Weld Racing 71MP8080B62A RT-S S71 Polished Wheel 18x8 5x4.75 6.2in Backspace Medium Pad

The Weld Racing RT-S S71 is an 18x8 three-piece modular forged aluminum wheel finished in polished with a polished center. Engineered to bring WELD Racing's track-proven technology to the street, this wheel features a 5x4.75" bolt pattern, 6.2" backspace (43mm offset), and a medium mounting pad height — ideal for clearing high-performance factory and aftermarket brake systems found on performance vehicles from the late 1980s onward.

Key Features:

• 3-Piece Welded Construction: Unique welded assembly process delivers a superior strength-to-weight ratio compared to traditional cast wheels
• Forged Billet Center & Cold Forged Rim Shells: Premium forging-grade aluminum alloys provide maximum strength and durability
• Polished Finish: Classic WELD Racing 5-spoke star design with a fully polished center and shell for an aggressive, timeless appearance
• Medium Mounting Pad Height: Designed to clear high-performance factory brake systems first seen on 1965 Corvettes and performance cars from the late 1980s onward, as well as many aftermarket brake systems
• 3 Mounting Pad Options Available: Low pad for drum and early disc brakes; medium pad for high-performance factory systems; high pad for modern fixed opposed-piston calipers (Brembo, Baer, Wilwood, and similar)
• Wheel Specs: 18" diameter | 8.0" width | 5x4.75" bolt pattern | 6.2" backspace | 43mm offset
• Lug Nut Requirement: 18" diameter wheels require conical lug nuts (not included)
• Includes: Center cap and valve stem
• SAE J2530 Compliant: Meets SAE J2530 Aftermarket Wheel (Street) Standards
• Made in the USA: Manufactured in Kansas City, MO

The S71 is engineered with F.E.A. (Finite Element Analysis) and in-house destructive testing to ensure safety under the most demanding street and strip conditions. Whether you're building a street cruiser or a purpose-built drag car, the S71 delivers the classic WELD Racing look with race-ready construction.