junkyarding for alloys

[Joshy]

hey everyone!

i've got steelies on my 90 DX coupe and i've been hopping from junkyard to junkyard in my area in search for a nice set to honda alloys. now, my question is, once i've found a set that i like (proper bolt pattern, appearance, and obvious cosmetic obscurities aisde ), is there anything else i should check or watch out for on these wheels before making a purchase? most of these cars have been sitting in the yard for a while and i'd imagine that, maybe, this extended time could warp the wheels? and also, i'd be sure to check tires on the wheels (if they're still there) to be sure they can hold air.

some guidance, or advice, please?!

thanks!

[NorcoAccord]

i would just want to makesure the can be balenced and get a warrinty

[sackingz123]

some junkyards will give out warranty...i guess get it if ur not sure about the wheels, make sure the wheel is free of any cracks, bents, or anything that the tire will not get air...anywayz what kind of wheels tryin to find

[93accordexcoupe]

i dont think the wheels will warp cause their meant to be sat on like they are right now. oh and i would never use a tire from a junkyard. too much riding on that one

[Joshy]

yeah, i plan on getting new tires

i was thinking maybe the EX wheels, or if not, the 5th gen accord alloys that have the same centercap as 4th gen alloys. theres also a del sol in the yard closest to me with its wheels still intact, nice shape too.. but i dunno if its the same bolt pattern. i know its 4x but i'm not sure if its 100 or 113.

[honda4674]

no the del sols are 4X100 and the accords are 4X114.3 or .4 not sure but yha i have been thinking of doing the same thing but i want a set of 4th gen lude rims or 4th gen accord rims but nothing so far

[erok515]

I just picked up some 94EX alloys for $40 bucks each in perfect condition at a local salvage yard. I asked about the front lip and they said I had to buy the whole bumper. WTF

[Joshy]

I just picked up some 94EX alloys for $40 bucks each in perfect condition at a local salvage yard. I asked about the front lip and they said I had to buy the whole bumper. WTF

ah man, that sucks!

around my neck of the woods, we've got a chain of yards called "crazy ray's." their slogan is "you pick it, you pull it!" - just like most yards. so customers have to bring their own tools and are free to take whatever they want from a car in their lot. they charge a $1 admission fee, and everything is priced fairly. it's fun. a lot of kids go there just to fuck around and break stuff.

[Gemini]

ah man, that sucks!

around my neck of the woods, we've got a chain of yards called "crazy ray's." their slogan is "you pick it, you pull it!" - just like most yards. so customers have to bring their own tools and are free to take whatever they want from a car in their lot. they charge a $1 admission fee, and everything is priced fairly. it's fun. a lot of kids go there just to fuck around and break stuff.

we got the same thing down here but its called "U PULL IT" and are infested with CBs for some reason. I've never seen any with wheels or alloys, I htink they take them off and sell them separately. I just sold my 94-95 ex bronze alloys to a gut in NY for $300 shipped which was a good deal for him because I didnt have anywhere to store them.

[jitaga]

hey man!! i got a set of alloys, pm me and hit me up with an offer..

[mondojackal]

no the del sols are 4X100 and the accords are 4X114 but yha i ahve been thinking of doing the same thing but i want a set of 4th gen lude rims or 4th gen accord rims but nothing so far

accords are 4x114.3

[MangoMechaniX]

ah man, that sucks!

around my neck of the woods, we've got a chain of yards called "crazy ray's." their slogan is "you pick it, you pull it!" - just like most yards. so customers have to bring their own tools and are free to take whatever they want from a car in their lot. they charge a $1 admission fee, and everything is priced fairly. it's fun. a lot of kids go there just to fuck around and break stuff.

Does "Crazy Ray's" have the alloy wheels still on the cars? Are there a lot of Honda and Acura cars there? Are spoilers still on them, or are they gone fast?

[Joshy]

yeah, there are a lot of alloys on cars, and also scattered around the place holding other cars up

some spoilers.

and yes, a LOT of hondas, a decent selection of acuras. most of the CB7s are chewed up reeeeeeeeeally fast. i went today and bought a set of front/rear EX speaker grilles in PERFECT shape for $5. didn't find the type of alloys i was looking for, though.

[honda4674]

yha thanks mondojackle i couldnt remember if it was .3 or .4

[AccordWarrior]

Just take your time and hold out and chances are you'll find what you're looking for. I waited 2 years to find the Prelude seats I put in my car, but it was worth the wait.

Also check the classifieds here because every once and awhile you'll find a good deal.

You're lucky if the yards around you sell wheels cheap. The places local to me are cheap on most every part, and then want 120+ per wheel.