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Old 01-10-2007, 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Ken1997TL
You should replace the shifter plate surround with the chrome plate on the 2004 RL.
Where can I get one of these chrome plates? There isnt any junk yards near me.
Old 01-10-2007, 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Big Green Acura
Where can I get one of these chrome plates? There isnt any junk yards near me.
ya gotta go to the dealer man-The part is only like 30 bucks
Old 01-10-2007, 11:45 PM
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I just bought a spotless 2000 3.5RL (and just found this forum), and I like the look of your trunk with the "Acura" and "3.5RL" insignia absent (which I assume were once there like my 2000). I seems to me that those trim pieces are attached with adhesive...correct? If so, how does one remove them without creating any damage, how does one remove any residual adhesive, and is there any chance of the paint underneath being darker or lighter?

Any insights would be greatly appreciated.

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Old 01-11-2007, 04:05 PM
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Use water and dental floss combined in a sawing action with the water poured on to make the adhesive tape softer. You will need to rub or buff off the adhesive residue. You may need a lite solvent to remove some also.
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Originally Posted by Big Green Acura
Use water and dental floss combined in a sawing action with the water poured on to make the adhesive tape softer. You will need to rub or buff off the adhesive residue. You may need a lite solvent to remove some also.
try fishing line its a bit stronger than dental floss and a little smooth compound will take of and exsisting glue.
Old 01-11-2007, 05:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Big Green Acura
I dont remember where I got them, but they are from Venom. I took them to my local "car guy" he installed them and set it all up. Not too much gain but just a little bit.
I ordered new injectors today from venom
Old 01-11-2007, 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by GSARL
try fishing line its a bit stronger than dental floss and a little smooth compound will take of and exsisting glue.
Did it. Looks nice and clean. Thanks.
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Originally Posted by wrysingfeenix
Did it. Looks nice and clean. Thanks.
good glad it worked out
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Do you have any pics of the side of the car? I want to see how the rims look on the car from the side.
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Originally Posted by 13enTLDr1v3r
Do you have any pics of the side of the car? I want to see how the rims look on the car from the side.
just sent out my ECU for reprogramming today for about 11 to 15 hp gain

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...5/ebb18834.jpg
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Originally Posted by GSARL
just sent out my ECU for reprogramming today for about 11 to 15 hp gain

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...5/ebb18834.jpg
closeup rim pic
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...7/eb8f5564.jpg
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The wheel gap looks pretty good from that picture. I've got 18's with 235/40/18 but my wheel gap is pretty bad so now i'm thinkin about going with a 45 profile instead of 40. How much finger gap do you have in the front and rear? You got a closeup pick of the front gap? haha.....thanks
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Originally Posted by 13enTLDr1v3r
The wheel gap looks pretty good from that picture. I've got 18's with 235/40/18 but my wheel gap is pretty bad so now i'm thinkin about going with a 45 profile instead of 40. How much finger gap do you have in the front and rear? You got a closeup pick of the front gap? haha.....thanks

Those are the only pics I have right now




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