Do MDX owners NOT like aftermarket wheels??
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Hey everyone, just picked up a 2012 MDX and have noticed it's pretty hard to find threads or even google pics of MDX's with nice wheels? Is this just something the MDX crowd is not into doing, or is it that the wheel selections for the MDX suck?
The only pictures I've seen are gross fat chrome rims with rubber band tires, which is definitely not a good look IMO. I have several different sets of wheels for my other cars like HRE's, OZ's, CCW's....and I really want to do a blacked out, or graphite gray set of 19's on the MDX, but I just can't find any good pics to get ideas.
My last resort is to go to the stock dark gray 19" wheels that come on the advanced package MDX's, so do you guys know where I can get a set of those for a good price?
Thanks for any help or advice!
The only pictures I've seen are gross fat chrome rims with rubber band tires, which is definitely not a good look IMO. I have several different sets of wheels for my other cars like HRE's, OZ's, CCW's....and I really want to do a blacked out, or graphite gray set of 19's on the MDX, but I just can't find any good pics to get ideas.
My last resort is to go to the stock dark gray 19" wheels that come on the advanced package MDX's, so do you guys know where I can get a set of those for a good price?
Thanks for any help or advice!
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first, i dont' think too many MDX owners are into modding (hence the minimal activity within the community here).
second-i have not seen ANY wheels remotely worthy of putting on the MDX. the styling is too blingy or nonfunctional (really? you're going to put 20's or 22's on an SUV? you kind of defeated the purpose of the "U" in SUV. sadly i saw 20's on an xterra the other day
ron jon puts out a nice wheel...but...they still don't quite look right on an SUV.
lastly, i have found that the only tasteful wheels (to my liking) i have seen are the OEM 19's on the advance pkg. places to find them....ask our vendors (acktl05 OR tim (peroria acura-i think))....or look in the black market for members selling. have you tried the other MDX forum site? there is a thread with AM wheels. please don't black out the wheels...IMO it cheapens the look of the car. graphite gray or gunmetal
second-i have not seen ANY wheels remotely worthy of putting on the MDX. the styling is too blingy or nonfunctional (really? you're going to put 20's or 22's on an SUV? you kind of defeated the purpose of the "U" in SUV. sadly i saw 20's on an xterra the other day
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lastly, i have found that the only tasteful wheels (to my liking) i have seen are the OEM 19's on the advance pkg. places to find them....ask our vendors (acktl05 OR tim (peroria acura-i think))....or look in the black market for members selling. have you tried the other MDX forum site? there is a thread with AM wheels. please don't black out the wheels...IMO it cheapens the look of the car. graphite gray or gunmetal
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first, i dont' think too many MDX owners are into modding (hence the minimal activity within the community here).
second-i have not seen ANY wheels remotely worthy of putting on the MDX. the styling is too blingy or nonfunctional (really? you're going to put 20's or 22's on an SUV? you kind of defeated the purpose of the "U" in SUV. sadly i saw 20's on an xterra the other day
ron jon puts out a nice wheel...but...they still don't quite look right on an SUV.
lastly, i have found that the only tasteful wheels (to my liking) i have seen are the OEM 19's on the advance pkg. places to find them....ask our vendors (acktl05 OR tim (peroria acura-i think))....or look in the black market for members selling. have you tried the other MDX forum site? there is a thread with AM wheels. please don't black out the wheels...IMO it cheapens the look of the car. graphite gray or gunmetal![Thumbs Up](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
second-i have not seen ANY wheels remotely worthy of putting on the MDX. the styling is too blingy or nonfunctional (really? you're going to put 20's or 22's on an SUV? you kind of defeated the purpose of the "U" in SUV. sadly i saw 20's on an xterra the other day
![ugh](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/ugh.gif)
lastly, i have found that the only tasteful wheels (to my liking) i have seen are the OEM 19's on the advance pkg. places to find them....ask our vendors (acktl05 OR tim (peroria acura-i think))....or look in the black market for members selling. have you tried the other MDX forum site? there is a thread with AM wheels. please don't black out the wheels...IMO it cheapens the look of the car. graphite gray or gunmetal
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I also agree with graphite or dark gray comment, but I wouldn't be opposed to a satin black wheel "IF", and only if the wheel looked good or matched the MDX styling properly.
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refurbished? i'd be a little weary. it probably means they were rashed and then refinished but that is no guarantee that the wheels aren't bent.
try our vendors. for you...since you're in HI...ask tim. he lives in NY i believe but he's in charge of the internet parts sales at an AZ dealer.
try our vendors. for you...since you're in HI...ask tim. he lives in NY i believe but he's in charge of the internet parts sales at an AZ dealer.
