AJAX87

I am having a little bit of a problem finding the right performance parts for my 08 Tsx? I add a CAI but what can i do after that without going to a shop? I would appricate the feed back

LucasEV

Here is a semi standard list of some performance mods you can do yourself with the right tools and maybe an extra hand.

There is a wealth of info on this site though so you might want to do some searching.

Rear swaybar
Underdrive Pulleys
Comptech Header
Throttle body spacer
Hondata Reflash
High flow catalytic converter

msmching

unless you really have the experience in modifying...

i'll say, go to a professional and do the installation. (better to be safe than to be sorry?)


and i think CAI will be the easiest thing to do only. Others will require a better/bigger tool and stuff.

AJAX87

thanks but how hard is it to put on and intake manifold, throttle body, and a fuel rail?

LucasEV

Not sure but why would you want to do that. Upgrading those parts will not be all that beneficial by themselves and still won't add that much performance when combined with other mods such as K-pro

Excelerate

iTrader: (1)

The basic DIYer should be able to install a header, high flow cat, and exhaust.

dtrain33

you can even install shifter bushings, suspension and strut/sway bar with ease

xjohnkdoex

iTrader: (2)

there is no reflash or k-pro for 07/08 years.

LucasEV

Oh that is unfortunate. Well then I revise my statement. There will be almost no performance benefit from installing intake manifold, and a fuel rail. Not sure about a bored throttle body though. I agree with Excelerate and Dtrain. Just make sure you have a good understanding of the install before you jump in. Read the DIY threads in FAQ

AJAX87

how about gauge holders where do i go about getting one if you understand what i mean?

PrecyseStylez

You mean gauge pods. You dont need them though..

elliott44k

you could always do the comptech short shifter removing the intake resonator

AJAX87

i already have a cai. I need more power. i want my car to go faster their is a lag when you hit the gas off the line.

AJAX87

i need to do more so if anyone could help throw down some of your ideas that would be appricated thanks

carmagnut

That probably has to do more with the Drive-by-Wire system and the curb weight of the car more than anything else. This car is not a 0-60 beast straight out of the gate.

xjohnkdoex

iTrader: (2)

then you better wait for a supercharger that's compatible with the 08 ecu or sell your car for something faster.

LucasEV

Look if you want to keep your car but you want more power start here.

Underdrive Pulleys
Comptech Header
Nag hondata about a reflash for your year

AJAX87

how do you nag hondata?

LucasEV

Ha ha, not sure. Maybe start a poll for all the 07-09 TSX drivers who want a reflash and present it to hondata.

Itchytoe

Could you swap an '06 ECU and imobilizer into an '08, or have there been some engine changes that wouldn't allow it?

PrecyseStylez

Its not worth it to swap ecu's. You figure you need to find an 06 ecu which might run you anywhere from $200 to $300 plus $600 to flash.. But if your willing to do it i guess it wont hurt to try if thats what you really want.

xjohnkdoex

iTrader: (2)

don't nag hondata. nagging won't make them work on the reflash any faster. they already know 07/08 owners would like a reflash available. heeltoe said on the other forum that they're working on it, but it's more like a project they work on in between other major projects. so it's just a matter of when.

Itchytoe

Agreed. Nagging people has one of two results. You either get what you want, or you ensure that you never get it because you pissed off the only people who can get it to you. The latter is far more common.

MrHeeltoe

iTrader: (1)

I'd say a header, high flow cat, and pulleys would be a good step toward a power increase.

AJAX87

Well I just recently order headers and cat back exhaust i am looking into spark plug, spark plug wires and fuel injectors

mrgold35

You could always trade your 08 for an 06 TSX if your current mods will not provide you enuff power for you.

Other than a cheaper price ($15,000-$19,000), there were very minor changes with the 06 compared to the 07/08 TSX. I think the 07/08 TSX have tire pressure monitoring (TPMS), slightly updated Navi (XM traffic?), and a modified ECU which does not allow for Hondata reflash, K-pro, or comptech supercharger. The price difference alone between an 06 compared to an 08 could pay for the engine performance mod needed to get an extra 50-90 extra HP from the 205HP k24.

AJAX87

thanks good to know that info

AJAX87

I put the exhaust and header on no problems at all and got some pic of them