rota slipstream durability?
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rota slipstream durability?
I've had my slipstreams on my car for 26000 miles, 20+ autocrosses and about 10 track days. I've hit a lot of potholes, several really hard. I'm starting to get concerned about their reliability. Is there anything to inspect for that might tip me off to a possible failure. Is there a way to tell if they are bent?
Modified by tecnic1 at 10:12 AM 7/6/2003
Modified by tecnic1 at 10:12 AM 7/6/2003
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (tecnic1)
I check mine as often as possible. I rotate my tires every oil change and inpect the wheels for and bends, deformities, or anything that looks like a crack.
I think thats about all you can do
I think thats about all you can do
Re: rota slipstream durability? (tecnic1)
I wouldn't really worry about it unless your wheel does not feel balanced or you have a sudden case of mis-alignment.
Just check them when you rotate your tires.
Just check them when you rotate your tires.
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (tecnic1)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by tecnic1 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I've had my slipstreams on my car for 26000 miles, 20+ autocrtosses and about 10 track days. I've hit a lot of potholes, several really hard.</TD></TR></TABLE>
That statement right there is a decent testament to me that they're rather durable.
I'm ordering a set from a friend early next week.
That statement right there is a decent testament to me that they're rather durable.
I'm ordering a set from a friend early next week.
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (syrinx)
buy stronger wheels and never worry about it 
But I've seen some hold up in rough conditions, and some that give out rather easily....they're not very consistant wheels
But I've seen some hold up in rough conditions, and some that give out rather easily....they're not very consistant wheels
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (Emerika)
rota's are so cheap...who cares if they aren't durable...
as long as they don't fail completely while traveling at high speeds i wouldn't worry about it...for 100 dollars the wheel can be replaced in a matter of days.
(not that i'd ever own a set...but they are excellent for the price)
as long as they don't fail completely while traveling at high speeds i wouldn't worry about it...for 100 dollars the wheel can be replaced in a matter of days.
(not that i'd ever own a set...but they are excellent for the price)
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (chet)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by chet »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">rota's are so cheap...who cares if they aren't durable...
as long as they don't fail completely while traveling at high speeds i wouldn't worry about it...for 100 dollars the wheel can be replaced in a matter of days.
(not that i'd ever own a set...but they are excellent for the price)</TD></TR></TABLE>
I agree, for the price, you can label them the strongest wheel available...for the price.
as long as they don't fail completely while traveling at high speeds i wouldn't worry about it...for 100 dollars the wheel can be replaced in a matter of days.
(not that i'd ever own a set...but they are excellent for the price)</TD></TR></TABLE>
I agree, for the price, you can label them the strongest wheel available...for the price.
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (chet)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by chet »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">rota's are so cheap...who cares if they aren't durable...
as long as they don't fail completely while traveling at high speeds i wouldn't worry about it...for 100 dollars the wheel can be replaced in a matter of days.
(not that i'd ever own a set...but they are excellent for the price)</TD></TR></TABLE>
if the wheels break, you risk breaking other components
as long as they don't fail completely while traveling at high speeds i wouldn't worry about it...for 100 dollars the wheel can be replaced in a matter of days.
(not that i'd ever own a set...but they are excellent for the price)</TD></TR></TABLE>
if the wheels break, you risk breaking other components
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (Mr.Integra)
The truth is if you hit a BIG pothole or a BIG curb dead-on going at just about any moderate speed, it really doesn't matter what kind of wheel you have, you are probably going to get some kind of wheel damager, whether superficial or internal.
I have seen pics of Volk Te-37s, different forged Mugens, SW388s, and a variety of aftermarket wheels that have been destroyed. In my opinion, if you're going fast enough and hit something hard enough to "hurt" a Rota wheel, then you would probably hurt anyother wheel too.
These things are not designed to fail, but accidents happen. Just try you're best to avoid bad roads, and obstacles in your path. That's one of the main reasons people buy a less expensive wheel. Sure the Mugen and other wheels , (especially MF10
) look great, but if you accidentally damage one, you're probably gonna be out several hundred dollars.
