My Project pilot with 20" Forge wheels and a bunch of other vehicles... - Page 2 - Honda Pilot

ictvuser · 02-06-2006, 01:37 PM

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Originally posted by rondog
We will be creating a new wheel, a 19" and 20" with a full face and same lip size. those will be available in chrome only for the Ridgeline, Pilot, MDX, CRV amd RDX.
The spokes on this wheel will be more full, more luxury, but with the same light weight of our current forged wheel. 20" x 8.5" should weigh between 21-22 lbs which is seriously lightweight, and won't affect braking or acceleration.

lol, thats a toy ant my 2 year old son set on the bumper when I wasn't looking.

Just curious about what you plan on using for a spare? Does a 275/45-20 fit in the spare tire well?

How does the weight of your 17" wheels compare to the stock EX wheels?

Are the wheel max load ratings available?

drm1111 · 02-06-2006, 07:34 PM

Both rides are super sweet Ronjon. I like the wheels on the Pilot and also the Acura. I know my Pilot will never be used as a offroad vehicle. I am too picky. My wife tells me I take better care of the vehicles than I do her.....She's just kidding...I think!!!! lol. Na she likes our 06 Accord and the 06 Pilot. IMO I say to each his or hers own. Great Job!!

rondog · 02-10-2006, 03:33 AM

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Originally posted by ictvuser

Just curious about what you plan on using for a spare? Does a 275/45-20 fit in the spare tire well?

How does the weight of your 17" wheels compare to the stock EX wheels?

Are the wheel max load ratings available?

Haven't tried to fit a full sized 275 in the spare area. Our 17" wheels (Servo) weighs in at 21 lbs, but they are alot cheaper and cast aluminum. We have a 17" wheel coming out that will weigh an incredible 13 lbs, now that is going to dramatically increase comfort and performance of the pilot.
Load ratings are well above 1800 lb per wheel. This is a forged wheel, strength and lightness are it's main characteristics.

ictvuser · 02-10-2006, 12:15 PM

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Originally posted by rondog

We have a 17" wheel coming out that will weigh an incredible 13 lbs, now that is going to dramatically increase comfort and performance of the pilot.
Load ratings are well above 1800 lb per wheel. This is a forged wheel, strength and lightness are it's main characteristics.

Wow, a 17" @ 13lbs with a 1800 load rating!

Do you happen to know how much the stock EX wheel weighs? I am guessing about 20-23lbs.

Will the new 17"/13lb wheel be certified to meet/exceed SFI, VIA or TUV?

edwelly · 02-10-2006, 01:21 PM

rondog - can you tell me some more about the Westin Sport Tubes? How difficult were they to install? Those look FANTASTIC on your Pilot. Thanks!!!

rondog · 02-10-2006, 02:37 PM

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Originally posted by ictvuser

Wow, a 17" @ 13lbs with a 1800 load rating!

Do you happen to know how much the stock EX wheel weighs? I am guessing about 20-23lbs.

Will the new 17"/13lb wheel be certified to meet/exceed SFI, VIA or TUV?

The 1800 lb load rating is for our current wheel, which doesn't come in 17", but we will have to see what load rating will be available for the 17" when we build it. All our wheels have JWL, VIA certification, it says so right on the face of the wheel.

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Originally posted by edwelly
rondog - can you tell me some more about the Westin Sport Tubes? How difficult were they to install? Those look FANTASTIC on your Pilot. Thanks!!!

Thanks, they took about 15 minutes to install. real easy but I wish they stuck out a bit more, they are almost under the body. If I were to go back, i would get the chrome lines running boards from Westin.

Art · 02-10-2006, 02:43 PM

Lookin good Rondog!!!

Aru4mie · 02-11-2006, 06:08 AM

I prefer the looks of the 20" 1pF forged wheels as it seems to fit the Pilot much better compared to the 19" inspyre wheels you featured at hondasuv.com last September 02, 2004. Just my opinion.
http://www.hondasuv.com/pilot/viewtopic.php?t=188
By the way, whatever happened to the front clear headlamps?
I noticed you're back with the stock headlamps with the orange side lens.

rondog · 02-11-2006, 11:18 AM

Thanks.
I got some replacements becasue the old ones were getting condensation, so i sent them back to my guy who is now blacking them out and resealing them...

pilotjorge · 02-11-2006, 05:05 PM

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Originally posted by rondog
Thanks.
I got some replacements becasue the old ones were getting condensation, so i sent them back to my guy who is now blacking them out and resealing them...

Would you still recommend clearing the front headlamp lens despite the condensation it gets.... even though its well sealed?
I was hoping to do the same on my headlamps for quite sometime now although I'm still in the process of getting some feedback from people who have done it as to its pros and cons.
Is it something I can do as a DIY project?
I would appreciate any input.
Thanks.

By the way, I agree with Aru4mie that the 20" 1pf forged wheels looks a lot better on the Pilot as compared to the 19" inspyre wheels.

