Laz

I picked up my TSX two weeks ago and have not seen another A-spec on the road... So I did a search here and found a pic that had me scratching my head... On my car the dealer placed the emblem just under the "TSX" on the top right of the trunk... Then here I found the pic with it on the lower right of the trunk.. What's the right spot?

bgillette

you paid the extra 5000 for the package?

please tell me you didn't pay that price........

Laz

No it was not that bad.. I would post pics but dont really know how..

1killercls

Who cares if he did. None of your biz what he paid anyway.

Dan Martin

LannyM

Email them to me and I will post them....

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I'm pretty sure the badge is supposed to be below the right taillight.

Ask the dealer for the installation instructions; they will show the "correct" location, although 99.99% of the world doesn't even know what an A-Spec package is. I would guess a large percentage of TSX owners don't even know, only the ones that cruise the message boards.

I'm sure it doesn't look bad where it is now, even if it turns out to be "wrong"...

I took all my badges off, people are always asking me what kind of car it is....

1killercls

debadging rulz.

xaznperswaesonx

plus it looks damn nice. plus .. when a guy who owns a bmw or mb comes up to you and say nice a$$ car .. then finds out it's an acura .. imagine the look on their face! it's priceless!

theARCHITECT

just debadged my car yesterday... looks so damn clean... after i get my a-spec suspension kit i am going to put on the a-spec badge. even if it does go above the tail light i think it looks better below. I know someone's gonna say "you took off your badges and are going to put an a-spec one on?" i know it sounds kinda weird, but the a-spec badge is much smaller than you think. It ads a nice little accent to the back.

Laz

Thanks.... It's a PWP/Nav plus the wood trim kit, floor mats , Aspec.... I didn't get the Aspec rims because I have a set of gun metal ones I'm putting on the car next week when it goes in for tints... I'll send them as soon as I DL them off my camera.

LannyM

Cool, I'll pop em up as soon as I get em...

BTW, did you get my PM? I'm planning on ordering by the middle of next week.....

LannyM

Okay, here's the A-spec pics from Laz.............

sigmachi96

Did Laz not get the 17 A-spec wheels as part of his package? The A-spec logo, according to the instructions I got from my A-spec suspension has the logo going in the bottom left of the trunk. I am getting my A-spec suspension kit installed today and will post before and after pictures.

xizor

what's the point of putting on an a-spec badge if you don't have the package?

LannyM

Yeah, in his e-mail he told me he got everything but rims....

Oh great! That'll be the third spot I've seen the logo .....good thing I'm not putting mine on!

Doh! I should have found a dealer in the eastern part of the country so I could have had mine sooner ...........mine doesn't even arrive til tomorrow!

Can't wait to hear your review.........

Viking

Do you guys know if you can order the TSX A-Spec wheels and the lid spoiler individually? I e-mailed my dealer and he wasn't aware of selling individual parts of the TSX A-spec package.

Press Release:

Torrance, Calif. 07/27/2004 -- The TSX A-SPEC package is the latest high-performance accessory offering from Acura and features a variety of components designed specifically for the TSX. The Acura A-SPEC package for the TSX is priced at $4,330 plus dealer installation and, like all A-SPEC kits, is covered under a full factory warranty. Additionally, the suspension kit can be purchased separately for $800. The TSX A-SPEC kit includes:

High performance shocks and springs
Lightweight 17-inch alloy wheels
Michelin Pilots, all-season tires
Aero kit featuring:
o Air dam
o Chin spoiler
o Side skirts
o Choice of deck lid or rear wing spoiler
A- SPEC badging
"The TSX A-SPEC package builds on the success of the TL A-SPEC accessory package released last year and further strengthens Acura's performance accessory program," said Acura's manager of accessory marketing, Stony Furutani. "The A-SPEC kit enhances the TSX's already sporty performance by adding components like high performance tires and track-tuned shocks and springs."

