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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 06:07 PM
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Default Finally hopped on the time attack style wheels bandwagon. :) (EP3 inside)

Whats up guys, here are my new wheels. Let me know what you think, all input is appreciated.






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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 07:35 PM
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clean. You need tire shine
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 07:43 PM
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clean. You need tire shine
i agree^^^ other thn that...nice
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 07:54 PM
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i like it. you should tint the rear tail lights too to match the front markers.
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 08:02 PM
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looks good to me. keep it up
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 08:10 PM
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Thanks for the compliments/input guys, i used a non-solvent based tire shine and applied with a microfiber circular application pad. For some reason these ***** wont absorb the dressing...lol.
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 08:38 PM
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looks real good, man. I had some tires like that too it sucks, so i never really tried to shine'em just eventually got new ones.
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 08:43 PM
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quick question, is it weird shifting with the shifter where it is?
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by lickety_britches
quick question, is it weird shifting with the shifter where it is?
Although you asked the OP, I will just say no, I've drove an EP3 before and it was actually rather natural. Just go test drive one or ask a friend to use theirs. Its either hit or miss really.

On topic, car looks nice on those wheels (what's the weight on them?), nice height, considering a lip?
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 08:57 PM
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im sorry if this is hacking. but in your opinion, do you think itd be worth it if i traded my integra gsr (http://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/903239848.html) for one of these ep3's?
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by project93cpe
looks real good, man. I had some tires like that too it sucks, so i never really tried to shine'em just eventually got new ones.
Originally Posted by lickety_britches
quick question, is it weird shifting with the shifter where it is?
Originally Posted by bronx finest
Although you asked the OP, I will just say no, I've drove an EP3 before and it was actually rather natural. Just go test drive one or ask a friend to use theirs. Its either hit or miss really.

On topic, car looks nice on those wheels (what's the weight on them?), nice height, considering a lip?
Originally Posted by lickety_britches
im sorry if this is hacking. but in your opinion, do you think itd be worth it if i traded my integra gsr (http://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/903239848.html) for one of these ep3's?
1. Thanks bro, yeah i feel ya. Im like WTF...some tires accept tire shine with simple pad application while others need to be "sprayed on" to get absorbed. I hate spraying on the dressing since overspray gets on the wheels.

2. I get that question a lot, nope its not. It just looks akward but its rather comfortable.

3. Thanks mang, i am not exactly sure on the weight but they feel as light as my previous wheels (16 inch slipstreams) Maybe 16 lbs? Someone chime in if they know. I thought about it but im gonna stay lip less for now.

4. I would say yes but thats cause i love my ep3. Bear in mind i used to own a 3rd gen Integra (1997 LS sedan) and while i missed how the Integra had a lower seating position, and was "hella low" (body wise/roofline) when slammed, i like driving a car that is not a theft magnet. When i had my Integra, i was paranoid parking her outside my g/f's apartment complex, certain shopping malls, etc. I say go for the mini van lol, the EP3 in my opinion is the most unique Civic Honda has ever made, "bullet design", dash mounted shifer, nice *** oem seats, and you rarely see another ep on the road. Most peeps hate/were never a fan of the ep3, all the more reason to get one and be that nail that sticks out, just dont get hammered.
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 09:30 PM
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black on black cant go wrong
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 09:37 PM
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Sweet!! I got some but white with the red lip
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Old Nov 27, 2008 | 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by ejLday
black on black cant go wrong
Originally Posted by Mcdc2
Sweet!! I got some but white with the red lip
1. Indeed.

2. Thanks
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 01:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Costco
Thanks for the compliments/input guys, i used a non-solvent based tire shine and applied with a microfiber circular application pad. For some reason these ***** wont absorb the dressing...lol.
you need to scrub the tire down with a brush to get the old oil off so the new one can settle.
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 05:04 AM
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cool another civic with black wheels
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 05:27 AM
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Originally Posted by UCLA.lion
you need to scrub the tire down with a brush to get the old oil off so the new one can settle.
I tried that already, trust. :O

Seriously these tires wont accept dressing, its driving me nuts. lol
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 09:13 AM
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i got BFG's as well.. and mine bling outta this world.... but apply them with a pad... soak, and apply again....it works, it's the wax in the tires that you gotta get it to soad into 1st then after that theyll shine!
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 09:23 AM
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Originally Posted by burke420
i got BFG's as well.. and mine bling outta this world.... but apply them with a pad... soak, and apply again....it works, it's the wax in the tires that you gotta get it to soad into 1st then after that theyll shine!
Thanks for the tip, ill give it a go.
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 11:23 AM
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looks good to me
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 12:36 PM
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I think you're the only one on that bandwagon.

Everyone hopped off earlier this year.
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 02:42 PM
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clean....who cares about bandwagons....just do what you like....
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 03:06 PM
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cool.
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by jdm4eva
looks good to me
Originally Posted by brodlic*
I think you're the only one on that bandwagon.

Everyone hopped off earlier this year.
Originally Posted by m00nr0ck Si
clean....who cares about bandwagons....just do what you like....
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cool.
1. thanks man

2. i can live with that.

3. thanks, i do what i want no doubt.

4. cooler than a polar bear's toe nails?
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Fook_me_honda
i like it. you should tint the rear tail lights too to match the front markers.
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