Rank your Mods
10-01-2006, 10:29 PM
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Rank your Mods
I'm trying to get together a thread on what everyone's favorite modifications are to their own TSX, to get an idea what makes the most difference to you.
Please rank your modifications, from 1 to 5, one being the mod that you like the most or makes the most difference in performance, aesthetics, etc. This might be good for noobs who are about to start modding, to give them a place to start.
As for me, I haven't done much to my car, so my list is short:
1. Comptech Icebox - increases responsiveness, not sure power changes a whole lot. Sounds marvelous, much more open and bassy than stock. Head turning in a parking structure, tunnel, etc.
2. M3 Lip Spoiler - subtle aesthetic change. No performance change of course.
Moderators, if this is a repost, please feel free to close this. However, I think it might be good to start something new like this, since any old thread might have old info, and those with mods from 04 and 05s have lived with them for awhile and can give us a better impression.
Please rank your modifications, from 1 to 5, one being the mod that you like the most or makes the most difference in performance, aesthetics, etc. This might be good for noobs who are about to start modding, to give them a place to start.
As for me, I haven't done much to my car, so my list is short:
1. Comptech Icebox - increases responsiveness, not sure power changes a whole lot. Sounds marvelous, much more open and bassy than stock. Head turning in a parking structure, tunnel, etc.
2. M3 Lip Spoiler - subtle aesthetic change. No performance change of course.
Moderators, if this is a repost, please feel free to close this. However, I think it might be good to start something new like this, since any old thread might have old info, and those with mods from 04 and 05s have lived with them for awhile and can give us a better impression.
10-01-2006, 10:37 PM
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1. Jtso
2. CG2004TSX
3. Dan
err... wrong mods, sorry
1. RSB, inexpensive and impacts the car every time you drive
2. CAI intake, makes it more fun to drive the car when it roars
3. Short Shifter, you feel it every time you change gears, feels much sportier
4. OEM kit, relatively inexpensive for what you get, comes painted perfectly from the factory
5. Hondata
2. CG2004TSX
3. Dan
err... wrong mods, sorry
1. RSB, inexpensive and impacts the car every time you drive
2. CAI intake, makes it more fun to drive the car when it roars
3. Short Shifter, you feel it every time you change gears, feels much sportier
4. OEM kit, relatively inexpensive for what you get, comes painted perfectly from the factory
5. Hondata
10-01-2006, 10:53 PM
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1) Tein Basics Coilovers = Dramatically turns an Acura Sedan into the look of a Luxury Sports Sedan that has a look of a BMW 3 Series or an Audi A4 Wheel Gap.
2) LED Conversion = e.i. White LED's for the License Plate bulb Looks similar to the Lexus lights
3) Hondata ECU reflash = Extra Punch in the higher RPM's
4) Progress RSB = Inexpensive but instant handling improvement
5) M3 Lip Spoiler = Inexpensive but subtle aesthetic improvement
All these mods I feel Improve the TSX into more Euro Styling similar to BMW or Audi
2) LED Conversion = e.i. White LED's for the License Plate bulb Looks similar to the Lexus lights
3) Hondata ECU reflash = Extra Punch in the higher RPM's
4) Progress RSB = Inexpensive but instant handling improvement
5) M3 Lip Spoiler = Inexpensive but subtle aesthetic improvement
All these mods I feel Improve the TSX into more Euro Styling similar to BMW or Audi
10-01-2006, 11:02 PM
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Driver/Detailer
1. RSB. Best bang for your buck
2. Apexi SRI with custom airbox. Noticeable power increase AFTER making the airbox. Sounds great too.
3. RSX-S gearknob. Stock AUDM Accord Euros come with a shitty leather-wrapped PLASTIC knob which flexed when shifting. I'd always get a grind into 2nd because the shifts were not precise. No problem with the RSX-S aluminium knob.
4. Cusco Strut bar. Best bling for your buck.
5. Cusco Underbrace. No one knows you have it, but you are proud to have something that many people would go "HUH?????" when you mention it.
