TL-S = Stiff Ride - Honda-Acura.net

Trambitis · 11-18-02, 09:38 AM

Just purchased an '03 TL-S and find the ride a bit stiffer than I prefer. Is it feasible to mount 16" rims with "regular" i.e., non-low profile tires on it to achieve a softer ride?

Thanks,
Trambitis

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**Mr Hyde** · 11-18-02, 10:07 AM

Sure you can fit the TL-P 16 inch rims on there without much difficulty.
One question though, didnt you test drive the car before buying it?? If you did and it seems stiffer now, check the tire pressure all around. Maybe the dealer forgot to lower them from the high pressures they inflate the tires to while the cars are being shipped to prevent flatspotting.

v6master · 11-18-02, 01:02 PM

This is a first, someone with a TL-S actually wanting to get smaller than stock wheels! Just kidding, but do you really think it is that harsh? I agree with Mr. Hyde, check your tire pressures, cause the TL-S doesn't have that stiff of a ride stock, at least I don't think so.

ur31337 · 11-18-02, 04:27 PM

I'd also suggest tire pressure. I accidentally had too much pressure in my fronts before, my ride was terrible.

**Mr Hyde** · 11-18-02, 05:20 PM

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Originally posted by v6master
This is a first, someone with a TL-S actually wanting to get smaller than stock wheels!

LOL, you are right, mine are swapped with 19's and 235-35-19's for the summer. Dropped with Comptech Springs before (now that was a stiff ride!!!), but now with Tein Coilovers it is much better.

Trambitis if you do switch to 16's, the stock 17s still get a good amount of $$$ when sold. At least 7-800 with tires. Mine stay with me though for the snowy winters.

**AcuraTL** · 11-18-02, 07:39 PM

If you think the TL-S is too stiff, changing the wheels/tires to 16s isn't going to help THAT much.

v6master · 11-23-02, 06:23 PM

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Originally posted by Mr Hyde
LOL, you are right, mine are swapped with 19's and 235-35-19's for the summer. Dropped with Comptech Springs before (now that was a stiff ride!!!), but now with Tein Coilovers it is much better.

Trambitis if you do switch to 16's, the stock 17s still get a good amount of $$$ when sold. At least 7-800 with tires. Mine stay with me though for the snowy winters.

Haha, yeah, I know all about your ride, I'm accordv6 over on atl.com Your car looks really great, definately one of the nicest Tl's I've seen.

juniorbean · 12-10-02, 10:54 AM

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Originally posted by Mr Hyde
Sure you can fit the TL-P 16 inch rims on there without much difficulty.
One question though, didnt you test drive the car before buying it?? If you did and it seems stiffer now, check the tire pressure all around. Maybe the dealer forgot to lower them from the high pressures they inflate the tires to while the cars are being shipped to prevent flatspotting.

My pressures were kind of high when I picked up the car... you should check that.

As for putting the 16" rims on... it's really not going to make that much of a difference. You should have drove the TL-S and the TL-P and made the decision then. The suspension is different on both models... it's not just a tire thing.

BonzoAPD · 12-10-02, 02:21 PM

yeah sounds like teh tire pressure. The ride of the TL Type-S is anything but harsh.

11-18-02, 10:07 AM	#2
Mr Hyde Accord Forum Moderator Join Date: Aug 1997 Location: NY Posts: 907	Sure you can fit the TL-P 16 inch rims on there without much difficulty. One question though, didnt you test drive the car before buying it?? If you did and it seems stiffer now, check the tire pressure all around. Maybe the dealer forgot to lower them from the high pressures they inflate the tires to while the cars are being shipped to prevent flatspotting. __________________ Just call me.............Mr Hyde 03 Topaz Blue 540i M-Sport The TL-S / The 540i

11-18-02, 01:02 PM	#3
v6master Rice Hater Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 292	This is a first, someone with a TL-S actually wanting to get smaller than stock wheels! Just kidding, but do you really think it is that harsh? I agree with Mr. Hyde, check your tire pressures, cause the TL-S doesn't have that stiff of a ride stock, at least I don't think so. __________________ http://freud.franklin.edu/morris18/brandon/sign.jpg

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ur31337 Colby Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Southeastern CT Posts: 2,150	I'd also suggest tire pressure. I accidentally had too much pressure in my fronts before, my ride was terrible. __________________ Call Skip @ Antonino Acura for discounted parts. Mention Colby & Honda-Acura.net. (860) 448-1299

11-18-02, 07:39 PM	#6
AcuraTL Lord Vader Moderator Join Date: May 1999 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 1,457	If you think the TL-S is too stiff, changing the wheels/tires to 16s isn't going to help THAT much. __________________ Honda-Acura.net Vigor/TL/CL Forum Moderator. Comptech Icebox, Headers, Exhaust, Lowering Springs and Sway Bars. Mugen front grille. Inspire tailamps. MOMO Sport 18 X 7.5 +42 offset. Axxis Metal Master front/rear pad. 2 Polk/MOMO 10" subs, Orion Xtreme 500.4 amplifier and Alpine CD changer.

12-10-02, 02:21 PM	#9
BonzoAPD Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Ossining, New York Posts: 16,353	yeah sounds like teh tire pressure. The ride of the TL Type-S is anything but harsh. __________________ ImportLove Administrator http://www.importlove.com/img/iLbanner2.jpg Email: bonzoapd@importlove.com - AIM: BonzoAPD http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...7/fb78ee19.jpg Black 2001 GSR 2 Door - K2 6000k HID Kit, OEM Fog Lights, Pioneer 7300 Head Unit

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