Wheels: The good and the bad.
Wheels: The good and the bad.
I may be in the market for some wheels in the next few months depending on my finacial situation. Being in college, I shouldnt buy the Work Emotions that I want, so I wont at this time, but I may get Rota Torques which look similar. Everyone here always recommends getting the high end wheels (ie work volk etc) but what about the mid grade ones?
What are the wheel companies that you would feel safe putting on your car? Obviously stay away from ebay knockoffs but what should I be looking for when searching through rim specs? And does anyone have experience with rota and their quality?
What are the wheel companies that you would feel safe putting on your car? Obviously stay away from ebay knockoffs but what should I be looking for when searching through rim specs? And does anyone have experience with rota and their quality?
cute, forsure. but that was a legitimate question. After seeing the thread about the evos rim exploding im leary about anything except the top brands. But just like every product type (radios, cell phones, paints) there are different levels a quality, not just bad ones and good ones.
Vivid doesn't sell Rota, XXR, or Drag for a few reasons. We've sold Drag in the past when a customer specifically requests them but that's only because one of our tire distributors offers Drag wheels.
My issue with knock-off wheels (besides the theft of intellectual property) is that their heavy and use cast construction. Cast wheels just don't stand up to damage like a forged wheel does. When a forged wheel (Rays, Volk, SSR, BBS, etc) gets damaged it tends to stay in one piece. Cast wheels tend not to.
With that said, I recommend sticking with some OEM wheels or Enkei. Enkei doesn't rip off other peoples designs and they're very affordable. Forgestar is also an option. We're direct with both (as well as most of the wheels seen at Vividracing.com) so we've got the best pricing possible on them. If you see any wheels from that link that you like, feel free to PM me with questions.
My issue with knock-off wheels (besides the theft of intellectual property) is that their heavy and use cast construction. Cast wheels just don't stand up to damage like a forged wheel does. When a forged wheel (Rays, Volk, SSR, BBS, etc) gets damaged it tends to stay in one piece. Cast wheels tend not to.
With that said, I recommend sticking with some OEM wheels or Enkei. Enkei doesn't rip off other peoples designs and they're very affordable. Forgestar is also an option. We're direct with both (as well as most of the wheels seen at Vividracing.com) so we've got the best pricing possible on them. If you see any wheels from that link that you like, feel free to PM me with questions.
cute, forsure. but that was a legitimate question. After seeing the thread about the evos rim exploding im leary about anything except the top brands. But just like every product type (radios, cell phones, paints) there are different levels a quality, not just bad ones and good ones.
Check out the brands I mentioned in the last paragraph of my post above. Also, I've got a few sets of wheels that are on clearance right now. What's your budget?
Vivid doesn't sell Rota, XXR, or Drag for a few reasons. We've sold Drag in the past when a customer specifically requests them but that's only because one of our tire distributors offers Drag wheels.
My issue with knock-off wheels (besides the theft of intellectual property) is that their heavy and use cast construction. Cast wheels just don't stand up to damage like a forged wheel does. When a forged wheel (Rays, Volk, SSR, BBS, etc) gets damaged it tends to stay in one piece. Cast wheels tend not to.
With that said, I recommend sticking with some OEM wheels or Enkei. Enkei doesn't rip off other peoples designs and they're very affordable. Forgestar is also an option. We're direct with both (as well as most of the wheels seen at Vividracing.com) so we've got the best pricing possible on them. If you see any wheels from that link that you like, feel free to PM me with questions.
My issue with knock-off wheels (besides the theft of intellectual property) is that their heavy and use cast construction. Cast wheels just don't stand up to damage like a forged wheel does. When a forged wheel (Rays, Volk, SSR, BBS, etc) gets damaged it tends to stay in one piece. Cast wheels tend not to.
With that said, I recommend sticking with some OEM wheels or Enkei. Enkei doesn't rip off other peoples designs and they're very affordable. Forgestar is also an option. We're direct with both (as well as most of the wheels seen at Vividracing.com) so we've got the best pricing possible on them. If you see any wheels from that link that you like, feel free to PM me with questions.
Also, your website is having some sql problems and rendering errors but I'll keep you in mind when I'm looking for a set.
Last edited by LuciaPwNs; Dec 9, 2011 at 07:28 AM.
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Now that Im looking on vivids site i noticed the work cr-kai have an offset choice. I like the sound of the 12 or 20 offset and for only 100 more it may be worth it. That and I see they have a payment plan
This could be bad. or good depending on how you look at it.
Members often buy wheels that do not suit their needs. $8,000 wheels for a garage queen is smart. Driven on sunny weekends only, the wheels will always look good.
On the other hand is the daily driver. Especially a year-round Z in the snow belt. Here is where members should use common sense. The delicate $8,000 wheels for the garage queen are not appropriate here.
Its not the brand that will endure abuse - it is the finish. A simple painted wheel, waxed in the spring and fall, will last tens of thousands of miles.
Above is an example of a wheel that is not suitable for a daily driven in the snow belt. Matte finish spokes look great. But polished stainless steel barrel is not durable. Photo courtesy of jebz240.
Above is an example of a durable matte finish. Matte finish will survive snow, salt, road debris. Easy cleaning with soap and water. This finish will tolerate lots of abuse.
On the other hand is the daily driver. Especially a year-round Z in the snow belt. Here is where members should use common sense. The delicate $8,000 wheels for the garage queen are not appropriate here.
Its not the brand that will endure abuse - it is the finish. A simple painted wheel, waxed in the spring and fall, will last tens of thousands of miles.
Above is an example of a wheel that is not suitable for a daily driven in the snow belt. Matte finish spokes look great. But polished stainless steel barrel is not durable. Photo courtesy of jebz240.
Above is an example of a durable matte finish. Matte finish will survive snow, salt, road debris. Easy cleaning with soap and water. This finish will tolerate lots of abuse.
Last edited by davidv; Dec 9, 2011 at 09:25 AM.
Members often buy wheels that do not suit their needs. $8,000 wheels for a garage queen is smart. Driven on sunny weekends only, the wheels will always look good.
On the other hand is the daily driver. Especially a year-round Z in the snow belt. Here is where members should use common sense. The delicate $8,000 wheels for the garage queen are not appropriate here.
Its not the brand that will endure abuse - it is the finish. A simple painted wheel, waxed in the spring and fall, will last tens of thousands of miles.
On the other hand is the daily driver. Especially a year-round Z in the snow belt. Here is where members should use common sense. The delicate $8,000 wheels for the garage queen are not appropriate here.
Its not the brand that will endure abuse - it is the finish. A simple painted wheel, waxed in the spring and fall, will last tens of thousands of miles.