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#396 of 432 Re: Honda Accord (2003) LX - Tire Chain [rose007] by tallman1

Jan 31, 2011 (10:02 am)

Replying to: rose007 (Jan 31, 2011 4:01 am)
As was already suggested, check your owner's manual for chain recommendations. You can also go to an auto parts store for help with the correct size. Since you are in the Bay Area, you can visit a Les Schwab store (as one option) for help. They have a return policy that lets you take unused chains back for a full refund in the spring.
 
You may or may not need them on your trip. If you encounter snow, slowing down and taking it easy may be all you need. Your car will do okay with all-season tires if the snow isn't too bad, especially if it is mostly flat. Chains might be necessary for mountain passes or extreme conditions.
 
As for price, you'll probably pay somewhere around $70 for chains. Again, call a reputable auto parts store and give them your tire size to get a more exact price.
 
This is a link to Les Schwab's chain page for more info but you may want to check other places too. There is a video here that shows you how to put them on and it gives some fairly good advice about chains in general. Less Schwab Chains

#397 of 432 Re: Honda Accord (2003) LX - Tire Chain [rose007] by rose007

Jan 31, 2011 (7:33 pm)

Replying to: rose007 (Jan 31, 2011 4:01 am)
Thanks for your great advice. I just checked and found my tires/wheels specifications from owner's manual. I will check out the both suggested local stores soon.
 
Thanks!!

#398 of 432 Anyone tried Riken tires by aamixy

Feb 03, 2011 (6:29 pm)

Hi all, the tires on my 2007 Honda Accord SE v6 almost reach their lifetime. I am looking for some inexpensive tires to replace. On Discount Tire's website, I found a band called Riken. Has anyone tried this brand? The reviews on the website have high and lows and I am a little concerned about the "grip" ability, as the stock tires slips badly. Thanks for your input!!

#399 of 432 Re: - [robgrave] by fixitdaddy1

Mar 26, 2011 (10:07 am)

Replying to: robgrave (Jan 03, 2011 10:30 am)
Hey! Just shouting out to you--can't go wrong with the Primacy MXV4's; killer gas mileage and wear!!! We have 60,000 miles 7 only 3/32nd's wear--what's not to like? And, no "hemp" in our diet, either?!!!

#400 of 432 Re: - [fixitdaddy1] by robgrave

Mar 26, 2011 (10:36 am)

Replying to: fixitdaddy1 (Mar 26, 2011 10:07 am)
Speed rating? (V or H)
 
Nice to hear positive feedback about Primacy MXV4's, but I'm already convinced they are the tires as advertised; if price weren't an issue, I wouldn't even think twice about it (except for the speed rating question, which still bugs me.)

#401 of 432 Acura Wheels on '07 Accord Sedan by lilengineerboy

Apr 18, 2011 (9:54 am)

So in an effort to ditch the "grandpa" tire size on my Accord and make the thing have some semblance of cornering and turn-in, I want to replace my 205/60R16 tires and 16" wheels with a 17 inch wheel. The Acura TL 17x8 wheel is pretty easy to find used, but I think that requires a 225 or 235 width tire and the recommendation is a 215.
I think the widest wheel I can have with a 215 is like a 7" or 7.5" and the narrowest tire I can get on an 8" rim is a 225. Can I run a 225/50R17 and clear my fender lip and suspension? I have seen people running the Acura TL 17x8 rim on the Accord (and it looks good, IMHO) but other people are more willing to accept rubbing/binding than I am.
Any thoughts or suggestions?

#402 of 432 Re: Acura Wheels on '07 Accord Sedan [lilengineerboy] by stickguy

Apr 18, 2011 (8:39 pm)

Replying to: lilengineerboy (Apr 18, 2011 9:54 am)
take the easy way out, and get the wheels from a V6 accord, which are 17" and certainly narrow enough to fit!

#403 of 432 Re: Acura Wheels on '07 Accord Sedan [stickguy] by lilengineerboy

Apr 18, 2011 (9:45 pm)

Replying to: stickguy (Apr 18, 2011 8:39 pm)
take the easy way out, and get the wheels from a V6 accord, which are 17" and certainly narrow enough to fit!
 
I would totally do that if I could find inexpensive V6 coupe or HFP wheels but I don't care for the V6 sedan wheels. I would also like something that isn't too much heavier than what I have now. The TSX wheel is also a 17x7 I believe and takes a 215/50R17 which should fit fine.
 
The car has just shy of 60k and the Bridgestones that came on it prolly have until the end of summer so I have sometime to find something good.

#404 of 432 Re: Anyone tried Riken tires [aamixy] by lafoca2003

Oct 25, 2011 (8:12 pm)

Replying to: aamixy (Feb 03, 2011 6:29 pm)
I have Riken on my 07 se v6.... Worst tire I've ever owned. They ares down to 2/32 with only 26k miles. They were noisy and a disaster on any snow/ice road..even got caught in slush. I know this is well after you posted, but for anyone else out there...Riken + Accord 17" = BAD NEWS!

#405 of 432 Need help with Michelin tires issues by wds1

Nov 15, 2011 (8:30 am)

I have a 2006 Honda Accord EX-V6.  I purchased the car in Nov. 2005 and replaced the tires in July 2008.  The car had V rated tires, but I never enjoyed the ride as it was not smooth to me.  I replaced them with Michelin Primacy MXV4 H tires at 38K miles.  Now, at 85K miles, the tires on the rear were worn to the thread, while the front was getting fairly close.  Also, the salesman pointed out I had dry rot on all four tires.  I decided to replace them all.  I questioned them about the dry rot, but they did not have much to say.  Should they have?
 
I replaced the tires with the same brand and model with the Michelin Primacy MXV4 H.  As soon as I drove the car, it was BUMPY beyond belief.  It was as if I was in a wagon traveling in the West, before it was developed.  Well, maybe not that bad, but did not drive like the old set, at all.  I returned the car to the tire dealer today.  The air in the tires were set at 37 PSI. according to the tire dealer and 40 PSI, according to my car repairman (checked with him prior to going back to the tire shop).  The Honda manufacturer recommends 32 PSI front and 29 PSI back.   The tires have a recommended 40 PSI, I was told.  The tire salesman said he would drive the car before and after letting air out to see if that would help.  However, when he called he told me he did not have time.  I told him to drive it because I did not want to take the car back and forth after just paying over $1K for 4 tires.  He called back to say he thought it was okay, but if I was not pleased, they would work with me about other tires.  I went to pick up the car.  Before leaving, the owner said he drove the car and did feel every bump in the road.  He thought the air reduction might help though.  Both of the them said I was just probably not used to new tires though.  Not true, as I remember what a great feel they had in 08 when I first drove the old set.  The feel of these tires are not even similar.
 
I will now be going in a THIRD time for $1K tires, which seems totally unacceptable.  I feel all the bumps in the road still. as the air reduction DID NOT help very much, at all.  Between the owner and the salesman, they have told me this about four times I could get new tires.  Am I missing something here?  Do you think they think they are defective?
 
Are there known problems with Michelin?  I had always liked the old set of Michelin.  Could the bumpy ride be due to defective tires?  Note the steering wheel does not shake and the car does not veer to either side.  There did seem to be a lot of play in the steering wheel when I picked up the car though.  I am not sure why.  

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