Varrstoens

jbrueshaber · 02-12-2013, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by makstraw

Varrstoens FTW

Awesome ride! May I ask what size, offset, and tires you are currently running? Do you hav the sports package with the Akebono BBK's? Your car has a great stance!!!!!!!!!!! Nice job!

makstraw · 02-13-2013, 09:26 AM

19x9.5 +22 front, pokes a bit. 19x10.5 +12 with a 5mm spacer is perfect in the rear. Yes I have the Sport brakes.255x35 front 295x40 rear

Wonka2581 · 02-16-2013, 11:08 PM

Hey guys Im looking at these wheels, I need to know if they would be ok for a once a year trackday?

makstraw · 02-21-2013, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Wonka2581

Hey guys Im looking at these wheels, I need to know if they would be ok for a once a year trackday?

Thats like asking me if its going to rain eventually.... It might be today, might be a month from now... Id say yes based on my experiences since I drive my Z like its stolen... But you never know. Any wheel will fail under the right circumstances.

TaylorRyan370 · 02-21-2013, 02:59 PM

I'd hope these wheels could handle the occasional track day. I know they are cheap, but they aren't made of plastic.

chrischhorn · 02-21-2013, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by TaylorRyan370

I'd hope these wheels could handle the occasional track day. I know they are cheap, but they aren't made of plastic.

They are replicas yes......The big thing is they CANNOT handle a major impact. My friend AutoX's on his Varrstoeons in a 350z and has done so on well over 10 events over the past year and a half and DD's his car. No issues. That being said, AutoX courses are also small and don't achieve very high speeds as true road courses do. AutoX, i dont think they are a problem. True road racing then yes, I would be concerned.

TaylorRyan370 · 02-21-2013, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by chrischhorn

They are replicas yes......The big thing is they CANNOT handle a major impact. My friend AutoX's on his Varrstoeons in a 350z and has done so on well over 10 events over the past year and a half and DD's his car. No issues. That being said, AutoX courses are also small and don't achieve very high speeds as true road courses do. AutoX, i dont think they are a problem. True road racing then yes, I would be concerned.

I plan on maybe one or two track days with my Z... I mostly do autocross anyways. I will be using my future pro-touring 1969 Camaro for the track

lhinojos · 02-21-2013, 05:58 PM

The only problem I have with replicas is durability. Three of my friends have the varrstoen te37 reps and all three have bent one of their rims.

DEpointfive0 · 02-21-2013, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by lhinojos

The only problem I have with replicas is durability. Three of my friends have the varrstoen te37 reps and all three have bent one of their rims.

Doing what though? Hit a pothole/curb? That will bend or damage any wheel. If it's forged, yeah, a bit less, but you'll still need to put some work in to undo it

lhinojos · 02-21-2013, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

Doing what though? Hit a pothole/curb? That will bend or damage any wheel. If it's forged, yeah, a bit less, but you'll still need to put some work in to undo it

Agreed. But the reps bend A LOT easier than forged wheels. Most of us will hit a pothole sometimes while driving our cars. We cant avoid them all, with that being said, forged wheels will roll over without hurt(most cases). What it would take to bend a real set of TE's, would have a far more dramatic effect on the reps. Like I said, only problem I have is durability. The wheels are still gorgeous.

Waiz · 02-21-2013, 07:13 PM

I know of 3 different people who have had their Varrstoens crack (not bend on them). One was on the track under heavy use and two others were just in normal driving.

I personally know way too much about wheels to ever settle for a set of these Varrstoens for my own car but I don't hate on others if that's their choice.

I will say that there are plenty of other options to pursue without settling for these poor quality cast Varrstoens. Enkei for instance makes a ton of great lightweight and durable designs or you could do some digging on the used market.

TaylorRyan370 · 02-21-2013, 07:24 PM

Enkei's prices are great, but I don't like any of the styles they offer on the Z.

Volk Z · 02-25-2013, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 1st

Volk is over rated. Replicas for Ftw!

That's a bold statement. I'm thinking on the replica wheel page that blatently knocks off Volk wheels this statement is a bit much.

I think some people have forgotten the fact that Volk TE's are around 6-7 pounds or more lighter per wheel then the Varstoen knock off.
In unsprung weight that's a huge difference.

That being said I have had 3 sets of Volks and love them but I am not going to bash the replicas, but please don't bash the real deal. The comparison of the 2 even as they look the same are worlds apart.

kenchan · 02-25-2013, 02:48 PM

^^ indeed, that was the 1st.

silly pun intended for silly comment.

Waiz · 02-25-2013, 03:22 PM

I think 1st was just kidding, no way that was a serious statement

02-16-2013, 11:08 PM	#33 (permalink)
Wonka2581 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 3,083 Drives: MY WIFE CRAZY.... Rep Power: 2612	Hey guys Im looking at these wheels, I need to know if they would be ok for a once a year trackday? __________________ "I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat""Winston Churchill"

02-21-2013, 02:59 PM	#35 (permalink)
TaylorRyan370 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 285 Drives: 1969 Camaro Rep Power: 12	I'd hope these wheels could handle the occasional track day. I know they are cheap, but they aren't made of plastic. __________________ Build Journal: 2012 370Z \| Magnetic Black \| Manual \| Sport Package

02-21-2013, 07:13 PM	#41 (permalink)
Waiz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 9,262 Drives: Z33 & GE8 Rep Power: 459	I know of 3 different people who have had their Varrstoens crack (not bend on them). One was on the track under heavy use and two others were just in normal driving. I personally know way too much about wheels to ever settle for a set of these Varrstoens for my own car but I don't hate on others if that's their choice. I will say that there are plenty of other options to pursue without settling for these poor quality cast Varrstoens. Enkei for instance makes a ton of great lightweight and durable designs or you could do some digging on the used market. tomnavone likes this.

02-21-2013, 07:24 PM	#42 (permalink)
TaylorRyan370 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 285 Drives: 1969 Camaro Rep Power: 12	Enkei's prices are great, but I don't like any of the styles they offer on the Z. __________________ Build Journal: 2012 370Z \| Magnetic Black \| Manual \| Sport Package

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