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04-26-2014, 05:57 PM | #126 |
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the 05s didn't have TPMS, don't think the 06 did either.
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04-26-2014, 06:23 PM | #127 |
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Tpms only arrived in 09, in North America.
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04-26-2014, 10:29 PM | #128 |
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[quote="Redeemed77;41853898"]What do you all think about these? Konig Oversteer ....
NEVER ask a forum what they think of xyz wheel. Some will like, some will hate.... It is YOUR car, do what you want with it, and if you feel you need the internets "approval" , good luck with that. Make a decision based on what you like...! |
04-26-2014, 11:33 PM | #129 | |
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If everyone hates it, so be it, but the reason I ask is to uncover facts from opinion. If 5 out of 10 guys responded that their Konig rims were bent within months then I would gain KEY information about my future purchase. Sharing info and uncovering facts from a sea of opinion....isn't that what forums are about? That's my opinion, and that's all it is. Thanks for looking out...it's OK, I know some will not like it just like I don't like 10 inch wheels bent out at insane levels to the point that the car is no longer drivable above 15mph. Lol |
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04-27-2014, 07:28 AM | #130 | |
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I wouldn't worry to much about fuel economy, but theoretically it will go down with additional weight or increased rolling resistance. I have never noticed any impact, but I have never run huge tires. Going to a 35 offset will not mess up handling. But it will dull the steering response, and put a little additional stress and wear on wheel bearings. Whether or not you need 9 or 9.5 width is your call based on desired tire size and fitment... Last edited by rexster; 04-27-2014 at 07:33 AM. |
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04-27-2014, 11:00 AM | #131 | |
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I'm pretty sure I will go conservative and stick to the 18x8 @ 45 with a 235 tire, as the most reasonable but the flesh loves the idea of 18x9 with a 245 tire lol. If the 18x9 had a higher offset I think I'd go with 9's since I do plan some added power in the future. Then again...AWD with an 8 inch wide tire might still be enough so traction probably wouldn't be an issue. I don't plan on adding too much power anyway...as if we even know if it's possible with the new FA, so I'm probably good with the 18x8. |
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04-27-2014, 11:43 AM | #132 |
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You should be able to do 18x9 +45 no problem
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04-27-2014, 12:47 PM | #133 |
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^Yeah, but the particular rim I'm looking at...and even more that I was considering apparently don't come in 18X9 @ 45. I'm currently at $150 per rim at 19.6 pounds each...from all my searching, finding the right rims in terms of size/specs/weight/looks is like pulling teeth from a mama bear lol.
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04-27-2014, 12:50 PM | #134 |
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Trust me, im having the same frustrations. The rims i really wanted only come in 18x10 +22! ><
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04-27-2014, 01:01 PM | #135 |
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OUCH...yeah, that's even worse. I know a place in Miami that builds custom rims but you know that would cost an arm,leg, and allowing them to clone you or something lol.
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04-27-2014, 02:41 PM | #136 |
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I highly recommend you check you local regional sub forums for used sti BBS rims. They're not super light, but they're comparable to the lightest cast wheels while being much stronger because they're forged. They're the perfect size and offset. When I burn up the stock tires I may go to an 18" rim, and those will be on my short list. I just picked up some 17x8 sti BBS goldies with blizzak 70s for winter. I'm loving the fact that we have the sti bolt pattern.
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04-27-2014, 10:08 PM | #137 |
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04-27-2014, 11:01 PM | #138 | |
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In the US market, TPMS was required for all light vehicles (under 5 tons) sold after September 1, 2007. I have a friend with an 05 Toyota RAV4 that has TPMS. Part of the lucky (?) 20% in that model year, I guess. |
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04-27-2014, 11:02 PM | #139 |
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Yes, referring to subaru only.
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04-27-2014, 11:03 PM | #140 |
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04-28-2014, 12:10 AM | #141 |
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04-28-2014, 12:12 AM | #142 | |
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04-29-2014, 10:11 PM | #143 |
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Awesome Thread, just make sure when you guys actually start posting pics, that you remember to let the car roll a few inches after lowering the jack so the suspension can settle. The tires bind on the pavement making them "poke" more and the binding also increases the fender gap by a small amount. This way, we can get some accurate pics. =)
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04-30-2014, 10:24 PM | #144 |
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I wish I could see a 18x9 at 35 offset and with 245/40/18 tires. Since all Inhave is time before my WRX comes in I'm still flirting with the 9 wide, but 35 offset scares me away. I don't like a lot of poke.
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05-01-2014, 12:58 AM | #145 |
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for 245's, what steers you away from using a 8.5 rim? 9 seems not to offer much curb protection and locks you into more expensive tires. i know you can do 45 offsets on 8's and 8.5 - maybe that would work better for you? not sure what your goal is so just shootin' in the dark here!
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05-01-2014, 06:22 AM | #146 |
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The Konig Oversteer don't come in 8.5, if It did it would be easy lol. Nothing with rims seems easy lol. I like the look, weight, and price of the Oversteer's so that's a hard combo to move away from.
I will probably go safe and keep it 18x8 45 235/40/18 but I'm just debating in my mind lol. |
05-01-2014, 08:09 AM | #147 |
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I will be test fitting a 9 inch +30 wheel with a 245/40/18 on my car sometime soon! Rota Gforce
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05-01-2014, 08:39 AM | #148 |
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Excellent....hurry man...hurry, Im pulling the trigger soon lol.
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05-01-2014, 11:01 AM | #149 |
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Yeah. No kidding.
i will say that sites like this helped me find tire/wheel combos that would minimize speedo error and maintain a similar fit - http://www.rimsntires.com/specspro.jsp but yeah, there is nothing easy about this. at least now you dont have to worry about 5x100 bolt patterns. |
05-01-2014, 03:35 PM | #150 |
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dont know if it helps anyone, but i called the dealer and they said the TPMS sensors in the 2015s are 28103AJ00A - catalog pulls up vehicle specific code 28103SG000 which 'translates' to the AJ00A part used on several models - sounds like they're the same Schrader 28203s from the previous cars. i'll be reusing my sensors but if you can't or don't want to, you can buy 'em: http://www.buysubarupartsnow.com/oe-subaru/28103aj00a.
i'd probably do this because it's direct from schrader and cheaper: http://www.rockauto.com/dbphp/x,cata...IVE_28203.html |
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