New Wheel Pics
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New Wheel Pics
The car is filthy but who cares. 
Well I got them finally. I love that the valve stems are matching silver so until they get stolen I will love that. The wheel installer, while pointing to my stock rims says, "now you have four almost new boat anchors." He exaggerated some because at just over 20lbs the BBS aren't much lighter than the stock Enkei's, which are about 25lbs. Funny thing is I like the BBS classic look but I also would like to be able to bring my car to a carwash for the first time. So I ask the dealer, how do I care for these rims? He says, "Number 1, don't go to a carwash". HAH! I ask, is it the offset (+45)? He says no. He says if you've been driving a while and then go to a carwash and they spray cold water on your brakes and rotors, thats bad. This can be bad for your brakes, especially the rotors. Warping and such? Also some of the detergents if in extreme water temps can etch the wheels finish. So I guess its still wash by hand for me.
He continued that I should return after 100 miles for retorqueing the lugs and thats it.
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New wheels here ----> http://albums.photopoint.com/j/Album...369&a=12938070
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"01" CL Type-S
White\Black
Comptech Springs
Comptech Sways
17x7.5 BBS RX Rims
Navigation System
Burlwood Shifter
Guards+Fenderwell Trim
PIAA16969
Smokers Package
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Well I got them finally. I love that the valve stems are matching silver so until they get stolen I will love that. The wheel installer, while pointing to my stock rims says, "now you have four almost new boat anchors." He exaggerated some because at just over 20lbs the BBS aren't much lighter than the stock Enkei's, which are about 25lbs. Funny thing is I like the BBS classic look but I also would like to be able to bring my car to a carwash for the first time. So I ask the dealer, how do I care for these rims? He says, "Number 1, don't go to a carwash". HAH! I ask, is it the offset (+45)? He says no. He says if you've been driving a while and then go to a carwash and they spray cold water on your brakes and rotors, thats bad. This can be bad for your brakes, especially the rotors. Warping and such? Also some of the detergents if in extreme water temps can etch the wheels finish. So I guess its still wash by hand for me.
He continued that I should return after 100 miles for retorqueing the lugs and thats it.
Click twice if you want high rez and have a quick connect.
New wheels here ----> http://albums.photopoint.com/j/Album...369&a=12938070
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"01" CL Type-S
White\Black
Comptech Springs
Comptech Sways
17x7.5 BBS RX Rims
Navigation System
Burlwood Shifter
Guards+Fenderwell Trim
PIAA16969
Smokers Package
My Car
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Two things I'll never understand:
*Why anyone would buy 17" rims for our car (instead of 18s or 19s).
*Why anyone would buy rims that have pieces that can be stolen off them or might pop off if you hit a bump.
They do look nice though. A little small, but nice.
-J
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2001 CL-S Aegean Blue/black interior spoiler, wheel locks, no-navi
Stock for now.
*Why anyone would buy 17" rims for our car (instead of 18s or 19s).
*Why anyone would buy rims that have pieces that can be stolen off them or might pop off if you hit a bump.
They do look nice though. A little small, but nice.
-J
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2001 CL-S Aegean Blue/black interior spoiler, wheel locks, no-navi
Stock for now.
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Burning Brakes
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by JRock:
Two things I'll never understand:
*Why anyone would buy 17" rims for our car (instead of 18s or 19s).
*Why anyone would buy rims that have pieces that can be stolen off them or might pop off if you hit a bump.
They do look nice though. A little small, but nice.
-J
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Two things I'll never understand:
*Why anyone would buy 17" rims for our car (instead of 18s or 19s).
*Why anyone would buy rims that have pieces that can be stolen off them or might pop off if you hit a bump.
They do look nice though. A little small, but nice.
-J
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2) Because 18 and 19 ride rougher than 17 and take a look at your ride, it IS primarily a luxury ride and NOT a sports car.
3) Because 18 and 19 are heavier.
