South Florida AcuraZine Meet/BBQ At Markham Park Sunday March 22nd 2015 9:30am
03-19-2015, 09:20 AM
#201
I'll do that.... otherwise Im just going to either sell everything, or return it back to amazon... Someone told me 675 for labor.... I didnt even respond to that text again!!
03-19-2015, 09:24 AM
#202
Expect to pay $12-1500 at the dealer.
My buddy got a special at Honda for water pump belt only...$700 or so including labor. Shop around.
For a full service install including belts/plugs and maybe the valve adjustment...that's not expensive at all.
My buddy got a special at Honda for water pump belt only...$700 or so including labor. Shop around.
For a full service install including belts/plugs and maybe the valve adjustment...that's not expensive at all.
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Xxb005txx (03-20-2015)
03-19-2015, 09:31 AM
#203
If Im not mistaken.... Rick Case said the timing belt was 495... with the water pump was 795....
03-19-2015, 10:00 AM
#204
Three Wheelin'
Acutech charges $299 for the labor if you got the parts, with or without water pump, no extra charge for that. They're in Lake Worth. If your parts are genuine OEM parts, you get a 3 year / 36,000 mile warranty on his labor.
He did my car last year, highly recommend. The guy's a Acura master tech who opened his own business. He knows these cars inside out, not just some general mechanic.
He did my car last year, highly recommend. The guy's a Acura master tech who opened his own business. He knows these cars inside out, not just some general mechanic.
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03-19-2015, 10:03 AM
#206
Three Wheelin'
The guy's cool as shit too, great to deal with, no BS kinda guy. He's the only one that touches my car, aside from wheel alignments and tires.
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Undying Dreams (03-19-2015)
03-19-2015, 10:19 AM
#207
That is a number I'd be fine with... except I don't think he'd want me sitting at his shop for 5 hours until my car is done.. because If i went to Lake Worth... I'm stuck in lake worth... until I can go home.... lol
03-19-2015, 10:23 AM
#208
Three Wheelin'
You can wait in his waiting room as long as you like...I've seen people bring laptops to work or be entertained while they wait...
He said the job would take about 3 hours give or take.
Tell him Ivo sent you if you end up goin there
He said the job would take about 3 hours give or take.
Tell him Ivo sent you if you end up goin there
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03-19-2015, 11:29 AM
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03-19-2015, 01:55 PM
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Acutech charges $299 for the labor if you got the parts, with or without water pump, no extra charge for that. They're in Lake Worth. If your parts are genuine OEM parts, you get a 3 year / 36,000 mile warranty on his labor.
He did my car last year, highly recommend. The guy's a Acura master tech who opened his own business. He knows these cars inside out, not just some general mechanic.
He did my car last year, highly recommend. The guy's a Acura master tech who opened his own business. He knows these cars inside out, not just some general mechanic.
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03-19-2015, 05:25 PM
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03-19-2015, 09:49 PM
#215
I had also given you a good hook up, did you not call?.....they charge $300 for the 105K Service and these guys work at Acura....cant get better than that, you carry your car to Acura they will be the same ones turning the wrench only for $1500 .....your choice, but you got options!
03-19-2015, 10:17 PM
#216
I get the impression J is the type of person that likes to keep asking for advice even though he won't take any of them and will end up doing what he wants. 
For $300 labor, can bring your own parts that you already own. I would just go with that. If you already made up your mind about wanting to feel better about doing it directly through the dealer for peace of mind...then go for it.
For $300 labor, can bring your own parts that you already own. I would just go with that. If you already made up your mind about wanting to feel better about doing it directly through the dealer for peace of mind...then go for it.
03-20-2015, 02:22 AM
#217
Acutech charges $299 for the labor if you got the parts, with or without water pump, no extra charge for that. They're in Lake Worth. If your parts are genuine OEM parts, you get a 3 year / 36,000 mile warranty on his labor.
He did my car last year, highly recommend. The guy's a Acura master tech who opened his own business. He knows these cars inside out, not just some general mechanic.
He did my car last year, highly recommend. The guy's a Acura master tech who opened his own business. He knows these cars inside out, not just some general mechanic.
