CU2 standard wheels for CL9? *picture posted*

[glazewolf]

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[I CU2]

Threads here about CU2 Lux rims on CL9's somewhere.

[antony]

I think it would look AWESOME,never seen it on a car before.

[Fredoops]

Standard wheel will look fine.

CU2 Lux wheels will look Mexican without lowering and stuff

[I CU2]

How much did they cost you?

[MR_LATE]

wow 200 for a rim, very good, are they the stock tyres i wonder,

[I CU2]

I think they are stock tyres? I know rollas have a standard set of yokohamas so euros might since theyre jap cars

Apparently base CU2 models have all kinds of stock tyres.

[mcluzar]

those yokohama dB's are stock tyres - my base model CU2 comes with exactly that combination of wheels and tyres.

[MR_LATE]

mine came with yokos, done 51k on them already

[praja6]

mine came with yokos, done 51k on them already

still tyres are good after 51k?

[MR_LATE]

still got tread but very very close to the 'get ready to buy tyres' indicator
that said, it still got loads of grip thru corners but will chirp from 1 to 2 at 5000 rev

[antony]

I love those alloys,as they are easy to keep clean,even indide the rims.

[azn_k3nt]

O.o huh? my euro came with bridgestone tyres LOL LOLLLLLLLL

[I CU2]

O.o huh? my euro came with bridgestone tyres LOL LOLLLLLLLL

Yeah. Most base model has yokohamas but time to time there's random tyres on lol

[praja6]

I love those alloys,as they are easy to keep clean,even indide the rims.

I agree, its very easy to clean inside and outside for our 17inch alloys.. Not sure how easy to clean the 18inch alloy..

[praja6]

Yeah. Most base model has yokohamas but time to time there's random tyres on lol

Those ramdom tyres changed by the dealers or it came from japan as well?

[seanneko]

I have the 10 spoke CU2 wheels on mine (factory option - same as this photo http://www.zcars.com.au/images/honda-accord-euro-modulo1.jpg)

Still undecided if I like them or not... The wheels themselves are nice, but I don't know if they suit the CL9 shape. Might get rid of them and go back to stockies once the tyres wear out.

[CU2 Euro 09]

I've got a set of stock CU2 standard rims (5), 17inch Yoko's 2000kms on them. I changed them out to put on 18's with Michelin Primacy's (5). They've been sitting a a dark garage doing nuthin. Had a chat to a few tyre sellers and they're good to go. Look brand new too.

[I CU2]

How much did you get the primacy's for?

Raja, I have no idea if they're dealer fitted. I just remember you and other people talking about it in another thread lol.

[CU2 Euro 09]

How much did you get the primacy's for?

Were you the one that was blown away with their price before in a previous thread?...

I wanted 18's and didn't want 19's as they're too bumpy. Anything bigger than 18 inch on the CU2 is ridiculous IMO. Looks good but loose all feeling of luxury and feel like you're in a go kart.

I changed over for $400 a corner for rubber and $250 a corner for rim. Got 5 of them so that they match.

They weigh the same same as stock CU2 Lux wheels - 23kgs.

Didn't like stock standard CU2 rims as they look like Mazda 6 and Aurion. Too much like the rest of the pack. I went for Adventi Vienna.

Handles great, the michy's are a quiet and have good grip. Yoko's are quiet with good grip too. I've some say they think that michy's are loud. They have obviously never actually owner a car with them on.

[I CU2]

Were you the one that was blown away with their price before in a previous thread?...

I changed over for $400 a corner for rubber and $250 a corner for rim. Got 5 of them so that they match.

Yep, $400 a corner. Oh, I just can't wait till my tyres need replacing. -.-'

[CU2 Euro 09]

you've got a lot of choice but michelin is quality and good. You got a lux euro right? You happy with them?

[I CU2]

you've got a lot of choice but michelin is quality and good. You got a lux euro right? You happy with them?

Yep, they're pretty good. Might see how some Continentals are on them when they wear out but I'm not sure yet.