Looking forward to the 17" lightweight (13 lbs) once it hits the market.

donx · 02-21-2006, 01:08 AM

Excellent mods, rondog! Thanks for sharing these pictures, can't wait to see more pictures with your progress!

BuffetLife · 11-12-2011, 07:47 AM

Real nice set up, and I love the colormatched fender flares... Quick question, I just got a great deal on some TSW Vortex 18, sitting on 255/55 Tires, and should fit beautifully, however my offset is 20mm and know it will stick out a bit, but was hoping flares would disguise the sticking out. But now that I see your 40mm et does exactly what I had in mind, now makes me wonder

How much more do the flares pull out the wheel well look/facade?

jp_freak33 · 01-20-2012, 12:10 PM

Awesome looking Pilot! Those Acuras look even better, love that TL. Nice work

02-10-2006, 02:43 PM	#22 (permalink)
Art Super Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,424 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Lookin good Rondog!!! __________________ 07 Town and Country Touring-Linen Gold Pearl w/ dark khaki interior. Former vehicle:'03 Pilot- Nighthawk Black Pearl EX-L All-Season Mats- DIY-Lund Air Deflector, Rear Splash Guards,Side Steps, Wood Dash Kit, Fog Lights, wheel locks, crossbars, Sirius Orbiter, Many wwong items Wife:07 Accord LX- Alabaster Silver Metallic w/black interior '49 Chevy Styline Deluxe sedan(My toy)

02-11-2006, 06:08 AM	#23 (permalink)
Aru4mie Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bay Area, Northern California Posts: 154 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I prefer the looks of the 20" 1pF forged wheels as it seems to fit the Pilot much better compared to the 19" inspyre wheels you featured at hondasuv.com last September 02, 2004. Just my opinion. http://www.hondasuv.com/pilot/viewtopic.php?t=188 By the way, whatever happened to the front clear headlamps? I noticed you're back with the stock headlamps with the orange side lens. __________________ 2004 Honda Pilot EX-L: Nighthawk Black Pearl: Date Built: July 26, 2004/4:57am Date Acquired: Sept. 06, 2004.

02-11-2006, 11:18 AM	#24 (permalink)
rondog Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Yonkers, NY Posts: 42 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thanks. I got some replacements becasue the old ones were getting condensation, so i sent them back to my guy who is now blacking them out and resealing them... __________________ http://www.ronjonsportdesign.com Products Designed and Engineered Exclusively for Honda & Acura Vehicles 2001 Acura CL-S silver w/ navi, body kit, 19" RonJon chrome Inspyre wheels, drop, etc... interior shot of my CL-S... exterior shot of my CL-S... 2004 Honda Pilot EX silver w/ navi, 20" RonJon Polished Devotion-1pF wheels... exterior shot of my Pilot...

02-21-2006, 01:08 AM	#26 (permalink)
donx Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posts: 744 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Excellent mods, rondog! Thanks for sharing these pictures, can't wait to see more pictures with your progress! __________________ 2005 Honda Pilot EX-L Billet Silver Metallic 255/250 Chromes (OEM Side Steps, OEM Wheels, Front Grill Accent, Billet Grille Grill Combo, OEM Exhaust Tips, Westin Safari Bar, PIAA 520 SMR Lights, License Plate Cover, OEM Mirror Covers, Putco Windows Visors, AVS Bugflector II), 9003 H4 6000K HID Conversion Kit, Silver OEM Roof Cross Bars, OEM Roof Luggage Basket, Silver OEM Rear Splash Guards, OEM Towing Package, Silver Door Handles, ...more

11-12-2011, 07:47 AM	#27 (permalink)
BuffetLife Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Evanton, IL Posts: 12 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Real nice set up, and I love the colormatched fender flares... Quick question, I just got a great deal on some TSW Vortex 18, sitting on 255/55 Tires, and should fit beautifully, however my offset is 20mm and know it will stick out a bit, but was hoping flares would disguise the sticking out. But now that I see your 40mm et does exactly what I had in mind, now makes me wonder How much more do the flares pull out the wheel well look/facade? __________________ www.BuffetLife.com Last edited by BuffetLife; 11-12-2011 at 07:49 AM. Reason: ?

02-06-2006, 07:34 PM	#17 (permalink)
drm1111 Super Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Charlotte,NC by way of West Virginia Posts: 399 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Both rides are super sweet Ronjon. I like the wheels on the Pilot and also the Acura. I know my Pilot will never be used as a offroad vehicle. I am too picky. My wife tells me I take better care of the vehicles than I do her.....She's just kidding...I think!!!! lol. Na she likes our 06 Accord and the 06 Pilot. IMO I say to each his or hers own. Great Job!!

02-10-2006, 01:21 PM	#20 (permalink)
edwelly Space For Rent Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Indiana Posts: 213 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	rondog - can you tell me some more about the Westin Sport Tubes? How difficult were they to install? Those look FANTASTIC on your Pilot. Thanks!!!

01-20-2012, 12:10 PM	#28 (permalink)
jp_freak33 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Flagstaff AZ Posts: 13 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Awesome looking Pilot! Those Acuras look even better, love that TL. Nice work

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