....puff, puff, puff
4)Because 18 and 19 get bent easier.
5) Because 18 and 19 make the body of the car look smaller. The CL isn't long looking enough and with 18 n 19 the body gets fatter looking. Kiddie car is not my preference.
Now as for the stems I had no idea until they installed them. Besides they wont "fall" off because they do screw on more than the regular black caps.
Stoned
I hear ya. I gotta think about selling my stock rollers. You going to the meet? If so I'll let you know then. Sorry dude but I'm not jerking your chain just trying to decide what to do because if I sell or trade in my car the stockers would make it easier.
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"01" CL Type-S
White\Black
Comptech Springs
Comptech Sways
17x7.5 BBS RX Rims
Navigation System
Burlwood Shifter
Guards+Fenderwell Trim
PIAA16969
Smokers Package
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by JRock:
Two things I'll never understand:
*Why anyone would buy 17" rims for our car (instead of 18s or 19s).
*Why anyone would buy rims that have pieces that can be stolen off them or might pop off if you hit a bump.
They do look nice though. A little small, but nice.
-J
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Two things I'll never understand:
*Why anyone would buy 17" rims for our car (instead of 18s or 19s).
*Why anyone would buy rims that have pieces that can be stolen off them or might pop off if you hit a bump.
They do look nice though. A little small, but nice.
-J
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Burning Brakes
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Well, I like them! Looks great. Good to see another white one getting the treatment!
Way to go!
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- Polarg m-6, tint 20% rear, 35% sides, Eibach springs
- 18" Racing Hart C2000 Evo's w/Pirelli P7000's, V1 hardwired
- Polk Momo 12" sub w/Precision Power amp, AudioControl Epicenter
Way to go!
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White/Black 2001 CL-S (3rd sold in Austin)
- navigation, moonroof visor, upgraded cupholder, Acura spoiler
- Polarg m-6, tint 20% rear, 35% sides, Eibach springs
- 18" Racing Hart C2000 Evo's w/Pirelli P7000's, V1 hardwired
- Polk Momo 12" sub w/Precision Power amp, AudioControl Epicenter
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those rims look pretty nice... but i think you should've gotten a 18'' or 19'' size. just my opinion
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It looks tight! I was considering the RX before I got mine. Very classy, I still prefer 18's, but that's just me! Anyways, great look and stay away from those car washes! I'll NEVER go to a "touch-less" (HA!) carwash again! It's hand wash by me or by someone else.
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btw, mcdanjw... your car is the shit... i love it
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Custom CAI
Pirelli P7000 Supersport 235/40/17
Cleared Headlights
Tint all around
Dual 12'' Alpine Type-S Subs
Kenwood KAC-728S Amp
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Black/Ebony
Custom CAI
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by Al Uminum:
The car is filthy but who cares.
He says, "Number 1, don't go to a carwash". HAH! He says if you've been driving a while and then go to a carwash and they spray cold water on your brakes and rotors, thats bad. This can be bad for your brakes, especially the rotors. Warping and such?
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The car is filthy but who cares.
He says, "Number 1, don't go to a carwash". HAH! He says if you've been driving a while and then go to a carwash and they spray cold water on your brakes and rotors, thats bad. This can be bad for your brakes, especially the rotors. Warping and such?
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...what happens when you're driving and it starts to rain???...BTW i would of went 18 as well but still loks good------------------
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">not everyone wants to destroy there ride
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by Chris:
those rims look pretty nice... but i think you should've gotten a 18'' or 19'' size. just my opinion
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those rims look pretty nice... but i think you should've gotten a 18'' or 19'' size. just my opinion
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by lead_sled_dog:
I, too, went with BBS RK wheels and stayed with 17" size. I don't care about going to 18" so it worked for me. Not all of us are into "significant changes" to our cars.
