TSW wheel quality? Opinions on these wheels?
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I owned TSW Trophy's for about a year on my Civic. Nice wheels but mine bent within the year. I didn't think I hit that many potholes but maybe I did. I had 205/40/17's on it. I know it's a totally different car and tire but just my thoughts.
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I would not suggest these wheels. The TL deserves a forged multipiece wheels like HRE, GFG, Volk Racing etc. You will pay more, however you will get more. There is nothing worse than seeing a nice car with cheap wheels. Just save your money, even if you have to wait for next summer.
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Originally posted by pearl04
I would not suggest these wheels. The TL deserves a forged multipiece wheels like HRE, GFG, Volk Racing etc. You will pay more, however you will get more. There is nothing worse than seeing a nice car with cheap wheels. Just save your money, even if you have to wait for next summer.
I would not suggest these wheels. The TL deserves a forged multipiece wheels like HRE, GFG, Volk Racing etc. You will pay more, however you will get more. There is nothing worse than seeing a nice car with cheap wheels. Just save your money, even if you have to wait for next summer.
I agree....when I was a bit younger and into my fixed up Accord, I looked into TSWs as they were good for that time and that application. 5 years later, I wouldn't consider getting TSWs. Any wheel you can get for $200 probably is not that good. Forged is definately the way to go, but for the nicer Volks and BBS wheels you are looking at anywhere from $400-800 per wheel. Its a lot more dough, but the look is richer and the quality is first rate. Also, remember that wheels are an investment of sorts....if you buy nice name brand wheels now, you may transfer them to your next car. If not, the higher end wheels tend to retain their value and can be sold for some decent dough
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not to mention higher-end wheels are usually designed for higher-end vehicles, some of which come with big calipers (as the 6mt does) and will clear the calipers without the need for spacers.
my friends and i use to joke about TSW's being "totally soft wheels".
my friends and i use to joke about TSW's being "totally soft wheels".
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I agree with you guys regarding spending more for wheels. I am all about quality, however, I am leasing the car and have no intentions of buying.
Is this a valid reason to go with knockoffs? What about ADRs? The look just like 3 piece wheels but average between $200-300.
Is this a valid reason to go with knockoffs? What about ADRs? The look just like 3 piece wheels but average between $200-300.
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Originally posted by Michaelvg1
I agree with you guys regarding spending more for wheels. I am all about quality, however, I am leasing the car and have no intentions of buying.
Is this a valid reason to go with knockoffs? What about ADRs? The look just like 3 piece wheels but average between $200-300.
I agree with you guys regarding spending more for wheels. I am all about quality, however, I am leasing the car and have no intentions of buying.
Is this a valid reason to go with knockoffs? What about ADRs? The look just like 3 piece wheels but average between $200-300.
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Originally posted by Michaelvg1
Looked at the R1s. They are not very nice. Interested in 5 spoke with the slit in each spoke. Similar to the SSR GT1.
Looked at the R1s. They are not very nice. Interested in 5 spoke with the slit in each spoke. Similar to the SSR GT1.
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Originally posted by Michaelvg1
I agree with you guys regarding spending more for wheels. I am all about quality, however, I am leasing the car and have no intentions of buying.
Is this a valid reason to go with knockoffs? What about ADRs? The look just like 3 piece wheels but average between $200-300.
I agree with you guys regarding spending more for wheels. I am all about quality, however, I am leasing the car and have no intentions of buying.
Is this a valid reason to go with knockoffs? What about ADRs? The look just like 3 piece wheels but average between $200-300.
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Originally posted by Type S Lady
Leased=valid point for knock offs!
Leased=valid point for knock offs!
Explain the logic....put cheezy, generally low quality wheels on a pretty nice car. Don't you want your car to look good?? Its not like the wheels go back with the car, you retain those.
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I looked pretty close to the SSR and the wheel you recommended.. thanks by-the-way, and can barely see the difference. I am not the type that would bother with ebay and I can be 100% sure that the wheels will not fit my next car.
Why bother. I would rather just turn it in at 3 years with the stock wheels in the trunk and call it a day. But that's me.
they may be lower quality, but as far as appearance they are the same. So what if I have to replace one.. they will only be $150.
Why bother. I would rather just turn it in at 3 years with the stock wheels in the trunk and call it a day. But that's me.
they may be lower quality, but as far as appearance they are the same. So what if I have to replace one.. they will only be $150.
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Originally posted by Michaelvg1
I looked pretty close to the SSR and the wheel you recommended.. thanks by-the-way, and can barely see the difference. I am not the type that would bother with ebay and I can be 100% sure that the wheels will not fit my next car.
Why bother. I would rather just turn it in at 3 years with the stock wheels in the trunk and call it a day. But that's me.
they may be lower quality, but as far as appearance they are the same. So what if I have to replace one.. they will only be $150.
