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Old Apr 15, 2002 | 11:54 AM
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I currently have a '98 Integra GS-R. I intend to sell it and get a new RSX Type-S. However, upon reviewing the specifications of both my Integra and the RSX I find that the turning circle is over 3' larger in the RSX. While the gen3 Integra has a 34.8' turning circle, the RSX has a 38.1' turning circle. It's even greater than that of a new Accord sedan (36.4') or Odyssey Minivan (37.7')!

Has anyone noticed this? Is the larger turning circle noticable? Do you have to back-up to complete turns in your RSX that you would't think twice about in your previous car?
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Old Apr 15, 2002 | 11:59 AM
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Default Re: RSX turns like a minivan? (knavekid)

I take all my turns the same i hadnt notice, but ill watch out for that
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Old Apr 15, 2002 | 01:26 PM
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If something like this makes you think twice about buying a car, then I am ammused.


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Old Apr 15, 2002 | 05:02 PM
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I've always appreciated the ability of Hondas to manuever in tight spaces. My '81 Accord H/B, '87 Integra H/B, and my current '98 Integra H/B all could easily make quick turns in tight spaces, such as a U-turn without spanning extra lanes.

Will this make or break a decision to purchase an RSX? Definitely not. I'm just curious to find out if it is really that noticable.
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Old Apr 15, 2002 | 05:42 PM
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Default Re: RSX turns like a minivan? (knavekid)

I haven't noticed it but my last car was a CL typeS so probably wouldn't.
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Old Apr 15, 2002 | 10:24 PM
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well seeing that i own both a dc2 and a dc5, yea i did notice that, but it wasn't something that bothered me or that i even thought about until now...but still i don't see the problem...
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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 04:07 AM
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Default Re: RSX turns like a minivan? (knavekid)

The turning circle "felt" quite small to me. I actually find this news pretty surprising considering I was under the impression that it was a pretty tight radius. Could it be possible those stats are a little off? Maybe some more research is in order. In any event, I don't think its anything you'll notice.

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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 04:10 AM
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The JDM ITR has a large turning radius too...its from the 16" wheels and tires...
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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 06:08 AM
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The JDM ITR has a large turning radius too...its from the 16" wheels and tires...
That makes sense. That could also explain why the CL Type-S w/ 17x7" wheels has a larger turning circle than a 3.2CL with 16x6.5" wheels.
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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 09:17 AM
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I just pull the e-brake when I make turns, cuts the turning radius in half!!
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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 05:30 AM
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I just pull the e-brake when I make turns, cuts the turning radius in half!!
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