Performance Upgrades
#41
Racer
Thread Starter
I would do:
AEM V2
RV6 HFPCs
J-pipe of your choice (RV6 / XLR8 / ATLP)
Exhaust of your choice (RV6 / XLR8 / ATLP)
Type S front sway bar
Progress rear sway bar
Replace compliance bushings if needed (Heeltoe has some aftermarket ones, but pricey)
Heeltoe Shifter bushings
CT short throw shifter
Weighted knob of your choice
XLR8 motor mounts (your choice on the 2 avail hardness)
XLR8 engine torque damper
XLR8 UR lightweight pulley
Then, save up a little more and do:
Coil overs (your choice brand)
Front / rear camber kits
Any other OEM bushings / links / arms that you might need
PnP TB / runners / IM
Hondata tune
Wheels / tires of choice
Don't forget trans / clutch / brake fluid flushes and timing belt / water pump if needed, and new spark plugs.
AEM V2
RV6 HFPCs
J-pipe of your choice (RV6 / XLR8 / ATLP)
Exhaust of your choice (RV6 / XLR8 / ATLP)
Type S front sway bar
Progress rear sway bar
Replace compliance bushings if needed (Heeltoe has some aftermarket ones, but pricey)
Heeltoe Shifter bushings
CT short throw shifter
Weighted knob of your choice
XLR8 motor mounts (your choice on the 2 avail hardness)
XLR8 engine torque damper
XLR8 UR lightweight pulley
Then, save up a little more and do:
Coil overs (your choice brand)
Front / rear camber kits
Any other OEM bushings / links / arms that you might need
PnP TB / runners / IM
Hondata tune
Wheels / tires of choice
Don't forget trans / clutch / brake fluid flushes and timing belt / water pump if needed, and new spark plugs.
#42
Three Wheelin'
Anyone have any experiences with Custom Aluminum Vehicle Pedals - ULTIMATE PEDALS
The check valve delete thread is here:
https://acurazine.com/forums/perform...300/?styleid=4
Last edited by FamilyGuy; 01-20-2015 at 02:24 PM.
#43
Racer
Thread Starter
Just get the factory type s pedals.
The check valve delete thread is here:
https://acurazine.com/forums/perform...300/?styleid=4
The check valve delete thread is here:
https://acurazine.com/forums/perform...300/?styleid=4
#44
Racer
Thread Starter
Ok so from what I can tell you take everything out stuff it full of some honda bond and cap it call it a day with the Check valve delete
#45
Three Wheelin'
You don't add any Honda bond, you just take out the plastic valve and put it back together. I think he damaged his a bit and used Honda bond to fix it. Haven't read that thread in a while so going off memory here. I removed mine without damage, no need for Honda bond.
Can't help you on the dead pedal, just make sure whoever you're checking out that they're reputable. Check out reviews.
Go here for OEM parts: http://www.acuraoemparts.com/delray/jsp/home.jsp
Can't help you on the dead pedal, just make sure whoever you're checking out that they're reputable. Check out reviews.
Go here for OEM parts: http://www.acuraoemparts.com/delray/jsp/home.jsp
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314_04TL (01-20-2015)
#46
Racer
Thread Starter
You don't add any Honda bond, you just take out the plastic valve and put it back together. I think he damaged his a bit and used Honda bond to fix it. Haven't read that thread in a while so going off memory here. I removed mine without damage, no need for Honda bond.
Can't help you on the dead pedal, just make sure whoever you're checking out that they're reputable. Check out reviews.
Go here for OEM parts: Acura Parts | Genuine Acura OEM Parts | Acura Parts Cheap
Can't help you on the dead pedal, just make sure whoever you're checking out that they're reputable. Check out reviews.
Go here for OEM parts: Acura Parts | Genuine Acura OEM Parts | Acura Parts Cheap
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FamilyGuy (01-20-2015)
#47
Three Wheelin'
Here's a nice cheap mod to do too, keyhole delete:
https://acurazine.com/forums/third-g...284/?styleid=4
Also browse around our garage, lots of good info, just keep in mind some is a bit outdated by now:
https://acurazine.com/forums/third-g...ewbies-553554/
Last but not least, weight removal (pick and choose per your goals for the car):
https://acurazine.com/forums/perform...st-1-a-610974/
https://acurazine.com/forums/third-g...284/?styleid=4
Also browse around our garage, lots of good info, just keep in mind some is a bit outdated by now:
https://acurazine.com/forums/third-g...ewbies-553554/
Last but not least, weight removal (pick and choose per your goals for the car):
https://acurazine.com/forums/perform...st-1-a-610974/
Last edited by FamilyGuy; 01-20-2015 at 03:39 PM.