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Sweet, thanks for the link! A lot of bad looking wheels in that thread, but also several promising ones. I guess it's good to see what styles work/ or in the MDX's case, don't work. I think it's a hard balance to find a wheel that is sporty, but not too boy racer ish, and luxury, but not too blingy. ![Thumbs Up](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
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Faces387 (06-19-2014)
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I don't know if I posted there, but I picked up the Idea for SS/Z28 wheels of the newer models. You NEED to use hubcentric rings (64mm ID/ 66mm OD) and Acura TPMS sensors to work with your system correctly with no re-cal. But I think it was a heck of an idea by another member so i went with it. The lines of the wheels follow the lines on the X quite well IMO. Normally I'm not a chrome person either, but I went with chrome this time since my X is bright ("Billet") Silver with all the chrome accents Acura throughs on, and I thought it would "flow" beter for the application.
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Faces387 (06-19-2014)
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Thanks brother, I'll check it out. I'm assuming they run the same offset and spacing right?? (Since I've seen the stock ZDX wheels on the MDX before?)
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I have and MDX and the 19" rims that came with it are perfect for the profile in my opinion. The other set I would consider are the factory 19" they offer, i think they are called sparkle or something like that. Here is a link to them from a place i buy at sometimes. They are not cheap but I have seen them on a black MDX and it looked really awesome. They remind me of the a-spec I was gonna get for my TL.
http://acura.bernardiparts.com/Acura...9-STX-XXX.aspx
http://acura.bernardiparts.com/Acura...9-STX-XXX.aspx
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my neighbor has a first gen mdx black with some black rims looks semi decent IMO not the greatest looking but one of the very few mdxs ive seen with any sorta aftermarket rims
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Just be thankful you 2genners get 18" by default. How the 1gen "Touring" wheel remained a 17" doughnut from 2001-2006 baffles me. I couldn't wait to upgrade to 19".
OP, I agree with many here - there are a LOT of options for your MDX, you just need to weed out what you like. I personally think the ZDX 19's or 20's are the prime choices: TPMS work, no hub-rings required, and you usually can get them cheaper (eBay/CL) than aftermarkets (except the ZDX 20s can get up there in price).
Here are a few Xers sporting ZDX wheels:
19s
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![](https://acurazine.com/forums/members/rnw77-288715-albums-2010-mdx-tech-w-zdx-wheels-5932-picture-dsc01042-32059.jpg)
20s
![](http://www.mdxers.org/forums/attachments/2007-newer-mdx/43521d1324951984-my-2010-tech-ente-zdx-20-wheels-009.jpg)
OP, I agree with many here - there are a LOT of options for your MDX, you just need to weed out what you like. I personally think the ZDX 19's or 20's are the prime choices: TPMS work, no hub-rings required, and you usually can get them cheaper (eBay/CL) than aftermarkets (except the ZDX 20s can get up there in price).
Here are a few Xers sporting ZDX wheels:
19s
![](https://i56.tinypic.com/73nzad.jpg)
![](https://acurazine.com/forums/members/rnw77-288715-albums-2010-mdx-tech-w-zdx-wheels-5932-picture-dsc01042-32059.jpg)
20s
![](http://www.mdxers.org/forums/attachments/2007-newer-mdx/43521d1324951984-my-2010-tech-ente-zdx-20-wheels-009.jpg)
![](http://www.blog.sayyesphotography.com/TEMP/Shoes_3.jpg)
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Just be thankful you 2genners get 18" by default. How the 1gen "Touring" wheel remained a 17" doughnut from 2001-2006 baffles me. I couldn't wait to upgrade to 19".
OP, I agree with many here - there are a LOT of options for your MDX, you just need to weed out what you like. I personally think the ZDX 19's or 20's are the prime choices: TPMS work, no hub-rings required, and you usually can get them cheaper (eBay/CL) than aftermarkets (except the ZDX 20s can get up there in price).
Here are a few Xers sporting ZDX wheels:
19s
![](https://i56.tinypic.com/73nzad.jpg)
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20s
![](http://www.mdxers.org/forums/attachments/2007-newer-mdx/43521d1324951984-my-2010-tech-ente-zdx-20-wheels-009.jpg)
![](http://www.blog.sayyesphotography.com/TEMP/Shoes_3.jpg)
OP, I agree with many here - there are a LOT of options for your MDX, you just need to weed out what you like. I personally think the ZDX 19's or 20's are the prime choices: TPMS work, no hub-rings required, and you usually can get them cheaper (eBay/CL) than aftermarkets (except the ZDX 20s can get up there in price).
