New used CL, first things to do?
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New used CL, first things to do?
I'm gonna be getting a 98 CL and was wondering what maintenance I should perform on it immediately. I know that the brakes and tires are new. This is what I think (it has 70,000 miles on it btw):
1. Get seafoam cleanser, clean the hell out of that sucker.
2. Replace plugs with NGKs
3. Oil / filter change, mobile 1 synthetic of course
What else should I check?
Also, I'm gonna get Nokya Arctic headlamps, get a stock spoiler put on, and get some tints. Car is going to get painted too, just debating what color (a nice grey, nice black, or some metallic of grey/black). Input on anything is much appreciated.
Thanks.
1. Get seafoam cleanser, clean the hell out of that sucker.
2. Replace plugs with NGKs
3. Oil / filter change, mobile 1 synthetic of course
What else should I check?
Also, I'm gonna get Nokya Arctic headlamps, get a stock spoiler put on, and get some tints. Car is going to get painted too, just debating what color (a nice grey, nice black, or some metallic of grey/black). Input on anything is much appreciated.
Thanks.
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try to figure out of your timing belt has been replaced sound like your on a good path already. Do a search there are a few things that might be hinted if it was changed. YOu still got another 30k miles for it needs service but you should start saving ahead of time it can get pretty costly. YOu should call acura to see if your ignition switch has ben replaced by them on the recall. If its not take it in and they will do it for free.
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Get clear corners, sand your headlights down if they are old looking and throw some HIDS on it. Cold AIr intake (94-97 Accord will fit), wheels, ceramic brakes and your good to go. I replaced my speakers with the new Rockford Fosgates and it sound like I have a damn sub!!
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Originally Posted by ingsoc747
I'm gonna be getting a 98 CL and was wondering what maintenance I should perform on it immediately. I know that the brakes and tires are new. This is what I think (it has 70,000 miles on it btw):
1. Get seafoam cleanser, clean the hell out of that sucker.
2. Replace plugs with NGKs
3. Oil / filter change, mobile 1 synthetic of course
What else should I check?
Also, I'm gonna get Nokya Arctic headlamps, get a stock spoiler put on, and get some tints. Car is going to get painted too, just debating what color (a nice grey, nice black, or some metallic of grey/black). Input on anything is much appreciated.
Thanks.
1. Get seafoam cleanser, clean the hell out of that sucker.
2. Replace plugs with NGKs
3. Oil / filter change, mobile 1 synthetic of course
What else should I check?
Also, I'm gonna get Nokya Arctic headlamps, get a stock spoiler put on, and get some tints. Car is going to get painted too, just debating what color (a nice grey, nice black, or some metallic of grey/black). Input on anything is much appreciated.
Thanks.
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Originally Posted by SilverCL97
i say paint it a nice metallic grey
yes, i should really wait until i have more time to drive it around. i've test drove it around a neighborhood (ran fine, of course)
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If it's an automatic, I recommend you check the transmission fluid, drain and refill if necessary. Then, get a transmission oil cooler, the Hayden model# OC-1677 will be perfect...about $40 on ebay, and its easy to install. If you'll drive the car pretty hard, get that cooler now, it WILL help in the future, just read some of the problems people have had with 1st gen. transmissions.
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Originally Posted by SilverCL97
damn, the knows some stuff....
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First thing we need to know which CL it is..If it is a 3.0 make sure the trans hasn't been replaced..3.0=Carfax no doubt
I'm not sure CARFAX is always that accurate.
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Originally Posted by Mulk
If it's an automatic, I recommend you check the transmission fluid, drain and refill if necessary. Then, get a transmission oil cooler, the Hayden model# OC-1677 will be perfect...about $40 on ebay, and its easy to install. If you'll drive the car pretty hard, get that cooler now, it WILL help in the future, just read some of the problems people have had with 1st gen. transmissions.
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Originally Posted by SilverCL97
damn, the knows some stuff....
Anyway, is the transmission fluid cooler really necessary for normal driving?
Also, has anyone tried these chrome grille kits on their CL?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...spagename=WDVW
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