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Wheels for a Fit
« on: September 10, 2006, 02:22:16 pm »
Mort, have you mounted any new wheels for a Honda Fit (yet).  My brother-in-law wants to replace his 14 inch steel rims/tires with a 15" or 16" combo. 
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #1 on: September 12, 2006, 01:46:29 am »
We have done a couple...do you know what style he likes? What does he want from his tire?
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #2 on: September 12, 2006, 09:21:10 am »
He likes the look of the Honda 16" optional wheel.  Something that's easy to clean.  The car is used as a commuter/run-around town car, so high performance tires are not needed.  All seasons, with good wet weather handling (Falken ZE 512s or Kumho ASTs?)
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #3 on: September 12, 2006, 12:56:16 pm »
Watch out with 16"s.  From what I remember reading on the Fit tuner forums, the car really starts being a dog with 16"s.  15"s were the most popular option.  That said, I have 17"s on my Civic, with similar power, and it gets around just fine.  :)
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #4 on: September 12, 2006, 11:52:27 pm »
He'd be happy with 15s. 
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #5 on: September 14, 2006, 12:21:38 am »
The 16" will weigh more, but all depends if you are looking for performance or drama!

I have searched for wheels that have a similar look and come up with the Motegi MR7. Very similar style and available in 16" +42 "Fit"ment. The car does not have much room under the fenders, so it is very tight. This wheel does come in 15", but the offset is too high and will rub the fender.

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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #6 on: September 14, 2006, 12:37:24 am »
Mort, can you get Rotas?
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #7 on: September 14, 2006, 03:56:08 am »
yes...which wheel?
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #8 on: September 14, 2006, 09:44:31 pm »
Subzeros.
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #9 on: September 15, 2006, 12:58:02 am »
I will check on them...what finish?
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #10 on: September 16, 2006, 01:29:10 pm »
Dark grey or black centers, with a polished lip.
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #11 on: September 16, 2006, 02:10:42 pm »
Ooh...  what colour is his Fit?  Those are great looking wheels, especially in black or gunmetal.  :)
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #12 on: September 16, 2006, 05:55:50 pm »
I believe only the silver comes with a polished lip and other finishes come with the fully painted. Let me check into that for you.
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #13 on: September 16, 2006, 06:23:31 pm »
They do come with grey or black centers with a polished lip....at least in the US they do.  http://www.18racing.com/wheel_subzero.html
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Re: Wheels for a Fit
« Reply #14 on: September 18, 2006, 10:56:24 am »
Hmm. OK all of our info shows just the silver. I will check this morning and PM you with more info.
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