Are 17" Rims too big for a DC4? + more questions

**m0nty ITR** · 09-01-2008 09:25 PM

Originally Posted by DC4Integra98

^^ main question and...
I've finally saved up some cash to kill the hub caps (members forum pics thread)

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Today I went to "Motorsport Wheels & Tyres" (In Melb) and saw a good set of 17" wheels with Kumho tyres fitted/balanced for $900
See here, a few examples
http://www.mswt.com.au/products_clos...LS&part_no=207
http://www.mswt.com.au/products_clos...LS&part_no=211
http://www.mswt.com.au/search_advanc...ID=85&RimSize=

Just wondering whether these prices for these type of rims are reasonable and whether there are any other places that might sell for cheaper.

Cheers

You get what you pay for. I got TE37s with RE55s for just a touch over $5k. Couldn't imagine what you get for $900 with tyres. It's all about budget though I guess.

**DC4Integra98** · 10-01-2008 08:26 AM

Originally Posted by Lukey

I got some at stock height, Ive taken photos after I basically changed everything on the car.

http://i18.tinypic.com/8c2ev83.jpg
http://i6.tinypic.com/7w7w51f.jpg

Thanks again for uploading your photos.

Are Kumho tyres bad quality aka very cheap?

**englee** · 10-01-2008 08:30 AM

I've got a pair of Hankook K104 and a pair of Falken ZE-329. Pm me if you're interested. They're 205/40/17.

**Lukey** · 10-01-2008 11:24 AM

Originally Posted by DC4Integra98

Thanks again for uploading your photos.

Are Kumho tyres bad quality aka very cheap?

no problem ^^

**DC4Integra98** · 10-01-2008 07:21 PM

Hmm a bit of progress from my decision on whether to get 17" wheels for a DC4
Heres some info:

"i've read that 1 lb of unsprung weight saved is like 6 lbs of sprung (regular) weight saved...so 12 lbs saved would be like taking 72 lbs off the weight of your car...that roughly correlates to like an extra 10 hp or so..."

Here is the rest of the debate
http://www.team-integra.net/forum/di...urnPage=Search

Now I'm not sure. The main reason is that they were selling the 16" for the SAME price as the 17"! So now my brain is really confused

**minix33** · 10-01-2008 07:33 PM

Originally Posted by m0nty ITR

You get what you pay for. I got TE37s with RE55s for just a touch over $5k.

what size? can i steal your rims? =p

it doesnt really matter if the 16" and 17" is the same price, its damn cheap anyways. lol

**proto-fenix** · 10-01-2008 10:06 PM

I'm running 17s on my car and they're fine at stock height and with King Spring Lows. Although the splash guards to scrub a bit under braking/turning. Mine have been worn away.

You could cure this with getting a lower profile tyre. Although it's better to keep the stock rolling diameter.

**m0nty ITR** · 10-01-2008 11:28 PM

Originally Posted by minix33

what size? can i steal your rims? =p

it doesnt really matter if the 16" and 17" is the same price, its damn cheap anyways. lol

17s. The tyres were cheap. $1200 for the set. The wheels were pretty much standard Rays pricing. $38**. I'm upgrading to CE28s 9s front, 8s rear once car is ready for track again.

**DC4Integra98** · 11-01-2008 08:19 PM

A quick update:

Today I ended up purchasing the 17" rims these are the ones that I got for $990 with 205/40/17 80W HP101 Zeetex tyres

Very happy with purchase

although the tyres are looking for a change soon...

Now for my search for an ITR lip!

**DC4Integra98** · 11-01-2008 10:28 PM

Change of mind... I think it really needs a drop! (suspension)

**proto-fenix** · 11-01-2008 11:33 PM

Definitely, a set of King Spring Lows will cure that. About $260 on ebay posted.

**DC4Integra98** · 11-01-2008 11:45 PM

Hrmm... any for possibly cheaper?
I heard eibach springs are quite cheap.
What are the possible problems involved with "cutting" the springs (another cheapo version?)

Dammit I'm out of $$$

I will take a pic for you all tomorrow to show you what it currently looks like without dropping it.

(Expecting replies along the lines of "4x4" :P)