Should I get the LX or EX
#41
I haven't yet figured out how to post pictures, either.
#42
I've been driving on the street in 2nd and it maxes out at 55mph until I bounce the rev limiter. It corners very well and has a lot of body roll. It definitely needs some koni shocks with ground control sleeves or something. Then the largest wall thickness hollow rear sway bar, enkei rpf1s wrapped. In 205/50/15 Toyo r1r s and I think I got something close to an ef civic/CRX handling
#43
Regarding custom wheels, I put smoothie lakester disks on my xB's 15" steelie wheels. I've lost count of the number of people who have done the "cool wheels, dude, where'd you get 'em?" thing.
Umm, $50 a set from the VW store...
I don't think I would like this sort of look on a Fit, but have been pondering body-color steel wheels with stainless hub covers, kind of like the old school Civics. Wheels should look like wheels, not sci-fi cheese graters.
#44
If i were in the market i would opt for LX because 1) I hate chrome pieces, 2) I hate sunroofs, just more places for water to leak down the line and less headroom. 3) Dont need lane watch. 3) I hate that touch screen radio without knobs 4) Dont need alloy wheels as there are many nicer/lighter aftermarket ones available.
Albeit, there are things the EX does have I like are:
1) More noise insulation (which i found out is simply a carpet liners in the fender wells you can add yourself.)
2) Smart Key system which is kind of nice.
3) HDMI inputs and 2 extra speakers (tweeters)
Albeit, there are things the EX does have I like are:
1) More noise insulation (which i found out is simply a carpet liners in the fender wells you can add yourself.)
2) Smart Key system which is kind of nice.
3) HDMI inputs and 2 extra speakers (tweeters)
#45
Spun Aluminum Disc 15 Inch Wheel Cover - Speedway Motors, America's Oldest Speed Shop
15" Full Moon Hot Rod Racing Disc Hub Caps Wheel Covers | eBay
I prefer the spun aluminum and I made a center attach bracket with a Dzus fastener to hold them on, rather than drilling holes in my rims.
Oh, and body color was courtesy of Krylon.
#47
Heh, I never even noticed the plastic inserts! (have had car for a month now) I'll have to go take a look! Yeah I think they are all good cars, just depends on what your particular needs are. I was looking for the least expensive option possible, so I went for the LX. CVT though, not manual, since I've never had a manual before and heard they are a pain in traffic (and I know they are a pain on hills).
Now I am paranoid about the wheels..! Never heard of people getting their wheels stolen before. Any way to buy wheels that are less attractive?
Now I am paranoid about the wheels..! Never heard of people getting their wheels stolen before. Any way to buy wheels that are less attractive?
#48
Heh, I never even noticed the plastic inserts! (have had car for a month now) I'll have to go take a look! Yeah I think they are all good cars, just depends on what your particular needs are. I was looking for the least expensive option possible, so I went for the LX. CVT though, not manual, since I've never had a manual before and heard they are a pain in traffic (and I know they are a pain on hills).
Now I am paranoid about the wheels..! Never heard of people getting their wheels stolen before. Any way to buy wheels that are less attractive?
Now I am paranoid about the wheels..! Never heard of people getting their wheels stolen before. Any way to buy wheels that are less attractive?
Last edited by napr; 11-12-2014 at 10:44 PM.
#50
Thank goodness! I am going to buy new wheels when purchasing winter tires. When I'm shopping for wheels should I just avoid anything that says alloy? I am pretty much oblivious to wheels, so I don't care what they look like... I just care about function, and to a lesser extent, price.
#51
Thank goodness! I am going to buy new wheels when purchasing winter tires. When I'm shopping for wheels should I just avoid anything that says alloy? I am pretty much oblivious to wheels, so I don't care what they look like... I just care about function, and to a lesser extent, price.
If you get steel wheels for your winter tires, you will be able to use the same wheel covers that are on your car now.
#52
Thank goodness! I am going to buy new wheels when purchasing winter tires. When I'm shopping for wheels should I just avoid anything that says alloy? I am pretty much oblivious to wheels, so I don't care what they look like... I just care about function, and to a lesser extent, price.
Steel wheels refers to generic steel wheels which generally have a hubcap over them. Like so:
#53
Steel wheels just like you have would be the best choice for your new tires and winter needs. Alloy wheels are definitely not what you want for severe winter driving. Alloys are much easier to damage while driving over winter potholes; and salt used for deicing will damage them with corrosion.
If you get steel wheels for your winter tires, you will be able to use the same wheel covers that are on your car now.
If you get steel wheels for your winter tires, you will be able to use the same wheel covers that are on your car now.
fit419:Thank you, yes I was just assuming alloy referred to the makeup of the metal, alloy vs. steel, without regard to looks.
#54
Steel wheels don't have to be unattractive:
though I am a bit puzzled by the large holes/small holes thing on current wheels. The older symmetrical wheels were more aesthetically pleasing:
though I am a bit puzzled by the large holes/small holes thing on current wheels. The older symmetrical wheels were more aesthetically pleasing:
Last edited by GeorgeL; 11-13-2014 at 02:49 PM.
#57
Yeah, spun aluminum has to be lighter which is part of the point... it's ashame they don't have the good mounting equipment like the stainless steel ones have...
#58
LOL... i was with you right up that that point... x2
seriously, you cannot compare a 2500 lb mcstrut car to a 1800lb double wishbone car. they are in different leagues, thus different classes.
also, regarding the gearing, you will find on the 205/50 or 225/45 15's that second gear will be too short.
but, you are coming from a volvo, right? so, at least that is a step in the right direction...
seriously, you cannot compare a 2500 lb mcstrut car to a 1800lb double wishbone car. they are in different leagues, thus different classes.
also, regarding the gearing, you will find on the 205/50 or 225/45 15's that second gear will be too short.
but, you are coming from a volvo, right? so, at least that is a step in the right direction...
#59
Yeah that's why I said close. I know they don't compare due to front suspension differences. I wish macphersons have camber adjustability. I would have some toe out in the front and 0 toe rear.
However I like how light this car is compared to other cars available today. It handles pretty well on the street but I definitely need stiffer shocks.
However I like how light this car is compared to other cars available today. It handles pretty well on the street but I definitely need stiffer shocks.
#60
EX-L worth $1,500 over EX?
Am I missing anything besides leather interior, heated front seats, and mirror turn signals between the, Ex and Ex-L? I don't know that those few things can justify an additional $1500 for me.
I forgot to mention the heated side mirrors, too.
I forgot to mention the heated side mirrors, too.
Last edited by GotFitB13; 11-24-2014 at 08:01 PM. Reason: Added Comment.