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treal512 (03-17-2017)
#48
Racer
Thread Starter
Here's a nice cheap mod to do too, keyhole delete:
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https://acurazine.com/forums/third-g...284/?styleid=4
Also browse around our garage, lots of good info, just keep in mind some is a bit outdated by now:
Yeah I figured that but there is still a lot of good info in there. I have looked in there several times
https://acurazine.com/forums/third-g...ewbies-553554/
Last but not least, weight removal (pick and choose per your goals for the car):
https://acurazine.com/forums/perform...st-1-a-610974/
I
https://acurazine.com/forums/third-g...284/?styleid=4
Also browse around our garage, lots of good info, just keep in mind some is a bit outdated by now:
Yeah I figured that but there is still a lot of good info in there. I have looked in there several times
https://acurazine.com/forums/third-g...ewbies-553554/
Last but not least, weight removal (pick and choose per your goals for the car):
https://acurazine.com/forums/perform...st-1-a-610974/
#50
Racer
Thread Starter
Ok so this is a list of things that I have come up with
Sunroof and Window Visors
Black Coverlay Dashboard Cover
Mugen Shift Knob
Ultimate Racing Pedals
LED Interior and Exterior Lights
CT Shortshifter
SS Clutch line
Shifter Bushings
GM Syncromesh Friction Modified Tranny Fluid
AEM V2 CAI
RV6 HFPC Combo
RV6 TD Exhaust
RV6 Upper Strut Bar
P2P Throttle Body Spacer with thermal gaskets
Intake Manifold Spacer with thermal gaskets
Front and Rear either H&R or Progressive Sway Bars
Engine Mounts
After all that
Flash Pro with 07-08 TL ECU with Tune
Coilovers with a mild drop
Volk TE37's or Enkei RFP1's or both baller status
Well after a lot of consideration I thing when its all said and done I will be very happy with my picks
Sunroof and Window Visors
Black Coverlay Dashboard Cover
Mugen Shift Knob
Ultimate Racing Pedals
LED Interior and Exterior Lights
CT Shortshifter
SS Clutch line
Shifter Bushings
GM Syncromesh Friction Modified Tranny Fluid
AEM V2 CAI
RV6 HFPC Combo
RV6 TD Exhaust
RV6 Upper Strut Bar
P2P Throttle Body Spacer with thermal gaskets
Intake Manifold Spacer with thermal gaskets
Front and Rear either H&R or Progressive Sway Bars
Engine Mounts
After all that
Flash Pro with 07-08 TL ECU with Tune
Coilovers with a mild drop
Volk TE37's or Enkei RFP1's or both baller status
Well after a lot of consideration I thing when its all said and done I will be very happy with my picks
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FamilyGuy (01-22-2015)
#51
Three Wheelin'
I would skip all of the spacers and thermal gaskets. In my *opinion*, they are useless, other than take $ out of your wallet. Do the TB coolant bypass mod, it's free. The manifold spacer moves your power curve down, towards low-mid range, which IMO makes no sense in a car made for top end power. It's meant for SUVs.
Put the money towards cams if you'd like to go the distance in NA form, such as the Bisimoto cams, or towards all the other stuff. Or PnP the TB and manifolds.
The RV6 upper strut bar is only needed for cosmetics or if you plan on installing an electronic suspension controller. It won't give you any performance increase over the OEM bar. Food for thought.
The H&R sway bars are very stiff. If this is a daily driver and not going to the track, you'll be better off and save money with a Type S front sway bar in combo with the progress rear, and new OEM bushings / links / arms where needed.
Put the money towards cams if you'd like to go the distance in NA form, such as the Bisimoto cams, or towards all the other stuff. Or PnP the TB and manifolds.
The RV6 upper strut bar is only needed for cosmetics or if you plan on installing an electronic suspension controller. It won't give you any performance increase over the OEM bar. Food for thought.
The H&R sway bars are very stiff. If this is a daily driver and not going to the track, you'll be better off and save money with a Type S front sway bar in combo with the progress rear, and new OEM bushings / links / arms where needed.
Last edited by FamilyGuy; 01-22-2015 at 02:51 PM.
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Scottwax (02-05-2015)
#53
Racer
Thread Starter
Ok I like the sound of that honestly. I was wondering what everyone's thoughts were gonna be on the Spacers. What about just adding the Thermal Gaskets?
And Please explain the TB bypass what does it accomplish. I'm all for Free Mods
And Please explain the TB bypass what does it accomplish. I'm all for Free Mods
#54
Three Wheelin'
Skip the thermal gaskets, stick to OEM gaskets. I've seen a few of the thermal ones deform after a while. Just useless IMO.
