what do you guys think i should get ???

18" rims or OEM kit???

if you only can have one...

 

i'd get the rims, you are already lowered, so the kit will just make it look lower with the addition of some aerodynamics.

 

Get the RIMS (actually wheels), NO CONTEST here. The wheels will do wonders for the cars appearance. Thats why im not even bothering getting the body kit. Ive seen it on some cars with and without wheels. The cars with just the wheels look a little better in my opinion.

Go for the wheels

 

i'd go with the rims as well. i also think that with a lowered car the body kit just makes it look even lower.

much more dramatic statement with rims than the body kit.

 

I'd go with rims too. Totally changes your car. It will look great w/your springs.

 

the kits is like $1000, so what kind of rims are we talking about? not many 18" rim and tire packages are that cheap. personally, i would like to lower the car at the same time.

 

I'll disagree with the consensus here. I think you should go kit. First, it will be cheaper. Secondly, it disgtinguishes you from the rest of the cars, as only TLS are able to get this kit (anyone can get 18s on their car) and even fewer TLS owners actually do (purchase this kit).

The kit will make the car stand out more in my opinion. It changes the whole appearance of the car, making it alot more sportier in appearance.

 

hey my2sense,

i was thinking the samething too. but im still debating!! sigh,,,

dont think i can afford to do both...this is probally be my last mod

hey stanman,,
i was thinking about a set 225.40.18 5 zigen copse....1 piece set cost around $1500 w/tires here in the bay area...

 

thx for everyones input!!

 

I would say Rims, kits are uaually rice. But before you would go out and buy rims i would lower the car. Actually i wouldn't put rims on the car....i would just lower it.

 

I would go with the kit too. Since we all have stock 17" (not too shabby). You've already drop the car, the kit would look good with the drop & stock rims. Just my .02

 

if you want to be pratical, you should get the kit because you are not replacing anything on the car...you are adding to it. therefore, you are not *wasting* money. getting rims means having an extra set, practically brand new, laying around or having to sell the stocks for less than they are worth. it's cheaper of the two as well!

 

Since I havn't seen a complete kit except the OEM kit for the 02 TL, I would get the rims first.

 

Why not just get a good set of inexpensive 17" rims (there were so many sites listed here a few days ago... do a search) and get the kit? And then take some damn pictures and show us your good work!

 

thanks for the input guys...

im thinking kit now considering the cost issue and maintence issue with 18" tires.

hopefully with HR OE i wont have any scraping issues in nor cal.

i just think out cars look to skinny!!!

 

paul, don't worry. i have comptech springs and am installing the kits this weekend. i live in san jose and i don't think there will be any problems at all.

 

I'd say get the kit. The stock rims are not that bad. The OEM kit looks pretty sharp. Not overly done.

 

I have a kit with no wheels and the car looks good. You are dropped, so getting a kit will make the car look sick as hell. If you have a type S you can get away with the kit dropped and looking good. Rims are expensive but make a big difference, Kit is less expensive especially from tim and makes a big difference as well. Rims add to the bling of the car, while a kit adds to the beauty of the lines on the car. I would go for the kit, especially if you own a type s.

 

I would get the kit, u got cool looking 17 inch wheels already, and the kit ain't bad looking. Your car is already dropped, so it would look sweet with the kit.

Any pics of your ride now with the new springs??

 

Paul man, we are gonna be twins!!!! Im gonna get the kit too, im gonna order it next week from Tim.

 

crzy acura,

great minds think alike!!!,,,,LoL

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by my2sense
[B]I'll disagree with the consensus here. I think you should go kit. First, it will be cheaper. Secondly, it disgtinguishes you from the rest of the cars, as only TLS are able to get this kit (anyone can get 18s on their car) and even fewer TLS owners actually do (purchase this kit).

Are you sure ONLY TL-S can get OEM kits?!? So your saying a 2002 TL-P can't get a OEM body kit? Is this true?

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by 2k2 TLS

Quote:

Originally posted by my2sense
Are you sure ONLY TL-S can get OEM kits?!? So your saying a 2002 TL-P can't get a OEM body kit? Is this true?

2002 TL-p and TL-S share the same OEM bodykit.

 

hey crzy acura, add me to the list!!!!! i am installing my kits this weekend!!!!!

 

PLEASE POST PICS!!!!

 

of course man, i have almost the exact same mod as you (except the system)

i will be installing the kits (providing i don't screw it up), wash it, wax it, and post pics here

 

oh man i cant wait...

Did you do any engine mods? I have...
Comptech Springs
Comptech sway bars
Comptech Exhaust
Neuspeed upper strut bar
Stainless steel brake lines
AEM Cold Air Intake
AEM Power Pulleys
Its been a busy year...

 

Dont think about the cost issue so much since after buying the rims, you can make up for it by selling the stock ones and the overall price will be the same as just getting the kit in the first place. It's true that you will feel a difference with the new rims, but for 1500 with tires? I doubt that those rims will be lighter to make up for the performance loss you'll be getting with larger wheels, so that's another issue to look at. For you southbay folks, I guess you can get away with the kit and springs...but dont go to any driveways with me, you'll regret it.

Oh, another factor to look at. People can appreciate the kit both when you are moving or standing still, but the rims can only be seen while parked and can barely be noticed on the freeway other than by enthusiasts.

 

thats your input edgalang,

prob gonna get the kit first,,,,,chill on the rims till later,,,

besides i like my ride smooth,,,its already be pretty rough!!!

and regarding the rims,,im not into performance,,all cosmetics for me.

not a speed demon!!! as long as i can get to 80 with no effort, its all good!!!