Rim question - Subaru Outback

Alaskancouple · 01-15-2013, 06:55 PM

I have the 2013 outback and already had a punctured tire...I hate those **** doughnut tires and want to get full size rim and tire. My dealer is quoting me about 500 just for the rim...is this craziness at it's greatest height?

AO River · 01-15-2013, 07:11 PM

Beyond craziness. MSRP for a 16" wheel is $175 for the rim/centercap/TPMS sensor and it can easily be sourced cheaper than that. $500 is ridiculous.
https://www.subaruonlineparts.com/pr...8fe7a58429c926

Buying online is going to cost $$$ to ship to Alaska, but it can't be anywhere near $325 for s/h.

DrCloud · 01-15-2013, 07:18 PM

Yup, beyond craziness. You should read this dealer the riot act and (unless they cave in completely) never bother with them again. HPH

pt37 · 01-15-2013, 10:00 PM

The $175 is for the 16" rims. They're charging $250 for the 17" rims plus shipping, but don't know what that would be to Alaska. And they're charging $340 for the legacy sport 18" rims.

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AllWhiteOB · 01-15-2013, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alaskancouple

I have the 2013 outback and already had a punctured tire...I hate those **** doughnut tires and want to get full size rim and tire. My dealer is quoting me about 500 just for the rim...is this craziness at it's greatest height?

Try tirerack.com Their shipping charges to Alberta here were not bad. You can get up-front estimate for shipping, etc.
No afiliation ...

OBnube · 01-16-2013, 03:14 AM

I would bet on $350(wheel+shipping) or better to get one to you. I just sent four coast to coast with UPS and shipping was close to $90 for a two wheel box. I would look in Washington for a dealer.

statueim · 01-16-2013, 08:47 AM

Before you get too set on the idea: In case you haven't already. Search a bit for "full size spare". They only make the spare tire well big enough to hold a full size Legacy tire when inflated.

Some people have gotten a full size spare to fit uninflated depending on the tire type and carry a can of air to inflate it if necessary. Others just recommend using tire slime and a can of air as many manufacturers are doing without supplying a spare tire these days to cut costs.

AO River · 01-16-2013, 12:26 PM

^ The bad thing about tire slime or similar is that it is a PITA for repair shops to clean out, and some won't even attempt to do it - they'll just require that you get a new tire (which can lead to two or four new tires if the tread would be uneven). And of course tire slime can't be used for a full blowout either.

Alaskancouple · 01-16-2013, 02:00 PM

I will NEVER use slime...I have the 17 inch alum wheels with mine and I want the wheel to match (i'm lame like that). A full size fits the tire well just fine if you get don't use the foam insert, verified by me placing my tire in there.

jogosub · 01-16-2013, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Alaskancouple

I will NEVER use slime...I have the 17 inch alum wheels with mine and I want the wheel to match (i'm lame like that). A full size fits the tire well just fine if you get don't use the foam insert, verified by me placing my tire in there.

Not sure where in Alaska you are but you could try to have them shipped to Whitehorse.. I would think there are some TireRack recommended shops there...

01-15-2013, 06:55 PM	#1 (permalink)
Alaskancouple Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Alaska Car: 2013 limited Outback 2.5i, pzev, rear seat protectors, Venetian red pearl, all weather floor mats, rear cargo net, viper remote start, puddle lights, body side molding, Posts: 38 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Rim question I have the 2013 outback and already had a punctured tire...I hate those **** doughnut tires and want to get full size rim and tire. My dealer is quoting me about 500 just for the rim...is this craziness at it's greatest height?

01-15-2013, 07:11 PM	#2 (permalink)
AO River Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Princeton Car: 2013 2.5i Premium 6mt, Twilight Blue Posts: 1,792 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Beyond craziness. MSRP for a 16" wheel is $175 for the rim/centercap/TPMS sensor and it can easily be sourced cheaper than that. $500 is ridiculous. https://www.subaruonlineparts.com/pr...8fe7a58429c926 Buying online is going to cost $$$ to ship to Alaska, but it can't be anywhere near $325 for s/h. __________________ R o b _D. Current car: 2013 TB/BC Subaru Outback, 2.5i Premium 6mt Before you start a new thread, please search first! Learn how here. Buying or just bought a Gen 4 Outback FAQ

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OBnube Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Sackatomatoes CA. Car: 2013 Pearl White Limited /SAP/Moonroof+ many other goodies Posts: 2,098 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	I would bet on $350(wheel+shipping) or better to get one to you. I just sent four coast to coast with UPS and shipping was close to $90 for a two wheel box. I would look in Washington for a dealer. __________________ I'm not happy....till you're not happy

01-16-2013, 12:26 PM	#8 (permalink)
AO River Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Princeton Car: 2013 2.5i Premium 6mt, Twilight Blue Posts: 1,792 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	^ The bad thing about tire slime or similar is that it is a PITA for repair shops to clean out, and some won't even attempt to do it - they'll just require that you get a new tire (which can lead to two or four new tires if the tread would be uneven). And of course tire slime can't be used for a full blowout either. __________________ R o b _D. Current car: 2013 TB/BC Subaru Outback, 2.5i Premium 6mt Before you start a new thread, please search first! Learn how here. Buying or just bought a Gen 4 Outback FAQ

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01-15-2013, 07:18 PM	#3 (permalink)
DrCloud Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: EstesPark/BocaRaton Car: 07OBXTL/08LGT.B Posts: 577 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yup, beyond craziness. You should read this dealer the riot act and (unless they cave in completely) never bother with them again. HPH

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pt37 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 129 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The $175 is for the 16" rims. They're charging $250 for the 17" rims plus shipping, but don't know what that would be to Alaska. And they're charging $340 for the legacy sport 18" rims. SubaruOnlineParts.com :: Original parts for your Subaru

01-16-2013, 08:47 AM	#7 (permalink)
statueim Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ohio Car: 2010 2.5i Premium - 19mm STI RSB - OEM Hitch Posts: 286 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Before you get too set on the idea: In case you haven't already. Search a bit for "full size spare". They only make the spare tire well big enough to hold a full size Legacy tire when inflated. Some people have gotten a full size spare to fit uninflated depending on the tire type and carry a can of air to inflate it if necessary. Others just recommend using tire slime and a can of air as many manufacturers are doing without supplying a spare tire these days to cut costs.

01-16-2013, 02:00 PM	#9 (permalink)
Alaskancouple Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Alaska Car: 2013 limited Outback 2.5i, pzev, rear seat protectors, Venetian red pearl, all weather floor mats, rear cargo net, viper remote start, puddle lights, body side molding, Posts: 38 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I will NEVER use slime...I have the 17 inch alum wheels with mine and I want the wheel to match (i'm lame like that). A full size fits the tire well just fine if you get don't use the foam insert, verified by me placing my tire in there.

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