Here are a few Xers sporting ZDX wheels:
19s
![](https://i56.tinypic.com/73nzad.jpg)
![](https://acurazine.com/forums/members/rnw77-288715-albums-2010-mdx-tech-w-zdx-wheels-5932-picture-dsc01042-32059.jpg)
20s
![](http://www.mdxers.org/forums/attachments/2007-newer-mdx/43521d1324951984-my-2010-tech-ente-zdx-20-wheels-009.jpg)
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ChadSpeed (07-27-2013)
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Here is a thread I just put up on here with my wheels. I have noticed that on this forum and the other MDX forum, there are not many people into modding cars. Seems to be an older demographic..
https://acurazine.com/forums/1-2g-mdx-2001-2013-166/new-shoes-shades-2007-sport-868807/
Oh BTW TS, you seem like a cool dude. we have a lot in common.....MDX, Corvette, and I'm a big MMA fan too
https://acurazine.com/forums/1-2g-mdx-2001-2013-166/new-shoes-shades-2007-sport-868807/
Oh BTW TS, you seem like a cool dude. we have a lot in common.....MDX, Corvette, and I'm a big MMA fan too
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Here is a thread I just put up on here with my wheels. I have noticed that on this forum and the other MDX forum, there are not many people into modding cars. Seems to be an older demographic..
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=868807
Oh BTW TS, you seem like a cool dude. we have a lot in common.....MDX, Corvette, and I'm a big MMA fan too
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=868807
Oh BTW TS, you seem like a cool dude. we have a lot in common.....MDX, Corvette, and I'm a big MMA fan too
I actually found a lot more wheel threads and people modding their cars on the other MDX forum, so I think you're right about the demographic on this particular forum.
On a side note, that's pretty sweet that you got a Vette too...and also into MMA.
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Check out these wheel options I'm currently looking at and let me know what you think:
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Why do you want to do spacers? You are taking a wheel that is hub centric and moving it away from that, unless you do a hub centric spacer. Also when you add spacers you are getting less and less thread engagement with the lugs and studs whiche = wheel possibly falling off. If you are trying to get the wheel pushed out from the vehicle for a wider stance, then get a different offset. Also TSW builds wheels, like the Beyern brand that would also look good on an X. We put some Beyern wheels on a 2011 Oddy and it looked pretty smokin.
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^^ correct about adding spacers, and risking the chance of the wheel falling off. the rule of the thumb is anything over 5mm you need extended studs, or spacers with built-in studs.
the guys at motorsport tech (http://www.motorsport-tech.com) makes cutomer adapters/spacers. the thinnest they go is 19mm, and they are bore-centric. you just have to specify that you need m15 studs.
i am rolling the so-called 'a-spec' 19's for the winter, and i am using a set myself to clear the bbk. in the summer, i am rolling 20's with a mid-20's offset.
the guys at motorsport tech (http://www.motorsport-tech.com) makes cutomer adapters/spacers. the thinnest they go is 19mm, and they are bore-centric. you just have to specify that you need m15 studs.
i am rolling the so-called 'a-spec' 19's for the winter, and i am using a set myself to clear the bbk. in the summer, i am rolling 20's with a mid-20's offset.
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I don't know if I posted there, but I picked up the Idea for SS/Z28 wheels of the newer models. You NEED to use hubcentric rings (64mm ID/ 66mm OD) and Acura TPMS sensors to work with your system correctly with no re-cal. But I think it was a heck of an idea by another member so i went with it. The lines of the wheels follow the lines on the X quite well IMO. Normally I'm not a chrome person either, but I went with chrome this time since my X is bright ("Billet") Silver with all the chrome accents Acura throughs on, and I thought it would "flow" beter for the application.
New to the site. I like the look of the wheels. I'm looking at putting a set on my 2010 MDX. The set I'm looking at is off a 2013 Camaro SS. They are staggered 20 inch wheels. The overall tire diameter is pretty close. So question, did you run a staggered set or did you use the same size wheel all around? Thanks...
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I have also been having issues finding the right looking wheel for my 13', crystal black X. I traded in a albaster silver 08' TL Type S. I loved the wheels on it, but not so much the 18"s on my tech equipped X. I have found some decent 19"s on tirerack, by Breyton. They are similar design to the Type S wheels but all black, with a white strip on the inside behind the spokes that sets them apart. Idk about black on black though, just not sure and hard to find more pics!
