Traded in my TSX....
02-27-2006 | 09:23 AM
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I notice that the AT has more low end torque as well....that's why i didn't get Injen...since i drive like an old granny, i need more power at lower rpm..
and Dom..can you ask that chick if she dig CG?? if she does, give me her ## and maybe i need to go to Toronto for my insurance from now on
and Dom..can you ask that chick if she dig CG?? if she does, give me her ## and maybe i need to go to Toronto for my insurance from now on
02-27-2006 | 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by jiggaman
are the comptech ICEbox better at reducing the low end torque loss?
Injen Dyno (5AT)
Icebox Dyno (no tranny given)
02-27-2006 | 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Benz_05_TSX
I notice that the AT has more low end torque as well....that's why i didn't get Injen...since i drive like an old granny, i need more power at lower rpm..
and Dom..can you ask that chick if she dig CG?? if she does, give me her ## and maybe i need to go to Toronto for my insurance from now on
and Dom..can you ask that chick if she dig CG?? if she does, give me her ## and maybe i need to go to Toronto for my insurance from now on
Sorry, she's already taken.
02-27-2006 | 09:45 AM
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It's pretty sad when the legs of unknown insurance brokers, the only info we have of which are that 
thought she was young and sexy, are being humped...
thought she was young and sexy, are being humped...But honestly, she sounded hot. I can tell.
02-27-2006 | 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
Almost 3 years years. Like curls, mine was on the road April 03 as well.
02-27-2006 | 05:37 PM
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oops, I mean "this thread is worthless without pics" !!
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Back into Ramblings you go 
edit: ramblings smilies work in here too
representing yO!!!
02-27-2006 | 09:32 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
I spent all afternoon puting the stock intake and resonator back in. (yes all afternoon, I'm not you ) I'll be taking off the sway bar tommorrow.
) I'll be taking off the sway bar tommorrow. 
02-28-2006 | 07:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Street Spirit
Ah-ha!! I found this thread!!!
Well, okay, so there was a link to it
Congrats again on the MT TSX!!! I'm just learning how to drive Standard....so much fun to learn.
Can't wait to see pics!
Well, okay, so there was a link to it
Congrats again on the MT TSX!!! I'm just learning how to drive Standard....so much fun to learn.
Can't wait to see pics!
Has Dan ordered the new clutch yet?
02-28-2006 | 07:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Belzebutt
Did you also remove the turbonator?
Damn right. I spent $500 on that Turbonator.
I again just want to re-iterate that anyone with a AT and CAI should remove it immediatley and return to stock. There is a HUGE difference on the low end. I'm almost regretting getting the MT. Its a different car.
02-28-2006 | 08:28 AM
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Originally Posted by dom
Has Dan ordered the new clutch yet?
I've really been enjoying learning! Have always wanted to. I just don't have a car to practice with besides his, so it's a bit tough. But he said I actually picked it up really quickly--much better than any of the other friends he's taught!
Okay, so I guess I fall for all that mushy stuff...I bet you the new clutch is already in the mail.
02-28-2006 | 08:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Street Spirit
Pffff....Noooo!!
I've really been enjoying learning! Have always wanted to. I just don't have a car to practice with besides his, so it's a bit tough. But he said I actually picked it up really quickly--much better than any of the other friends he's taught!
Okay, so I guess I fall for all that mushy stuff...I bet you the new clutch is already in the mail.
I've really been enjoying learning! Have always wanted to. I just don't have a car to practice with besides his, so it's a bit tough. But he said I actually picked it up really quickly--much better than any of the other friends he's taught!
Okay, so I guess I fall for all that mushy stuff...I bet you the new clutch is already in the mail.
Its always good to know. I taught my wife on my Civic a few years ago but she really never drove it and says she forgot so I guess I'll be giving her lessens this spring.
02-28-2006 | 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by jlukja
02-28-2006 | 09:24 AM
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Originally Posted by dom
Damn right. I spent $500 on that Turbonator.
I again just want to re-iterate that anyone with a AT and CAI should remove it immediatley and return to stock. There is a HUGE difference on the low end. I'm almost regretting getting the MT. Its a different car.
I again just want to re-iterate that anyone with a AT and CAI should remove it immediatley and return to stock. There is a HUGE difference on the low end. I'm almost regretting getting the MT. Its a different car.
02-28-2006 | 09:59 AM
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But, seriously, take a look at the Icebox ... or, the DIY intake that was posted about 6 months ago (similar to Peter_Bigblock's home made one). Personally, I think the larger volume lid of the Icebox makes a big difference in throttle response.
02-28-2006 | 01:15 PM
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Originally Posted by CCColtsicehockey
congrats, I would make the switch but it would take 2 weeks just to return my car to stock although I do still have every stock part I have taken off.
Welcome to the dark side dom
02-28-2006 | 01:18 PM
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Originally Posted by ClutchPerformer
I can't beleive I missed this thread.
Dom! You've finally joined the dark side...
It's funny how no one ever trades their MT in for an AT....
Dom! You've finally joined the dark side...It's funny how no one ever trades their MT in for an AT....
I need Tinky's face in place of Clutch's and the MT/AT switched.
02-28-2006 | 01:31 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
Damn right. I spent $500 on that Turbonator.
I again just want to re-iterate that anyone with a AT and CAI should remove it immediatley and return to stock. There is a HUGE difference on the low end.
I again just want to re-iterate that anyone with a AT and CAI should remove it immediatley and return to stock. There is a HUGE difference on the low end.
Whenever I put my Injen in, I can definitely tell I'm losing some in the low end. The Comptech icebox is much better for the low end. Check out this dyno done by Asahi.
Blue - Injen
Red - Icebox
Green - Stock
02-28-2006 | 01:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Tsx536
Whenever I put my Injen in, I can definitely tell I'm losing some in the low end. The Comptech icebox is much better for the low end. Check out this dyno done by Asahi.
Blue - Injen
Red - Icebox
Green - Stock
Couple of questions. What do you mean by "Whenever I put my Injen in". How often do you switch over and why?
According to that dyno, the stock TSX is pratcically making more power throughout, which is especially strange at the top end of both the HP and Tq curves. ??
02-28-2006 | 02:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Tsx536
Whenever I put my Injen in, I can definitely tell I'm losing some in the low end. The Comptech icebox is much better for the low end. Check out this dyno done by Asahi.
02-28-2006 | 02:09 PM
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Originally Posted by rmpage
That's weird. Why would an intake that chokes off and heats up intake air produce more power? And why only on 5AT vehicles? It makes no sense to me at all.
Me either, but its most definently whats happening.
02-28-2006 | 02:20 PM
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Originally Posted by jlukja
Yeah, not as much low end loss but not as much top end gain.
Injen Dyno (5AT)
Icebox Dyno (no tranny given)
Injen Dyno (5AT)
Icebox Dyno (no tranny given)
Different dynos different cars so take those with a grain of salt. If I remember right(and i'm not sure where the thread is) someone dyno'd back to back injen and icebox and their results showed that low end and top end the icebox was better with the injen stronger in the midrange.
I know what you mean about the low end dom. Even with an icebox(which doesn't lose as much low end) I was very happy to put my stock intake back on after a year or so with the icebox. It made cruising on the freeway much more enjoyable and I loved the quietness.
EDIT: I'm a noob who didn't read through the whole thread before posting.
Only edit my face in there if it says 6at IS350 sport