2. Apexi SRI with custom airbox. Noticeable power increase AFTER making the airbox. Sounds great too.
3. RSX-S gearknob. Stock AUDM Accord Euros come with a shitty leather-wrapped PLASTIC knob which flexed when shifting. I'd always get a grind into 2nd because the shifts were not precise. No problem with the RSX-S aluminium knob.
4. Cusco Strut bar. Best bling for your buck.
5. Cusco Underbrace. No one knows you have it, but you are proud to have something that many people would go "HUH?????" when you mention it.
10-01-2006, 11:51 PM
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1. RSX-S 2nd gear
2. RSX-S 3rd gear
3. RSX-S 4th gear
4. RSX-S 5th gear
Seriously...
1. Gear swaps - the k24A2 comes alive with closer gears. Additionally, the dreaded "2nd gear grind" is a thing of the past with the post-TSB (RSX 05/06) gear designs.
2. Comptech header - although adding it after reflash and CAI probably maximized it, the butt dyno says it added the most power
3. Aspec suspension - minimized roll and brake dive
4. Injen CAI - better midrange power and great sound
2. RSX-S 3rd gear
3. RSX-S 4th gear
4. RSX-S 5th gear
Seriously...
1. Gear swaps - the k24A2 comes alive with closer gears. Additionally, the dreaded "2nd gear grind" is a thing of the past with the post-TSB (RSX 05/06) gear designs.
2. Comptech header - although adding it after reflash and CAI probably maximized it, the butt dyno says it added the most power
3. Aspec suspension - minimized roll and brake dive
4. Injen CAI - better midrange power and great sound
10-02-2006, 12:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Black_6spd
1. RSX-S 2nd gear
2. RSX-S 3rd gear
3. RSX-S 4th gear
4. RSX-S 5th gear
Seriously...
1. Gear swaps - the k24A2 comes alive with closer gears. Additionally, the dreaded "2nd gear grind" is a thing of the past with the post-TSB (RSX 05/06) gear designs.
2. Comptech header - although adding it after reflash and CAI probably maximized it, the butt dyno says it added the most power
3. Aspec suspension - minimized roll and brake dive
4. Injen CAI - better midrange power and great sound
2. RSX-S 3rd gear
3. RSX-S 4th gear
4. RSX-S 5th gear
Seriously...
1. Gear swaps - the k24A2 comes alive with closer gears. Additionally, the dreaded "2nd gear grind" is a thing of the past with the post-TSB (RSX 05/06) gear designs.
2. Comptech header - although adding it after reflash and CAI probably maximized it, the butt dyno says it added the most power
3. Aspec suspension - minimized roll and brake dive
4. Injen CAI - better midrange power and great sound
10-02-2006, 09:06 AM
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She said: it's GINORMOUS!
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1. Jtso
2. CG2004TSX
3. Dan
err... wrong mods, sorry
2. CG2004TSX
3. Dan
err... wrong mods, sorry
- i noticed Dan is no longer a mod??!definitely what i use the most daily,
Comptech RSB
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10-02-2006, 09:20 AM
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Originally Posted by CarbonGray Earl
Reflash ranks below these?
I forgot about that...Revised:
1. Gear swaps - the k24A2 comes alive with closer gears. Additionally, the dreaded "2nd gear grind" is a thing of the past with the post-TSB (RSX 05/06) gear designs.
2. Comptech header - although adding it after reflash and CAI probably maximized it, the butt dyno says it added the most power
3. Aspec suspension - minimized roll and brake dive
4. Hondata Reflash - opens the K up (with bolt-ons of course)
5. Injen CAI - better midrange power and great sound
10-02-2006, 09:33 AM
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1. Its a combo (CT Header and RT Cat)
