On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's!
12-31-2004, 03:14 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by JDMBrian »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">is the same **** your just going to pay for wheels that spell out V O L K</TD></TR></TABLE>
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bretx0r »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">The car with the Grids on it is mine.
To me, the volks do look a lot different than the Grids, for example, the spoke design on both wheels is slightly different, the angles on the grids spokes are much more defined than that of the volks, The grids also have some what of a flat dished appearence on the side profile of the wheels, which is also a dead giveaway. The spokes on the grids are thicker than that the TE37's. But the most noticable difference between TE37's and Grids is the lip, the lip on the Grids is more dished and sticks out a little more than a TE37 would because of its +40 offset, the TE37 moreso relies on the center part of the wheel for the wheels offset. And of course, the authentic volk bronze finish cant be matched, i have authentic TE37 drag wheels so i know how nice the finish is.
but reguardless, they were good wheels.
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owned x 4,000,000.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bretx0r »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">The car with the Grids on it is mine.
To me, the volks do look a lot different than the Grids, for example, the spoke design on both wheels is slightly different, the angles on the grids spokes are much more defined than that of the volks, The grids also have some what of a flat dished appearence on the side profile of the wheels, which is also a dead giveaway. The spokes on the grids are thicker than that the TE37's. But the most noticable difference between TE37's and Grids is the lip, the lip on the Grids is more dished and sticks out a little more than a TE37 would because of its +40 offset, the TE37 moreso relies on the center part of the wheel for the wheels offset. And of course, the authentic volk bronze finish cant be matched, i have authentic TE37 drag wheels so i know how nice the finish is.
but reguardless, they were good wheels.
</TD></TR></TABLE>owned x 4,000,000.
12-31-2004, 03:16 PM
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Re: (bretx0r)
Sorry for not asking to use your pics bretx0r. 
Hey, how did you like those ES100's on your Grids? 205/45/16 right?
I'm in between those and Dunlop FM901's (which I loved
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Hey, how did you like those ES100's on your Grids? 205/45/16 right?
I'm in between those and Dunlop FM901's (which I loved
).
12-31-2004, 03:23 PM
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Re: On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's! (jdm92daintegra)
surprised bill (owner of the car with the REAL TE's/neighbor/& race partner) hasn't flamed this thread yet. he probably got banned AGAIN. (i think that would make 7 times in the last month) 
12-31-2004, 03:28 PM
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Re: On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's! (mist sITR)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by mist sITR »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">surprised bill (owner of the car with the REAL TE's/neighbor/& race partner) hasn't flamed this thread yet. he probably got banned AGAIN. (i think that would make 7 times in the last month) </TD></TR></TABLE>
He asked to be banned. He hates this site.
BTW, you guys need another "race partner" this summer? I want to try out some road racing, but I've got a lot of upgrading to do (brakes, wheels/tires, susp) first.
</TD></TR></TABLE>He asked to be banned. He hates this site.
BTW, you guys need another "race partner" this summer? I want to try out some road racing, but I've got a lot of upgrading to do (brakes, wheels/tires, susp) first.
12-31-2004, 03:34 PM
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Re: On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's! (mist sITR)
I have grids in 16" they weigh 16 lbs each.... Te-37 in 19" they weigh 16 lbs. That's the biggest difference, there is a thread going for light weight rims. I really want real volks, but needed a fast replacement for my stolen oem si rims. The grids look the same as Te-37's with small differences, that have been stated already.
The two main things r weight and finish.
my car
The two main things r weight and finish.
my car
12-31-2004, 03:37 PM
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Re: On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's! (mist sITR)
I think the rota factory just got sunk in the tsunami, so you people better buy them up quick!!
12-31-2004, 03:39 PM
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Re: On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's! (Dstretch33)
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I'm sold on bronze Grids.
</TD></TR></TABLE>I'm sold on bronze Grids.
12-31-2004, 03:43 PM
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Re: On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's! (Accord94DX)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Accord94DX »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I think the rota factory just got sunk in the tsunami, so you people better buy them up quick!!</TD></TR></TABLE>
the jdm god's were angry.
the jdm god's were angry.
12-31-2004, 03:46 PM
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Re: On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's! (Reza)
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the jdm god's were angry.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I guess so
the jdm god's were angry.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I guess so
12-31-2004, 03:52 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by mulletov »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I like em both. I wouldnt buy Volks unless they were dirt cheap. I can't stand damaging $1000 wheels doing daily driving.</TD></TR></TABLE>
sounds like you don't know how to pay attention to road hazards.
sounds like you don't know how to pay attention to road hazards.
12-31-2004, 03:59 PM
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sounds like you don't know how to pay attention to road hazards.</TD></TR></TABLE>
mind the 12" gap from the curb and you'll be safe
sounds like you don't know how to pay attention to road hazards.</TD></TR></TABLE>
mind the 12" gap from the curb and you'll be safe
12-31-2004, 04:22 PM
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Re: On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's! (eg_type_r93)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by eg_type_r93 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">the real rays are alot darker and the thickness in the spokes if off as well as the spoke to rim connection</TD></TR></TABLE>
yup thats how i see between the two...i really dont like the grid at all....proud owner of Te37 though
yup thats how i see between the two...i really dont like the grid at all....proud owner of Te37 though
12-31-2004, 05:02 PM
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Re: On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's! (boostincoupe)
If you look at the 15 and 17in volks you will see they basically look the same the spokes are just longer. Because the rotas can't use the same material elongation as forged rims they have to be more defined between sizes.
Since volk uses less material and are designed to meet old DOT and JASMA ect test standards they are probably of equal strenght to the Rotas. Which will bend instead of crack like forged usually will.
The economies of scale being what they are it makes me sick that volk still msrps those wheels @ about 430 a pop over 3x more than the rotas
Since volk uses less material and are designed to meet old DOT and JASMA ect test standards they are probably of equal strenght to the Rotas. Which will bend instead of crack like forged usually will.
The economies of scale being what they are it makes me sick that volk still msrps those wheels @ about 430 a pop over 3x more than the rotas
01-01-2005, 01:54 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Reza »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
no, your not paying for the same ****. JDM brian..</TD></TR></TABLE>
LOL!
The weight is a pretty big difference. When I got my 16in TE's, I was shocked at how light the box it came shipped in weighed.
no, your not paying for the same ****. JDM brian..</TD></TR></TABLE>
LOL!
The weight is a pretty big difference. When I got my 16in TE's, I was shocked at how light the box it came shipped in weighed.
01-01-2005, 02:40 PM
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There is just never going to be an ending to the genuine wheels vs Rota copies. We just might as well face it. Some people would rather have the better more quality wheels but some people like me, can't afford or don't want to try to afford such expensive wheels. I know they aren't the same. I have Rota's on my car and they work for me. They are lighter than stock and haven't broken yet so there's no reason for me to worry about dishing out soo much cash on wheels. If I could afford real TE37 which I want I would prolly buy them but as I always say, people have their priorities.
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Re: On-Car comparison of Rota Grids and Volk TE-37's! (kevinm1981)
<= Surprised at finally seeing a civilized Rota vs ____ thread
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