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Old 07-29-2005, 12:59 PM
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OEM Chrome Wheel Exchange

Okay I know I may be a bit in the minority here, but I actually am quite fond of the OEM rims that came on my new NBP/AT TSX. However, I much prefer the look of high polish or chrome. I was thinking about plating the rims, but then I came across this auction on ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...MakeTrack=true
Anyone ever done anything like this or know anyone who has? I would end up spending about $630 in total with shipping both ways. I don't want to do much in the way of mods to my car as I'm in sales and drive it around 500k to 800k a week. I'm going to lower it a tad and get the OEM Body kit and that's about it other than the window tint and speaker replacement/amp addition I've already done in the first 10 days.
Feedback looks good on this shop so that makes me feel better if I decide to go ahead and do it. Feedback appreciated. Thanks
Old 07-29-2005, 01:12 PM
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Those look maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaad flashy. :bling:

Good luck.
Old 07-29-2005, 01:46 PM
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Maybe we can get someone here to do a little photoshop so we can see how it might turn out. or
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IMO, too much bling for your age
Old 07-29-2005, 02:55 PM
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Originally Posted by matelot
IMO, too much bling for your age
I'm only 35! But my wife and kids say I often act like I'm 18...LOL

I know I have thought about that too, but if I don't get the OEM body kit and just lower the car slightly I don't think it will be over the top blingy. I do have to be careful about the perception from my customer base though. Thanks
Old 07-29-2005, 03:54 PM
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Chrome is good on SUV's. Not on anything Japanese tho. IMHO!
Old 07-29-2005, 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Powered by Honda
Chrome is good on SUV's. Not on anything Japanese tho. IMHO!


I couldn't agree more. I have to say I love the look of a Navigator with like 23" chrome spinners... but then again a little white boy wouldn't look too pimp in that car so I'll stick to my ricemobile
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I called them and talked them down to $400 including the end caps. I've seen them on a blue tsx and I think they look good.
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I think if you are going to spend money on aftermarket rims, you'd might as well go with something that's a unique design and lighter. OEM wheels are rather heavy. With the chrome on there they will only make it heavier plus you aren't really changing the design... it's technically the same wheels.
They dont look too shabby though. Although IMO i wouldn't spend the money on them.
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i did chrome exchange with my 04 TL wheels on my 05 TSX

i've had numerous pairs of volks, and racing harts on other cars
but the tsx majoirty of the exterior trim is chrome so thats why i decided for this car

here is a pic



Tein coilovers come on monday and will be installed next sat
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