[antony]

I have the 10 spoke CU2 wheels on mine (factory option - same as this photo http://www.zcars.com.au/images/honda-accord-euro-modulo1.jpg)

Still undecided if I like them or not... The wheels themselves are nice, but I don't know if they suit the CL9 shape. Might get rid of them and go back to stockies once the tyres wear out.

I prefer the standard 10 spoke alloys,and would change back to them when you change tyres...

[seanneko]

I prefer the standard 10 spoke alloys,and would change back to them when you change tyres...

Which ones do you mean? Mine came with 5 spoke wheels from the factory.

I only really bought the CU2 wheels because they were a bargain - got them from a Honda dealer who couldn't sell them to any customers.

[I CU2]

How much were they seanneko?

tbh, i don't really like them but I don't like alot of aftermarket looking wheels. I'd rather have them look stock lol

[seanneko]

$400 for the full set (brand new). They're not aftermarket wheels, they're genuine original Honda CU2 wheels - just a factory option which most people don't select.

[I CU2]

$400 for the full set (brand new). They're not aftermarket wheels, they're genuine original Honda CU2 wheels - just a factory option which most people don't select.

$400 is cheap! I know they're genuine but they still look a bit aftermarkety. I've never seen a full Modulo car with the kit rims on.

I like the optional TSX rims (except the fact that they're chrome) and the option UK Accord rims though.

[antony]

I like the origional alloys best,they are a stunning design,and always look great.

[natnat]

I like the origional alloys best,they are a stunning design,and always look great.

+1. the 9 spokes 17" wheels from facelifted +2006 Luxury model do look very well matched to the slim CL9 body. they don't look outdated to me, even until now.

[MR_LATE]

FCUK u guys are making me rethink about buying rims =.=

[Fredoops]

If you are forking out major cash on on rims, get the lightweigt rims, at least it don't hinder performance.

[HunterZero]

+1 I have the 17" 9 spokes on my Lux. I always loved the look of those wheels. Plus once you go to 18" or above, the tires start to get expensive. 17"-18" look 'right' for the stock ride height of the car.

If you lower the car on the standard 17", the car starts to look strange. And anything over 18" and you need to lower the car, or the car doesn't look right either.

Lowering a car with anything other than a modest drop around public roads is a pain, you'll constantly be worried about scraping, and the cops will start pulling you over if they think it's too low.

I think that once you go over 18" wheel size the super low profile tires can actually make the handling worse, they are pretty much for bling only. BTCC cars and V8 Supercars use 17" rims. You don't see track cars getting around on stretched tires or huge wheels with super low profile tires.

- HZ

[MR_LATE]

goodbye rims goodbye

i might just buy super sticky wheels and and sunroof hahaha

also
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g400/mr_late1/257462_10150284128880127_559655126_9060762_4359851 _o.jpg
im starting to see the starfish alot more

[I CU2]

or is it the camera autofocus light....i am confused.

[MR_LATE]

lol, the red is from a heat thingy, my dad gutter rash the wheel and i had to get it fixed lol

picture was taken with iphone cam

[I CU2]

ooooooooooo. how much it cost to fix?

[MR_LATE]

^ ouch first day

55$ cus im member with SMART group, 1300 WHOOPS. if u not member i think it cost 150-180 $$. they do stone chips too

and since were on the subject of gutter rash
this is what my cuzz did to his
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g400/mr_late1/259761_10150258877875127_559655126_8806033_1835075 _o.jpg
gutter fcuking owned him

[MR_LATE]

tyres is fine but it knocked his front bumper out a lil. ,,, if u get wheel alignment just ask bridgestone to look under it or get honda

[luxury_lowrider]

luxury rims

http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/carsales/car/dealer/100353432.jpg
http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/carsales/car/dealer/100353417.jpg
http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/carsales/car/dealer/100353358.jpg
http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/carsales/car/dealer/100353540.jpg

[Fredoops]

luxury rims

http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/carsales/car/dealer/100353432.jpg


somehow it just doesn't really... work... maybe it needs lowering or something

PS: anyone know the size of stock CU2 Lux rims?

