Trouble with Rockstar wheels!

[jmsspratlin]

I recently purchased a set of Rockstar wheels and they really don't seem to be worth the money. I initially had problems with them (defects) and had to have them sent back and replaced. I finally got the new set in and now 1 of the "new" ones has a bend in the lip. It also seems like everyone of the center caps has scratches all over the PLASTC star symbol! Seems with the price of these wheels, they could have made a better center cap (possibly non-plastic) and one that actually fit down onto the wheel instead of "hovering" 2 inches above it. WTF was the purpose in that! Anyway, I like the straight on look of the wheel, however they don't look like they would be able to hold up long. If you are considering these, I'd say rethink it. If there are others who have these wheels, let me know what you think of the set-up. Thanks for the space to RANT!.....Jamie

[KenP]

Search for Albie's posts. He's got Rockstars and I don't recall him saying anything bad about them.

BTW, that sux.

[jmsspratlin]

Originally Posted by KenP

Search for Albie's posts. He's got Rockstars and I don't recall him saying anything bad about them.

BTW, that sux.

How do I go about searching someone's post? Never done that before...so kinda new. Thanks Ken....Jamie

[Hucky]

Originally Posted by jmsspratlin

How do I go about searching someone's post? Never done that before...so kinda new. Thanks Ken....Jamie

At the top of the forum you will see User CP FAQ Members List Calendar New Posts Search just click on Search and type in such things as rockstars
or the guys name etc... it will give you lists, if your not satisfied, type in more info.

Hucky

[jmsspratlin]

Originally Posted by Hucky

At the top of the forum you will see User CP FAQ Members List Calendar New Posts Search just click on Search and type in such things as rockstars
or the guys name etc... it will give you lists, if your not satisfied, type in more info.

Hucky

Thanks bro...simple enough

[timgco]

That's some crap luck man! I know others that have them and like them.

I looked at a set of 5 today and they were perfect. My tires will be in on Friday, so I'll have them on as well.

As for the center caps, you can mod them so they fit down closer to the rim. I've seen this done and will do the same if I end up keeping the caps on.

Yes, the center caps are plastic,. most caps are.


So, where;s the pics of them? What tires did you put on?

[jmsspratlin]

Originally Posted by timgco

That's some crap luck man! I know others that have them and like them.

I looked at a set of 5 today and they were perfect. My tires will be in on Friday, so I'll have them on as well.

As for the center caps, you can mod them so they fit down closer to the rim. I've seen this done and will do the same if I end up keeping the caps on.

Yes, the center caps are plastic,. most caps are.


So, where;s the pics of them? What tires did you put on?

What kinda mod will make them sit closer? Do you also have to trim the bolts that hold them on so that they are not too long? I have them wrapped in Toyo Open Country MT's (35's) I haven't had time with work and all to take any pics yet, I'll get some up shortly though. Please hit me back on that mod though, love to drop those things closer to the wheel. Thanks bro.....Jamie

[timgco]

Originally Posted by jmsspratlin

What kinda mod will make them sit closer? Do you also have to trim the bolts that hold them on so that they are not too long? I have them wrapped in Toyo Open Country MT's (35's) I haven't had time with work and all to take any pics yet, I'll get some up shortly though. Please hit me back on that mod though, love to drop those things closer to the wheel. Thanks bro.....Jamie

I'll do some step by step photos of what needs to be done over this weekend. Good choice on tires.

[jmsspratlin]

Originally Posted by timgco

I'll do some step by step photos of what needs to be done over this weekend. Good choice on tires.

Thanks bro for the help, soon as you get them up, I'll do the same mod....Jamie

[KingVinnie]

Sure the guy selling them to you isnt selling seconds or referbs.

[blockrockin]

i have had them for awhile and i love them.. ! no problems at all.. i think maybe yours may have gotten banged up in shipping. i would get them to send you a new set. good luck i think they are a great looking wheel .

[dkhummerh2]

I am looking at buying some rockstars too! I will check back on this to see what you guys post here.
thanks
dk

[jmsspratlin]

Originally Posted by KingVinnie

Sure the guy selling them to you isnt selling seconds or referbs.

It's "suppose to be" a good company. They are in the orginal box and don't seem to be seconds. Any other way to tell? Thanks....Jamie

[TXSUT]

Originally Posted by jmsspratlin

They are in the orginal box and don't seem to be seconds. Any other way to tell? Thanks....Jamie

How was the box sealed?

You haven't mounted them yet, right? What about returning them for your money back if you are that dissatisfied?

[jmsspratlin]

Originally Posted by TXSUT

How was the box sealed?

Taped (doesn't look like it was ever taped before) and each had 2 band straps around. The inside center caps were in a sealed bubble wrap.

[TXSUT]

Originally Posted by jmsspratlin

Taped (doesn't look like it was ever taped before) and each had 2 band straps around. The inside center caps were in a sealed bubble wrap.

Can you tell if the box lids had been glued down before?

Edited my post above to include 2 more questions.

[IRA51]

Are they made in CHINA ?

[jmsspratlin]

Originally Posted by IRA51

Are they made in CHINA ?

No, they are the Kathy Lee sweat shop special

[dkhummerh2]

I agree, I have heard nothing but good things about the xd series. what a bummer if they do not hold up, I have wanted some rockstars ever since they came out. I am getting black. Aren't they suppossed to be teflon coated or something. Seems they would be pretty tough.
dk

[DRTYFN]

Originally Posted by jmsspratlin

How do I go about searching someone's post? Never done that before...so kinda new. Thanks Ken....Jamie

Search - advanced search - enter word(s) in the Search By Key Word field & enter the name of the user in the Search By User Name field. You may then select which specific forum you'd like to search.

http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/s...ight=rockstars