What do you guys think about these? - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

WRX06TR · 2008-02-29, 12:17 AM

I have been looking at picking up a "cheap" set of wheels to keep a set of summer tires on. I really don't like any of the Rota's that are 17x8 and I don't want to jump up to an 18". I found these on Tire Rack, they look pretty good, I am just thinking that they may look a little funny without a BBK behind them...

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand

Share your opinions...

Joeyy · 2008-02-29, 12:30 AM

I've never really been a big fan of five spokes. Off to check I-club to see if I can find ya something better.

WRX06TR · 2008-02-29, 12:57 AM

I also looked at the NT03-M but I'm not sure how I feel about them... The Crawford car makes them look sick but I need to see them in person.

http://crawfordperformance.com/v2/re.../IMG_4115b.jpg

Why the hell are there two valve stems?

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand

I found out on Enkei's website. "THE NTO3+M ALSO FEATURES A RACING TWIN VALVE DESIGN WHICH ALLOWS FOR ACCURATE MONITORING WHILE ADJUSTING THE PRESSURE"

Joeyy · 2008-02-29, 12:59 AM

http://www.i-club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=179851
5x100 correct? I think these would look bad ass.

WRX06TR · 2008-02-29, 01:07 AM

Those do look pretty good. But I'm not a huge fan of time attack wheels. And probably wouldn't have the cash to pick those up before that guy sells them. Thanks tho...

100_Percent_Juice · 2008-02-29, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by WRX06TR

I also looked at the NT03-M but I'm not sure how I feel about them...

I feel that they look awesome!

I think Advan RGII's are sick! So I guess I kinda like the rota boost wheels too.

tysonK · 2008-02-29, 08:00 AM

The NT03-M do not look that good in regular 17" subaru fitment.

The crawford car is on 18's and a very(widebody) different offset from what I can tell, which makes the wheels look good.

left footed whooten · 2008-02-29, 08:16 AM

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1457837

17X7, but seems like a good deal.
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1450648

WRX06TR · 2008-02-29, 10:22 AM

^The only problem with those is that I already have a perfect set of tires in my garage. So $1500 plus shipping from TX...ouch.

I like the big 5 spoke RP03's but they are going to leave me wanting a BBK

Kevin M · 2008-02-29, 10:32 AM

If you feel bad about small brakes behind your wheels, just come look at my car on 17s sometime...

cody · 2008-02-29, 10:39 AM

I like the RP03's but if you want to save some cash and have a similar look/weight:

http://edgeracing.com/2006/Subaru/Im...WRX/wheel/210/

sperry · 2008-02-29, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 100_Percent_Juice

I feel that they look awesome!

I think Advan RGII's are sick! So I guess I kinda like the rota boost wheels too.

I love the RGII's... but could only afford the Boosts... too bad they don't make 'em in 5x114.3 and 9.5" wide or I'd get another set.

100_Percent_Juice · 2008-02-29, 09:45 PM

Was that your bugeye when it was still 5x100? What did you do with those wheels? Definitely a great look you had there.

Nick Koan · 2008-03-01, 12:02 AM

I've always liked the idea of the NT03, but never the execution.

The Compomotive TH2 looks similar but better (but, unfortunately out of production and more expensive).

As for the RP03, I can't say I'm a fan. I'm more on a multi-spoke tip at the moment, so take that with a grain of salt.

WRX06TR · 2008-03-01, 12:50 AM

Well, that pic of the STi Joeyy posted really made me rethink the G-Forces. I can't believe I'm saying it but maybe I will get a set of Rota G-Force...wow never thought I would pick up Rota's

I guess I weigh to much in brand names...

sybir · 2008-03-01, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 100_Percent_Juice

Was that your bugeye when it was still 5x100? What did you do with those wheels? Definitely a great look you had there.

They went here:

100_Percent_Juice · 2008-03-01, 12:27 PM

...and they still look good.

sperry · 2008-03-01, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sybir

They went here:

Still the best wheels that have ever been on the hoopty.

MattR · 2008-03-01, 11:11 PM

Yeah, I wish I had known about those wheels sooner, they were so good looking and affordable. Damn Scott, that pic of your car looks hot...

sybir · 2008-03-01, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattR

Yeah, I wish I had known about those wheels sooner, they were so good looking and affordable. Damn Scott, that pic of your car looks hot...

Trade ya for some RPF1's

MattR · 2008-03-01, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by sybir

Trade ya for some RPF1's

I'll pass. But thanks for always looking out!

sybir · 2008-03-02, 08:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattR

I'll pass. But thanks for always looking out!

Wheel whores never sleep.

sperry · 2008-03-02, 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattR

Yeah, I wish I had known about those wheels sooner, they were so good looking and affordable. Damn Scott, that pic of your car looks hot...

That was the picture I took for the Gran Tursmo comparison:

100_Percent_Juice · 2008-03-02, 11:38 PM

Your real life wing is too short. Get your car some ExtenZe™ and get back on the track!

WRX06TR · 2008-03-03, 10:41 AM

Well, I am in the process or saving up some cash but I am torn on what color Rota's. Bronze, Gold, or Gun Metallic?

http://www.subydude.com/osc/product_...roducts_id/382

2008-02-29, 12:17 AM	#1
WRX06TR EJ251 Real Name: Nick P Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Reno Posts: 881 Car: 2005 STi Class: MadtyteTunerBro! Back to the studio!	What do you guys think about these? I have been looking at picking up a "cheap" set of wheels to keep a set of summer tires on. I really don't like any of the Rota's that are 17x8 and I don't want to jump up to an 18". I found these on Tire Rack, they look pretty good, I am just thinking that they may look a little funny without a BBK behind them... http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand Share your opinions...

