All RLs with aftermarket wheels - let me see them!

danmm7 · 09-14-2009, 4:26 PM

Hi All,

I've been looking for some 18" aftermarket wheels for my 2006 RL and i am having really really hard time finding wheels that fit my budget, look good, weight less and have the right color/shape.

If you have aftermarket wheels on your RL, please post a picture and details on the wheels - price, weight, impressions. I am trying to gather as much information on the subject as possible and some visual examples are always helpful.

I am also trying to figure out the following things...

1. Would a wheels that wights 26lbs be a lot worse than a wheel that weights 24lbs?? I know 2 lbs does not seem like much, but in rotational mass it's a lot more, and on a car that is already 4000lbs, i don't want to kill more of the performance and the gas mileage.

2. I wonder if wheels that are half black (black lip or partially black spokes) will look fine on my Gold (Desert Mist) colored RL. I really want to preserve the classy look of the car.

3. From the 3 options below, which one would you pick for a Desert Mist car with tinted windows?

Elbrus #1 - 26lbs

Elbrus #2 - 26lbs

Enkei - 24lbs

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afjock21 · 09-14-2009, 5:17 PM

a-spec or BUST

danmm7 · 09-14-2009, 5:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by afjock21

a-spec or BUST

What is the exact weight on RL A-spec wheels?

I read somewhere that the A-spec wheels are 26lbs+. This is not impressive, given their cost and the fact that the stock 17" are only 25lbs.

stevesrl · 09-14-2009, 10:19 PM

ENKIE, no contest.

poppintec · 09-15-2009, 3:24 PM

custom ce28n ftmfw

poppintec · 09-15-2009, 3:45 PM

in all honestly i would go with #3 with a gloss black finish, but that's my taste........ and after wheels a drop must follow

OLD_HATCH · 09-15-2009, 7:51 PM

I say no to the Enkeis. They look like some 15's youd find on a beat up civic hatch.

If you must I would go with 1 or 2 and in a 19 or 20" size. If you plan on keeping the car for a while and money isnt that much of a problem (something saving a couple more months will help) Get a larger wheel you wont regret it.

19's on this car will still ride almost stock smooth and 20" would be a little harder but would look very nice.

afjock21 · 09-18-2009, 11:27 AM

^ agreed

although be careful on selecting the wheel or else be the joke of your neighborhood
go with a-spec wheel for safe bet, although 18" sorry but still nice

pickncrew · 09-22-2009, 9:01 PM

w/18" Elbrus 102, stock springs

HEAVY_RL · 09-22-2009, 10:12 PM

mmm A-Spec

470hpGS400 · 09-28-2009, 1:06 AM

A pic with my iForged wheels which were sold yesterday to a nice member here. My 20" iForged setup was 6 lbs lighter per wheel vs my present 18" Moda cast wheels. But oh well. They look decent enough to sell the car.

Current Moda something on there currently.

SIGH: I miss my real wheels already.

A-Spec suspension which I HIGHLY recommend.

Blazing GT · 09-28-2009, 10:10 AM

nice rims...but weighs 40lbs each without tires....

danmm7 · 09-28-2009, 12:00 PM

Thank you for the replies guys. I already purchased the 18" Elbrus 102 wheels with a set of new Continental ContiExtreme DWS tires.
I'll post some pictures in the next few days. They look just like "pickncrew"'s car but with different tires.
I really like the new wheels and the tires. The car looks a lot better, IMO.

My setup weights only 1.3lbs more per side compared to my stock 17" wheels and tires.

KB1Spec · 09-28-2009, 1:25 PM

here is my

lstevennl · 09-28-2009, 6:45 PM

Lee I must say they look way nicer on your car than mine

Blazing GT · 09-30-2009, 11:12 AM

if you are talking about the iforge...i have to disagree

470hpGS400 · 09-30-2009, 11:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blazing GT

if you are talking about the iforge...i have to disagree

I'm sure he is referring to the Moda wheels which looked very small on his RL with a kit. Not too bad on mine though still not quality wheels. I have two potential buyers this weekend so we will see how much longer I need to suffer the indignity of having cast wheels.

OLD_HATCH · 09-30-2009, 5:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 470hpGS400

we will see how much longer I need to suffer the indignity of having cast wheels.

Baller....Must be nice! Lol

how much those 20's weigh with tires?

I had to go with cast wheels but in 19" were only 5 lbs heavier rim n tire compared to stock setup. I think I was at 52 or 55 lbs per rim n tire.

Blazing GT · 09-30-2009, 5:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 470hpGS400

I'm sure he is referring to the Moda wheels which looked very small on his RL with a kit. Not too bad on mine though still not quality wheels. I have two potential buyers this weekend so we will see how much longer I need to suffer the indignity of having cast wheels.