2. Hondata
3. Lowering, RSB, summer tires
4. Key mod along with Windows Up/One-Touch Sunroof/VSA off mods
5. Hood shocks and CT short shifter
6. Winter tires (must have if you get snow)
7. CT Icebox (running without the resonator works fine enough)
8. CT Cat back exhaust
2. Hondata
3. Lowering, RSB, summer tires
4. Key mod along with Windows Up/One-Touch Sunroof/VSA off mods
5. Hood shocks and CT short shifter
6. Winter tires (must have if you get snow)
7. CT Icebox (running without the resonator works fine enough)
8. CT Cat back exhaust
10-02-2006, 09:40 AM
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mrgold35
1. OEM body kit w/ wing spoiler – TSX has great lines, better lines with a body kit.
2. Aftermarket rims – To improve its luxury/sport car looks
3. 3M window tint, 3M clear bra on front, headlights and fogs – protect the luxury appearance for years to come
4. Metal trim kit/Acura racing pedals – dress up the already best in class interior
5. All weather floor mats/350Z cargo net/trunk tray – Still need to take the kid to soccer practice/games.
6. Performance/suspension mods will come later.
2. Aftermarket rims – To improve its luxury/sport car looks
3. 3M window tint, 3M clear bra on front, headlights and fogs – protect the luxury appearance for years to come
4. Metal trim kit/Acura racing pedals – dress up the already best in class interior
5. All weather floor mats/350Z cargo net/trunk tray – Still need to take the kid to soccer practice/games.
6. Performance/suspension mods will come later.
10-02-2006, 11:14 AM
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1. Progress RSB
2. Hondata (barely #2 behind RSB, which does so much for so little)
3. Comptech Icebox
4. Topspeed Header
5. RT Cat
All others fall below, and I'm not even considering my many a/v mods.
2. Hondata (barely #2 behind RSB, which does so much for so little)
3. Comptech Icebox
4. Topspeed Header
5. RT Cat
All others fall below, and I'm not even considering my many a/v mods.
10-02-2006, 03:00 PM
#12
I have to break them down to different categories as many are equally effective.
Engine:
1. Hondata reflash - This is how the factory ECU programming should be.
1. DC header - Low cost performance. Pay attention to the flex pipe.
1. UR underdrive pulleys - Faster reving engine rpm. Nice gain throughout the rpm range.
1. Metal CAT - One of the best high flow CATs available. No CEL.
2. Big bore TB - Nice hp gain throughout the entire rpm range.
2. K&N intake - Excellent quality and mounting hardware. Little or no low-end loss.
3. Oil catch can - Very effective in collecting oil in the PCV system.
3. Tanabe MT exhaust - One of the quietest catbacks on the market. It does get louder after awhile.
4. Hondata heat shield gasket - Keeps the intake manifold cooler.
4. Intake manifold gasket - Works with the Hondata gasket to further reduce intake temp.
4. TB coolant bypass - Low cost mod to reduce intake air temp.
5. Optima red top battery - Higher output
5. Ceramic coated intake manifold - Helps to reduce intake air temp.
Transmission:
1. Custom shift knob - Larger and heavier to make shifting smoother.
1. Neuspeed short shifter - Reduces shift throw
2. GM synchromesh MTL - Improves shifting especially high rpm 1st to 2nd gear.
3. Metal shifter cable bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter housing.
3. Metal shifter housing bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter linkage
Suspension:
1. Tein Flex coilovers - Firm but comfortable ride. Height adjustment without affecting spring preload. 16 steps damper adjustments.
2. Progress RSB with poly bushings - Most compatible RSB with aftermarket exhaust systems.
2. Custom engine torque damper - Reduces or eliminates wheel hops.
2. Ingalls rear camber kit - Allows camber and toe adjustment.
3. Comptech upper strut tower bar - The only strut bar that utilizes all OEM accessory mountings (fuse box, APS, foglight relay. Etc.)
4. Cusco type 2 lower brace - Looks good and provides addition lower chasiss support. Can also be used as handle bar when sliding back and forth under the car on a creeper.
