Finally reached the goal that I set out to do

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Old Jan 15, 2014 | 06:09 PM
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Finally reached the goal that I set out to do

It's been a hell of an adventure for me modding this car. But the moment I laid my eyes on other member's cars and their superchargers, I knew one day I wanted to have one of my own.

Not only was I able to purchase one, I was able to tackle the install on my own (with the help of a few buddies). It's definitely one of those things in life where you thought you could never have or do but you look back at it now and say to yourself, "why did I even thought it was impossible".

Well here it is. The final stage and state of my car.




http://www.flickr.com/photos/7157773@N07/11902831974/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/7157773@N07/11902406225/
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Old Jan 15, 2014 | 10:19 PM
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Wow, that's really amazing. One of a kind. A work of art. Great job.

How does it feel on the road?
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Old Jan 16, 2014 | 09:01 AM
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It feels great on the road. Since this is a super charger, I get low end power very quick and easily. VTEC kicks in at 3000 RPM and then I make full boost at 5000 RPM. City driving has greatly improved and that's my favorite part.
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Old Jan 23, 2014 | 04:58 PM
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looks very clean! I bet its a blast to drive. great job!
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Old Jan 23, 2014 | 05:18 PM
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wow! what a wonderful looking ride!

props on the 280hp!
I bet you surprise a lot of people on the road.
280 at about 3300lbs. thats pretty good.

you'd whoop the fuck outta me and my 6 speed TL pushing 250hp at 3400lbs
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Old Jan 23, 2014 | 05:59 PM
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Old Jan 27, 2014 | 11:04 PM
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That engine bay does indeed look like a work of art... not only beautiful but definitely functional. Like you, one day I will have a SC as well.
Who makes the SC and what did you find most challenging about the install? OBTW, kudos to you and your friends for getting it done the DIY way!
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Old Jan 27, 2014 | 11:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Angelito
That engine bay does indeed look like a work of art... not only beautiful but definitely functional. Like you, one day I will have a SC as well.
Who makes the SC and what did you find most challenging about the install? OBTW, kudos to you and your friends for getting it done the DIY way!
The most difficult part of the installation was modifying the fuel pressure regulator in the fuel assembly. Since it was my first time ever seeing and touching something like it, every thing felt like it was really fragile. You then get gasoline spill every where (but they dry up quick) and if you have a full tank of gas (like I did) be prepared to dip your hands into a pool of gas when taking and placing the fuel assembly back in the fuel cage.

Everything else was straight bolt on with very few modifications. The only other modification was cutting the rubber hoses to correct length. CT-Engineering makes this kit for the TSX. I recommend going through HeelToeAuto or Excelerate here on the forums.

http://www.ct-engineering.com/Produc...5/Default.aspx
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Old Mar 21, 2015 | 02:22 PM
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Nice ride. I wanna do ct supercharger on mines. Need that power in my life
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Old Mar 21, 2015 | 02:29 PM
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Wow, very nice!
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Old Mar 21, 2015 | 05:23 PM
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Super clean..props to u sir!
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Old Mar 21, 2015 | 11:18 PM
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Thanks guys! It's been well over a year and I've already put a little over 20k miles on the super charger (daily driven). Weather is getting warmer so its not enjoying the free cold air that it had during the winter.
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Old May 22, 2016 | 06:57 PM
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looks clean !!! nice
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Old Jul 5, 2016 | 06:39 PM
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Looks Sweet! Nicely done.
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Old Mar 6, 2017 | 07:09 AM
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Nice work! Looks and sounds awesome
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