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Neutral_Eyes · 08-25-2011, 07:12 PM

I guess that's where I cave to the wallet. I'm not dropping $800+ per wheel on Volks. Enkeis or 6ULRs are light, look alright, and are easy on the wallet. They're not forged, but I don't see them breaking either. The FR-S isn't exactly gunning to shear studs off with its massive torque, so I don't see them bending spokes either. Maybe a happy middle-ground between the two. And hell, maybe the stockers won't be that bad at all.

Type[R]+ · 08-25-2011, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Neutral_Eyes

I guess that's where I cave to the wallet. I'm not dropping $800+ per wheel on Volks. Enkeis or 6ULRs are light, look alright, and are easy on the wallet. They're not forged, but I don't see them breaking either. The FR-S isn't exactly gunning to shear studs off with its massive torque, so I don't see them bending spokes either. Maybe a happy middle-ground between the two. And hell, maybe the stockers won't be that bad at all.

I used Volk as an example, but you are still making my point. Enkei's are a very good quality wheel, with MAT technology. There's plenty of Enkei copies out there, but as you say, the real thing is not that expensive.

bofa · 08-25-2011, 07:55 PM

Many enthusiasts will buy name brand, for quality, notoriety, looks, whatever. Many more will by knock-offs. Cheap products can turn out well, and top of the line can still fall apart. Usually your wallet will do the walking no matter what you say.

I try to support legit after-market companies, even the little ones when I can. I can't remember the last time I bought something knock-off for a car... but if I did, it would never be something that is critical to safety or performance... so engine, suspension, brakes, wheels, tires. Maybe I'll buy a knock-off air freshener to feel like a rebel.

fatoni · 08-25-2011, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Neutral_Eyes

I guess that's where I cave to the wallet. I'm not dropping $800+ per wheel on Volks. Enkeis or 6ULRs are light, look alright, and are easy on the wallet. They're not forged, but I don't see them breaking either. The FR-S isn't exactly gunning to shear studs off with its massive torque, so I don't see them bending spokes either. Maybe a happy middle-ground between the two. And hell, maybe the stockers won't be that bad at all.

+1 on the 949racing stuff. im lucky enough to actually live in that area code. the guys down there are so awesome. stellar products and only 2 miles down the road from me

TheBoogieBot · 08-26-2011, 05:21 AM

I'm a little crazy about parts I buy. I like to wait about 6 months after a name brand part comes out and let other people be the test dummies before I jump in.

As stated above though even name brand companies like fluidyne sell some messed up radiators every once in awhile. However, usually name brand companies are more likely to make things right and replace them.

Farred · 08-26-2011, 09:13 AM

I'm hoping ams makes parts for the car. Next would be Cobb or Perrin. Knock offs never go on my cars. Just wait a bit longer to buy the part if money is tight.

n2oinferno · 08-26-2011, 02:03 PM

I'd rock Rotas, no problem.

SUB-FT86 · 08-28-2011, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by TheBoogieBot

I'm a little crazy about parts I buy. I like to wait about 6 months after a name brand part comes out and let other people be the test dummies before I jump in.

As stated above though even name brand companies like fluidyne sell some messed up radiators every once in awhile. However, usually name brand companies are more likely to make things right and replace them.

Streetice · 08-28-2011, 11:10 PM

Research research research! Thats all I do when looking for anything.
What ever my gut feels right after long hours of scanning the net, calling friends and trusted tuners shops do I buy a part.

I've learned the hard way of buying a part because its cheep and/or looks cool, some times you gotta sacrifice money for quality and looks for proformance.

oneday · 09-28-2011, 11:01 AM

One more reason not to buy knock offs:
[u2b]SMxB4RpCDzA[/u2b]

Dave-ROR · 09-28-2011, 11:37 AM

LOL of course not all knock offs are that crappy :P

Random_Art · 09-28-2011, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave-ROR

LOL of course not all knock offs are that crappy :P

nope. I seem to remember an OBX "Quaife" differential being the best bang for your buck (as far as differentials go) in the last gen Celicas.

suprachica79 · 09-28-2011, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Random_Art

nope. I seem to remember an OBX "Quaife" differential being the best bang for your buck (as far as differentials go) in the last gen Celicas.