Wheels & Tires:
1. Michelin PS2 - Light weight and sticky.
1. SSR GT2 - Light weight.
Brakes:
1. Hawks ceramic pads - Very low dust and excellent street performance.
2. Goodridge SS lines - Helps distribute brake pressure to where it should be without flexing.
Exterior:
1. OEM body kit - Looks good and pre-painted from the factory.
2. Rear lip spoiler - Looks okay and cheap.
Engine:
1. Hondata reflash - This is how the factory ECU programming should be.
1. DC header - Low cost performance. Pay attention to the flex pipe.
1. UR underdrive pulleys - Faster reving engine rpm. Nice gain throughout the rpm range.
1. Metal CAT - One of the best high flow CATs available. No CEL.
2. Big bore TB - Nice hp gain throughout the entire rpm range.
2. K&N intake - Excellent quality and mounting hardware. Little or no low-end loss.
3. Oil catch can - Very effective in collecting oil in the PCV system.
3. Tanabe MT exhaust - One of the quietest catbacks on the market. It does get louder after awhile.
4. Hondata heat shield gasket - Keeps the intake manifold cooler.
4. Intake manifold gasket - Works with the Hondata gasket to further reduce intake temp.
4. TB coolant bypass - Low cost mod to reduce intake air temp.
5. Optima red top battery - Higher output
5. Ceramic coated intake manifold - Helps to reduce intake air temp.
Transmission:
1. Custom shift knob - Larger and heavier to make shifting smoother.
1. Neuspeed short shifter - Reduces shift throw
2. GM synchromesh MTL - Improves shifting especially high rpm 1st to 2nd gear.
3. Metal shifter cable bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter housing.
3. Metal shifter housing bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter linkage
Suspension:
1. Tein Flex coilovers - Firm but comfortable ride. Height adjustment without affecting spring preload. 16 steps damper adjustments.
2. Progress RSB with poly bushings - Most compatible RSB with aftermarket exhaust systems.
2. Custom engine torque damper - Reduces or eliminates wheel hops.
2. Ingalls rear camber kit - Allows camber and toe adjustment.
3. Comptech upper strut tower bar - The only strut bar that utilizes all OEM accessory mountings (fuse box, APS, foglight relay. Etc.)
4. Cusco type 2 lower brace - Looks good and provides addition lower chasiss support. Can also be used as handle bar when sliding back and forth under the car on a creeper.
Wheels & Tires:
1. Michelin PS2 - Light weight and sticky.
1. SSR GT2 - Light weight.
Brakes:
1. Hawks ceramic pads - Very low dust and excellent street performance.
2. Goodridge SS lines - Helps distribute brake pressure to where it should be without flexing.
Exterior:
1. OEM body kit - Looks good and pre-painted from the factory.
2. Rear lip spoiler - Looks okay and cheap.
10-03-2006, 03:51 AM
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Originally Posted by JTso
I have to break them down to different categories as many are equally effective.
Engine:
1. Hondata reflash - This is how the factory ECU programming should be.
1. DC header - Low cost performance. Pay attention to the flex pipe.
1. UR underdrive pulleys - Faster reving engine rpm. Nice gain throughout the rpm range.
1. Metal CAT - One of the best high flow CATs available. No CEL.
2. Big bore TB - Nice hp gain throughout the entire rpm range.
2. K&N intake - Excellent quality and mounting hardware. Little or no low-end loss.
3. Oil catch can - Very effective in collecting oil in the PCV system.
3. Tanabe MT exhaust - One of the quietest catbacks on the market. It does get louder after awhile.
4. Hondata heat shield gasket - Keeps the intake manifold cooler.
4. Intake manifold gasket - Works with the Hondata gasket to further reduce intake temp.
4. TB coolant bypass - Low cost mod to reduce intake air temp.
5. Optima red top battery - Higher output
5. Ceramic coated intake manifold - Helps to reduce intake air temp.
Transmission:
1. Custom shift knob - Larger and heavier to make shifting smoother.
1. Neuspeed short shifter - Reduces shift throw
2. GM synchromesh MTL - Improves shifting especially high rpm 1st to 2nd gear.
3. Metal shifter cable bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter housing.
3. Metal shifter housing bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter linkage
Suspension:
1. Tein Flex coilovers - Firm but comfortable ride. Height adjustment without affecting spring preload. 16 steps damper adjustments.