470hpGS400 · 09-30-2009, 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OLD_HATCH

Baller....Must be nice! Lol

how much those 20's weigh with tires?

I had to go with cast wheels but in 19" were only 5 lbs heavier rim n tire compared to stock setup. I think I was at 52 or 55 lbs per rim n tire.

The 20s above (iForged) with tires weighed 56 lbs total incl TPMS sensor. The 18 Modas I have now weigh a total of 62 lbs each.

Lu Diamond · 10-01-2009, 4:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 470hpGS400

The 20s above (iForged) with tires weighed 56 lbs total incl TPMS sensor. The 18 Modas I have now weigh a total of 62 lbs each.

do you remember the specs on the iforged rims

derbyr · 10-01-2009, 10:50 PM

I went for option 2 which is the Elbrus 104. Have had nothing but compliments on this wheel from many folks who know the RL.

Ralph

CFoote · 10-06-2009, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by derbyr

I went for option 2 which is the Elbrus 104. Have had nothing but compliments on this wheel from many folks who know the RL.

Ralph

Ralph can you post some pictures of your car with the 104s?

The only problem with these wheels is that they are not hubcentric, you need rings which can sometimes cause problems with vibration.

Chris

UW RL · 10-06-2009, 11:06 PM

Here is mine. I am the first on the forum to have the Enkei's.

danmm7 · 10-07-2009, 6:00 PM

Looks very nice, UW RL. These wheels were my second choice, only because of the higher price. Since i was on a budget, i picked the Elbrus 102. Enkei's must show higher quality in the long run.

How do you like your RL in the snow? How does it handle the slippery roads and stormy weather?
Do you run it with snow tires or all season during the winter?

I am planing to take my RL up in the mountains for the first time this winter.

UW RL · 10-07-2009, 8:08 PM

I love driving my RL in the snow. Whenever it snowed in the Seattle area I just couldn't stop thinking of getting out in my RL. The SH-AWD is my favorite.

I am running the Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position which is ultra high performance all season and to me, they are adequate. If I wanted ultimate traction in snow I would go with snow tires.. but for now, I am sticking to the Potenza.

Quote:

Originally Posted by danmm7

Looks very nice, UW RL. These wheels were my second choice, only because of the higher price. Since i was on a budget, i picked the Elbrus 102. Enkei's must show higher quality in the long run.

How do you like your RL in the snow? How does it handle the slippery roads and stormy weather?
Do you run it with snow tires or all season during the winter?

I am planing to take my RL up in the mountains for the first time this winter.

huck-jai · 10-19-2009, 1:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KB1Spec

here is my

What width and offset are your wheels? Thanks!

23109VC · 10-19-2009, 8:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UW RL

Here is mine. I am the first on the forum to have the Enkei's.

that looks pretty nice! how much did you pay for those wheels? how do you think it rides with the 18s and H&Rs? i like the way it looks, not sure i will EVER convince my wife our RL needs wheels or springs.....

but I have a third/fun car for twisties...so I can't complain too much....

like those wheels! i really like hte aspec wheels and VERY few aftermarket wheels look "right" on the RL... to me....but I like these! especially with the car lowered..it looks really tight!

BadMojo · 10-22-2009, 11:39 AM

Weight be damned, I really like those Modas... Anybody got a model number? I can't seem to find any 7 spokers like those on any Moda-carrying wheel sites.

09-18-2009, 11:27 AM	#8
afjock21 2011 RL or bust Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Titletown, MA Age: 25 Posts: 823	^ agreed although be careful on selecting the wheel or else be the joke of your neighborhood go with a-spec wheel for safe bet, although 18" sorry but still nice __________________ 03 TL-S Nav NBP/BLK 06 RL Nav CGP/BLK

09-22-2009, 10:12 PM	#10
HEAVY_RL Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: 804 (C-field Va) Age: 30 Posts: 511	mmm A-Spec __________________ ☆ '05 RL ☆

09-28-2009, 1:06 AM	#11
470hpGS400 Registered Member Trader Rating: (1) Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: So .California Posts: 681	A pic with my iForged wheels which were sold yesterday to a nice member here. My 20" iForged setup was 6 lbs lighter per wheel vs my present 18" Moda cast wheels. But oh well. They look decent enough to sell the car. Current Moda something on there currently. SIGH: I miss my real wheels already. A-Spec suspension which I HIGHLY recommend. __________________ 2005 Acura RL/A-Spec /rear camera/underdrive pulley/throttle spacer/customer exhaust/misc AMG E55, 529 RWHP,606 RWTQ/ 19" Forgestars/ CF diffuser/folding side mirrors/ 8piston OEM brakes GX470 with mods

