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You'll need the hitch, and bike mounting receiver (seperate). You could also go with the roof mounted rack listed above.
For internal bike storing, you might be able to find anchor kits to install in the body paneling but it will involve some minor drilling on your part most likely. IMO, internal storage of such things just means more vaccuuming later not to mention taking the front tire off, etc...
jp
Wheel locks. It is also way easy as all you need to do is use a lug wrench to remove one lug nut off of each wheel (after removing the cover on each wheel over the lugnuts, of course) and then replace it with a locking one. Of course, you should have a torque wrench when you reinstall to ensure you are reinstalling them with sufficient torque.
re: torque. I have been rotating my own tires for a couple years now on a couple different subarus and hondas and found that all it takes my 150 lb frame to loosen (even after a profession torque job) and then re-tighten the lug nuts on the wheels is a gentle hop on the lug wrench that comes with the jack - in whatever car. I don't really need the torque wrench - if you don't feel like you want to buy new tools that you may never use again. FWIW
On the wheel locks - they sell them in auto parts stores for about $24 also. Don't know what H&A charges.
Elissa
Thanks for your post. I actually paid wheel locks from H&A at $29.95 plus 5.99 S&H. Their service is very fast. I bought it first at dealer at $59, then I returned it. I did not know auto parts sell these. Thanks tell me that.
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Anyone know of some sites that offer the Honda CRV floor mats?
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But those will probably run about $1,000 or more depending on where you are and who does the install.
I found that the cheapest place (counting in shipping) was handaaccessories.com. There was another site that offered the floormats cheaper, but their shipping was outrageous.
I really like the quality of the covers, ease of installation and the customer service. Highly recommend them! Also if you have side airbags, just tell them and they can make it so that the airbag deployment will work fine.
The covers include pockets, foam backing, velcro and straps to secure them, choice of fabric and pattern. Love 'em! They make my '86 Civic look almost new and I can't wait until they have the pattern for my '04 Forester.
Elissa
Bostonbuddy - What sort of accessories are you looking for? Most of the items for the 2004 will fit the 2005.
The spare tire will be offered in the same color as the SE models. However, it probably won't be sold in all the colors that are available for the EX and LX.
I suggest purchasing the grey (cladding colored) spare cover. It's generally half the price of the color-matched ones. They you can have it painted to match the color of your vehicle. The paint color codes can be found on the driver's side doorjamb.
I did the painting myself for my 1999 CR-V. You have to get real close before you can tell that the clear coat I used doesn't quite match the shine of the factory paint. I saved myself about 100 bucks. Or you can pay to have it done by a body shop. It's an easy job.
However, a new one will be mounted in the same position on the side of the driver's seat. If the *height* is wrong for you, a new armrest isn't going to fix it.
In the Spring when I take off the Blizzaks/Steel rims I DO NOT plan to put back the Alloys with those stinkin’ Duelers. I actually have FIVE brand new, yes never used, 16” X 6.5” (JJ) five-spoke ALLOY rims (also new “take-offs”) from an ’02 Acura TL. When I measured the “interior offset”, that is from the mounting surface back to “inside” lip of wheel, I got 5 7/8” on the 16” Acura Alloys and 5 5/16” on the Honda Steel rims. Important question: Will this 9/16” “inner” offset make a big difference and/or “interfere” with any suspension or body parts, especially if I use 225/60-16 (26.6” diameter – 8.9” section width – 783 revs per mile). By keeping the diameter the same I will not change gear ratio or decrease quick acceleration, and from the side view it will still “look undersized” but I’m sure the improvement in handling with a good set of 225/60’s will make my CR-V a bit better and safer to drive. By the way, the 5-spoke Acura alloys really change the looks of the “stock alloy” ’04 CR-V. Just gotta remember to pop out and change the plastic Acura center caps .. or should I leave ‘em ??
But seriously, what do you think of me using the 16” Acura Alloys ??
1) Probably, the only way you are going to know for sure is to put them on and try it... In your favor: Tire size is just marginally taller, and almost all the extra width is to the inside, so you won't have to worry about fender rubbing on the outside of the tire. Against you: all that width on the inside.. who knows if it will clear?
2) If you can get hold of a Honda Pilot wheel, and take the same measurement, and it is the same, then you will probably be safe.. They sell them with 235/60-16s for CR-Vs and report no problems..
3) I'd keep the Acura caps on... If you are going to be different, might as well go all the way.
Good luck!!
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Does anyone have experience with the Honda hitch. Is it a "standard" 1 1/2" receiver? If so, which 2-bike rack works well -- i.e. mates properly to the hitch, clears the spare tire, and can be moved out of the way so that the rear door can be opened.
Thank you.
Buddy
I want to heighten the overall diameter of the original 205's and stay with the original 15" stock alloy wheels. My question to anybody reading this is has anybody done this? What was the size that you settled on? It's funny, tire dealers don't want to talk to me because I'm not sticking with original size. I'm thinking 215 or 225. All comments welcomed.
tomk17:
Did your research show that the 225/70R15 size would not fit in the wells? I was hoping to gain at least an inch in height and a little in width.
http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct/brochure/info/tmpInfoTir- eMath.jsp
The tire size of the 2005 models is only 0.3" larger than the current tire.
Which leather wheel cover are you looking at?