Acura A- SPEC is a complete dealer installed accessory package that addresses the demands of performance enthusiasts by providing enhanced handling, aggressive looks, quality and durability, while maintaining the legendary Acura driving experience.

Additional Acura information and downloadable high-resolution images are available at www.acuranews.com.

xizor

See if this part actually exists first. I haven't found any dealer (online or real life) that knows a part # for the deck lid.

sigmachi96

Yes, some dealers are selling the A-spec package in pieces. LannyM and myself got the suspension package from a dealership in CA for $575. This dealership also sells the A-spec wheels. To my knowledge an A-spec lip/deck spoiler hasn't been released. I had my dealership look up the part # and one doesn't exist. I ended up purchasing the M3 spoiler on ebay and paint matching it.

Acura of Escondido

dzuy

no offense, but i can't tell the diff between the a-spec tsx and mine wen it was stock with the oem kit. and i thought that the wheels HAD to be a part of the package...

i'm so confused, but 800 for a spec suspension. no thanks. i would rather buy the tein or mugen suspensions for that much.

dzuy

[QUOTE=LannyM]Okay, here's the A-spec pics from Laz.............



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i thought the aspec badge went below the taillights?!?!?

sigmachi96

I agree, I don't think $800 is worth it but I do think $575 is, especially when it doesn't void the warranty. I thought about getting the Mugen suspension for $1000 but why pay that much when you can get a sporter ride for half as much and still keep your warranty.

Viking

I'll probably use the stock for my winter set up and get the A-spec for other seasons. Thanks for the link

miner

Torrance, Calif. 07/27/2004 -- The TSX A-SPEC package is the latest high-performance accessory

Where does High-performance come into play with the A-spec pkg.?

dzuy

in theory,
the upgraded wheel package and the "sport" suspension.

in reality, nothing.

my friend recently bought a 330ci with the m package (sort of equivalent to our a spec package) except he got different exhuast, a new 6 speed tranny...etc etc, ya know, REAL performance upgrades.

Laz

I didn't get the rims because I had my eye on a really nice set of get gun metal ones... And the A-spec rims are really 18" and also have to get tires.. Not like that means anything but it is what it is.

ClutchPerformer

Is it me, or does that car look really tall (wheel gap)? How much is A-Spec supposed to lower?

sigmachi96

For those interested in the A-spec suspension install guide, here it is. I just got mine completed from a local dealership (4 hrs labor + alignment). The TSX drives much more agressively than on stock suspension. The handling is much tighter and I don't get as much of a noise dive when braking. I definitely feel more control taking tight corners.

sigmachi96

sigmachi96

Notice that the instructions have the Honda Performance tag being placed on the bottom left of the trunk.

From the other A-spec vehicles I have seen (TL, RSX), I think the tag looks much better on the bottom right (sorry Laz).

tsxhondatuner

i dont think it has a spec suspension

NJtsx

this thread should be proof that the whole a-spec package from dealers is bogus.....most dealers just consider the OEM body kit and a badge the "a-spec" kit......LAME

sigmachi96

The angle is not the greatest shot to show the drop. As soon as my digital camera gets recharged, I'll post some pictures of my install. Also, the drop is very suttle (about 1 inch) so it may not make that much of a difference to the naked eye.

Laz

That and the street is not even level. But it was the only spot I could find that was out of the sun to take the pic..

theARCHITECT

its too dark to see where the tire ends also

ClutchPerformer

But you can see where the wheel ends. That gives you a pretty good idea.

theARCHITECT

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sigmachi96

Here are some better pictures. Notice the location of where the A-spec badge should really go.

tuan209

are those 225/45/17 tires?

sigmachi96

OZ Chrono Evolutions 17x7 on Bridgestone Potenza Pole Position S03 215-45-17.

They were on my old 02 ABP RSX Type-S. I am waiting until the tread goes so I can purchase a new set. I probably go to 225-45-17 instead of 215-50-17.