Possible Rota G-Force group buy...

[jeremyc74]

Originally Posted by larryn

Any updates?

X2

I've got a credit card at the ready. (Paid in full every month of course....to keep the financial responsibility hawks off my ass)

[larryn]

Originally Posted by Zoeb@WheelDude.com

No, unfortunately I will not get an answer for at least 4-5 business days, I just sent the email yesterday

Zoeb

It's 5-6 business day later. Any updates, Zoeb?

No problem (well, we'll be disappointed), if they say it's a no-go, just let us know so that we can rule these out.

[Zoeb@WheelDude.com]

still waiting on response

I'll send a follow up right now

Zoeb

[larryn]

Zoeb, really really sorry, although I love the look of these wheels, those 18x9.5 ET62's that just got announced are too tasty to pass up for me. I got the feeling that you are just thinking of machining the back of the mounting plate, to get possibly get ET50.

Sorry for taking any of your time.

[jeremyc74]

I'm still waiting to hear what the engineers come back with. If they're safe, I'm still interested, but I don't want to see them do something questionable just to hit the fitment we're looking for.

[Zoeb@WheelDude.com]

Originally Posted by jeremyc74

I'm still waiting to hear what the engineers come back with. If they're safe, I'm still interested, but I don't want to see them do something questionable just to hit the fitment we're looking for.

we're not going to do anything that is questionable, all wheels we produced are JWL and VIA certified IN THE SPECIFIC WIDTH / OFFSET COMBO WE PRODUCE

Which means, when we do a 18x9 +50mm offset G Force, it will be tested in THAT SPEC.

btw, 18x9 +50 is doable

Zoeb

[jeremyc74]

Originally Posted by Zoeb@WheelDude.com

we're not going to do anything that is questionable, all wheels we produced are JWL and VIA certified IN THE SPECIFIC WIDTH / OFFSET COMBO WE PRODUCE

Which means, when we do a 18x9 +50mm offset G Force, it will be tested in THAT SPEC.

btw, 18x9 +50 is doable

Zoeb

Ok, next question....HOW MUCH?

And how many sets need to be sold for you guys to build them?

[Zoeb@WheelDude.com]

Originally Posted by jeremyc74

Ok, next question....HOW MUCH?

And how many sets need to be sold for you guys to build them?

This would require a $200 non-refundable deposit, and would total $900.

I need atleast 7 people

[jeremyc74]

Originally Posted by Zoeb@WheelDude.com

This would require a $200 non-refundable deposit, and would total $900.

I need atleast 7 people

I'm in. If we get the 6 other people on board, I don't have any problems with the deposit.

[Zoeb@WheelDude.com]

I'll be starting an official thread next wednesday as I am going out of town tomorrow for a week.

In the meanwhile, if the following specs meet your needs and you are interested, please express interest here.

18x8.5 +45
18x9 +50

Hyper Silver

I will be monitoring this thread off and on while on vacation, but if you don't get an immediate response, please bare with me, I will eventually get back to you guys

In the meanwhile, if you guys want to start putting deposits down, you are more than welcome to paypal them to sales@wheeldude.com or check out online here:
http://www.wheeldude.com/catalog/pro...oducts_id=5683 (in the notes just mention that it's for the 1addicts group buy)

If you are serious about purchasing these, you have nothing to loose by putting your deposits in. If the minimum # is not met, you will be refunded in full.

Zoeb

[zamm3k]

Im very interested in buying this set. Im guessing delivery will be around 3 months since they have to be made. Am I right?

[infinitekidM2C]

I'm in...actually i like the look of the silvers. They are not super bright but a bit antracitic...i like them. What do you expect the weight to be?

[Zoeb@WheelDude.com]

Originally Posted by zamm3k

Im very interested in buying this set. Im guessing delivery will be around 3 months since they have to be made. Am I right?

Yup, that is correct

Originally Posted by infinitekid2002

I'm in...actually i like the look of the silvers. They are not super bright but a bit antracitic...i like them. What do you expect the weight to be?

Weight will be ~ 22 lbs, maybe a little lighter due to the high offset

Zoeb

[jeremyc74]

So it looks like we've got three. Later tonight I'll PM a couple of the other guys who showed interest earlier in the thread and see if they're going to get in.

I'm thinking 7 sets shouldn't be too hard at this price.

[Dave]

I am def in but for August time frame

wife will not approve till then

[Dave]

also there is no wheel/ tire package possible?

[jeremyc74]

Originally Posted by izzodesh

I am def in but for August time frame

wife will not approve till then

Sometimes it's just great to be single....even if it does mean working harder to get laid.

(And going by what some of the married friends tell me, that may not always be the case)

Originally Posted by izzodesh

also there is no wheel/ tire package possible?

I'd be interested in wheels/tires/TPMS package as well, if that's possible. It's not going to stop me from buying the wheels, but it would make life easier.

[ucbsupafly]

First I want to thank the OP for getting the ball rolling. To be honest, I've been waiting around to see the progress of this GB while trying to make up my mind between the Rota and Apex wheels. Now the discussion seemed to have slowed down a bit after the specs are finalized, I feel there are still several questions that were either not brought up or not adequately addressed. If someone could step up and answer these questions, I am sure it'll help persuade those who are still on the fence. After all, no one likes to be a free guinea pig.

1) What is the definite tire size range we can fit on stock suspension? On aftermarket suspension?
a. So far the safest tire size combination with no rubbing seems to be 235 F and 255R. One may go a little more aggressive if running stock ride height or additional camber.

2) What about center caps? Will we be able to fit OEM BMW Roundels or are we stuck with Rota caps (will they even be provided)?

3) Since these are for a special limited production run, what options do we have in the future if we need a replacement? Are there any plans for Rota to produce a few extra sets to keep in stock?

4) Are these hub-centric with the right center bore or will we need adapter rings?

5) Will these be shipped from wheeldude or directly from Rota?

6) Lastly and most importantly, what is the estimated production time after the collection of payment?
Edit: I guess this was answered in one of the above posts. (~3 months right?)

These are just a few questions I can think of off the top of my head. Please chime in if I missed any. So far I am leaning more towards G-Force over the Apex wheel for purely aesthetic reasons. Yes, the Rotas are probably not as strong or as light, but at this price point, it’s good cheap interim solution to fitting more rubber on the car.

[Dave]

good Q's above... would love to hear answers

[jeremyc74]

Bump for the weekend.

[Eyeman]

It seems to me that if these wheels are produced, especially in varied finishes, then they'd have a good shot at replacing Breytons as the most popular One wheels. Basically these and the Forgestar F14s should take most of the sales from Breytons due to better fitment and good to better looks. It would be a tough choice between these two for me if I didn't already have wheels but I'd probably go with the Rotas. The Apex wheel will be a top competitor also, mainly used by track enthusiasts, but that includes a lot of One owners.

[jeremyc74]

Anyone else jumping on this?