New Shoes (BBS FI-R's)
02-10-2015, 06:13 PM
#31
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On some cars, cheaper wheels play. However, when choosing for high performance whips, construction techniques and build quality matter a bit more. I drive my cars pretty hard and safety matters. BBS makes a ultra high quality solution. Honestly, steering and brake feel have both improved over the stock setup and I couldn't be happier with the choice I made. I normally would never buy preowned, but with these wheels, I really had no choice if I wanted them now since BBS isn't planning to sell the FI-R's state side for a few more months.
http://arstechnica.com/staff/2015/02...y-makes-sense/
02-10-2015, 10:39 PM
#32
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My O.Z. wheels at 2k didn't fall apart and were light weight. But, since you are such a concerned guy, might I interest you in some other snake oil:
http://arstechnica.com/staff/2015/02...y-makes-sense/
http://arstechnica.com/staff/2015/02...y-makes-sense/
My response was not meant to spark controversy or imply one maker's products are better than another. Yes, BBS is a pricey solution, and Yes, I am a person who is willing to pay to play. Nothing more. OZ makes a great solution with a racing heritage that is unquestionable and still runs the game (Formula 1). Each manufacturer makes an affordable as well as a High-End solution and ultimately, the path chosen is up to the buyer. Additionally, BBS is not the only high quality manufacturer in the game, but, BBS is the trusted manufacturer that I have chosen. In the end, it all comes down to looks, fitment, and confidence in the Brand and to each their own.
02-10-2015, 11:01 PM
#33
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not many 9k patek anymore. paid a lot more than that for jumbo nautilus.
wheels are a disease. i used to think 9000 for 4 wheels was $$
i just paid $9000 for two bicycle wheels. i am still in shock myself. so much so i bought another set (lightweight milenstein schwartz obermyer)!
but you are right PP holds value way better!
wheels are a disease. i used to think 9000 for 4 wheels was $$
i just paid $9000 for two bicycle wheels. i am still in shock myself. so much so i bought another set (lightweight milenstein schwartz obermyer)!
but you are right PP holds value way better!
Some people would say I'm crazy with 3 sets of Zipps... It is all about wheels!
Now I'll have to keep an eye out for that jumbo PP
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02-11-2015, 03:37 AM
#35
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My response was not meant to spark controversy or imply one maker's products are better than another. Yes, BBS is a pricey solution, and Yes, I am a person who is willing to pay to play. Nothing more. OZ makes a great solution with a racing heritage that is unquestionable and still runs the game (Formula 1). Each manufacturer makes an affordable as well as a High-End solution and ultimately, the path chosen is up to the buyer. Additionally, BBS is not the only high quality manufacturer in the game, but, BBS is the trusted manufacturer that I have chosen. In the end, it all comes down to looks, fitment, and confidence in the Brand and to each their own.
zipp, chepaer than enve but for me, better wheels 202 and 303
i tried a set of LWT. obyermers are sub 1000g. but the CF spokes makes the difference. to my, it's more comfy, stiffer and spins up faster. replaced my zip and enve with two set of lwt.
02-11-2015, 05:17 PM
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02-11-2015, 05:24 PM
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02-11-2015, 05:26 PM
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maybe we need a RL cycling group ;-)
let's get back to BBS for now.
let's get back to BBS for now.
02-15-2015, 05:37 PM
#45
this isnt a track mod IMO. i had bbs centerlocks on my gt2 rs. looked amazing but the cheap 18s i used were better. Now for racing i use BBS cup wheels, for the strength.
turbo s and gt3 same offset?
turbo s and gt3 same offset?