Replaced the PAX tire/wheel combo on our '07 Touring. Used the '07 Acura MDX Sport package wheels 18"X8". Tires are from an '07 Acura RDX, Michelin 235/55/18. The standard MDX tires are 255/55/18 which are too wide for the fenders on the Odyssey, some rubbing will occur, especially when fully loaded. Tire pressure sensors were also replaced with the correct ones for the Odyssey, part number:06421-S3V-A04.
'07 MDX Sport Package Wheels
Perfect fitment and wheel offset.
Ride is quieter than the Michelin PAX and not as rough over small road imperfections.
Notice the width of the stock 255's on the MDX, compared to the 235's mounted on the Odyssey.
Replaced the MDX Tire pressure sensors, with the Odyssey's TPMS.
This is the correct TPMS for the swap. Note the part number.
Is there a photo i'm missing?
Would an acura donut sub for my missing one? Mine was depaxed before i got it, and people seem to love the low-profile wheels... (i didn't love having one blow out on the road with no spare though).
And the total price of this setup comes to......?
Of coure I don't need the TPMS, but would like to upgrade rims when the OEM tires wear out. That setup looks very nice!
Agreed, a very attractive solution. Someone might want to send these photos to Honda. Normally I'd say they won't use Acura wheels on a Honda, but the Accord EX V6's wheels do strongly resemble those on the Gen2 TL Type-S...
Did you happen to try to use the Acura sensors before you replaced them with the Honda sensors? I have read somewhere before that the Acura ones worked. These wheels do look very nice on your Ody.
When I had my PAX wheel next to my Acura 17" RL wheel, I couldn't believe the difference in weight. The new wheel felt like it weighed half as much and that seriously translated to improved off the line acceleration and improved fuel economy. Even though there is a difference in diameter (speedometer effect) I still got 31 MPG on my first 100 mile drive with the new wheels. I am sure you will have the same gains.
Ditto here... Please let us know what turn signal you've used (manufacturer/part#), as well as how it wired... looks clean, european-style. Was it from a BMW ?
Agreed, a very attractive solution. Someone might want to send these photos to Honda. Normally I'd say they won't use Acura wheels on a Honda, but the Accord EX V6's wheels do strongly resemble those on the Gen2 TL Type-S...
I just replaced my tires/wheels with acura RL takeoffs and the stock TPMS (sensors) that come with the RL work perfectly with no calibration or other effort on my part. This is for 05 touring, but I assume they will work with newer models also.
I'm sure he's refering to the wheel tire combo weight. Yes the PAX tire and inner ring is what causes all that extra weight. The actual rim itself weighs about the same. Unfortunatly, because of the odd size of the Touring's rim, you cannot get a regular tire to mount up to it.
And the total price of this setup comes to......?
Of coure I don't need the TPMS, but would like to upgrade rims when the OEM tires wear out. That setup looks very nice!
You can look for a set of take off's, you can usually find them at your local dealer, just ask the part's department manager. They are usually looking to unload them cheap because they take up alot of space.
Stargazer said:
Looks good! I wonder how much more the 18" rims weigh?
Thanks!, The side markers are actually a generic brand you can find at any automotive parts store. I found these at PepBoys they are about $19 and install is very easy. It just involves a small hole for the light, and the wiring is just a simple two wire setup. Just tap into your front turn signal's wiring.
epi79 said:
hardcore!
very2 nice
why dont you get the rear and side bodykit too?
i was just thinking yesterday since you work at acura dealer
do you think MDX 07 mirror fit to odyssey ?I been wanting to have signal in my mirror
Side and rear bodykit are on order, staytuned!
MDX mirrors have a slightly different sized base. So some modification will be necessary, I'm sure it can be done!
PNWTouring said:
Sweet! Have you noticed any improvement in performance or handling from not having so much unsprung weight in the corners?
The off the line response is greatly improved! YES! the ride is much improved, less shaking and jarring over bumps. It just feels lighter. I'm waiting to see how much the gas mileage improves.
Thanks for the info. I'm in Canada so I don't have PAX tires on my Touring. I guess there may not be any weight savings at all over a 16" wheel unless I find something that's forged or light-weight cast.
This leads to the next question...will the larger Acura front brake rotors fit the Ody (I am not sure if they use the same caliper or whether that would need to be done also) - I have been looking at ways to improve the braking, especially when trailering.
I didn't see an answer posted to the ‘what did all this cost’ question. As an owner of a '06 Ody Touring and a '07 MDX Sport/Ent I appreciate that someone found a way to work around PAX and still maintain TPMS functions, bravo. Without giving any indication of price though implies it may be cheaper to stick with fresh PAX at about a grand. I don't find the PAX ride harsh or disconcerting and the spares proliferation is comforting. With 26K on our Ody in 20 months our PAX are about 3/4 gone. The fact that they’ll last about 75 percent as long compared to conventional tires is not great but no one should sue over it if they weren’t told of this in advance as I was.
Going this creative route (MDX rims, RDX tires) is an attractive option but I can't put a dollar figure on the peace of mind the opinion polarizing PAX tires offer. I respect the hatem' crowd if you respect the lovem' crowd.
The MDX Sport rims have the best finish I've seen. Their Titanium richness has a deep shine; pewter luster with polish is probably a good term. They're not high gloss yet have unique warmth. Best of all, these five-spokers are the easiest rims to keep clean ever! Would the ‘regular’ ’07 MDX 18” rims (ugly but cheaper) fit too?
The Ody Touring's turbine looking clear-coated PAX rims create the idea that with Honda more spokes are better but on the premium Acura brand less is better. This is a contradiction in design of vehicles that should show lineage with varying degrees of class. The Touring rims are also at the other end of the cleaning ease spectrum as the finlike spokes act as brake dust showcases.
Let's see the overall dollar figures of the MDX/RDX configuration so the PAX hatems' can see what they're up against. Then we can make an informed decision on this (warranty voiding) but smart looking mod. Anyone that does this should order the Acura SH-AWD badge. Super Handling All Wheel Drive on the MDX gives it exceptional cornering ability by varying the power front to rear and left and right rear, effectively accelerating an outside wheel around corners. Anyone who has driven one hard can attest it’s more than hype and can out corner most sports sedans. Implying an Ody has this incredible feature would certainly raise eyebrows from the well informed.
Last I checked, Acura parts weren't cheaper than Honda and my guess is total cost is around 3,500.
Figure out a way to drop in the MDX throaty 300HP engine and I'm in at any price!
The Ody Touring's turbine looking clear-coated PAX rims create the idea that with Honda more spokes are better but on the premium Acura brand less is better.