2008-02-29, 12:57 AM	#3
WRX06TR EJ251 Real Name: Nick P Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Reno Posts: 881 Car: 2005 STi Class: MadtyteTunerBro! Back to the studio!	I also looked at the NT03-M but I'm not sure how I feel about them... The Crawford car makes them look sick but I need to see them in person. http://crawfordperformance.com/v2/re.../IMG_4115b.jpg Why the hell are there two valve stems? http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand I found out on Enkei's website. "THE NTO3+M ALSO FEATURES A RACING TWIN VALVE DESIGN WHICH ALLOWS FOR ACCURATE MONITORING WHILE ADJUSTING THE PRESSURE" Last edited by WRX06TR; 2008-02-29 at 01:00 AM.

2008-02-29, 12:59 AM	#4
Joeyy i can has kart? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: CA Posts: 1,228	http://www.i-club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=179851 5x100 correct? I think these would look bad ass. Attached Thumbnails

2008-02-29, 08:00 AM	#7
tysonK warehouse SECCS Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: SoCal... Posts: 6,253 Car: 04 Evo 99 Cadillac Class: street de le mod	The NT03-M do not look that good in regular 17" subaru fitment. The crawford car is on 18's and a very(widebody) different offset from what I can tell, which makes the wheels look good. __________________ Anjali? Anjali?

2008-02-29, 08:16 AM	#8
left footed whooten EJ251 Real Name: Dylan Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Truckee Posts: 539 Car: 06 WRX wagon CGM Class: Stuck working weekends	http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1457837 17X7, but seems like a good deal. http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1450648 __________________ I'd rather drink muddy water and sleep in a hollow log

2008-02-29, 12:30 AM	#2
Joeyy i can has kart? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: CA Posts: 1,228	I've never really been a big fan of five spokes. Off to check I-club to see if I can find ya something better.

2008-02-29, 01:07 AM	#5
WRX06TR EJ251 Real Name: Nick P Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Reno Posts: 881 Car: 2005 STi Class: MadtyteTunerBro! Back to the studio!	Those do look pretty good. But I'm not a huge fan of time attack wheels. And probably wouldn't have the cash to pick those up before that guy sells them. Thanks tho...

2008-02-29, 10:22 AM	#9
WRX06TR EJ251 Real Name: Nick P Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Reno Posts: 881 Car: 2005 STi Class: MadtyteTunerBro! Back to the studio!	^The only problem with those is that I already have a perfect set of tires in my garage. So $1500 plus shipping from TX...ouch. I like the big 5 spoke RP03's but they are going to leave me wanting a BBK

2008-02-29, 10:32 AM	#10
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	If you feel bad about small brakes behind your wheels, just come look at my car on 17s sometime... __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2008-02-29, 10:39 AM	#11
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	I like the RP03's but if you want to save some cash and have a similar look/weight: http://edgeracing.com/2006/Subaru/Im...WRX/wheel/210/ __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

2008-02-29, 09:45 PM	#13
100_Percent_Juice (40 percent vodka) Real Name: Joel Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,446 Car: 2004WRX Class: Baby-Hauler/GroceryGetter	Was that your bugeye when it was still 5x100? What did you do with those wheels? Definitely a great look you had there. __________________ "A power nap is when you sleep on someone who is weaker than you." - Dimitri Martin

2008-03-01, 12:02 AM	#14
Nick Koan JDM Cowboy Real Name: Nick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Somewhere Posts: 8,642 Car: 2015 Mazda 3	I've always liked the idea of the NT03, but never the execution. The Compomotive TH2 looks similar but better (but, unfortunately out of production and more expensive). As for the RP03, I can't say I'm a fan. I'm more on a multi-spoke tip at the moment, so take that with a grain of salt. __________________ While a standard engine is powered by a belt connected to the crankshaft, a turbo engine runs on its own exhaust steam, making it more energy efficient. -- CNN

2008-03-01, 12:50 AM	#15
WRX06TR EJ251 Real Name: Nick P Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Reno Posts: 881 Car: 2005 STi Class: MadtyteTunerBro! Back to the studio!	Well, that pic of the STi Joeyy posted really made me rethink the G-Forces. I can't believe I'm saying it but maybe I will get a set of Rota G-Force...wow never thought I would pick up Rota's I guess I weigh to much in brand names...

2008-03-01, 12:27 PM	#17
100_Percent_Juice (40 percent vodka) Real Name: Joel Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,446 Car: 2004WRX Class: Baby-Hauler/GroceryGetter	...and they still look good. __________________ "A power nap is when you sleep on someone who is weaker than you." - Dimitri Martin

2008-03-01, 11:11 PM	#19
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	Yeah, I wish I had known about those wheels sooner, they were so good looking and affordable. Damn Scott, that pic of your car looks hot... __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2008-03-02, 11:38 PM	#24
100_Percent_Juice (40 percent vodka) Real Name: Joel Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,446 Car: 2004WRX Class: Baby-Hauler/GroceryGetter	Your real life wing is too short. Get your car some ExtenZe™ and get back on the track! __________________ "A power nap is when you sleep on someone who is weaker than you." - Dimitri Martin

2008-03-03, 10:41 AM	#25
WRX06TR EJ251 Real Name: Nick P Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Reno Posts: 881 Car: 2005 STi Class: MadtyteTunerBro! Back to the studio!	Well, I am in the process or saving up some cash but I am torn on what color Rota's. Bronze, Gold, or Gun Metallic? http://www.subydude.com/osc/product_...roducts_id/382

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