I bought some EX wheels of a '95 accord a few months back. I finally got around to putting them on w/ my new falkens this weekend. After the guys at the tire shop put 'em on they said that two of the wheels were slightly bent. Of course, i was pissed because the guy I ordered them from on Ebay didnt mention anything about them being bent. But anyway, I went ahead and had them keep them on anyway. I havent noticed any big problems w/ the ride yet. Actually the ride is better still than the stock tires. Only the steering wheel shakes a little around 70 mph. Is there any downside to keeping these wheels on the car. And if I keep them should I place the bent ones on a specific postition on the car? Right now, theyre both on the right(passenger) side of the car. Any answers or comments are greatly appreciated.

Thanks

 

I put the bent rim on the back of my car. A little less weight on it so it shakes less.

 

Are the Falkens directional tires? I can't remember, but I'm assuming they are. However, if they aren't, then I suggest placing both of the damaged rims on the rear of the car.

As for damage, since it's minor, it'll just be a nuisance, and you may have a little uneven tire wear. I suggest you just have the wheels balanced as well as possible.

 

Yes they are directional tires. And thanks a lot for the info. fellas. I'm gonna have them put on the back soon and see how that works.

 

If they're directional, then you have to keep them on that side of the car.

 

oh...i get what u mean now. I guess i'll have to check into that---cause i'm really not sure now.

 

anybody know if the ziex ze-502's are directional?

 

Cant you just remount the tire the opposite direction?

 

I think there a directional as well as inside outside marks on the tire.
go check if they say "inside" or "outside" on the sidewall = can't