I have seen pics of Volk Te-37s, different forged Mugens, SW388s, and a variety of aftermarket wheels that have been destroyed. In my opinion, if you're going fast enough and hit something hard enough to "hurt" a Rota wheel, then you would probably hurt anyother wheel too.
These things are not designed to fail, but accidents happen. Just try you're best to avoid bad roads, and obstacles in your path. That's one of the main reasons people buy a less expensive wheel. Sure the Mugen and other wheels , (especially MF10
) look great, but if you accidentally damage one, you're probably gonna be out several hundred dollars.
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (Emerika)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Emerika »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">buy stronger wheels and never worry about it
But I've seen some hold up in rough conditions, and some that give out rather easily....they're not very consistant wheels</TD></TR></TABLE>
can you share what happen in your "give out rather easily" case?
we are talking about slipstream here.
But I've seen some hold up in rough conditions, and some that give out rather easily....they're not very consistant wheels</TD></TR></TABLE>
can you share what happen in your "give out rather easily" case?
we are talking about slipstream here.
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (Typel2)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Typel2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">reason for concern?</TD></TR></TABLE>getting ready to go back to the track....I really don't want any surprises...
yes, if one fails, I certainly can replace it for very little loot, but best case I would lose the rest of my track time for that weekend, if not my car or much much worse..
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yes, if one fails, I certainly can replace it for very little loot, but best case I would lose the rest of my track time for that weekend, if not my car or much much worse..
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (Typel2)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Typel2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
can you share what happen in your "give out rather easily" case?
we are talking about slipstream here.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I'm guessing he's talking about the Subaru's that break Rotas.. and their own OEM wheels.. not sure though.
can you share what happen in your "give out rather easily" case?
we are talking about slipstream here.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I'm guessing he's talking about the Subaru's that break Rotas.. and their own OEM wheels.. not sure though.
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (FizzleDaKlown)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by FizzleDaKlown »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
I'm guessing he's talking about the Subaru's that break Rotas.. and their own OEM wheels.. not sure though.</TD></TR></TABLE>
i've seen that one incident, but wasn't aware that there were several.
And OEM wheels breaking too??
I'm guessing he's talking about the Subaru's that break Rotas.. and their own OEM wheels.. not sure though.</TD></TR></TABLE>
i've seen that one incident, but wasn't aware that there were several.
And OEM wheels breaking too??
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (FizzleDaKlown)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by FizzleDaKlown »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
I'm guessing he's talking about the Subaru's that break Rotas.. and their own OEM wheels.. not sure though.</TD></TR></TABLE>
that;s what I was referring to.
I just don't see what is wrong with stock wheels unless you actually upgrade from that. To me, Rotas aren;t an upgrade from the factory Enkei's, which are very good wheels IMO.
You want a different look....cool, but if you want a race wheel, get something forged
I'm guessing he's talking about the Subaru's that break Rotas.. and their own OEM wheels.. not sure though.</TD></TR></TABLE>
that;s what I was referring to.
I just don't see what is wrong with stock wheels unless you actually upgrade from that. To me, Rotas aren;t an upgrade from the factory Enkei's, which are very good wheels IMO.
You want a different look....cool, but if you want a race wheel, get something forged
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (Emerika)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Emerika »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
that;s what I was referring to.
I just don't see what is wrong with stock wheels unless you actually upgrade from that. To me, Rotas aren;t an upgrade from the factory Enkei's, which are very good wheels IMO.
You want a different look....cool, but if you want a race wheel, get something forged </TD></TR></TABLE>
well said! post that in the eg forum. lol
that;s what I was referring to.
I just don't see what is wrong with stock wheels unless you actually upgrade from that. To me, Rotas aren;t an upgrade from the factory Enkei's, which are very good wheels IMO.
You want a different look....cool, but if you want a race wheel, get something forged
</TD></TR></TABLE>well said!
post that in the eg forum. lol
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Re: rota slipstream durability? (Emerika)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Emerika »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
that;s what I was referring to.