2. Progress RSB with poly bushings - Most compatible RSB with aftermarket exhaust systems.
2. Custom engine torque damper - Reduces or eliminates wheel hops.
2. Ingalls rear camber kit - Allows camber and toe adjustment.
3. Comptech upper strut tower bar - The only strut bar that utilizes all OEM accessory mountings (fuse box, APS, foglight relay. Etc.)
4. Cusco type 2 lower brace - Looks good and provides addition lower chasiss support. Can also be used as handle bar when sliding back and forth under the car on a creeper.
Wheels & Tires:
1. Michelin PS2 - Light weight and sticky.
1. SSR GT2 - Light weight.
Brakes:
1. Hawks ceramic pads - Very low dust and excellent street performance.
2. Goodridge SS lines - Helps distribute brake pressure to where it should be without flexing.
Exterior:
1. OEM body kit - Looks good and pre-painted from the factory.
2. Rear lip spoiler - Looks okay and cheap.
Engine:
1. Hondata reflash - This is how the factory ECU programming should be.
1. DC header - Low cost performance. Pay attention to the flex pipe.
1. UR underdrive pulleys - Faster reving engine rpm. Nice gain throughout the rpm range.
1. Metal CAT - One of the best high flow CATs available. No CEL.
2. Big bore TB - Nice hp gain throughout the entire rpm range.
2. K&N intake - Excellent quality and mounting hardware. Little or no low-end loss.
3. Oil catch can - Very effective in collecting oil in the PCV system.
3. Tanabe MT exhaust - One of the quietest catbacks on the market. It does get louder after awhile.
4. Hondata heat shield gasket - Keeps the intake manifold cooler.
4. Intake manifold gasket - Works with the Hondata gasket to further reduce intake temp.
4. TB coolant bypass - Low cost mod to reduce intake air temp.
5. Optima red top battery - Higher output
5. Ceramic coated intake manifold - Helps to reduce intake air temp.
Transmission:
1. Custom shift knob - Larger and heavier to make shifting smoother.
1. Neuspeed short shifter - Reduces shift throw
2. GM synchromesh MTL - Improves shifting especially high rpm 1st to 2nd gear.
3. Metal shifter cable bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter housing.
3. Metal shifter housing bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter linkage
Suspension:
1. Tein Flex coilovers - Firm but comfortable ride. Height adjustment without affecting spring preload. 16 steps damper adjustments.
2. Progress RSB with poly bushings - Most compatible RSB with aftermarket exhaust systems.
2. Custom engine torque damper - Reduces or eliminates wheel hops.
2. Ingalls rear camber kit - Allows camber and toe adjustment.
3. Comptech upper strut tower bar - The only strut bar that utilizes all OEM accessory mountings (fuse box, APS, foglight relay. Etc.)
4. Cusco type 2 lower brace - Looks good and provides addition lower chasiss support. Can also be used as handle bar when sliding back and forth under the car on a creeper.
Wheels & Tires:
1. Michelin PS2 - Light weight and sticky.
1. SSR GT2 - Light weight.
Brakes:
1. Hawks ceramic pads - Very low dust and excellent street performance.
2. Goodridge SS lines - Helps distribute brake pressure to where it should be without flexing.
Exterior:
1. OEM body kit - Looks good and pre-painted from the factory.
2. Rear lip spoiler - Looks okay and cheap.
Jtso,
What is the Metal Cat? Is that another high flow cat, better than Random Tech?
KC
10-03-2006, 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by kaikai114
Jtso,
What is the Metal Cat? Is that another high flow cat, better than Random Tech?
KC
What is the Metal Cat? Is that another high flow cat, better than Random Tech?
KC
There isn't any bolt-on Metal' CAT available for the TSX. It has to be custom made.
