Replica TL-S wheels....a few months later
#2
Suzuka Master
for $400 I can say it doing greats, hey how long you had it now? like exact months count
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Almost 7 months to the day
I've been toying with the idea of sandblasting them and powder coating them a nice silver.... But the more I look at it, I think they still look awesome. Decisions decisions
I've been toying with the idea of sandblasting them and powder coating them a nice silver.... But the more I look at it, I think they still look awesome. Decisions decisions
Last edited by TL-GIXXER; 12-10-2015 at 03:59 PM.
#5
provide a link for where you bought these please
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Ask and you shall receive
17" 17x8 Type s Style Alloy Wheels Rims for 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Acura TL | eBay
17" 17x8 Type s Style Alloy Wheels Rims for 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Acura TL | eBay
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MyGuti (12-10-2015)
#9
Suzuka Master
dam $349 that is a steal.
#14
Suzuka Master
Btw gixxer how many miles you put on the new wheel?
#15
I honestly think that if these replica wheel companies would make OE wheels in more aggressive sizes they'd sell very well. Any of the TL wheels in 18 x 9 +45 (mildly aggressive, fitting multiple tires, allowing for spacers, etc) would fly off the shelf IMO. I'd buy a set today.
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4drturbo (03-10-2017)
#27
Instructor
I have been thinking about buying a set of these. How is the handling? Have you noticed any difference in handling/sharp turns, etc. with these replicas vs your stockies??? The reason I ask is because I know that the replicas weigh quite a bit more than OEM type s wheels.
#29
I didnt notice any diference at all while driving. They weigh a bit more than the stock ones but idk how much. Im gonna compare weigh as soon as i receive a replacement wheel i just ordered and i have the stocks sitting on my garage. I will post the results later next week.
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You ordered a new wheel for that little damage? That doesn't look too bad at all and could likely be sanded and painted without much problem at all
OTOH, I guess a single rim is cheap
OTOH, I guess a single rim is cheap
#31
I will fix the other wheel but idk how good job will look so for now im just getting one wheel. Total shipping and tax came out $119 and change. Not bad i think. I will keep the other one as a spare.
#32
I've decided to purchase these as well, in a couple weeks or so. Maybe even a bit sooner. Got a few questions for the ppl that have gotten these:
These will fit my 07 base without any problems correct?
-Has anyone tried to match the center caps to the wheels?
-For those who have the original center cap color, could you please post close up pics?
Thanks in advanced!
Just wanted to add that I have been looking for OEM type s wheels for a while now, and most people want 300+ for a set that has curb rash.
And I don't really care to buy OEM ones at this point, especially since living in Canada with our dollar being crap. Thanks to the OP for posting this, you convinced me to buy a set as well!
These will fit my 07 base without any problems correct?
-Has anyone tried to match the center caps to the wheels?
-For those who have the original center cap color, could you please post close up pics?
Thanks in advanced!
Just wanted to add that I have been looking for OEM type s wheels for a while now, and most people want 300+ for a set that has curb rash.
And I don't really care to buy OEM ones at this point, especially since living in Canada with our dollar being crap. Thanks to the OP for posting this, you convinced me to buy a set as well!
#33
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They are OEM sizes, so unless you modified your 07 in some wha, they should fit just fine!
My 04 does NOT have TPMS, but I think your 07 does. Ask about that prior to ordering.
The reason I mention that is due to the stock wheels (to the left) are slightly different than 05's with TPMS. The dimensions are the same, but the wheel, at the valve stem, is different
My 04 does NOT have TPMS, but I think your 07 does. Ask about that prior to ordering.
The reason I mention that is due to the stock wheels (to the left) are slightly different than 05's with TPMS. The dimensions are the same, but the wheel, at the valve stem, is different
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05s didn't have TPMS, but 06 did.
06 wheels have the indent on the valve stem.
I assume since the Type-S wheels are a replica, they would design it to accommodate TPMS also.
OTOH, people with 07/08s put on A-Spec wheels and 04/05 stock wheels with sensors without a problem.
06 wheels have the indent on the valve stem.
I assume since the Type-S wheels are a replica, they would design it to accommodate TPMS also.
OTOH, people with 07/08s put on A-Spec wheels and 04/05 stock wheels with sensors without a problem.
#35
Suzuka Master
I will post a pic tomorrow of my OEM waffle rim with TPMS attached, so you guy can do comparison with the replica wheel.