Originally posted by Chris:
those rims look pretty nice... but i think you should've gotten a 18'' or 19'' size. just my opinion
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those rims look pretty nice... but i think you should've gotten a 18'' or 19'' size. just my opinion
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'01 3.2 CL typeS
H&R o.e.'s 1.0/1.0
AEM cold air w/bypass
---PIAA 19224----
satin silver metalic
Llumar platinum plus
tint 20% all around
kill list
ITR.'98gt,GTP,contour SVT
GS-R,87 GT,supra...and more to come
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16" coupe wheels
215/55/16 nitto's
20% smoke titanium
black chrome kit
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by typeR:
...this reminds me of a line from my current favorite movie....robert dinero says..."I got nipples greg!Can you milk me?"...
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...this reminds me of a line from my current favorite movie....robert dinero says..."I got nipples greg!Can you milk me?"
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by Al Uminum:
1) Because 18 and 19 might not fit on a lowered car. No rubbing here please.
2) Because 18 and 19 ride rougher than 17 and take a look at your ride, it IS primarily a luxury ride and NOT a sports car.
3) Because 18 and 19 are heavier.
....puff, puff, puff
4)Because 18 and 19 get bent easier.
5) Because 18 and 19 make the body of the car look smaller. The CL isn't long looking enough and with 18 n 19 the body gets fatter looking. Kiddie car is not my preference.
Now as for the stems I had no idea until they installed them. Besides they wont "fall" off because they do screw on more than the regular black caps.
Stoned
I hear ya. I gotta think about selling my stock rollers. You going to the meet? If so I'll let you know then. Sorry dude but I'm not jerking your chain just trying to decide what to do because if I sell or trade in my car the stockers would make it easier.
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1) Because 18 and 19 might not fit on a lowered car. No rubbing here please.
2) Because 18 and 19 ride rougher than 17 and take a look at your ride, it IS primarily a luxury ride and NOT a sports car.
3) Because 18 and 19 are heavier.
....puff, puff, puff
4)Because 18 and 19 get bent easier.
5) Because 18 and 19 make the body of the car look smaller. The CL isn't long looking enough and with 18 n 19 the body gets fatter looking. Kiddie car is not my preference.
Now as for the stems I had no idea until they installed them. Besides they wont "fall" off because they do screw on more than the regular black caps.
Stoned
I hear ya. I gotta think about selling my stock rollers. You going to the meet? If so I'll let you know then. Sorry dude but I'm not jerking your chain just trying to decide what to do because if I sell or trade in my car the stockers would make it easier.
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Al... Ya wheels look nice! I'm planning the same thing 17x7.5 lighter wheels. What tire and size did you go with?
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2001 Silver 3.2CLS
Muds, Spoiler, Hardwire 8500, Polarg M-6 lamps, K&N filter #33-2178,
Comptech Headers, Sways, mufflers
Planning: SSR 17X7.5 GT1 Wheels, Brembo Brakes.
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2001 Silver 3.2CLS
Muds, Spoiler, Hardwire 8500, Polarg M-6 lamps, K&N filter #33-2178,
Comptech Headers, Sways, mufflers
Planning: SSR 17X7.5 GT1 Wheels, Brembo Brakes.
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From: The Scenic Sovereign Garden State. Joyzee
<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by tel1sps:
Al... Ya wheels look nice! I'm planning the same thing 17x7.5 lighter wheels. What tire and size did you go with?
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Al... Ya wheels look nice! I'm planning the same thing 17x7.5 lighter wheels. What tire and size did you go with?
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Currently I'm riding the stock tires. Don't like that much but I'll have to scape another 7 - 8 hundred to get new rubber.
Maybe increase the size to 225? Anybody think they're will be rubbing issues?
Everybody else
Thanks for your comments.
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"01" CL Type-S
White\Black
Comptech Springs
Comptech Sways
17x7.5 BBS RX Rims
Navigation System
Burlwood Shifter
Guards+Fenderwell Trim
PIAA16969
Smokers Package
My Car
Three Wheelin'
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From: Live NYC , Work Northern NJ
<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by Al Uminum:
tel1sps
Currently I'm riding the stock tires. Don't like that much but I'll have to scape another 7 - 8 hundred to get new rubber.
