17 = HellaFunctional

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03-22-2011
Si Speed 317

17x8.5 + 245/40/17 = HellaFunctional

I recently got my wheels in 17x8.5 +35 because the stock wheels weren't cutting it. I got a great deal on a full set of Nexen N3000 tires, so I jumped on it. 245/40/17, has a nice tread pattern, great grip (ultra performance summer tire), and somewhat soft sidewall (only downside and that's if you're doing auto-x). Also has a 340 treadwear rating so it should last some time.

Here's some pics:
http://img826.imageshack.us/img826/9...0320143811.jpg

http://img815.imageshack.us/img815/3...0320143854.jpg

:biggrin:
03-22-2011
bmnorm2

More close ups of the tread pattern!!

Also, I have 18 x 9 +30-40 ish (cant remember) and HFP suspension. I should be able to fit 245's right?
03-23-2011
Si Speed 317

Yea you'll definitely fit. These wheels are +45 but I'm running 10mm ichiba spacers and extended studs. I rub at like 5500+ at WOT because Go-Power springs in the rear are as soft as a baby's ass.
03-23-2011
Speedy

Those wider tires should definitely help with traction issues haha
03-23-2011
Si Speed 317

Yea man I have nice traction so far, I'm happy with it but I need stiffer rear springs so I don't rub anymore. Stupid companies :mad:
03-23-2011
Speedy

what kind of springs you got?
03-23-2011
Si Speed 317

I'm running the Go-Power coilovers, they make them strictly for the 06-11 civics. Great coilovers, but their rear springs are soft as ****. They're 2.5" ID IIRC but I'm not sure of the height. I need to find another company that is compatible and has 12k rears.
03-23-2011
bmnorm2

GP doesn't have a direct replacement with a higher spring rate?
03-24-2011
Si Speed 317

I spoke to Jeff today, he informed me that he has 10k springs coming in 2-3 weeks so I'm gonna wait and grab a pair of those. Problem with the manufacturer apparently..
03-24-2011
MITeggy17

Looks perfect.
03-31-2011
Si Speed 317

Thanks man, might change it up soon too :wavey:
04-03-2011
Si Speed 317

17x9 with 245/40/17 anyone?
04-15-2011
Si Speed 317

New wheel setup: 17x9 +42.... :woohoo:
04-16-2011
PetefromtheStreets

I was kicking around having my stock wheels widened to 9". I love my factory wheels. 06 type s wheels. http://tapa.tk/mu/4422029a-276b-129b.jpg

But I also have these which I'm selling.

18x7.5 enkei something something lol
http://tapa.tk/mu/4422029a-27ba-87c2.jpg http://tapa.tk/mu/4422029a-27cb-5896.jpg
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04-16-2011
Si Speed 317

Nice enkei's :thumb: I was thinking about doing the same thing to my stockers, but I met milanodc5 and he's running 235/40/17 on his stock rsx-s wheels. Put some thoughts in my head!
04-17-2011
PetefromtheStreets

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Originally Posted by Si Speed 317

Nice enkei's :thumb: I was thinking about doing the same thing to my stockers, but I met milanodc5 and he's running 235/40/17 on his stock rsx-s wheels. Put some thoughts in my head!

I got 235/35r17's on my factory wheels.

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