Which wheels are better?

[210LowLife(:]

Hello, I have a eg sedan, currently sitting on rotas. I want somerhing else though and some guy is offering me Si's. Before I go through with this I wanna know other peoples opinions on the two sets of wheels. Dont care which ones look better to others just trying to get some info on which wheels will last longer and not bring so much attention. Thanks in advance for your input.

 

[my93civic]

Stock wheels won't attract as much attention and I would imagine last longer but I think it's just a matter of personal preference

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[mymmeryloss]

Which rotas? I hate knockoff wheels so i say go with si's

 

[Hecz]

Hello, I have a eg sedan, currently sitting on rotas. I want somerhing else though and some guy is offering me Si's. Before I go through with this I wanna know other peoples opinions on the two sets of wheels. Dont care which ones look better to others just trying to get some info on which wheels will last longer and not bring so much attention. Thanks in advance for your input.

Attention? the stock ones (si)
last longer? depends on how you treat them. they're not going to break themselves.

 

[Wreckless Hype]

I traded Rota Circuit8's straight up for a set of LS Mesh rims back when I had my hatch. Way lower profile as far as attracting attention. Worth it to me. People throw OEMs around like nothing, but a stock set, not painted, bent, or curbed to s**t, would likely be more sought after. Not a huge Rota fan, but some look ok.

 

[joe7987]

I had Si rims. Sold them for Rotas Circuit 8s.

That said, Si wheels will definitely attract less attention, but why not just get some cheap stock rims if you don't want to attract attention? Si wheels cost a bit of cash. You're better off selling your current rims and buying some cheap ones. You'll probably make money instead of breaking even.

As far as lasting you longer, both sets of wheels are likely to last forever. Rota construction is fine. Si construction is fine. Si wheels may be slightly less likely to break early, but neither are likely to break at all.

I'm now going to move this to the wheels / tires section.

 

[mikekh10a]

OP, since your username has the numbers 210 and it says you're from tx, i assume you're located in San Antonio. I know first hand that the honda problem there is crazy, I'd say for sure get the SI wheels, because I hear so many night mare stories of people stealing hondas, wheels, even random exterior parts, EVEN IN BROAD DAY LIGHT

 

[210LowLife(:]

Hahaa yea car scene is crazy over here... but thanks everyone!(:

 

[CHILD]

People think Si wheels are so damn special, I could see them as attractino just as much attention as the rotas.

 

[joe7987]

People think Si wheels are so damn special, I could see them as attractino just as much attention as the rotas.

I could definitely see this as a possibility. I suppose it depends on how well-researched your local thieves are. Some are very knowledgeable. Others look for flashy-looking parts. So yes, if the thieves are knowledgeable about civics (a real possibility), Si wheels could attract an equal amount of attention.

In the end, I still hold to my recommendation. Sell your rims and buy some crappy, non Si, stocks. You'll make out better, all around.

 

[my93civic]

I say get the wheels you want and don't worry bout it

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[mymmeryloss]

I say get the wheels you want and don't worry bout it

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Until u come outside and your car is on blocks

 

[CHILD]

Until u come outside and your car is on blocks

And being that the OP is in Texas, it won't matter what he's rolling on. If it's left outside it'll probably be jacked. Real, fake, or oem apart from steelies

 

[mymmeryloss]

And being that the OP is in Texas, it won't matter what he's rolling on. If it's left outside it'll probably be jacked. Real, fake, or oem apart from steelies

That bad huh? And y do i want to move to Texas?

 

[CHILD]

Yeah its shitty as far as thieves, but the cost of living brings everyone down here. It's an evil temptation

 

[mymmeryloss]

Yeah its shitty as far as thieves, but the cost of living brings everyone down here. It's an evil temptation

My line of work is what brings me there. Lookin at San Antonio though.

 

[Jermee]

I don't take my car to shows in Houston/south Texas. Car thieves are on point down there...especially for Hondas

My line of work is what brings me there. Lookin at San Antonio though.

Move to Texas...I'll come visit you

 

[mymmeryloss]

I don't take my car to shows in Houston/south Texas. Car thieves are on point down there...especially for Hondas




Move to Texas...I'll come visit you

We are trying. Might be a few years out...

 

[my93civic]

Just use open end lug nuts and spot weld the nut to the stud

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[CHILD]

That's a brilliant idea, because wheels never have to come off of a car. Then you can weld the doors shut so that nobody can get into the car as well. Let's weld everything!