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sti deede · 2004-09-21, 12:49 PM

A wedding that I "volunteered" to photograph. Can't believe I'm missing Solo 1 for this. Plus work wants me into all that weekend for overtime. I'm hoping to make it a short trip. Go up Friday night or Saturday morning and back saturday night. I'll have to see how that works. I might be stuck driving the crash mobile for the trip. ewww.

MattR · 2004-09-21, 12:56 PM

Solo 1 is not until Oct 2-3 you know? So you still have a week to play with.

sti deede · 2004-09-21, 12:58 PM

that's the weekend I'm out of town

MikeSTI · 2004-09-21, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by sperry

Nice work on finding the old thread! I totally forgot about those rims since you went and got the bronze torques so soon after! Those SDRs really do look good on STis.

I think Deede should get some black or gold ones... they wouldn't look exactly the same as Mike's, but she'd still be copying him.

I agree that the SDR's are the way to go if you want good winter wheels

Scott - who has the Bronze Torque's? Nick feel free to smack him

Dean · 2004-09-21, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

I'm working on some "creative financing" to get my hands on a pair of SDR's. I've also emailed Subydude a quote for how long it will take for me to get my wheels. I might be able to have them in time for my fricken trip to Fresno

. Then I could for sure autocross one more event.

I still think you should call Discount Tire on those MB Motorsport wheels. They are probably cheparer than the SDRs, and you can get teh whole package i none fell swoop.

sperry · 2004-09-21, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeSTI

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Originally Posted by sperry

Nice work on finding the old thread! I totally forgot about those rims since you went and got the bronze torques so soon after! Those SDRs really do look good on STis.

I think Deede should get some black or gold ones... they wouldn't look exactly the same as Mike's, but she'd still be copying him.

I agree that the SDR's are the way to go if you want good winter wheels

Scott - who has the Bronze Torque's? Nick feel free to smack him

Huh? You've got bronze torques, yes? And you got them fairly soon after the SDRs, right? All I'm saying is that I forgot you were rolling SDRs briefly between the stockers and torques.

And Nick's are steel grey, aren't they?

sti deede · 2004-09-21, 02:18 PM

Dean,
Discount tire direct isn't selling the M3's this winter, so their out. Besides I already have the tires ordered. But getting rims for them is still a great idea! Just haven't completely decided on what to get.

out of curiousity what does everyone think of these wheels.
LINK
I like them because they look industrial, but then I can't tell what is "rice" or just plain no good.

sperry · 2004-09-21, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

Dean,
Discount tire direct isn't selling the M3's this winter, so their out. Besides I already have the tires ordered. But getting rims for them is still a great idea! Just haven't completely decided on what to get.

out of curiousity what does everyone think of these wheels.
LINK
I like them because they look industrial, but then I can't tell what is "rice" or just plain no good.

They look kinda cool, but they're probably also very heavy. The big problem is that the offset is +38 wich is too low for a Subaru... you'll need a +50 to +55 in a 7" wide rim. There are very few affordable rims out there for Subarus, hence all the people that buy Rotas.

sti deede · 2004-09-21, 02:35 PM

Ah.. I see, never my mind then :? . The set that Deans recommends is out of stock in Nevada at the moment, so I keep watching for the email back from Subydude.

Dean · 2004-09-21, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

Ah.. I see, never my mind then :? . The set that Deans recommends is out of stock in Nevada at the moment, so I keep watching for the email back from Subydude.

The web site is not always right... Call Paul in Sparks and ask...

And they have some of the Bronze in stock in Sparks actually, just not 4 according to the web site. It only takes a day or two for them to et them from Arizona anyway... And they would probably mount the tires for free if you buy the rims.

Dean · 2004-09-21, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

Dean,
Discount tire direct isn't selling the M3's this winter, so their out. Besides I already have the tires ordered. But getting rims for them is still a great idea! Just haven't completely decided on what to get.

While they don't appear to have all the sizes listed, DT does appear to be selling the M3. Again, you would have to call to verify sizer and availability...

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...%2FPerformance

sti deede · 2004-09-21, 02:52 PM

It called the 800 DT line and them asked about M3's before I posted it. I'll check on locating the wheels, but I don't want bronze. As for mounting, its free with the tires anyways.

Thanks Dean!

sybir · 2004-09-21, 05:31 PM

Hey, Rotas for pennies over here..........
http://www.i-club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=73600

Kevin M · 2004-09-21, 05:35 PM

Gold Tarmac IIs! Go go go!

khail19 · 2004-09-21, 07:30 PM

The wholesale site says they have 4 of the bronze Weapons in stock right now. When they get down to 4 wheels the retail site says less than 4, just in case they sell them. If you're really against bronze, you could have gunmetal shipped from AZ in 2 days for about $8 per wheel. 17X8 with a 46mm offset sounds like it will clear the Brembos, unless the spokes are curved in too much. $99 plus tax each with the wholesale discount. If I remember the weight on these is around 19 lbs. I'd call Paul to verify that they actually have 4 there, and go get those babies and save $200 over getting new Rotas. Although if you want to drive down to Subydude's place, $400 is a steal for any of those Rotas he's got.

sti deede · 2004-09-21, 11:07 PM

Alright, after much input I've decided to get Rotas from Subydude and do a pickup. I think I'm going to get gunmetal SDR's, while the gold tarmac II's are my second choice. Now to order them.

Kevin M · 2004-09-21, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

Alright, after much input I've decided to get Rotas from Subydude and do a pickup. I think I'm going to get gunmetal SDR's, while the gold tarmac II's are my second choice. Now to order them.

