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KenB350z 11-10-2015 06:53 PM


Originally Posted by myron (Post 15607962)
How much HP did you manage to get out of this thing? I didn't wanna read all 24 pages.

Haven't dyno'd yet.

KenB350z 11-10-2015 07:02 PM


Originally Posted by Slow98teg (Post 15607994)
You do realize that we're basically driving big 4000lb civics right? Your's was one of the first rdx's tuned if I remember right. Along with cams too. You can't just expect great things on a new platform right off the bat.

I'm well aware of what I have gotten myself into by messing with this unicorn. It's not about the weight. It was the tune, vit about throw up in his mouth when he saw the A/F ratio and other stuff. (13:8-14:1 @ WOT), wasn't pretty. If you don't understand the platform then don't take someone's money because they are willing to pay, (straight wallet biopsy).

KenB350z 11-10-2015 07:08 PM

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...a377f27c23.jpg


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...127171e2c2.jpg


Found the leak, I was wondering where that coolant smell was coming from. I will have this cut and welded tomorrow.

Tomtwtwtw 11-11-2015 10:13 AM


Originally Posted by KenB350z (Post 15608213)
vit about throw up in his mouth when he saw the A/F ratio and other stuff. (13:8-14:1 @ WOT), wasn't pretty. .

What the fuck, did they think it was a direct injection engine or something? That is insane, good thing it didn't pop already.

TheWrench116 11-11-2015 02:23 PM


Originally Posted by KenB350z (Post 15585386)
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...938efae4ca.jpg

Anybody jumping on these brakes for their future mod?

one day... 3200 all the way around :wish:

crxtype-r 11-12-2015 12:50 AM

I have wilwood 6 pot front calipers with 14" 2 peice rotors for my brake set up .

TheWrench116 11-12-2015 09:19 AM


Originally Posted by crxtype-r (Post 15609307)
I have wilwood 6 pot front calipers with 14" 2 peice rotors for my brake set up .

how much?

KenB350z 11-13-2015 09:00 AM


Originally Posted by TheWrench116 (Post 15608891)
one day... 3200 all the way around :wish:

Nice.

KenB350z 11-13-2015 09:02 AM

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...d7b0346876.jpg


Loving the weather

crxtype-r 11-13-2015 02:54 PM

$650 from fasrbrake included as lines

TheWrench116 11-13-2015 10:27 PM


Originally Posted by crxtype-r (Post 15610928)
$650 from fasrbrake included as lines

start a thread and post up some pics of them!!!

KenB350z 11-18-2015 09:00 AM

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...578ce14e52.jpg


Only if I ran 89 unleaded..

Tomtwtwtw 11-18-2015 09:44 AM

Premium is about the same here, but we only drop about 12-15 cents per grade. Regular is still 1.8x. It certainly is nice to get full tanks of gas for under 40 bucks.

KenB350z 11-18-2015 05:25 PM

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...8776ed5a07.jpg


End of work, and it's hump day. Feeling good!

DRR98 11-19-2015 12:12 PM

Looking good!

Chevron premium here in N Cali is just about $3/gal

bluecarbonfiber 11-20-2015 01:48 PM

seats arent changed out yet??

KenB350z 11-21-2015 06:54 PM


Originally Posted by bluecarbonfiber (Post 15616537)
seats arent changed out yet??

Yeah, it sucks. The shop didn't want to do it. Because of all the wiring under the seat, they didn't want to be liable if somebody died in a car accident.

KenB350z 11-22-2015 12:09 AM

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...fcac8b422b.jpg


The wife is driving, couldn't drive tonight, got crunk during the OU game......................

RDX10 11-22-2015 09:38 PM


Originally Posted by KenB350z (Post 15614841)
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...8776ed5a07.jpg


End of work, and it's hump day. Feeling good!

I have said it before, and I will say it again LOVE those wheels. What are the specs? I like the stock wheels, but wish they were 20's and were pushed out about an inch more to be in line with the fenders.

KenB350z 11-23-2015 10:09 AM

Thanks, yeah I never liked that sunken in look. Makes it look like a granny mobile. The more aggressive wheels really bring out the swag. There are multiple wheel sizes and options. What you see there is the 20x10 +40 TSW Nurburgring w/ 275/45r20, you can also look here https://acurazine.com/forums/tires-w...tested-921146/ for other options.

RDX10 11-23-2015 01:29 PM


Originally Posted by KenB350z (Post 15618028)
Thanks, yeah I never liked that sunken in look. Makes it look like a granny mobile. The more aggressive wheels really bring out the swag. There are multiple wheel sizes and options. What you see there is the 20x10 +40 TSW Nurburgring w/ 275/45r20, you can also look here https://acurazine.com/forums/tires-w...tested-921146/ for other options.

Thanks for the link, will go look through it!

Wow 275!! AWESOME!!! I am going to install 235 wide winters and hopefully next summer change out the stock tires/winters for 20's with 275 wide tires.

Currently highly interested in these,vossen cv3 wheels, or another set of tsw wheels that look like large 5 spoke wheels. Simple and clean but forgot their name.

I am guessing stock wheels have an offset of 32 or something like that, and I too hate the sunken in granny look. Pushing them out not only looks better, but widens the track and helps with stability in the twisties (so both safer and more stylish!)

KenB350z 11-23-2015 06:48 PM


Originally Posted by RDX10 (Post 15618225)
Thanks for the link, will go look through it!

Wow 275!! AWESOME!!! I am going to install 235 wide winters and hopefully next summer change out the stock tires/winters for 20's with 275 wide tires.

Currently highly interested in these,vossen cv3 wheels, or another set of tsw wheels that look like large 5 spoke wheels. Simple and clean but forgot their name.

