Might bring some wheels.....
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Don't look flush enough. Not time attack look that all them hard Parkers are looking for.
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You can compare Rotas to Rays as long as they were made the same way, but it's stupid to expect to pay Honda Civic prices for an NSX. Even though in this case the NSX is really just a civic with a body kit. Right?
17x9's are 21lbs and list for $596?! I must admit I don't really get it.
17x9's are 21lbs and list for $596?! I must admit I don't really get it.
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Most companies don't make STEEL wheels in offsets high enough for a subaru. You can custom order from places like Hart but they will likely tell you that there is not enough material strength to support the load from the huge offset you need on a 17x9 or 18x10 size wheel to fit on a subaru. I called a couple of places and there was one that was willing to make a set but they said it would be "run at your own risk" kind of deal.
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You can compare Rotas to Rays as long as they were made the same way, but it's stupid to expect to pay Honda Civic prices for an NSX. Even though in this case the NSX is really just a civic with a body kit. Right?
17x9's are 21lbs and list for $596?! I must admit I don't really get it.
17x9's are 21lbs and list for $596?! I must admit I don't really get it.
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I agree on these that Rays has a problem with this rim - the MSRP. That is a lot for a cast wheel. 21lbs is fine if it is strong and since they claim this is a spec racing wheel, they've likely made it stronger than average. The part I don't get is, they said this wheel was designed to bring spec racing wheel prices DOWN. For that price, you might as well start looking at their forged offerings.
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NOT, I'm always on a budget hence my concern to the OP who hasn't addressed my questions. I don't care if some other members suck his winnie and know where to do it, I mean lives.... that doesn't guarantee I won't get scammed
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Lol if its gonna ruffle your scruffle and cause people to spread rumors or lead to unneeded **** talking, why bother?
If you feel insecure don't buy a set, not looking for a headache.
Anyway this wheel is some pretty nice qualities and super strong, I actually have had my set for 5 years no problem.
No bends still in round, has ribs on the inside to prevent any tire mishap.
Huge difference, nothing against rota but you can most definitely feel it.
Not sure if you have bought a brand new set of wheels from rays, its a new experience
If you feel insecure don't buy a set, not looking for a headache.
Anyway this wheel is some pretty nice qualities and super strong, I actually have had my set for 5 years no problem.
No bends still in round, has ribs on the inside to prevent any tire mishap.
Huge difference, nothing against rota but you can most definitely feel it.
Not sure if you have bought a brand new set of wheels from rays, its a new experience
Last edited by MonsterGC; Jul 30, 2013 at 02:43 PM.