Hopefully Gagan will get back to me soon.

sti deede · 2004-09-22, 12:22 AM

NO PROBLEM i WON'T BE ABLE TO PICK THEM UP UNTIL AT LEAST OCT 2.
I'LL JUST GET THE WINTER TIRES PUT ON THE STOCK WHEELS.

sorry about all caps again I was working.

sperry · 2004-09-22, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sti deede

NO PROBLEM i WON'T BE ABLE TO PICK THEM UP UNTIL AT LEAST OCT 2.
I'LL JUST GET THE WINTER TIRES PUT ON THE STOCK WHEELS.

sorry about all caps again I was working.

sti deede · 2004-09-22, 10:36 AM

It is done! I bought a set of Gun Metallic SDR's for winter. They'll be here by this weekend. Yeah. $495 shipped with lug nuts.

Thanks everyone for all your help, you all rock!

doubleurx · 2004-09-22, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by sti deede

It is done! I bought a set of Gun Metallic SDR's for winter. They'll be here by this weekend. Yeah. $495 shipped with lug nuts.

Thanks everyone for all your help, you all rock!

Nice price. Was that finally from Subydude?

Should look great!

sti deede · 2004-09-23, 12:23 PM

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Nice price. Was that finally from Subydude?

Yes it was!

sti deede · 2004-09-23, 12:27 PM

I got my wheels, their shipping is really fast less than 24 hours
.....but they forgot to include lug nuts in the packaging, so there's no way to bring them to the meet tonight.

I have no patience when it comes to buying things.

JC · 2004-09-23, 12:36 PM

You mean aside from in your trunk? They won't fit with stock STI lugs?

MattR · 2004-09-23, 12:39 PM

Are you sure the lugs are not in one of the boxes...when Subydude sent me my last set of wheels, they had put them in one of the wheel boxes..threw me for a loop...

2004-09-21, 12:56 PM	#52
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	Solo 1 is not until Oct 2-3 you know? So you still have a week to play with. __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2004-09-21, 05:31 PM	#63
sybir The Don Real Name: Aaron Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,097 Car: '97 Legacy / '05 FXT Class: low	Hey, Rotas for pennies over here.......... http://www.i-club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=73600 __________________ Tact is for people who aren't witty enough to be sarcastic.

2004-09-21, 05:35 PM	#64
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	Gold Tarmac IIs! Go go go! __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2004-09-23, 12:36 PM	#74
JC Ask me about dubs! Real Name: JC Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 2,895 Car: 2013 Triumph Speed Triple R	You mean aside from in your trunk? They won't fit with stock STI lugs? __________________ Actually, I am a rocket scientist.

2004-09-23, 12:39 PM	#75
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	Are you sure the lugs are not in one of the boxes...when Subydude sent me my last set of wheels, they had put them in one of the wheel boxes..threw me for a loop... __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2004-09-21, 12:49 PM	#51
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	A wedding that I "volunteered" to photograph. Can't believe I'm missing Solo 1 for this. Plus work wants me into all that weekend for overtime. I'm hoping to make it a short trip. Go up Friday night or Saturday morning and back saturday night. I'll have to see how that works. I might be stuck driving the crash mobile for the trip. ewww.

2004-09-21, 12:58 PM	#53
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	that's the weekend I'm out of town

2004-09-21, 02:18 PM	#57
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	Dean, Discount tire direct isn't selling the M3's this winter, so their out. Besides I already have the tires ordered. But getting rims for them is still a great idea! Just haven't completely decided on what to get. out of curiousity what does everyone think of these wheels. LINK I like them because they look industrial, but then I can't tell what is "rice" or just plain no good.

2004-09-21, 02:35 PM	#59
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	Ah.. I see, never my mind then :? . The set that Deans recommends is out of stock in Nevada at the moment, so I keep watching for the email back from Subydude.

2004-09-21, 02:52 PM	#62
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	It called the 800 DT line and them asked about M3's before I posted it. I'll check on locating the wheels, but I don't want bronze. As for mounting, its free with the tires anyways. Thanks Dean!

2004-09-21, 07:30 PM	#65
khail19 EJ205 Real Name: Khail Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,769 Car: 2016 VW GTI Meets? We have meets?	The wholesale site says they have 4 of the bronze Weapons in stock right now. When they get down to 4 wheels the retail site says less than 4, just in case they sell them. If you're really against bronze, you could have gunmetal shipped from AZ in 2 days for about $8 per wheel. 17X8 with a 46mm offset sounds like it will clear the Brembos, unless the spokes are curved in too much. $99 plus tax each with the wholesale discount. If I remember the weight on these is around 19 lbs. I'd call Paul to verify that they actually have 4 there, and go get those babies and save $200 over getting new Rotas. Although if you want to drive down to Subydude's place, $400 is a steal for any of those Rotas he's got.

2004-09-21, 11:07 PM	#66
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	Alright, after much input I've decided to get Rotas from Subydude and do a pickup. I think I'm going to get gunmetal SDR's, while the gold tarmac II's are my second choice. Now to order them.

2004-09-22, 12:22 AM	#68
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	NO PROBLEM i WON'T BE ABLE TO PICK THEM UP UNTIL AT LEAST OCT 2. I'LL JUST GET THE WINTER TIRES PUT ON THE STOCK WHEELS. sorry about all caps again I was working.

2004-09-22, 10:36 AM	#70
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	It is done! I bought a set of Gun Metallic SDR's for winter. They'll be here by this weekend. Yeah. $495 shipped with lug nuts. Thanks everyone for all your help, you all rock!

2004-09-23, 12:27 PM	#73
sti deede EJ205 Real Name: Deede Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,789 Car: '96 4runner Class: none.	I got my wheels, their shipping is really fast less than 24 hours .....but they forgot to include lug nuts in the packaging, so there's no way to bring them to the meet tonight. I have no patience when it comes to buying things.

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