Maybe increase the size to 225? Anybody think they're will be rubbing issues?
Everybody else
Thanks for your comments.
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tel1sps
Currently I'm riding the stock tires. Don't like that much but I'll have to scape another 7 - 8 hundred to get new rubber.
Maybe increase the size to 225? Anybody think they're will be rubbing issues?
Everybody else
Thanks for your comments.
</font>
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2001 Silver 3.2CLS
Muds, Spoiler, Hardwire 8500, Polarg M-6 lamps, K&N filter #33-2178,
Comptech Headers, Sways, mufflers
Planning: SSR 17X7.5 GT1 Wheels, Brembo Brakes.
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Al:
Sweet as sugar!
I'm loving your ride! Nice choice and now no more obsessing over what to do!
So, now that I know you live close enough to go to Scott/Precision.....you live close enough to get together for a beer.
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Ken
'01 Satin Silver CL-P
Performance: Headers, K&N Drop-In, Comptech Springs/Sways, 17" Borbet T's & Eagle RS-A's.
Other: Flaps, X-Pel Clear Bra, Cannon Mats, & Burlwood Shift Knob.
Worst Stock GTech: 7.15
Current G-Tech (2/11): 6.33
Sweet as sugar!
I'm loving your ride! Nice choice and now no more obsessing over what to do!So, now that I know you live close enough to go to Scott/Precision.....you live close enough to get together for a beer.
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Ken
'01 Satin Silver CL-P
Performance: Headers, K&N Drop-In, Comptech Springs/Sways, 17" Borbet T's & Eagle RS-A's.
Other: Flaps, X-Pel Clear Bra, Cannon Mats, & Burlwood Shift Knob.
Worst Stock GTech: 7.15
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Love the ride and rims, but are those STOCK MICHLEN TIRES!!!!!
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Comptech Headers,Springs,Sways, Eurolite Xenon Crystal high beams.Polarg m6
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Al,
The car looks great!! I hope you enjoy them and remember don't go to the carwash!! By the way, our cars look like brothers! HA!HA!
JSantos
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Acura CL-S 01, Tafetta White/Ebony, Navi, Polished BBS RK wheels with 225/45/17 P7000SS, Custom Dyed Wood Peices, Black Wood/Leather Steering Wheel, Black Wood Vents, Cool New Style Remote, Comptech Springs,Sways, Header, and Exhaust!
One HOT Car!
The car looks great!! I hope you enjoy them and remember don't go to the carwash!! By the way, our cars look like brothers! HA!HA!
JSantos
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Acura CL-S 01, Tafetta White/Ebony, Navi, Polished BBS RK wheels with 225/45/17 P7000SS, Custom Dyed Wood Peices, Black Wood/Leather Steering Wheel, Black Wood Vents, Cool New Style Remote, Comptech Springs,Sways, Header, and Exhaust!
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Looks great, Al.
I've been wanting to go with 17" BBS RX for quite some time now. One of these days I'll have the money.
I think you can go with 235s and won't rub. I know Mike has 235's on his car with the Comptech springs. Of course, his wheels are different. But I'm pretty sure you don't have to worry about 235's rubbing on our car unless you have 18s.
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2001 Acura 3.2CL Type S
Comptech Springs
Comptech Sway Bars
Comptech Headers
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I've been wanting to go with 17" BBS RX for quite some time now. One of these days I'll have the money.
I think you can go with 235s and won't rub. I know Mike has 235's on his car with the Comptech springs. Of course, his wheels are different. But I'm pretty sure you don't have to worry about 235's rubbing on our car unless you have 18s.
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2001 Acura 3.2CL Type S
Comptech Springs
Comptech Sway Bars
Comptech Headers
AEM CAI
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