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Old May 13, 2011 | 02:31 AM
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wheels and suspension finally added

After a ton of waiting on wheels and suspension sitting on my desk for about a month I was finally able to get everything set up. Wheels have been a nightmare for my car after a flaked forum member and 4x100 becoming more and more elusive. I hit up Jason at Rotiform for a set of BLQs that were slated for 4 lug release and after a lot of patience and sweet talking he came thru with some filled and redrilled units after those plans fell thru.

Suspension is from Tanabe in the recently released Pro S-OC with helper springs. Great product, stoked to add the rest of their braces in the near future.Name:  2011-04-15120921.jpg
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Rolled and pulled and camber bolts came in today to address the front a little more then I will drop it down some more as well, maybe some 3mms in the back. 18x8.5 +45mm all around 215/40 yokos



 
Old May 13, 2011 | 03:22 AM
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i like the drop. are you using SPC camber bolts?
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 03:23 AM
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Nice looking rims dude! What are they? Must say it looks pretty damn good.
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 07:08 AM
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I'm just amazed by the closeup picture of "SIDE FACING INWARDS" that's clearly facing outwards!

 
Old May 13, 2011 | 07:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Virtual
I'm just amazed by the closeup picture of "SIDE FACING INWARDS" that's clearly facing outwards!
LOL... Caught that too.

Not liking the stretched look either. Combination of stretched and improperly mounted tires and there could possibly be a tire failure in the OP's future.

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Old May 13, 2011 | 09:55 AM
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I dont like the huge wheels, 17's and 16's seem to look better on the Fit.

The color scheme and drop look good
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 10:04 AM
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yeah man, all your tires appear to be mounted backwards.
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 12:43 PM
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sucks about the backward mounted tires. are you sure those wheels are a +45 offset? my type c's are +44 and i have 5mm spacers on the rear which makes it +39 and i am no where near how flush your wheels are.
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 12:51 PM
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Cool Well...

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sucks about the backward mounted tires. are you sure those wheels are a +45 offset? my type c's are +44 and i have 5mm spacers on the rear which makes it +39 and i am no where near how flush your wheels are.
His rims are also 2 inches wider than yours....
18x8.5 +45mm all around 215/40 yokos
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SSR type C 16x6.5, +44 Conti DWS
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 01:02 PM
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His rims are also 2 inches wider than yours....
18x8.5 +45mm all around 215/40 yokos
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SSR type C 16x6.5, +44 Conti DWS
you're right blackbeard i forgot to account for width. i was thinking 18x7 instead of 18x8.5.
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by britdevine
I dont like the huge wheels, 17's and 16's seem to look better on the Fit.

The color scheme and drop look good

Agree. Looks like a monster truck with 18s IMO.
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 03:01 PM
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Originally Posted by BakedCookies
yeah man, all your tires appear to be mounted backwards.
Pretty sure my tire guy hates me, lol. I caught the backwards mount before we put them on and decided the run them while working on the roll/pull so it only mangles up the "inside" of the tire while clearance is checked. SPC camber bolts today and maybe a little more low and pull
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 03:10 PM
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It's a different wheel look which is nice but they look hella heavy. What's the weight on those?
 
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Old May 13, 2011 | 03:15 PM
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It's a different wheel look which is nice but they look hella heavy. What's the weight on those?
Extra heavy, I can honestly tell you I was scared to even weigh them when they came in. I have another lighter set on order so this was more aesthetic for the interim that will clear the brake kit I have on order. Until then, no canyon runs
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 06:53 PM
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first post here, but great looking car VRSean.

Why all the hate? the people that are hating seem to have base model Fits, or think bluetooth is a mod... come on fellas!

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Old May 13, 2011 | 07:06 PM
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I like the look of the wheel but I'd prefer something smaller. I'm a function over looks but digging the color though.
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 08:06 PM
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How are the Tanabe's? I've always liked the Tanabe products. I would imagine the helper springs give a hair more comfort. Review?
 
Old May 13, 2011 | 08:09 PM
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Originally Posted by NotFit
first post here, but great looking car VRSean.

Why all the hate? the people that are hating seem to have base model Fits, or think bluetooth is a mod... come on fellas!

-Anthony
Welcome to the forum Anthony, I don't see hate here, just pointing out some potential flaws & also expression of personal opinion. Cardomain is for the people who are only willing to express fake positive compliments. You'll find FF a bit different.

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Old May 13, 2011 | 11:33 PM
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Originally Posted by sometimesjoe
I like the look of the wheel but I'd prefer something smaller. I'm a function over looks but digging the color though.
They offer 17x8 in 20mm or 30mm as well and typically in stock and ready to go so you wouldnt have to go thru all the hassle I did. And they offer tons of cool coat options, check em out
?|? Rotiform Wheels ?|?

the rootbeer option sold me more than anything else for sure
 



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