Splurged and put down a deposit on Mugen rims

SykVSyx · Apr 4, 2013

In for the new look you're going for. Hope all goes well with that.

lashlee · Apr 8, 2013

I think a 225/40 is the perfect size, and what I used on my 18's. Don't be swayed by those who want a different look than what your are after.

Steadycrusin401 · Apr 8, 2013

really like to see what they look like on the car. imo they resemble the hfp 19's.

sonni_kuba · Apr 14, 2013

The Mugens are on their way from Japan, and the FF2s are clearing customs from the US. Been looking into different tires and am thinking of going for the Continental ExtremeContact DWS

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Continental&tireModel=ExtremeContact+DWS&sidewall=Blackwall&partnum=24YR8ECDWSXL&fromCompare1=yes&vehicleSearch=false

My main criteria are
- tires that are not too expensive
- good traction in the wet
- decent treadwear

Interested in hearing people's opinion on these

sonni_kuba · Apr 14, 2013

imo they resemble the hfp 19's.

You mean these ones ...

I actually considered them, because I wanted to stay with all Honda parts, but was not really feeling the Bronze paint and the spokes are kinda skinny for my taste.

Plus, what kinda irked me, is that HFP is a North American marketing gimmick akin to Acura, while Mugen actually has some genuine Motorsport roots and is recognized internationally. I know this shouldn't be the main reason for picking a wheel, but just some food for thought.

Bax · Apr 14, 2013

GoldnKnight22 said:
And there's no reason or need for 9" or 10" wide wheels on an Accord. Ever.

http://www.thefreedictionary.com/opinion

GoldnKnight22 · Apr 15, 2013

Goldnknight22 said:
And there's no functional reason or need for 9" or 10" wide wheels on an Accord. Ever.

sry. fixed.

sonni_kuba · Apr 19, 2013

After talking to a few people finally decided on the tires

Falken Azenis FK453

http://falkentire.com/tires/car-tires/azenis-fk453

Really excited, got the FF2 on Thursday, rims coming in on Monday, install planned for Apr 27. Will post pics after they go on.