I am guessing stock wheels have an offset of 32 or something like that, and I too hate the sunken in granny look. Pushing them out not only looks better, but widens the track and helps with stability in the twisties (so both safer and more stylish!)

Those Vossen cv3 wheels are legit! The stock wheel spec are 18x7.5 +45 btw.

RDX10 11-24-2015 12:32 AM


Originally Posted by KenB350z (Post 15618438)
Those Vossen cv3 wheels are legit! The stock wheel spec are 18x7.5 +45 btw.

Good lord, I can't EVER get offset right in my head. A lower offset mean a lower number which means it sticks out more yes or no?

I was set on the vossens until I seen your wheels.....I can't decide anymore!

Tomtwtwtw 11-24-2015 08:30 AM

Yes, I believe positive pushes out, negative pulls in.

RDX10 11-24-2015 12:27 PM


Originally Posted by Tomtwtwtw (Post 15618808)
Yes, I believe positive pushes out, negative pulls in.

Oh makes sense, because offset is a measure of the length of the inner hub.

KenB350z 11-24-2015 01:31 PM

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...dad122ae3a.jpg


Early morning wash.

KenB350z 11-24-2015 01:32 PM


Originally Posted by RDX10 (Post 15618695)
Good lord, I can't EVER get offset right in my head. A lower offset mean a lower number which means it sticks out more yes or no?

I was set on the vossens until I seen your wheels.....I can't decide anymore!

You may save a few bucks with the TSW's.

RDX10 11-24-2015 03:50 PM


Originally Posted by KenB350z (Post 15619162)

Yes continue to taunt me with some seriously mean looking wheels, can't get over the stance at all.


Originally Posted by KenB350z (Post 15619163)
You may save a few bucks with the TSW's.

The Vossens I am looking at are reps, there is a local rim dealer who has all different colors in 20X8.5 with 32 offset for $1200 including shitty tires. But I have seen some private ones being sold for ~$1500 and they are the real deal. I guess since I can't decide between your wheels and the vossens anymore, I will get what is cheaper when the time comes. Still have a few months.

Not sure if a 265 would look proper on an 8.5 wide tire.

KenB350z 11-24-2015 06:57 PM

Nice!

KenB350z 11-24-2015 06:58 PM

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...050a870b7c.jpg


https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...aa64affe00.jpg

:wish:

KenB350z 11-24-2015 07:30 PM


Originally Posted by RDX10 (Post 15619394)
Yes continue to taunt me with some seriously mean looking wheels, can't get over the stance at all.



The Vossens I am looking at are reps, there is a local rim dealer who has all different colors in 20X8.5 with 32 offset for $1200 including shitty tires. But I have seen some private ones being sold for ~$1500 and they are the real deal. I guess since I can't decide between your wheels and the vossens anymore, I will get what is cheaper when the time comes. Still have a few months.

Not sure if a 265 would look proper on an 8.5 wide tire.

Here they are in motion.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...3e50b64a9f.jpg

Slow98teg 11-24-2015 07:54 PM

Curious why spend the money on a cnc head when the car is barely tuned? I had a friend years ago when 4piston was getting started send in a k20a3 head. Similar to the k23 head on the intake side where the ports cross over. Even after the porting the head still flowed like crap. Prb heads still trumped them.

KenB350z 11-24-2015 08:26 PM


Originally Posted by Slow98teg (Post 15619627)
Curious why spend the money on a cnc head when the car is barely tuned? I had a friend years ago when 4piston was getting started send in a k20a3 head. Similar to the k23 head on the intake side where the ports cross over. Even after the porting the head still flowed like crap. Prb heads still trumped them.

I'm curious what makes you so curious about this build and money? You've gone on about wasting money for a year now on this build thread...? The car is fine and runs good. It will be tuned soon. I'm in the process of a motor build and the head will be the first to get done. Let me guess, that's a waste of money, right? I'm sorry your friends head didn't go as planned. Go get you a K23a1 block and mate it with a PRB head and let me know how that goes.

Slow98teg 11-24-2015 08:38 PM

Just a question lol. I'm the type of guy that doesn't throw money at a car when it's not needed. Simplicity is key to me. So to me porting the head would be a waste, yes. It's your money, so spend it how you wish. Just tossing my advice out there.

KenB350z 11-24-2015 08:46 PM

Thanks for the advice, they are going to see what they can do with it. It's not a sure thing they can do anything. It's a throw away head.

(Where were you when I spent 40k on shoes, could have used a friend like you to tug on my shoulder and give me awkward look, while shaking your head NO.)

Slow98teg 11-24-2015 09:01 PM

It sucks the ports are the way they are. I was disappointed when I first pulled the intake manifold off.

If you're spending that on shoes, sell them and the rdx and get a X5M lol. The hell with these slow suvs.

KenB350z 11-24-2015 09:19 PM

Into Honda/Acura, can't pull away from it.

exist12 11-25-2015 12:27 AM


Originally Posted by KenB350z (Post 15619656)
I'm curious what makes you so curious about this build and money? You've gone on about wasting money for a year now on this build thread...? The car is fine and runs good. It will be tuned soon. I'm in the process of a motor build and the head will be the first to get done. Let me guess, that's a waste of money, right? I'm sorry your friends head didn't go as planned. Go get you a K23a1 block and mate it with a PRB head and let me know how that goes.

Ken did you ever find a solution for a built trans?

KenB350z 11-25-2015 09:15 AM


Originally Posted by exist12 (Post 15619785)
Ken did you ever find a solution for a built trans?

It needs to fail first.

KenB350z 11-25-2015 09:19 AM

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...8a10aa296b.jpg


Cruising at 60 no boost.


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