[chunsa]

CU2 Lux rims are 18x8

[luxury_lowrider]

It would look better lowered I reckon but is that yours?

nope just came across it on carsales and reminded me of this thread

[antony]

luxury rims

http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/carsales/car/dealer/100353432.jpg
http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/carsales/car/dealer/100353417.jpg
http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/carsales/car/dealer/100353358.jpg
http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/carsales/car/dealer/100353540.jpg

I think it looks AWESOME,as suits the car to a tee,and makes it look a little bit more like a CU2...more modern.

[HunterZero]

Wow nice. I think it looks awesome too, but you can see what I mean about anything larger than 18" and it will definitely need to be lowered.

17" is the 'sweet spot' wheel size for the CL9 at stock ride height. 18" you can get away with though - just. 16" are the stock size on the standard version and old CL9 lux, and they do look a bit small.

- HZ

[natnat]

luxury rims

http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/carsales/car/dealer/100353432.jpg


i can stick a loaf of bread between the fender and tyres gap.......

stock CU2 luxury is 18x8 offset +55.. and is around 29kg with the Michelin Primacy HP 235 45 18 tyre (made in France and has rather soft sidewall, and no lip protection flange at all!)

stock CL9 luxury is 17x7 offset +55.. and is around 23kg with the Potenza RE040 225 45 17 tyre (made in Japan and has stiffer sidewall, and has a bit of lip protection flange) (i weighted it when i had it)

[Fredoops]

i can stick a loaf of bread between the fender and tyres gap.......

stock CU2 luxury is 18x8 offset +55.. and is around 29kg with the Michelin Primacy HP 235 45 18 tyre (made in France and has rather soft sidewall, and no lip protection flange at all!)

stock CL9 luxury is 17x7 offset +55.. and is around 23kg with the Potenza RE040 225 45 17 tyre (made in Japan and has stiffer sidewall, and has a bit of lip protection flange) (i weighted it when i had it)

considering 1kg of rotating mass = 10kg of unsprung mass....

thats an extra 60kg's on the car from the heavier rims...

[natnat]

considering 1kg of rotating mass = 10kg of unsprung mass....

thats an extra 60kg's on the car from the heavier rims...

that would be like having a size 8 girl in your passenger seat :p

[Fredoops]

that would be like having a size 8 girl in your passenger seat :p

forget about those skyline GT-T rims I wanted then..... They arent lightweight or forged IIRC....
Might have to get some cheap forged wheels from China lol

[jono_l]

On the plus side, the stock FN2R rims are said to weigh between 11.2 - 12.4kg depending on who you ask.

A 225/40R18 RE040 weighs 23lb according to tirerack.com, or 10.4kg.

This means that using the same tyres, running FN2R rims on 225/40R18 rubber would give you a wheel weight of approx 21.6 - 22.8kg depending on the accuracy of the measurements. Whilst it may not be a lot lighter than stock, this setup shouldn't be any worse either!

All a pipe dream for me though. With the goat tracks... I mean roads we have in Sydney, I'm better off sticking to the stock 17's

[Fredoops]

On the plus side, the stock FN2R rims are said to weigh between 11.2 - 12.4kg depending on who you ask.

A 225/40R18 RE040 weighs 23lb according to tirerack.com, or 10.4kg.

This means that using the same tyres, running FN2R rims on 225/40R18 rubber would give you a wheel weight of approx 21.6 - 22.8kg depending on the accuracy of the measurements. Whilst it may not be a lot lighter than stock, this setup shouldn't be any worse either!

All a pipe dream for me though. With the goat tracks... I mean roads we have in Sydney, I'm better off sticking to the stock 17's

My benchmark is the 16inch stockies. 9kg per alloy running 205/55/r16 (10kg) each. So 19kg per corner.

[jono_l]

My benchmark is the 16inch stockies. 9kg per alloy running 205/55/r16 (10kg) each. So 19kg per corner.

