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Old 06-21-2014, 06:34 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Hx wheels or 14" hybrid wheels?

Howdy, I bought an hx with some ugly wheels on it. What you you all recommend the hx wheels or the hybrid wheels. They both weight the sAme(11 pounds), but I think the hybrid wheels maybe more aerodynamic.

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Old 06-21-2014, 07:05 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Old 06-21-2014, 08:15 PM   #3 (permalink)
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what size tire mate ?
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I'd also go with the Insight or Civic hybrid rims. RE92's on the Insight rims are probably the best overall bet, as UltArc mentioned.
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I'd also go with the Insight or Civic hybrid rims. RE92's on the Insight rims are probably the best overall bet, as UltArc mentioned.
Having a hard time locating a set if insight or hybrid wheels. Insight tire siZe is 165/65r14 hybrid 185/70r14. Hybrid is like 2 inches taller. I drive mostly high way would recommend going with the wider tall or stick with the smaller shorter tire if the insight?
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Having a hard time locating a set if insight or hybrid wheels. Insight tire siZe is 165/65r14 hybrid 185/70r14. Hybrid is like 2 inches taller. I drive mostly high way would recommend going with the wider tall or stick with the smaller shorter tire if the insight?
I was able to get a set of 175/70R14 for my CRX. Maybe take a look at that size
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Howdy, I bought an hx with some ugly wheels on it.
sounds like the perfect opportunity to try your hand at DIY covers, if ya booger up a wheel too much then buy new ones
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I was able to get a set of 175/70R14 for my CRX. Maybe take a look at that size
I think I will. So, you do recommend larger siZe tire then for the hi way.

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sounds like the perfect opportunity to try your hand at DIY covers, if ya booger up a wheel too much then buy new ones
Yeah, the insight and hybrid wheels where both about $1200. The hx are only $600 for new ones. Have to think about it. Might have to use some pizza dishes, lol.
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I would go for the smooth wheel covers unless you need tires anyway.

Is the child safety lock engaged on your passenger rear door?

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