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Xxb005txx (03-21-2015)
03-20-2015, 01:09 PM
#219
Three Wheelin'
Think of him as an all around mechanic, and a specialist on Honda / Acura. Only thing I'm not sure if he does is bikes and boats, you'd have to call and ask.
He knows a lot of the guys at the local Acura dealers here. When I did my alignment, I couldn't get through to the right people over the phone. He called one of his friends and they were waiting for me when I got there. He even told me exactly who to request to do the work. He really knows his shit.
Check out my build thread in the photo section. He's done all the work on my car. Only thing not shown there is general stuff like timing belt service and my seized calipers that he fixed for me, saving me from having to buy new ones.
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03-20-2015, 01:52 PM
#220
I had also given you a good hook up, did you not call?.....they charge $300 for the 105K Service and these guys work at Acura....cant get better than that, you carry your car to Acura they will be the same ones turning the wrench only for $1500 .....your choice, but you got options!
03-20-2015, 01:53 PM
#221
03-20-2015, 01:57 PM
#222
I get the impression J is the type of person that likes to keep asking for advice even though he won't take any of them and will end up doing what he wants.
For $300 labor, can bring your own parts that you already own. I would just go with that. If you already made up your mind about wanting to feel better about doing it directly through the dealer for peace of mind...then go for it.
For $300 labor, can bring your own parts that you already own. I would just go with that. If you already made up your mind about wanting to feel better about doing it directly through the dealer for peace of mind...then go for it.
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rockstar143 (03-21-2015)
03-20-2015, 02:09 PM
#223
ISC N1 coils with Progress rear sway bar
I also replaced all the OEM bushings and rear arms. This makes a big difference and hardly anyone does it. Many just throw new coils on top of old tired and ripped original bushings.
Here's my progress thread: https://acurazine.com/forums/photogr...type-s-918137/
I also replaced all the OEM bushings and rear arms. This makes a big difference and hardly anyone does it. Many just throw new coils on top of old tired and ripped original bushings.
Here's my progress thread: https://acurazine.com/forums/photogr...type-s-918137/
03-20-2015, 02:39 PM
#224
Three Wheelin'
In the front, I did the 3 bushings on each lower arm, and the sway bar bushings. The top arms I did a camber kit from skunk2 and it came with new bushings.
In the rear I did all the arms and links (each has bushings), plus the progress bar came with new bushings, and tried to replace the 2 bushings in each knuckle but we could only do one, and it was a battle due to all the rust (it's a press fit), so we didn't even try the other 3, but these were still good and tight, it was the multi-link arms that were all soft after 8 years 90k miles, 60k of which spent up north in Illinois with previous owner.
At the very least I recommend the ones up front, esp the compliance bushing, which is notorious for ripping apart after ~30k-60k miles, and front + rear sway bar bushings. This should tighten up the car again. The rear arms and links are expensive because there are so many of them.
In the rear I did all the arms and links (each has bushings), plus the progress bar came with new bushings, and tried to replace the 2 bushings in each knuckle but we could only do one, and it was a battle due to all the rust (it's a press fit), so we didn't even try the other 3, but these were still good and tight, it was the multi-link arms that were all soft after 8 years 90k miles, 60k of which spent up north in Illinois with previous owner.
At the very least I recommend the ones up front, esp the compliance bushing, which is notorious for ripping apart after ~30k-60k miles, and front + rear sway bar bushings. This should tighten up the car again. The rear arms and links are expensive because there are so many of them.
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03-21-2015, 04:51 AM
#226
In the front, I did the 3 bushings on each lower arm, and the sway bar bushings. The top arms I did a camber kit from skunk2 and it came with new bushings.
In the rear I did all the arms and links (each has bushings), plus the progress bar came with new bushings, and tried to replace the 2 bushings in each knuckle but we could only do one, and it was a battle due to all the rust (it's a press fit), so we didn't even try the other 3, but these were still good and tight, it was the multi-link arms that were all soft after 8 years 90k miles, 60k of which spent up north in Illinois with previous owner.
At the very least I recommend the ones up front, esp the compliance bushing, which is notorious for ripping apart after ~30k-60k miles, and front + rear sway bar bushings. This should tighten up the car again. The rear arms and links are expensive because there are so many of them.