I looked pretty close to the SSR and the wheel you recommended.. thanks by-the-way, and can barely see the difference. I am not the type that would bother with ebay and I can be 100% sure that the wheels will not fit my next car.
Why bother. I would rather just turn it in at 3 years with the stock wheels in the trunk and call it a day. But that's me.
they may be lower quality, but as far as appearance they are the same. So what if I have to replace one.. they will only be $150.
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Originally posted by VTEC=happiness
Explain the logic....put cheezy, generally low quality wheels on a pretty nice car. Don't you want your car to look good?? Its not like the wheels go back with the car, you retain those.
Explain the logic....put cheezy, generally low quality wheels on a pretty nice car. Don't you want your car to look good?? Its not like the wheels go back with the car, you retain those.
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Agreed. I think Vtech understands now....
I will not be putting cheezy looking wheels on the car, just maybe the quality will be a little less than the SSRs. Perhaps I will find 1 or two piece that will do. Point is, that's why I am in this forum. To find out alternatives.
Thanks for your help.
I will not be putting cheezy looking wheels on the car, just maybe the quality will be a little less than the SSRs. Perhaps I will find 1 or two piece that will do. Point is, that's why I am in this forum. To find out alternatives.
Thanks for your help.
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Originally posted by Michaelvg1
Agreed. I think Vtech understands now....
I will not be putting cheezy looking wheels on the car, just maybe the quality will be a little less than the SSRs. Perhaps I will find 1 or two piece that will do. Point is, that's why I am in this forum. To find out alternatives.
Thanks for your help.
Agreed. I think Vtech understands now....
I will not be putting cheezy looking wheels on the car, just maybe the quality will be a little less than the SSRs. Perhaps I will find 1 or two piece that will do. Point is, that's why I am in this forum. To find out alternatives.
Thanks for your help.
Michael, please advise what you get when you decide.
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I actually like those TSW's. But I have to agree that you better off buying better quality wheels. I had BBS RC's for 3 years on my Audi A6. I knew they would hold up well, but what I didn't realize when I bought them was the design was almost timeless. Mesh wheels might never go out of style.
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Originally posted by tgt
Another wheel, opinions? Enkei RPM, lightwight, strong (from what I hear) and under $300/each. Anyone?
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Travis
Another wheel, opinions? Enkei RPM, lightwight, strong (from what I hear) and under $300/each. Anyone?
Thanks,
Travis
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Originally posted by Michaelvg1
Pretty Sharp.. Never saw that design before.
How would these look on Satin Silver?
Pretty Sharp.. Never saw that design before.
How would these look on Satin Silver?
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Will head back to the store this weekend and look at their rims. They should probably have wheels like this.
I still like the 5 spoke with slits.
Well, getting closer.
Hopefully, I won't disappoint the 04 TL owners here.
Will try and get a hold of a digital camera when I get them.
I still like the 5 spoke with slits.
Well, getting closer.
Hopefully, I won't disappoint the 04 TL owners here.
Will try and get a hold of a digital camera when I get them.
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Originally posted by tgt
Another wheel, opinions? Enkei RPM, lightwight, strong (from what I hear) and under $300/each. Anyone?
Thanks,
Travis
Another wheel, opinions? Enkei RPM, lightwight, strong (from what I hear) and under $300/each. Anyone?
Thanks,
Travis
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Originally posted by acuraddict
Those are nice, but maybe a little too "spokey" for me. I like a more symmetrical design. Often times the lines and shapes within the wheel design on aftermarket wheels don't go with the lines of the car itself. I think many consumers just don't get, and they pick out wheels that look completely misplaced on their car.
Those are nice, but maybe a little too "spokey" for me. I like a more symmetrical design. Often times the lines and shapes within the wheel design on aftermarket wheels don't go with the lines of the car itself. I think many consumers just don't get, and they pick out wheels that look completely misplaced on their car.
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Originally posted by tgt
Does anyone know if the OZ Superleggera is offered in our 5x114.3 and 40mm (or so) offset? That's a nice looking, good quality, LIGHT wheel.
Thanks,
Travis
Does anyone know if the OZ Superleggera is offered in our 5x114.3 and 40mm (or so) offset? That's a nice looking, good quality, LIGHT wheel.
Thanks,
Travis
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What do u guys think about the brand RH Evolution?? THinking of getting these rims 19x8.5 w/235/35/19 tires. Anyone had these rims before and are they durable? Are they a reputable brand name? I had Fittipaldi rims before and they bent and cracked a few times due to potholes and due to my low profile tires.
check out the rim I am talking about below:
http://www.1010tires.com/wheel.asp?w...wheelmodel=GT5
check out the rim I am talking about below:
http://www.1010tires.com/wheel.asp?w...wheelmodel=GT5
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