18 and 19 wheel set up with stock suspension

[carmar]

As the title says, can I go with this set up without lower my car?
I am happy with my current set up on 16 and 17 but don't know if this new set up (18 & 19) will increase the wheel gap and make it looks like a 4 X 4.

Thanks for the advice in advance.

 

[angus]

you'll be ok - but even 1" lower will be way better, maybe some others have pics of how this looks? like "vikas"

 

[Zishan]

My advise is to get new shocks/struts, the Bilsteins. Reason: I believe you have a 91? If so, you're OEM are likely worn. You can install the Bilsteins which will crispen your handling and at the same time you can use the lower perch to lower your car approx. 7/8" to give you a visually more appealing ride height. Win-win situation. :smile:

 

[ekin95]

You should fine. My Dad currently runs 18/19 w/ no issues. The car looks OK but we are lowering it w/ Bilsteins in the Spring. Should really look good. Good luck.

 

[SWIFTVISION]

It looks gross.

When I had 18/19 installed I had a 1" drop apox and it looked like a 4x4.

I think I'm close to a 3" drop now.

 

[davidf]

Your average Joe won't notice, but any NSX owner will notice right off.:wink:

 

[Hapa88]

Definitely lower it. Here's my old 18/19 non-lowered (Stock)

Here's what it looks like with ~1.25" drop (like Eibach):

 

[jlsnyderNSX]

Here is a link to Comtec's car with that setup: http://www.nsxprime.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91942

Hope this helps.

 

[nsxtasy]

As the title says, can I go with this set up without lower my car?
I am happy with my current set up on 16 and 17 but don't know if this new set up (18 & 19) will increase the wheel gap and make it looks like a 4 X 4.

18"/19" tires will raise the car, although the difference in height is small (0.15" in front, 0.39" in the rear). That's because the 18"/19" tire sizes (215/35-18 and 275/30-19) are larger in diameter than your stock tire sizes (215/45-16 and 245/40-17).

As long as you're happy with your current setup, why not just keep it?

 

[demigod]

My first NSX non-lowered..

I think you should def lower the NSX.. it's wayy better! :biggrin:

 

[Jin1976]

When you order your rims tell the shop that your setup would be for lowered suspension. The reason was when I ordered my Work wheels I told them it's for stock suspension. When I lowered the car recently the tires touch the suspension (Tein coilovers). I had to install 8mm spacers at the back for some clearance.

 

[Ko-nsx]

im riding 18's and 19's. the pics below are before the tein coilovers.
http://www.nsxprime.com/forums/showpost.php?p=472807&postcount=1






lower looks better:smile:

 

[Big_D]

You'll have gaps...its the ratio of gappage vs. height of the tire sidewall that makes it look funny.

18/19 setup doesn't give you much sidewall and will result in a lot stiffer ride. Its easier to bend a wheel also.

IMHO 17/18 is best comprimise and tire diameters are closer to OEM...win win.

 

[Keyeye]

I agree with Zishan. Here is mine with that exact setup, Bilsteins. Perfect height! Ride is awesome and i never scraps, if driven correctly. Tire rubbed at first, but is better now. Inner liner just adjusted. 18 and 19's.

 

[tmay]

You'll have gaps...its the ratio of gappage vs. height of the tire sidewall that makes it look funny.

18/19 setup doesn't give you much sidewall and will result in a lot stiffer ride. Its easier to bend a wheel also.

IMHO 17/18 is best comprimise and tire diameters are closer to OEM...win win.

I'm by no means an expert on the topic, but from what I do know, what you're saying makes sense. I'm actually anticipating putting a 17/18 set up on mine. Did you lower yours or leave it at stock height?

 

[yeaiwonder88]

mine lowered one inch with no problems...

 

[mazinger Z]

What's up,

Maybe I can help, this my 2004 LBB with 18/19 HRE C20 set up/NSX-R Suspension. Lower 3/4" front and 1/2" rear. Just to give you a idea how will look with less then 1". Hope this help.

Bernie

 

[nsx24]

What's up,

Maybe I can help, this my 2004 LBB with 18/19 HRE C20 set up/NSX-R Suspension. Lower 3/4" front and 1/2" rear. Just to give you a idea how will look with less then 1". Hope this help.

Bernie

You just cant go wrong with a LBB, I think any wheel or size will look
Nice looking car

 

[mazinger Z]

What's up,

Thanks! nsx24.

Bernie

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