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#223 of 238 Added Alloys by sandman_6472 May 28, 2009 (1:09 pm)
Bought '05 Civic SI 10 spoke alloys on ebay and love the look of the car, the steelies with the abs covers were very dull looking. Car actually drives the same as just swapped the tires form the steelies to the alloys. Probably would've just gone with the LX-S if they had that model in '06. Gives the whole car a sportier look and almost no one has the same alloys on their car...have seen only one who did the same swap.   The Sandman
#224 of 238 Tire Size 95 Civic EX by krazydawg Jul 02, 2009 (2:52 pm)
The stock size listed for my 95 Civic EX Coupe is 185/60R14 according to TireRack. 185/65R14 is currently installed. I have an invoice from the previous owner showing it was installed by Big O Tires. My tires need to be replaced soon and the quote I received was for a 185/65R14 instead of stock. Will there be any difference or advantage in going up a size? Replies to this message: crazyfly (Jul 02, 2009 6:38 pm) krazydawg (Jul 02, 2009 7:26 pm) ruking1 (Jul 03, 2009 2:39 pm) crazyfly (Jul 05, 2009 12:14 pm) and 3 more...
#225 of 238 Re: Tire Size 95 Civic EX [krazydawg] by crazyfly Jul 02, 2009 (6:38 pm)
Replying to: krazydawg (Jul 02, 2009 2:52 pm) A friend of mine did that and took a hit on fuel economy by 5 mpg. I am not a tire expert but think that perhaps a higher tire size increases traction and drag than what has been optimized for the vehicle.   Unless tire looks are important, I would stay with stock size. Replies to this message: krazydawg (Jul 02, 2009 7:26 pm) ruking1 (Jul 03, 2009 2:39 pm) crazyfly (Jul 05, 2009 12:14 pm) krazydawg (Jul 06, 2009 8:46 am) and 2 more...
#226 of 238 Re: Tire Size 95 Civic EX [crazyfly] by krazydawg Jul 02, 2009 (7:26 pm)
Replying to: crazyfly (Jul 02, 2009 6:38 pm) 5 MPG is a big difference. Are you positive it was the tire size? The 95 Civic EX is rated for 26 MPG combined city/highway but I average 33-34 MPG on non-stock tires. Replies to this message: ruking1 (Jul 03, 2009 2:39 pm) crazyfly (Jul 05, 2009 12:14 pm) krazydawg (Jul 06, 2009 8:46 am) jet10000 (Jul 06, 2009 1:39 pm) crazyfly (Jul 07, 2009 3:33 pm)
#227 of 238 Re: Tire Size 95 Civic EX [krazydawg] by ruking1 Jul 03, 2009 (2:39 pm)
Replying to: krazydawg (Jul 02, 2009 7:26 pm) Just think what you can be getting OVER the 33-34 that you now get!!?? We run the stock size 185 70-14 (04 Civic VP). The average commute mpg is between 38-42. Keep in mind that same sized tire worn vs brand new shows a slight negative mpg. (lots of reasons but don't want to bore you with the real details)
#228 of 238 Re: Tire Size 95 Civic EX [krazydawg] by crazyfly Jul 05, 2009 (12:14 pm)
Replying to: krazydawg (Jul 02, 2009 7:26 pm) Yea, positive about the tire size. The mpg dropped after 4-new tires were put on the 2002 civic.   33-34 mpg is great! Back in the day I used to have a 92 civic (same gen as 95) that averaged 38 mpg from everyday city driving, and 42 mpg on highway, all stock tire size. It was a stick shift and I Loved that car! Replies to this message: krazydawg (Jul 06, 2009 8:46 am) jet10000 (Jul 06, 2009 1:39 pm) crazyfly (Jul 07, 2009 3:33 pm)
#229 of 238 Re: Tire Size 95 Civic EX [crazyfly] by krazydawg Jul 06, 2009 (8:46 am)
Replying to: crazyfly (Jul 05, 2009 12:14 pm) I found the older Civics like the 92-95 VX/CRX get better MPG and the newer Civics get better MPG than my 95 EX. The 33-34 MPG is achieved mostly from coasting to traffic lights, tire pressure of max 44 PSI, and driving the speed limit. Driving on a flat highway or going 55 MPH raises it up a bit more. I've hit 40 MPG several times. I have an automatic but the manual does make a difference. Replies to this message: jet10000 (Jul 06, 2009 1:39 pm) crazyfly (Jul 07, 2009 3:33 pm)
#230 of 238 Re: Tire Size 95 Civic EX [krazydawg] by jet10000 Jul 06, 2009 (1:39 pm)
Replying to: krazydawg (Jul 06, 2009 8:46 am) Older Civics can get better gas mileage than newer ones because the horsepower was less as well as the curb weight.
#231 of 238 Re: Tire Size 95 Civic EX [krazydawg] by crazyfly Jul 07, 2009 (3:33 pm)
Replying to: krazydawg (Jul 06, 2009 8:46 am) You are getting pretty good gas mileage. In case you've not already taken care of this, you may want to check/replace the air filter and fuel filter of civic just to be sure all is set for optimum air/fuel ratio and performance. A good fuel system cleaner may also help to further increase the mpg.
#232 of 238 2009 Civic TIRE questions by oktexchic Aug 10, 2009 (7:57 am)
I am wondering whether to keep the 16" stock wheels or upgrade to the 16" alloys for Xtra $1,220, or the 17" alloy for Xtra $2,114!! wow pricey stuff I thought I was told that the larger tire would give smoother ride????   Another MAJOR concern is .. tires. WHAT are stock tires on the Civic Couple EX? Are they cheapo depot? I drive 500 highway miles per week, so is there such a thing as doing the switchout before taking position of car & put on a good Michelen? I don't know how they would compensate me on getting a car without their tires tho. Anyone savvy in this area? Replies to this message: ruking1 (Aug 16, 2009 7:55 am)

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