09-28-2009, 10:10 AM	#12
Blazing GT Move So Smooth 2005 Acura RL Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Acurazine Age: 21 Posts: 7,838	nice rims...but weighs 40lbs each without tires.... __________________ Acura RL Aspec ll MKW ll H&R ll AEM ll UR ll P2R ll Exhaust ll Blacked Headlights ll Black Roof ll 6000k HID ll Follow on Twitter @BlazingGT

09-28-2009, 12:00 PM	#13
danmm7 Registered Member 2004 Acura TSX My Garage Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 141	Thank you for the replies guys. I already purchased the 18" Elbrus 102 wheels with a set of new Continental ContiExtreme DWS tires. I'll post some pictures in the next few days. They look just like "pickncrew"'s car but with different tires. I really like the new wheels and the tires. The car looks a lot better, IMO. My setup weights only 1.3lbs more per side compared to my stock 17" wheels and tires. __________________ 2006 ACURA RL 2004 ACURA TSX 5AT/Nav

09-14-2009, 5:17 PM	#2
afjock21 2011 RL or bust Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Titletown, MA Age: 25 Posts: 823	a-spec or BUST __________________ 03 TL-S Nav NBP/BLK 06 RL Nav CGP/BLK

09-14-2009, 10:19 PM	#4
stevesrl Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Columbia/Spartanburg, SC Posts: 184	ENKIE, no contest.

09-15-2009, 3:24 PM	#5
poppintec Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2008 Age: 22 Posts: 323	custom ce28n ftmfw

09-15-2009, 3:45 PM	#6
poppintec Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2008 Age: 22 Posts: 323	in all honestly i would go with #3 with a gloss black finish, but that's my taste........ and after wheels a drop must follow

09-15-2009, 7:51 PM	#7
OLD_HATCH Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Feb 2009 Age: 33 Posts: 858	I say no to the Enkeis. They look like some 15's youd find on a beat up civic hatch. If you must I would go with 1 or 2 and in a 19 or 20" size. If you plan on keeping the car for a while and money isnt that much of a problem (something saving a couple more months will help) Get a larger wheel you wont regret it. 19's on this car will still ride almost stock smooth and 20" would be a little harder but would look very nice.

09-22-2009, 9:01 PM	#9
pickncrew Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Franklin, CT Posts: 73	w/18" Elbrus 102, stock springs

09-28-2009, 1:25 PM	#14
KB1Spec Registered Member Trader Rating: (1) Join Date: Nov 2005 Age: 36 Posts: 2,707	here is my

09-28-2009, 6:45 PM	#15
lstevennl Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2006 Age: 22 Posts: 273	Lee I must say they look way nicer on your car than mine

09-30-2009, 11:12 AM	#16
Blazing GT Move So Smooth 2005 Acura RL Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Acurazine Age: 21 Posts: 7,838	if you are talking about the iforge...i have to disagree __________________ Acura RL Aspec ll MKW ll H&R ll AEM ll UR ll P2R ll Exhaust ll Blacked Headlights ll Black Roof ll 6000k HID ll Follow on Twitter @BlazingGT

10-01-2009, 10:50 PM	#22
derbyr Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Mar 2008 Age: 53 Posts: 8	I went for option 2 which is the Elbrus 104. Have had nothing but compliments on this wheel from many folks who know the RL. Ralph

10-06-2009, 11:06 PM	#24
UW RL The Doctor Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2000 Location: Bellevue, WA Age: 33 Posts: 2,060	Here is mine. I am the first on the forum to have the Enkei's. __________________ 2006 Celestial RL ---------------------------- Enkei SC05 18's - Potenza RE960AS - H&R Sport Springs - AEM CAI - MTEC super white fogs - Wood steering wheel - Back-up sensors - LED back-up lights - All Weather protection - Formula 1 Pinnacle Ceramic tint - Hardwired Escort 8500 - Clear Bra Last edited by UW RL; 10-06-2009 at 11:08 PM.

10-07-2009, 6:00 PM	#25
danmm7 Registered Member 2004 Acura TSX My Garage Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 141	Looks very nice, UW RL. These wheels were my second choice, only because of the higher price. Since i was on a budget, i picked the Elbrus 102. Enkei's must show higher quality in the long run. How do you like your RL in the snow? How does it handle the slippery roads and stormy weather? Do you run it with snow tires or all season during the winter? I am planing to take my RL up in the mountains for the first time this winter. __________________ 2006 ACURA RL 2004 ACURA TSX 5AT/Nav

10-22-2009, 11:39 AM	#29
BadMojo Registered Member Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 14	Weight be damned, I really like those Modas... Anybody got a model number? I can't seem to find any 7 spokers like those on any Moda-carrying wheel sites.