Cameron's Silver Sedan (Silvea)

[madeguy]

Originally Posted by kish-81

I used to really like the EX rims, but the SI rims are so much better - of course I have the lowly wheel covers....


2006 LX Sedan AT
Royal Blue Pearl
Ivory Interior

Well i guess to EACH there own. I really HATE the si RIMS.. i think they look like som TOYOTA MINI SUV rim. i COULD OF swore I seen the same RIMS on some TOYOTA SUV....

i really THINK THE EX LUCKED OUT...THEY GOT THE BEST LOOKING STOCK RIM!
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[CameronJr9]

Originally Posted by madeguy

Well i guess to EACH there own. I really HATE the si RIMS.. i think they look like som TOYOTA MINI SUV rim. i COULD OF swore I seen the same RIMS on some TOYOTA SUV....

i really THINK THE EX LUCKED OUT...THEY GOT THE BEST LOOKING STOCK RIM!

FLAMER!! Haha, nah, we all have our own opinions. I was skeptical at first, but last night when I put these new shoes on, I loved it!

[madeguy]

Originally Posted by CameronJr9

FLAMER!! Haha, nah, we all have our own opinions. I was skeptical at first, but last night when I put these new shoes on, I loved it!

I dunno who your calling a flamer.. but im Married... sorry i dont date men!


I knew i was right. here is a picture i found... It was a hybrid Highlander i seen them on

[CameronJr9]

Originally Posted by madeguy

I dunno who your calling a flamer.. but im Married... sorry i dont date men!

Haha, I'm not calling you *** (not that there's anything wrong with that). I meant you're flaming my thread...making fun of me...calling me out...harrassing me...being a jerk...but I was merely joking about that.

Anyway, yeah, that Highlander stole my wheels! Nice find.

[skittleslegend]

I don't get it?


A rim is ugly because another car brand has it?

suuuuuuure.....

[Jeff909]

Hello Cameron...I was going to do the same to my car. Where do I get spacers? Is the ride and handling the same? I'm in Southern California, so I guess we will not see are cars passing. I have the same model as you. Thanks Jeff

[CameronJr9]

Originally Posted by Jeff909

Hello Cameron...I was going to do the same to my car. Where do I get spacers? Is the ride and handling the same? I'm in Southern California, so I guess we will not see are cars passing. I have the same model as you. Thanks Jeff

Jeff, good questions. You can get spacers at Pep Boys or Auto Zone. eBay has some for a little less (that's where I got mine). I got 5mm, but honestly, 3mm would have worked also. The ride is a bit stiffer and I'm pretty sure it handles slightly better than before. I had the car up to 70 mph this morning on my way to work and I didn't notice any shaking or vibrations. Acura604 has a CSX and says that around 65 mph he was experiencing shaking, so he got the spacers glued to the hubs. Road noise is barely louder, hardly worth mentioning.

[Jeff909]

Glued to the hub.That sounds like a hassle. Do I really need the spacers? Will it work without? I'm trying to make it as stressless as possible. Jeff

[CameronJr9]

You'll need spacers for the front, because the brake calipers are bigger in the front than in the back. You'll need at least 3mm spacers. That part really isn't a hassle.
Without the spacers, your wheels will rub against the caliber and possibly not allow the wheel to turn.

[8thgenuser]

Others have posted pictures elsewhere that the Si wheel will rub the disc calipers if you don't add the spacers. So yes, you need them unless you plan to shave either your wheels and/or your calipers.

[aki]

Wow, the Si rims look surprisingly good on the sedan. Better than on the coupe I think. Not a fan of em, hence I'm sellin em too =)

[sbigshot]

Originally Posted by 8thgenuser

Others have posted pictures elsewhere that the Si wheel will rub the disc calipers if you don't add the spacers. So yes, you need them unless you plan to shave either your wheels and/or your calipers.

Here are the spacers you will need for the Si Wheels (order two of them):

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Wheel...QQcmdZViewItem

[Acura604]

(RE: SPACERS ABOVE)



exactly what i used for mine as well...

[8thgenuser]

Are you still experiencing vibration after glueing it down?

[Acura604]

Originally Posted by 8thgenuser

Are you still experiencing vibration after glueing it down?

none at all. i took it to a tire/wheel shop to 'glue' it down.. i dont think they actually used 'glue'..but some other sort of substance.

[8civic8]

Great pics of your car....I am getting ready to order an EX myself with Navi. Did you consider getting the deck lid spoiler? I will post my pics when I take delivery in June.

[CameronJr9]

Originally Posted by 8civic8

Great pics of your car....I am getting ready to order an EX myself with Navi. Did you consider getting the deck lid spoiler? I will post my pics when I take delivery in June.

I thought about getting the lid spoiler, but I have other priorities that I want to spend my money on. If I add that, it'll be one of the last things.

[iVTEC]

Cameron,

When you switched to the larger Si wheels, did you notice any change in your acceleration, handling, ride quality or fuel economy? How do you like them now that you've had them for a little while?

Thanks

[CameronJr9]

Originally Posted by iVTEC

Cameron,

When you switched to the larger Si wheels, did you notice any change in your acceleration, handling, ride quality or fuel economy? How do you like them now that you've had them for a little while?

Thanks

Acceleration: There's no big difference. It feels about the same, even though I believe this wheel/tire combo is lighter than my EX wheels/tires.
Handling: It's MUCH improved. Let's just say I've tested the handling and it's superior with these wheels/tires.
Ride Quality: It's about the same. It's slightly stiffer due to the size of the tire. I've also noticed that they create just a little more road noise, but nothing to worry about.
Fuel Economy: I "tested" the tires quite a bit on my last tank. I'll have more info on fuel economy in about 350-400 miles.

And yes, I like the Si wheels/tires. The look is great and the quality is top notch. I just wish it would quit being spring already. My car is filthy!

[iVTEC]

Cool. Thanks!