I just don't see what is wrong with stock wheels unless you actually upgrade from that. To me, Rotas aren;t an upgrade from the factory Enkei's, which are very good wheels IMO.
You want a different look....cool, but if you want a race wheel, get something forged </TD></TR></TABLE>
The problem with using the Subaru "incidents" as an example is that they break their stock wheels as well. It seems those place a LOT of load on the hub area's of the wheels so I wouldn't expect a wheel designed for a honda to hold up when subaru's wheels (not sure who makes em, but enkie is possible since they make a lot of oem wheels) don't hold up either.
It's an upgrade becuase they are wider and lighter than stock. You can't even use the cast vs forged arguement on this one since stock are cast as well.
He's looking for a street wheel, well not even, he's wondering if the wheels he has are strong. No one needs forged wheels on the track either, sure, it reduces weight and produces strong wheels, but unless you are in a $$ pro class, you aren't going to be gaining enough to justify the cost.
IMO, Forged wheels on the street are nice because they'll hold up better, but, at the cost of them, I'd rather just get an extra set of cast wheels.
that;s what I was referring to.
I just don't see what is wrong with stock wheels unless you actually upgrade from that. To me, Rotas aren;t an upgrade from the factory Enkei's, which are very good wheels IMO.
You want a different look....cool, but if you want a race wheel, get something forged
</TD></TR></TABLE>The problem with using the Subaru "incidents" as an example is that they break their stock wheels as well. It seems those place a LOT of load on the hub area's of the wheels so I wouldn't expect a wheel designed for a honda to hold up when subaru's wheels (not sure who makes em, but enkie is possible since they make a lot of oem wheels) don't hold up either.
It's an upgrade becuase they are wider and lighter than stock. You can't even use the cast vs forged arguement on this one since stock are cast as well.
He's looking for a street wheel, well not even, he's wondering if the wheels he has are strong. No one needs forged wheels on the track either, sure, it reduces weight and produces strong wheels, but unless you are in a $$ pro class, you aren't going to be gaining enough to justify the cost.
IMO, Forged wheels on the street are nice because they'll hold up better, but, at the cost of them, I'd rather just get an extra set of cast wheels.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Emerika »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
that;s what I was referring to.
I just don't see what is wrong with stock wheels unless you actually upgrade from that. To me, Rotas aren;t an upgrade from the factory Enkei's, which are very good wheels IMO.
You want a different look....cool, but if you want a race wheel, get something forged </TD></TR></TABLE>
i don't see why slipstream should be compare to the subaru case. i forget the name of that wheel used on that wrx (sumthing zero). SS and WRX wheel are 2 different things, diff. sharp, size, other than the fact that they are both made by rota.
Read my first message, i said : "We are talking about Slipstream here"
that;s what I was referring to.
I just don't see what is wrong with stock wheels unless you actually upgrade from that. To me, Rotas aren;t an upgrade from the factory Enkei's, which are very good wheels IMO.
You want a different look....cool, but if you want a race wheel, get something forged
</TD></TR></TABLE>i don't see why slipstream should be compare to the subaru case. i forget the name of that wheel used on that wrx (sumthing zero). SS and WRX wheel are 2 different things, diff. sharp, size, other than the fact that they are both made by rota.
Read my first message, i said : "We are talking about Slipstream here"
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Emerika »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
I just don't see what is wrong with stock wheels unless you actually upgrade from that. To me, Rotas aren;t an upgrade from the factory Enkei's, which are very good wheels IMO.
</TD></TR></TABLE>rota's=6.5" wide
factory ITR=6" wide...
I would prefer a 7" rim, but a 6.5 definately gets me more contact patch then a 6.
I just don't see what is wrong with stock wheels unless you actually upgrade from that. To me, Rotas aren;t an upgrade from the factory Enkei's, which are very good wheels IMO.
</TD></TR></TABLE>rota's=6.5" wide
factory ITR=6" wide...
I would prefer a 7" rim, but a 6.5 definately gets me more contact patch then a 6.
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