I put an OBX header on my Acura 2.2CL and it held up over a few years worth of beatings. Obviously not the best part I could have bought, but at that time I was in high school, not making much money, and for the situation it was a good bang for your buck.

Neutral_Eyes · 09-28-2011, 05:15 PM

Not putting a header on a 2.2CL probably would have been better "bang for the buck."

08-25-2011, 07:55 PM	#17
bofa Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Drives: Ms. Daisy Location: Dog house Posts: 645 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	Many enthusiasts will buy name brand, for quality, notoriety, looks, whatever. Many more will by knock-offs. Cheap products can turn out well, and top of the line can still fall apart. Usually your wallet will do the walking no matter what you say. I try to support legit after-market companies, even the little ones when I can. I can't remember the last time I bought something knock-off for a car... but if I did, it would never be something that is critical to safety or performance... so engine, suspension, brakes, wheels, tires. Maybe I'll buy a knock-off air freshener to feel like a rebel. __________________ BRZ before hoes

09-28-2011, 11:01 AM	#24
oneday Opinionated Join Date: Dec 2009 Drives: Something Red Location: Holland Posts: 311 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 6 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	One more reason not to buy knock offs: [u2b]SMxB4RpCDzA[/u2b] __________________ Most of the cars I drive have nets for windows.

09-28-2011, 11:37 AM	#25
Dave-ROR Site Moderator Join Date: Dec 2010 Drives: Stuff Location: Florida Posts: 10,317 Thanks: 955 Thanked 5,965 Times in 2,689 Posts Mentioned: 262 Post(s)	LOL of course not all knock offs are that crappy :P __________________ -Dave Track cars: 2013 Scion FRS, 1998 Acura Integra Type-R, 1993 Honda Civic Hatchback DD: 2005 Acura TSX Tow: 2022 F-450 Toys: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 1993 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1994 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1991 Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 Parts: 2015 Subaru BRZ Limited, 2005 Acura TSX Projects: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited track car build FS: 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 LT CCSB 8.1/Allison with 99k miles

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08-25-2011, 07:12 PM	#15
Neutral_Eyes Softparker Join Date: Jan 2011 Drives: 2002 Mazda Miata Location: Arizona Posts: 618 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I guess that's where I cave to the wallet. I'm not dropping $800+ per wheel on Volks. Enkeis or 6ULRs are light, look alright, and are easy on the wallet. They're not forged, but I don't see them breaking either. The FR-S isn't exactly gunning to shear studs off with its massive torque, so I don't see them bending spokes either. Maybe a happy middle-ground between the two. And hell, maybe the stockers won't be that bad at all.

08-26-2011, 05:21 AM	#19
TheBoogieBot Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Drives: SWP 6 Spd Limited Location: Missouri Posts: 15 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I'm a little crazy about parts I buy. I like to wait about 6 months after a name brand part comes out and let other people be the test dummies before I jump in. As stated above though even name brand companies like fluidyne sell some messed up radiators every once in awhile. However, usually name brand companies are more likely to make things right and replace them.

08-26-2011, 09:13 AM	#20
Farred Member Join Date: May 2011 Drives: my wife crazy Location: Germany/USA Posts: 67 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I'm hoping ams makes parts for the car. Next would be Cobb or Perrin. Knock offs never go on my cars. Just wait a bit longer to buy the part if money is tight.

08-26-2011, 02:03 PM	#21
n2oinferno Praise Helix! Join Date: Jan 2011 Drives: Accord 2.0T, Silverado Location: Upstate SC Posts: 2,859 Thanks: 428 Thanked 2,208 Times in 1,072 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s)	I'd rock Rotas, no problem.

09-28-2011, 05:15 PM	#28
Neutral_Eyes Softparker Join Date: Jan 2011 Drives: 2002 Mazda Miata Location: Arizona Posts: 618 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	Not putting a header on a 2.2CL probably would have been better "bang for the buck."

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