My New Wheels: MRR GT1
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My New Wheels: MRR GT1
Here are my new wheels that replaced the XXR 527s. They're MRR GT1 18x9.5 +45 Offset with Hankook V4 235/40/18 front and rear.
I loved the XXR 527s, but have to say I like these a little more. Definitely need to buy some coilovers to lower the rear. Let me know what you all think. Thanks for looking.
I loved the XXR 527s, but have to say I like these a little more. Definitely need to buy some coilovers to lower the rear. Let me know what you all think. Thanks for looking.
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I think they look great, nice and clean!
I'm assuming you're on springs!?!? If so, if all you're looking for is a LITTLE more low in the rear, consider just cutting off one of the dead coils. My fiance's 08 Accord's H&R springs, left the rear way up in the air, cut off 1 dead coil and it sits perfectly even now...didn't affect ride at all since that coil doesn't provide any recoil.
NIcely done!
I'm assuming you're on springs!?!? If so, if all you're looking for is a LITTLE more low in the rear, consider just cutting off one of the dead coils. My fiance's 08 Accord's H&R springs, left the rear way up in the air, cut off 1 dead coil and it sits perfectly even now...didn't affect ride at all since that coil doesn't provide any recoil.
NIcely done!
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I think they look great, nice and clean!
I'm assuming you're on springs!?!? If so, if all you're looking for is a LITTLE more low in the rear, consider just cutting off one of the dead coils. My fiance's 08 Accord's H&R springs, left the rear way up in the air, cut off 1 dead coil and it sits perfectly even now...didn't affect ride at all since that coil doesn't provide any recoil.
NIcely done!
I'm assuming you're on springs!?!? If so, if all you're looking for is a LITTLE more low in the rear, consider just cutting off one of the dead coils. My fiance's 08 Accord's H&R springs, left the rear way up in the air, cut off 1 dead coil and it sits perfectly even now...didn't affect ride at all since that coil doesn't provide any recoil.
NIcely done!
Thanks. Certainly on the top of my mod list now. Plus, I may put a 15mm spacer in the rear, but not sure how that affects the geometry of the rear suspension. I need to do more research.
Thank you sir. And big props to you for helping to point me in the right direction.
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Congrats
Everything will look better once you go a little lower
Everything will look better once you go a little lower
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^^^ This.
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Thank you all for your comments. I am definitely researching coilovers and think I know what I'm going to get. I'll post some pics once I get them installed.
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Those wheels look good on a white car. And definitely consider the Koni's if you can find a good deal on them. You can always play with the perches. Coilovers are nice, but I don't know they compare to Koni's when it comes to ride and handling. Get the Koni's dialed in with a Progress RSB and you'll be surprised at what the TL can do.
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Those wheels look good on a white car. And definitely consider the Koni's if you can find a good deal on them. You can always play with the perches. Coilovers are nice, but I don't know they compare to Koni's when it comes to ride and handling. Get the Koni's dialed in with a Progress RSB and you'll be surprised at what the TL can do.
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I'm either going with the Tein Advance, BC Coilovers, or Megans. The only thing I don't like with the Tein Advance is that the height is adjusted by moving the lower spring seat, which affects shock travel. However, I did read somewhere that this model has a shorter shock to compensate. In my opinion the only difference between the BC and Megans is price, I know others will argue about quality, but the Megans for the TL are not that bad of a product. I don't intend to track my car anymore, so Tein Advance or Megans?
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Went with Megan Racing coilovers Street Series. Now it's just a waiting game.
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Okay, finally got the Megan Coilovers installed. The dampening is close to where I want it, but may need some minor adjustments. Sorry about the quality of the pictures, all I have right now is my iPhone. Thanks for looking.
Before Install
After Install
Before Install
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Looks great! Congrats on the coils
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Rolling fenders isn't a big deal, it's more time consuming than anything else. Just take your time.
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Oops, I meant to say 245/40/18. It will still have a slight stretch, which will help me clear my fenders with a fender roll. Also, I hope it will help a little to absorb some of the energy when I run into bad road conditions.
Yes, I have JNC modded headlights installed. There are some pictures of the headlights posted in my misc album.
Yes, I have JNC modded headlights installed. There are some pictures of the headlights posted in my misc album.
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I'll get a better feel for what I want to do with tire size once I install the spacers. Thanks for your input.
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