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I have a 2014 model MDX. It is a very tricky situation when putting aftermarket wheels on an MDX vehicle. Many look awful and stupid (to be blunt) The way the vehicle is shaped and picking the right wheels (that won't ruin the quality of ride) is hard.
I know on the 2014 models, the top spec is 20 inches. On the 2013 - older models the max spec is 19 inches. Hence, the 2014 models are bigger and sit lower to the ground. DO NOT STAGGER YOUR WHEELS Doing this will make your car seems like its rear wheel drive only and has no use on a All wheel drive vehicle. DO NOT LOWER THE MDX EITHER This will ruin your suspension in no time. Aftermarket wheels will (bigger ones) will wear your breaks out faster and you will loose some MPG. (just common mathematics, more rotation & weight = less mpg)
Do your research when buying wheels for an MDX, what looks good online or in person doesn't mean they will look good on your car. 90% of the aftermarket wheels I have seen on MDX's look horrible and just plain dumb
I know on the 2014 models, the top spec is 20 inches. On the 2013 - older models the max spec is 19 inches. Hence, the 2014 models are bigger and sit lower to the ground. DO NOT STAGGER YOUR WHEELS Doing this will make your car seems like its rear wheel drive only and has no use on a All wheel drive vehicle. DO NOT LOWER THE MDX EITHER This will ruin your suspension in no time. Aftermarket wheels will (bigger ones) will wear your breaks out faster and you will loose some MPG. (just common mathematics, more rotation & weight = less mpg)
Do your research when buying wheels for an MDX, what looks good online or in person doesn't mean they will look good on your car. 90% of the aftermarket wheels I have seen on MDX's look horrible and just plain dumb
#34
StayAtHomeDad
I have a 2014 model MDX. It is a very tricky situation when putting aftermarket wheels on an MDX vehicle. Many look awful and stupid (to be blunt) The way the vehicle is shaped and picking the right wheels (that won't ruin the quality of ride) is hard.
I know on the 2014 models, the top spec is 20 inches. On the 2013 - older models the max spec is 19 inches. Hence, the 2014 models are bigger and sit lower to the ground. DO NOT STAGGER YOUR WHEELS Doing this will make your car seems like its rear wheel drive only and has no use on a All wheel drive vehicle. DO NOT LOWER THE MDX EITHER This will ruin your suspension in no time. Aftermarket wheels will (bigger ones) will wear your breaks out faster and you will loose some MPG. (just common mathematics, more rotation & weight = less mpg)
Do your research when buying wheels for an MDX, what looks good online or in person doesn't mean they will look good on your car. 90% of the aftermarket wheels I have seen on MDX's look horrible and just plain dumb
I know on the 2014 models, the top spec is 20 inches. On the 2013 - older models the max spec is 19 inches. Hence, the 2014 models are bigger and sit lower to the ground. DO NOT STAGGER YOUR WHEELS Doing this will make your car seems like its rear wheel drive only and has no use on a All wheel drive vehicle. DO NOT LOWER THE MDX EITHER This will ruin your suspension in no time. Aftermarket wheels will (bigger ones) will wear your breaks out faster and you will loose some MPG. (just common mathematics, more rotation & weight = less mpg)
Do your research when buying wheels for an MDX, what looks good online or in person doesn't mean they will look good on your car. 90% of the aftermarket wheels I have seen on MDX's look horrible and just plain dumb
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mrgold35
The MDX is very hard to "fancy up". BMW, MB, Audi, and Porsche all have their conservative models and sporty M series/AMG/S-line/Turbo-S models that look even better with the right rims/tire combo. The +2010 are a little easier to dress up because of the redesigned front/rear bumpers; but, still a very fine line between up a notch
to completely over the edge.![ugh](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/ugh.gif)
There is not much you can do to dress-up the MDX outside of limited OEM or similar accessories, LED upgrades, and aftermarket rims?
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There is not much you can do to dress-up the MDX outside of limited OEM or similar accessories, LED upgrades, and aftermarket rims?
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Preach2k (03-10-2015)
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Here is a good wheel for a stock look in black. Very similar to my stock 2010 MDX wheels.
http://rimsntires.com/wheel.jsp?item...X&carYear=2013
http://rimsntires.com/wheel.jsp?item...X&carYear=2013
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mrgold35
I just noticed the tire selection and rim styles were very limited at the 22 in range compared to 18-20 inch range. The only other concern would be ride quality and/or rim damage from potholes/rough roads. I haven't had any problems with 20 inch size with my X.