Rishie for getting these on some 8s!
I want to see more now! I'm waiting for my 18x10 setup as well. So even the vendors have to wait!