The bypass mod basically re-routes the coolant hoses, taking the TB out of the path, so that coolant doesn't flow through the TB. Keeps it a little cooler, but if you live up north the TB *might* stick a bit until it warms up. Up to you. Many here have done this and I haven't seen anyone report any problems. Not saying there aren't any just haven't seen it.
The bypass mod basically re-routes the coolant hoses, taking the TB out of the path, so that coolant doesn't flow through the TB. Keeps it a little cooler, but if you live up north the TB *might* stick a bit until it warms up. Up to you. Many here have done this and I haven't seen anyone report any problems. Not saying there aren't any just haven't seen it.
#55
Racer
Thread Starter
Ok so no g on the gaskets. And the weather does get cold around this time of the year. So im a little skeptical in doing it. But I would do it during spring and summer
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FamilyGuy (01-22-2015)
#57
#58
Racer
Thread Starter
#59
Racer
Thread Starter
#60
Three Wheelin'
Honestly it's only like a 1-3hp diff between the two. Not worth all the rasp and loudness and drone that comes with it, unless you plan to tailor your own exhaust or start adding resonators to existing options. HFPCs also add some rasp / drone and can be loud with certain exhausts, but no rasp with the rv6 exhaust, just some drone below 2500rpms and music thereafter.
#61
Racer
Thread Starter
Honestly it's only like a 1-3hp diff between the two. Not worth all the rasp and loudness and drone that comes with it, unless you plan to tailor your own exhaust or start adding resonators to existing options. HFPCs also add some rasp / drone and can be loud with certain exhausts, but no rasp with the rv6 exhaust, just some drone below 2500rpms and music thereafter.
#63
Three Wheelin'
I only have an in-car video of a quick rip, windows rolled up (2nd video below), but here's a really good one, esp when he takes off from the driveway towards the end, that's pretty much what mine sounds like (car on the right is RV6, left is ATLP):
Last edited by FamilyGuy; 01-22-2015 at 08:29 PM.
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FamilyGuy (01-22-2015)
#65
Racer
Thread Starter
Ok so I have been looking at getting some S-Tech's or H-Tech's to go along with the A-Spec suspension to give it a mild drop? Eventually I will go full coilover but for now just wanting to see if anyone out there is using this setup and what they think about it
#66
2006 NBP TL MT6/ 02TL-S
Please tell me more about the Aspec suspension kit, what it consists of, what it does to the car, like ride height, etc.
I just got this 06 mt6 and would like to look I into suspension improvements that don't lower the car more than just a little bit
I just got this 06 mt6 and would like to look I into suspension improvements that don't lower the car more than just a little bit
#67
Racer
Thread Starter
From what I have been told the Aspec suspension gives the car a 1 inch drop over stock and is stiffer than regular setup. I already have these on my TL but im looking for another inch or It includes 4 struts and top hats I presume
#68
Burning Brakes
#70
Mr. Detail
If you have an automatic, something like the MDX spacer makes sense, midrange is where its at with an automatic but with a 6 speed, you'll find more top end power to be better.*
*as a general rule of course
*as a general rule of course
#72
Racer
Thread Starter
Ok so I installed the AEM V2 over the weekend absolutly love it. Today I shipped my Intake runners to Gerzand and the TB to Maxbore. Gerzand is also gonna do the Intake manifold for me as well. The car go fast build is well on its way
#73
Three Wheelin'
Nice
You should feel a little extra kick in vtec after the PnP.
You should feel a little extra kick in vtec after the PnP.
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314_04TL (03-17-2015)
#74
Racer
Thread Starter
After The Pnp Parts get installed. I'm thinking Flash Pro and a tune. the exhaust won't be ready for at least a month or two. And Andy said I should have the parts back in no more than 2 weeks. Also need to do the Check valve delete and GM Friction modified tranny fluid
#75
Three Wheelin'
Just wait till after the exhaust to tune. Why tune twice
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314_04TL (03-17-2015)
#78
Thank me later.....
Pcd
J-pipe
Stg catback
Electric cutout
3.7 IM
ZDX mani
Ubi 4"intake
Ported runners......
Im schleep doe
Pcd
J-pipe
Stg catback
Electric cutout
3.7 IM
ZDX mani
Ubi 4"intake
Ported runners......
Im schleep doe
#79
Three Wheelin'
Remember it'll take a couple of days for the ECU to learn and optimize itself. If you have your radio and navi codes, unplug the battery while you do the job, it'll speed up the learning process after. Let it idle for a good 10mins after you plug the battery back in, before you drive away the 1st time
And post some pics for us.
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314_04TL (04-01-2015)
#80
Confusing Name Guy
3.7 conversion needs to happen faster for me, goddamn! Have a similar build plan, waiting on Bruce to finish the EndlessRPM singles so I can get rolling with the performance stuff