10-04-2006, 09:22 PM
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1. Hondata Reflash
2. Hondata IMG (bang for the buck)
3. Unorthodox Racing Pulleys
4. Comptech Headers
5. RT Cat
6. Fujita CAI
7. Tanabe Sustec Pro II
8. Neon Blue Ineterior
9. 12" Solo-Baric Sub
10. Viper 791XV w Remote Start
11. Acura Moonroof/Window visors
12. Alpine 540 digital amp
13. 30% smoke tints
14. Icon 9" flip down dvd
15. Infinity Kappa 6x9's
16. JDM voltage stabilizer
2. Hondata IMG (bang for the buck)
3. Unorthodox Racing Pulleys
4. Comptech Headers
5. RT Cat
6. Fujita CAI
7. Tanabe Sustec Pro II
8. Neon Blue Ineterior
9. 12" Solo-Baric Sub
10. Viper 791XV w Remote Start
11. Acura Moonroof/Window visors
12. Alpine 540 digital amp
13. 30% smoke tints
14. Icon 9" flip down dvd
15. Infinity Kappa 6x9's
16. JDM voltage stabilizer
10-04-2006, 09:36 PM
#17
I don't have much mods. My main goal was to have nice looking ride that can handle well. So my ranking is based on that.
1. TEIN TypeFLEX coilovers
2. Progress rear swaybar
3. Spoon adj. front UCA's and Ingall rear camber kit
4. Volk GT-7 wheels
5. Hondata reflash
6. OEM body kit
7. Hawk HPS brake pads
1. TEIN TypeFLEX coilovers
2. Progress rear swaybar
3. Spoon adj. front UCA's and Ingall rear camber kit
4. Volk GT-7 wheels
5. Hondata reflash
6. OEM body kit
7. Hawk HPS brake pads
10-05-2006, 03:57 PM
#19
Originally Posted by KapVu
If you have a 5AT, what mods would/could you do to your transmission? Is it possible to do the same mods at a 6MT?
10-05-2006, 04:30 PM
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Engine:
1. Comptech Supercharger
2. Hondata Reflash
3. Comptech Icebox
4. RT Cat
5. Custom A Pipe by JTso
6. DC Header
Engine monitoring:
1. Brockway R920 with shift light
2. PLX M300 Standalone Wideband O2 sensor
3. Brockway Prototype MAP Sensor/Boost Monitor
Transmission:
1. 06 TSX Shift Knob
Suspension:
1. Comptech RSB
2. Tanabe Coilovers
3. Neuspeed Upper Strut Tie Bar
4. SPC Camber kit
Wheels & Tires:
1. Advan Kruezer Series X
2. Dunlop 225/40 tires
Brakes:
1. RacingBrake Front Rotors
2. Hawk HPS F & R Pads
Exterior:
1. OEM body kit
2. Spoon Replica spoiler
Electronics:
1. Aftermarket alarm with Battery backup, tilt sensor, Piezo Siren, glass break mic
2. Pioneer AVIC-N3
3. Nokia Bluetooth phone kit
4. Pioneer Ipod IB100 w/ 60GB Ipod Video
5. Pioneer P6400 TV tuner
6. Pioneer Sirius SIR PN1 tuner
1. Comptech Supercharger
2. Hondata Reflash
3. Comptech Icebox
4. RT Cat
5. Custom A Pipe by JTso
6. DC Header
Engine monitoring:
1. Brockway R920 with shift light
2. PLX M300 Standalone Wideband O2 sensor
3. Brockway Prototype MAP Sensor/Boost Monitor
Transmission:
1. 06 TSX Shift Knob
Suspension:
1. Comptech RSB
2. Tanabe Coilovers
3. Neuspeed Upper Strut Tie Bar
4. SPC Camber kit
Wheels & Tires:
1. Advan Kruezer Series X
2. Dunlop 225/40 tires
Brakes:
1. RacingBrake Front Rotors
2. Hawk HPS F & R Pads
Exterior:
1. OEM body kit
2. Spoon Replica spoiler
Electronics:
