Need new wheels for 06 STI...

white2006sti · 06-22-2006, 07:40 AM

I did scan through the threads already and don't have the experience for a decision. Way 2 new to imports to haggle over this stuff. Bottom line - I had a meeting with a guardrail and want to replace all 4 wheels. Same diameter, width, offset as stock. Quote from Suby on 4 rims is 2,849.00. Ouch. That's 1/2 of the sheetmetal costs I already have to replace.

So...

I don't want expensive, fancy tuner wheels. Car is not and never will be modified suspension wise. Currently have Nero Zero stock size tires and like it that way.

Please - recommendations for replacement wheels which aren't so pricy. Black is out, gold too. Either the stock silver I have, gunmetal or maybe white.

Thanks.

wundej · 06-22-2006, 09:09 AM

Rota is the most inexpensive option with the most designs that fit the 05/6. Take a look at subydude.com

STiNY · 06-22-2006, 09:13 AM

^ Agreed. If you want a decent wheel for a low price Rotas are the way to go.

RevTo9K · 06-22-2006, 09:40 AM

You may want to take a look at the ASA JH3s. Click this...

http://www.tirerack.com/upgrade_gara...6&autoModClar=

I got the $99 version for my snow tires. For pics of them on a blue 06, check my journal here:

RevTo9K's 06 Blue/Gold Journal - Stage 1, baby!

Good luck!

white2006sti · 06-22-2006, 10:36 AM

The Rota Boosts look really nice in charcoal. I will probably go with them; easier to clean brake dust off of too. Quick question: so 8.5" is the stock wheel width? Wonder why so many aftermarket are 17X8"? I guess just easier to error on .5" smaller. As long as the stock sized rubber sidewall doesn't suffer.

Again, thanks for saving me a lot of cash. I love the stock BBS, but $712 per wheel is outrageous!!!

straightouttajersey · 06-22-2006, 10:38 AM

white + gunmetal works = ****in' tits...

wundej · 06-22-2006, 10:52 AM

04's are 7.5"
05/6 are 8"

**GTWORX.com** · 06-22-2006, 10:54 AM

The stock wheels are 17x8 +52 (or +53? can't remember). Most of the Rotas are the same size with a slightly lower offset but they still fit perfectly fine. They do make one or two models that come in 8.5" widths though.

-Dan

**T3h_Clap** · 06-22-2006, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by white2006sti

I did scan through the threads already and don't have the experience for a decision. Way 2 new to imports to haggle over this stuff. Bottom line - I had a meeting with a guardrail and want to replace all 4 wheels. Same diameter, width, offset as stock. Quote from Suby on 4 rims is 2,849.00. Ouch. That's 1/2 of the sheetmetal costs I already have to replace.

So...

I don't want expensive, fancy tuner wheels. Car is not and never will be modified suspension wise. Currently have Nero Zero stock size tires and like it that way.

Please - recommendations for replacement wheels which aren't so pricy. Black is out, gold too. Either the stock silver I have, gunmetal or maybe white.

Thanks.

check the F/S section i found some near new MY05/MY06 STi BBS for $900.

i'd do that before rotas.

STIBLITZ · 06-22-2006, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by T3h_Clap

check the F/S section i found some near new MY05/MY06 STi BBS for $900.

i'd do that before rotas.

+65135473213574321354351

aspinewhite · 06-26-2006, 04:59 PM

ive got a set of 05wrx sti wheels and tires for you if you still need them!$800.00 obo and im located in so cal in palm springs. If you are interested let me know. Jn9ne@aol.com or you could give me call @ 760 668 6161 ask for andy

06-22-2006, 07:40 AM	#1
white2006sti Junior STI Driver Car: 2006 White STI Fav Mod: Salvation Location: Berryville VA Posts: 129 IWSTI Addict since: Feb 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Need new wheels for 06 STI... I did scan through the threads already and don't have the experience for a decision. Way 2 new to imports to haggle over this stuff. Bottom line - I had a meeting with a guardrail and want to replace all 4 wheels. Same diameter, width, offset as stock. Quote from Suby on 4 rims is 2,849.00. Ouch. That's 1/2 of the sheetmetal costs I already have to replace. So... I don't want expensive, fancy tuner wheels. Car is not and never will be modified suspension wise. Currently have Nero Zero stock size tires and like it that way. Please - recommendations for replacement wheels which aren't so pricy. Black is out, gold too. Either the stock silver I have, gunmetal or maybe white. Thanks. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

06-22-2006, 10:36 AM	#5
white2006sti Junior STI Driver Car: 2006 White STI Fav Mod: Salvation Location: Berryville VA Posts: 129 IWSTI Addict since: Feb 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Thanks! The Rota Boosts look really nice in charcoal. I will probably go with them; easier to clean brake dust off of too. Quick question: so 8.5" is the stock wheel width? Wonder why so many aftermarket are 17X8"? I guess just easier to error on .5" smaller. As long as the stock sized rubber sidewall doesn't suffer. Again, thanks for saving me a lot of cash. I love the stock BBS, but $712 per wheel is outrageous!!!

06-26-2006, 04:59 PM	#11
aspinewhite Amateur STI Driver Car: 05 wrx sti Fav Mod: everything Location: palm springs Posts: 22 IWSTI Addict since: May 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	ive got a set of 05wrx sti wheels and tires for you if you still need them!$800.00 obo and im located in so cal in palm springs. If you are interested let me know. Jn9ne@aol.com or you could give me call @ 760 668 6161 ask for andy This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

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06-22-2006, 09:09 AM	#2
wundej Professional STI Racer Car: 08 SSM STi Fav Mod: Stock, for now Location: PA Posts: 610 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2005 Trader Rating: (4)	Rota is the most inexpensive option with the most designs that fit the 05/6. Take a look at subydude.com

06-22-2006, 09:13 AM	#3
STiNY STI Driver Car: 05 CGM STi Location: SI, NY Posts: 299 IWSTI Addict since: Jul 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	^ Agreed. If you want a decent wheel for a low price Rotas are the way to go.

06-22-2006, 09:40 AM	#4
RevTo9K Junior STI Driver Car: 06 STI Blue/Gold Posts: 175 IWSTI Addict since: Mar 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	You may want to take a look at the ASA JH3s. Click this... http://www.tirerack.com/upgrade_gara...6&autoModClar= I got the $99 version for my snow tires. For pics of them on a blue 06, check my journal here: RevTo9K's 06 Blue/Gold Journal - Stage 1, baby! Good luck!

06-22-2006, 10:38 AM	#6
straightouttajersey Spec C Club Car: 05 STi Posts: 1,462 IWSTI Addict since: Sep 2005 Trader Rating: (1)	white + gunmetal works = ****in' tits...

06-22-2006, 10:52 AM	#7
wundej Professional STI Racer Car: 08 SSM STi Fav Mod: Stock, for now Location: PA Posts: 610 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2005 Trader Rating: (4)	04's are 7.5" 05/6 are 8"

06-22-2006, 10:54 AM	#8
GTWORX.com Authorized Vendor Car: 06 B-SPEC Legacy wit Fav Mod: AP Pedals and Motons Location: SEE the NEW SITE www.GTWO Posts: 1,120 IWSTI Addict since: Oct 2005 Trader Rating: (3)	The stock wheels are 17x8 +52 (or +53? can't remember). Most of the Rotas are the same size with a slightly lower offset but they still fit perfectly fine. They do make one or two models that come in 8.5" widths though. -Dan