In the rear I did all the arms and links (each has bushings), plus the progress bar came with new bushings, and tried to replace the 2 bushings in each knuckle but we could only do one, and it was a battle due to all the rust (it's a press fit), so we didn't even try the other 3, but these were still good and tight, it was the multi-link arms that were all soft after 8 years 90k miles, 60k of which spent up north in Illinois with previous owner.
At the very least I recommend the ones up front, esp the compliance bushing, which is notorious for ripping apart after ~30k-60k miles, and front + rear sway bar bushings. This should tighten up the car again. The rear arms and links are expensive because there are so many of them.
03-21-2015, 08:47 AM
#227
This car toes out like crazy when you sit in it...the squat is unreal. I'm guessing it's to keep the ride nice and soft and compliant but I've almost never had totally even tire wear, even with MILLIONS of alignments.
03-21-2015, 09:12 AM
#228
Going to have to write down all these bushings and start grabbing them little by little before the Tein setup comes.... So once I do it.. it will NE nice and tight like.... well... I need not say more...
And sir.. you put on the list beer and hot dogs.. I'm fine with the remy.. but don't omit the hot dogs!!
And sir.. you put on the list beer and hot dogs.. I'm fine with the remy.. but don't omit the hot dogs!!
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Xxb005txx (03-21-2015)
03-21-2015, 11:54 AM
#229
Three Wheelin'
Be sure to do an alignment bout ~once a year or if you notice decent amount of uneven tire wear.
Also check the bump stops, and make sure you have the right tire size. Shouldn't be rubbing on the inner liner, but some tires can, even in the right size.
Also check the bump stops, and make sure you have the right tire size. Shouldn't be rubbing on the inner liner, but some tires can, even in the right size.
03-21-2015, 02:00 PM
#230
Three Wheelin'
At publix, picked up charcoal, plates, cups and napkins 
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03-21-2015, 03:23 PM
#231
Three Wheelin'
Hey if anyone is interested in the 17lb battery please let me know asap, otherwise I don't think I'm gona bring it.
03-21-2015, 03:35 PM
#232
Not sure if anyone is almost ready for the timing belt/WP change, but I have a Brand new Aisin TKH-002 Timing Belt Kit for sale which I will bring along with me to the meet. Asking $200, will also throw in the OEM Honda Cam Seals (2 x 91213-R70-A02 ) and Crank Seal (91212-P8A-A01)for this price. First come first serve!
Amazon.com: Aisin TKH-002 Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump: Automotive
Amazon.com: Aisin TKH-002 Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump: Automotive
Also willing to throw in the Bando Serpentine/Drive Belt with all of the above for the same $200, just put it up on craigslist also so anyone interested let me know asap, ill bring it tmrw
03-21-2015, 05:27 PM
#233
Going to get the burgers and buns tonight... I plan to be there right at 930am!!
03-21-2015, 05:37 PM
#234
Three Wheelin'
16001 W State rd, Sunrise FL right?
03-21-2015, 07:17 PM
#236
For whom didn't come to the last meet... once you come through the gate.. as soon as you do.. make the first right and that's where we will be..
If it's occupied upon my arrival.. I'll update in here....
If it's occupied upon my arrival.. I'll update in here....
03-21-2015, 11:42 PM
#237
I like that spot because of the 2 grills, 4 tables and massive trees for shade. Good stuff. I'm good until noon...baby baptism for wife's friend, she had said Saturday, turns out it's tomorrow. I'll still be there for a couple hours though.
03-21-2015, 11:49 PM
#238
well, the remy is still uncertain. but i will definitely arrive! maybe a lil late cuz my ass is working night shift till 6 am though. man gotta sleep. more or less ill be trying to go up there at 10 or so. i will definitely not omit the hot dogs my good sir.
03-21-2015, 11:53 PM
#240
lmao it was the same thing with the last meet. thats why i looked bummy and felt like ass. maybe this time ill step up my game and look like ass cheese instead of just plain ass. you know, gotta switch things up. lol plus i gotta wash the car, clean the inside, buy the dogs and buns and the beer and/or remy, and drive three planets' worth of distance to make it. 
i think thats a noble peace prize for me. lol
i think thats a noble peace prize for me. lol