Author Topic: what tire and rim should I get? (Read 1220 times)

Zombie · « **on:** March 17, 2011, 02:19:23 pm »

I have an 08 WRX.
I need new tires and I was thinking about getting new rims as well.
I'm thinking about getting XXR - 518, anyone have any advice for or against these.

Thinking about pairing them with General Exclaim UHP tires. 225/45R17, also and recommendations.

Vmango · « **Reply #1 on:** March 17, 2011, 02:29:58 pm »

Yes - those are a knock off of the Prodrive GT2s. I would go with those (Prodrive) as they're hub-centric and literally designed for the WRX.

I would also suggest stepping up to 18s IF you're buying new rims. That's just my opinion of course. I've been very happy stepping up to my 18 inch Prodrive GT1s.

http://www.clubwrx.net/forums/vendor-archived-threads/134309728-new-wheels-new-year-prodrive-gt2-gt1-volk-advan-work-too.html

Zombie · « **Reply #2 on:** March 17, 2011, 02:42:55 pm »

2 many pot holes on my daily commute for 18s. I've already had to fix a crack in my OEMs

Vmango · « **Reply #3 on:** March 17, 2011, 02:54:06 pm »

Yeah - that makes sense.

toolatecrew · « **Reply #4 on:** March 17, 2011, 03:35:58 pm »

Wheels are a personal choice. They are not my thing but if they fit and you like them $140 a pop for wheels that weight 19 lbs sounds just fine to me.

I had the General Exclaim UHP amd they were OK. I think you can get a newer better tire for the same price..especially if you go with summers vs All Seasons. The Gernearls are sold practically everywhere including crappy tire. So if you get them shop the price HARD.

With the daollar at par you owe it to yourself to check out tire rack.

ktm525 · « **Reply #5 on:** March 17, 2011, 04:01:54 pm »

A proper Subaru has gold spoked wheels...

Zombie · « **Reply #6 on:** March 17, 2011, 05:11:48 pm »

Quote from: ktm525 on March 17, 2011, 04:01:54 pm

A proper Subaru has gold spoked wheels...

Not my style.

Zombie · « **Reply #7 on:** March 25, 2011, 05:36:24 pm »

For tires I ended up getting Ventus V12 evo on sale for $125.95 ea @ http://www.tiretrends.com/catalog2.php3?tireID=855

I'm not sure what to do about the rims yet.

rrocket · « **Reply #8 on:** March 25, 2011, 06:07:23 pm »

I've seen Enkei PF01 (~17lbs) wheels on Subarus. They're a lightweight and durable racing wheel. Great bang for the buck.

Vmango · « **Reply #9 on:** March 26, 2011, 10:30:21 am »

I will second RR, and say that the Enkei racing line is a great bang for the buck for Subies. Also, Tirerack (and msot other online retailers) carry them.

Flinter · « **Reply #10 on:** March 26, 2011, 11:35:58 am »

Quote from: rrocket on March 25, 2011, 06:07:23 pm

I've seen Enkei PF01 (~17lbs) wheels on Subarus. They're a lightweight and durable racing wheel. Great bang for the buck.

Agreed, I'd bet those look very sharp on the WRX.

I'm also a fan of the O.Z. Ultraleggera which I think are comparable to the Enkei in terms of price and weight.

Zombie · « **Reply #11 on:** March 29, 2011, 10:56:38 pm »

Now I can't decide between these:

vdk · « **Reply #12 on:** March 29, 2011, 11:51:51 pm »

First. What color is your car?

Sir Osis of Liver · « **Reply #13 on:** March 29, 2011, 11:54:08 pm »

Entire wheel/tire thread and not a single mention of Hercules? You guys are slipping!

rrocket · « **Reply #14 on:** March 29, 2011, 11:55:49 pm »

What's your budget?

The last one looks like the GTC01

PF01

Zombie · « **Reply #15 on:** March 30, 2011, 12:44:11 am »

Quote from: vdk on March 29, 2011, 11:51:51 pm

First. What color is your car?

Red with tinted windows and soon to be smoked tails so I want to keep with the dark tones. My budget is flexible but I don't see the point in paying more then I need to on name brands. I was in the 800 ball park and I can do a boarder pick up from Ottawa so that opens things up for me.

tortoise · « **Reply #16 on:** March 30, 2011, 08:25:16 am »

My preference is the last one. In a dark colour it would look bada$$ on a red WRX.

Vmango · « **Reply #17 on:** March 30, 2011, 08:46:30 am »

I also agree on the last one....would look hot on red.

I'm also a fan of black wheels! ;-)

My least favorite is the middle set with the red pinstripe.

wing · « **Reply #18 on:** March 30, 2011, 09:14:45 am »

Doh sorry man, buddy was selling some Enkei's I totally forgot you were looking.

His were silver though.

vdk · « **Reply #19 on:** March 30, 2011, 11:04:59 am »

Quote from: Zombie on March 30, 2011, 12:44:11 am

Quote from: vdk on March 29, 2011, 11:51:51 pm
First. What color is your car?

Red with tinted windows and soon to be smoked tails so I want to keep with the dark tones. My budget is flexible but I don't see the point in paying more then I need to on name brands. I was in the 800 ball park and I can do a boarder pick up from Ottawa so that opens things up for me.

No silver then. I'd go with the black one (2nd) with pinstripe.