Never knew the 16's were so light! On the other hand, for 17's, the DC5R wheels (which look a lot like the CL7R/Accord Euro Sport and/or 05 Lux wheels) are only meant to weigh 9kg each, around the same as the 16" stockies

Looks like my benchmark just shifted!

[natnat]

a 18x7.5 Enkei RPF1 is slightly under 8kg each.

plus 225 40 18 tyre = 18kg.

:)

that's why u see RPF1 a lot on track.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6037/5899946818_880d3cc42d_b.jpg

[praja6]

CU2 Lux rims are 18x8

That means the standard CU2 is 17 x 7? I noticed the 17inch wheel looks small for the cu2 and 18inch looks nice(in lux cu2). i think the wheelbase for the cu2 is made for 18inch wheels.. not sure what others think about it.

[Fredoops]

Never knew the 16's were so light! On the other hand, for 17's, the DC5R wheels (which look a lot like the CL7R/Accord Euro Sport and/or 05 Lux wheels) are only meant to weigh 9kg each, around the same as the 16" stockies

Looks like my benchmark just shifted!

It's 16x6, it's better be bloody light weight considering how small they are

[chunsa]

That means the standard CU2 is 17 x 7? I noticed the 17inch wheel looks small for the cu2 and 18inch looks nice(in lux cu2). i think the wheelbase for the cu2 is made for 18inch wheels.. not sure what others think about it.

For the CU2 standard model we have 17x7.5 wheels a half inch wider than CL9 17" wheels. Yes 17" wheels look quite small on our cars :( Those RPF1 look the goods! I think the Realtime Racing TSX in the states are using those too for the car and it's 17" but looks quite nice!

[MR_LATE]

CU2 standaard wheels to accord lux V6 7 spoke wheels
http://desmond.imageshack.us/Himg94/scaled.php?server=94&filename=20110825004b.jpg&res=medium

can u take pic with the whole car...pleez

[I CU2]

I liked your CU2 standard ones better...

[antony]

I actually far prefer the origional CL9 lux alloys...put them back on...PLEEEEEEEEZZZZZZZZ.

[I CU2]

I actually far prefer the origional CL9 lux alloys...put them back on...PLEEEEEEEEZZZZZZZZ.

+1, The updated CL9 Luxury rims look the best on the CL9.

[Fredoops]

the CL9 looks most sporty with skinny light weight rims (like Enkei/Sparco) or chunky lightweight 5 spokes (like Rays).

[antony]

[QUOTE=glazewolf;3073424]No can do it's already gone to a pre facelift euro and I only had 4 of them anyway so I would be compromised whenever I had a popped tyre.

What a pity...

[MR_LATE]

there is def something not right about these wheels on this car,, if u can, sell em and get something that improves on the cl9 fine lines,.

since its on the air, i wonder what the lancer vrx oem rims would look like on hte cl9? (anyonee good with phtotshop?) <can even spell it right :P

[Fredoops]

argh maybe I should just change it back to the cu2 ones. SO anyone want these ones?
Hmmm... Hell no? Lol

[Tai]

argh maybe I should just change it back to the cu2 ones. SO anyone want these ones?

how much mate, I'd be interested.

[I CU2]

there is def something not right about these wheels on this car

I think it's just that the spokes are a bit too wide for my liking. They suit the old man Accord because it's quite large and fat but the CL9 is skinny and the spokes just seem too big.

[Tai]

Theres these Accord euro factory optional wheels for sale

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/4-GENUINE-HONDA-ACCORD-EURO-17-5-SPOKE-ALLOY-WHEELS-/190569675144?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2c5ed67988

[Fredoops]

back by popular demand

http://desmond.imageshack.us/Himg51/scaled.php?server=51&filename=20110827002h.jpg&res=medium

NIIICE!

need lowering

[MR_LATE]

I think it's just that the spokes are a bit too wide for my liking. They suit the old man Accord because it's quite large and fat but the CL9 is skinny and the spokes just seem too big.

i agree, and becuz the cl9 is a skinnier looking car the wheels doesnt seem ..i dont kno..sleak..??