Euro 2004 up-grade wheels

[Ian of lugarno]

Wondering whether anyone can help me. I wish to change the standard 16x6.5 alloy wheels to crome ones.

If I select larger rims, say 17x7, do I need to also change the tyre profile from current 55 to 45?

From those of you who have up-graded wheels, are there any pitfalls I should look out for?

Also, as I wouldn't need a spare set of rims, is there a market for used standard Honda rims which are in good conidition?

Your advise would be much appreciated.

Cheers :confused:

[aaronng]

I'd stick to the same overall diameter so that the speedometer stays accurate.

So from 205/55 R16, you can use:
205/50 R17 (0.78% error)
215/45 R17 (-1.04% error)
225/45 R17 (0.38% error) - You'll need 17x7.5 at least for this width

All the info you can ever want on tyres is here: http://www.chris-longhurst.com/carbibles/tyre_bible.html

[EuroAccord13]

Moving to Suspension And Handling....

[Tobster]

225/45 R17 (0.38% error) - You'll need 17x7.5 at least for this width

The Luxury models now run 225/45 R17 on a 17 x 7, so you shouldn't have a problem.

[quincythequill]

You won't have a problem with any of those. I run 18x7.5 et48 with 235/40/18 tyres. You will however notice a little change in the ride with the lower profile but its not that bad.