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11-06-2010, 12:17 PM
Antv

Quote:

Originally Posted by Philip Lee

i'd go 215/45/17 as its a common size which means more choice and cheaper.

JDM DC5R runs 215/45 from factory.

+1
yeah im running 215/45/17
btw does anyone know where to get a part list number for our cars?
11-06-2010, 12:57 PM
jonske

Quote:

Originally Posted by Philip Lee

i'd go 215/45/17 as its a common size which means more choice and cheaper.

JDM DC5R runs 215/45 from factory.

yeah, main reason for the change is price and availability. bloody 205/45/17 quotes so expensive.

also will the speedo be off?
11-06-2010, 02:12 PM
Philip Lee

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonske

yeah, main reason for the change is price and availability. bloody 205/45/17 quotes so expensive.

also will the speedo be off?

speedo will be more accruate.

but less margin for error.
11-06-2010, 02:18 PM
Twest

See those foggies he has in the Mugen front lip, what are those? Anyone know?
11-06-2010, 02:32 PM
Perry

Quote:

Originally Posted by Twest

See those foggies he has in the Mugen front lip, what are those? Anyone know?

Thought they are OEM ones modified to the mugen lp.
11-06-2010, 05:18 PM
Nepolian

Quote:

Originally Posted by mtonep3

Would the be dc5r coilovers maybe?

You'd know if its DC5 cause they dont fit straight on!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Philip Lee

there are people running DC5 coilovers in EP3 without much trouble. i'd think the problem is bigger than that.

Mr LEE is correct here :)

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Originally Posted by p3p5y

I did it. 205 to 215. Difference isn't too noticeable - I notice there is more flex in the tyre when cornering however the comfort was a lot better (could've also been due to new tyres compared to my old worn ones). Didn't notice too much in terms of slower start off.

Difference would not be noticeable.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Philip Lee

speedo will be more accruate.

but less margin for error.

Correct again!

It should bring it with in 2-4kph under actual speedo reading. Should'nt change anything in terms of margin for error as speeding is bad......mmmmmmmmkay!
11-06-2010, 05:19 PM
JohnO

silly question about tyres can you just slap on 215s onto our oem wheels? since its better than 205 and i want better tyres than what i was given...
11-06-2010, 05:24 PM
wtfhax

^ yes you can
11-06-2010, 05:32 PM
Philip Lee

Yeah 215 will fit 7" rims. as i said Honda fitted 215 tyres on 7" rims for JDM DC5R.
11-06-2010, 05:48 PM
bennjamin

guys....what are the SMALLEST rims you can fit on OEM EP3 brake size/knuckles etc ?
Considering options later on and wondering if slicks will sit on 16s or even 15's on those big brakes
11-06-2010, 06:33 PM
Nepolian

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Originally Posted by bennjamin

guys....what are the SMALLEST rims you can fit on OEM EP3 brake size/knuckles etc ?
Considering options later on and wondering if slicks will sit on 16s or even 15's on those big brakes

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16 is smallest due to brakes. 15 is doable if you use DC2R/DC5 base 282mm brake setup!
11-06-2010, 07:39 PM
bennjamin

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nepolian

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16 is smallest due to brakes. 15 is doable if you use DC2R/DC5 base 282mm brake setup!

base front discs/calipers might be the way - i am thinking deep 15's and low for street driving and easy swap for back to track or keep as is for slicks.
You gave me an idea George :)