1. Aftermarket alarm with Battery backup, tilt sensor, Piezo Siren, glass break mic
2. Pioneer AVIC-N3
3. Nokia Bluetooth phone kit
4. Pioneer Ipod IB100 w/ 60GB Ipod Video
5. Pioneer P6400 TV tuner
6. Pioneer Sirius SIR PN1 tuner
10-14-2006, 06:26 PM
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1. Hondata reflash
2. DC Header
3. Random Cat
4. XM radio (I have an '04)
5. SRI -- I love the sound and throttle response compared with CAI or OEM
6. Unorthodox pulleys -- real dyno didn't show much but butt dyno felt them immed.
7. Alpine Type S speakers -- the sound difference is remarkable
8. Comptech RSB -- cheap and easy, but the creaking bushings are a pain
9. Comptech Short shifter
10. Avon M550s -- dry & wet grip are great, softer sidewall and heavier are detractions
2. DC Header
3. Random Cat
4. XM radio (I have an '04)
5. SRI -- I love the sound and throttle response compared with CAI or OEM
6. Unorthodox pulleys -- real dyno didn't show much but butt dyno felt them immed.
7. Alpine Type S speakers -- the sound difference is remarkable
8. Comptech RSB -- cheap and easy, but the creaking bushings are a pain
9. Comptech Short shifter
10. Avon M550s -- dry & wet grip are great, softer sidewall and heavier are detractions
05-02-2007, 02:14 AM
#23
1. Hondata ECU REFLASH- still can't get over how much it changes the way this car performs ($595)
2. Comptech Rear Sway bar- so fun to drive with ($110)
3. Comptech Short Shifter - makes the throw so much shorter and precise ($60)
4. Injen CAI- good power for the money ($250)
5. Tein S-tech - good solution for a temporary tasteful drop ($160)
6. Euro R Grille - really should be higher on this list, but it really isn't that practical, nice though ($140 used)
7. Tint- you gotta have it ($200)
8. black-taped window trim - love the way it looks, will get the trim painted somehow ($30)
2. Comptech Rear Sway bar- so fun to drive with ($110)
3. Comptech Short Shifter - makes the throw so much shorter and precise ($60)
4. Injen CAI- good power for the money ($250)
5. Tein S-tech - good solution for a temporary tasteful drop ($160)
6. Euro R Grille - really should be higher on this list, but it really isn't that practical, nice though ($140 used)
7. Tint- you gotta have it ($200)
8. black-taped window trim - love the way it looks, will get the trim painted somehow ($30)
05-02-2007, 10:18 AM
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T.DoT P.I.M.P. lol
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1. BuddyClub Racing Spec Damper + Comptech RSB + Cusco Lower Brace II
2. Injen CAI + DC Header + High-flow Cat
3. UR 3pcs lightweight Pulleys
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100. OEM Tires........ lol
2. Injen CAI + DC Header + High-flow Cat
3. UR 3pcs lightweight Pulleys
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100. OEM Tires........ lol
05-02-2007, 11:11 AM
#27
I Quit
ok some of my parts are in the mail right now lol, but I want to join the club!
1. Comptech RSB w/poly bushings - improves handeling alot, great bang for the buck
2. Injen SRI/CAI - more responsive and SRI for winter and CAI for summer
3. Comptech Cat-Back - Nice throaty sound, more bling value than anything, ties the back of the car together.
4. RT Cat (in the mail) - Not sure yet, but from what I've read, good gains, and more sound
5. Comptech Short Shifter - Easy to install, makes every shift quicker and smoother
6. Neuspeed FSB - Tighter steering feel nice bling factor
7. Mugen Shift Knob - A little heavier than stock, awesome bling factor
8. Aspec kit - makes the car appear lower, wider, and more aggressive
9. Mugen Window Visors (in the mail) - not sure yet, but I like the pics I've seen, we'll see
10. Xenonspecialist M3 Lip Spoiler (in the mail) - Pics I've seen look great.
11. 8000K HID replacement (in the mail) - I like to be a bit different, plus I love blue
