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    Re: My '89 Honda Accord LXi

    def not the right tire size. that last number has to match the wheel diameter. Double check that and come back.

    as for which wheels/tires to go with, if you use that as your daily driver I would stick with either 15 or 16's. If you go 17's, the wheel and tires both are more expensive, and the ride quality will be reduced a bit.

    Looks like you have a great base to start from there, or just keep as is and enjoy many years of reliable transportation. My only suggestion (based on personal experience), is that I would take off that Memphis banner on the windshield. Not because it looks like crap, because I don't think it looks bad at all (in fact, I kinda like it), but because you're basically putting a "STEAL ME" sign on it. No alarm in the world (again, trust me, I learned this the hard way) is going to stop someone that wants what's in your car bad enough.

    I also hate to be the one pissin in someone's punch, but DO NOT put sprints on Toki's. You may get reviews from some that say the ride is great with that combo, but assuming the numbers we've collected are correct, the numbers don't lie, and the numbers don't match. You will blow your struts, and even if it 'feels' like your car is riding nice, get someone to follow you on the highway and through back roads and vid your car. I'm willing to guarantee with damn near 100% certainty, that you'll see the ass bobbing up and down within months of driving on that setup. Nail the brakes, and you'll see up the ass end of it in a hurry.
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    Re: My '89 Honda Accord LXi

    Quote Originally Posted by markmdz89hatch View Post
    def not the right tire size. that last number has to match the wheel diameter. Double check that and come back.

    as for which wheels/tires to go with, if you use that as your daily driver I would stick with either 15 or 16's. If you go 17's, the wheel and tires both are more expensive, and the ride quality will be reduced a bit.

    Looks like you have a great base to start from there, or just keep as is and enjoy many years of reliable transportation. My only suggestion (based on personal experience), is that I would take off that Memphis banner on the windshield. Not because it looks like crap, because I don't think it looks bad at all (in fact, I kinda like it), but because you're basically putting a "STEAL ME" sign on it. No alarm in the world (again, trust me, I learned this the hard way) is going to stop someone that wants what's in your car bad enough.

    I also hate to be the one pissin in someone's punch, but DO NOT put sprints on Toki's. You may get reviews from some that say the ride is great with that combo, but assuming the numbers we've collected are correct, the numbers don't lie, and the numbers don't match. You will blow your struts, and even if it 'feels' like your car is riding nice, get someone to follow you on the highway and through back roads and vid your car. I'm willing to guarantee with damn near 100% certainty, that you'll see the ass bobbing up and down within months of driving on that setup. Nail the brakes, and you'll see up the ass end of it in a hurry.
    Not sure on the tires size.. But that memphis sticker is now off, i took it off a while back... and thanks for the suggestions!

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    Next, head work, new exhaust(2 1/4 inch) and cam.

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    Re: My '89 Honda Accord LXi

    Quote Originally Posted by Josh89accord View Post
    What would you guys do next? One of the rims is bent ( previous owner neglected to tell me this... :/) so get a complete new set, being 16 inches, or try to find one rim, and get new tires, cuz these are worn? Thanks!
    those are same wheels as is on my honda.. except urz look to be in better shape.
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    dont get peoples hopes up.......we are broke...thats why we drive 80s cars
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    Re: My '89 Honda Accord LXi

    I just got some HID's for it, a new shift bushing kit and a OEM sunroof visor. I havent got them in yet, but will get pics when I do. I'll be pulling the engine again, and when I do I wanna get 5th gear working. Does anyone have a link to a kit for just 5th gear?

    5.25 Memphis Mclass fronts
    6x9 Memphis PR Rears
    Street Edge amp
    15' Memphis PR sub with ported box.

    Next, head work, new exhaust(2 1/4 inch) and cam.

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    Re: My '89 Honda Accord LXi

    thats nice i wish mine was as clean as urs on the inside

    Last edited by 89accordky; 01-09-2009 at 06:58 PM.

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    Re: My '89 Honda Accord LXi

    I got the engine once again pulled ( only took me 4 and a 1/2 hours) and its ready for the parts car engine I have parts car. The engine had an unknown failure and has small metal shavings in the oil. The company I bought it from is replacing it for free, and once i get that engine its going to be torn int, head work is gong to be done, and all upgraded internals. NA baby!

    5.25 Memphis Mclass fronts
    6x9 Memphis PR Rears
    Street Edge amp
    15' Memphis PR sub with ported box.

    Next, head work, new exhaust(2 1/4 inch) and cam.

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    Re: My '89 Honda Accord LXi




    5.25 Memphis Mclass fronts
    6x9 Memphis PR Rears
    Street Edge amp
    15' Memphis PR sub with ported box.

    Next, head work, new exhaust(2 1/4 inch) and cam.

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    Re: My '89 Honda Accord LXi

    New 17's Ladies and gents. Looks like a whole different car!

    5.25 Memphis Mclass fronts
    6x9 Memphis PR Rears
    Street Edge amp
    15' Memphis PR sub with ported box.

    Next, head work, new exhaust(2 1/4 inch) and cam.

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    Re: My '89 Honda Accord LXi








    Pics of her just sitting there waiting to be ran. No new updates...

    5.25 Memphis Mclass fronts
    6x9 Memphis PR Rears
    Street Edge amp
    15' Memphis PR sub with ported box.

    Next, head work, new exhaust(2 1/4 inch) and cam.

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