12. Hoen Enduarance Yellow Fogs (in the mail) - Same as above, and hoen looks like a great brand
13. 20% tint - adds to a clean luxury look
14. Byson's navi hack - why not? it's fun!
1. Comptech RSB w/poly bushings - improves handeling alot, great bang for the buck
2. Injen SRI/CAI - more responsive and SRI for winter and CAI for summer
3. Comptech Cat-Back - Nice throaty sound, more bling value than anything, ties the back of the car together.
4. RT Cat (in the mail) - Not sure yet, but from what I've read, good gains, and more sound
5. Comptech Short Shifter - Easy to install, makes every shift quicker and smoother
6. Neuspeed FSB - Tighter steering feel nice bling factor
7. Mugen Shift Knob - A little heavier than stock, awesome bling factor
8. Aspec kit - makes the car appear lower, wider, and more aggressive
9. Mugen Window Visors (in the mail) - not sure yet, but I like the pics I've seen, we'll see
10. Xenonspecialist M3 Lip Spoiler (in the mail) - Pics I've seen look great.
11. 8000K HID replacement (in the mail) - I like to be a bit different, plus I love blue
12. Hoen Enduarance Yellow Fogs (in the mail) - Same as above, and hoen looks like a great brand
13. 20% tint - adds to a clean luxury look
14. Byson's navi hack - why not? it's fun!
05-02-2007, 11:30 AM
#28
1. lip kit
2. koni neuspeed combo
3. LED fogs
4. LED door handle lights
5. JL 12" w3v2's
6. LED footwell lighting
7. 35% tint
8. Optima yellow top battery
9. LED license plate lights
10. All other LED lighting
11. RB rotors Hawk HPS combo
Maybe different pads will make me put
this at the #3 spot. Need to re-bed the pads because the F@$king rotors feel
warped again
12. M3 spoiler
14. Black center grille fin
15. debadged
16. philips diamond vision 5000k h1 highbeams
Need more mods
2. koni neuspeed combo
3. LED fogs
4. LED door handle lights
5. JL 12" w3v2's
6. LED footwell lighting
7. 35% tint
8. Optima yellow top battery
9. LED license plate lights
10. All other LED lighting
11. RB rotors Hawk HPS combo
Maybe different pads will make me putthis at the #3 spot. Need to re-bed the pads because the F@$king rotors feel
warped again
12. M3 spoiler
14. Black center grille fin
15. debadged
16. philips diamond vision 5000k h1 highbeams
Need more mods
05-02-2007, 11:38 AM
#29
Safety Car
Thread Starter
Originally Posted by CarbonGray Earl
I'm trying to get together a thread on what everyone's favorite modifications are to their own TSX, to get an idea what makes the most difference to you.
Please rank your modifications, from 1 to 5, one being the mod that you like the most or makes the most difference in performance, aesthetics, etc. This might be good for noobs who are about to start modding, to give them a place to start.
As for me, I haven't done much to my car, so my list is short:
1. Comptech Icebox - increases responsiveness, not sure power changes a whole lot. Sounds marvelous, much more open and bassy than stock. Head turning in a parking structure, tunnel, etc.
2. M3 Lip Spoiler - subtle aesthetic change. No performance change of course.
Moderators, if this is a repost, please feel free to close this. However, I think it might be good to start something new like this, since any old thread might have old info, and those with mods from 04 and 05s have lived with them for awhile and can give us a better impression.
Please rank your modifications, from 1 to 5, one being the mod that you like the most or makes the most difference in performance, aesthetics, etc. This might be good for noobs who are about to start modding, to give them a place to start.
As for me, I haven't done much to my car, so my list is short:
1. Comptech Icebox - increases responsiveness, not sure power changes a whole lot. Sounds marvelous, much more open and bassy than stock. Head turning in a parking structure, tunnel, etc.
2. M3 Lip Spoiler - subtle aesthetic change. No performance change of course.
Moderators, if this is a repost, please feel free to close this. However, I think it might be good to start something new like this, since any old thread might have old info, and those with mods from 04 and 05s have lived with them for awhile and can give us a better impression.
1. Comptech Header - Talk about freeing up the engine. It revs quicker and there is more torque at every point in the powerband. The part itself has a nice finish and welds are nice. Much lighter than stock. Its a great mod, easy to self-install.
2. Comptech RSB - Noticably reduces body roll. Makes it a bit easier to induce a slide with my balding tires though. I would like to couple this with a strut bar. Easy to self-install as well.
3. Comptech Icebox
4. m3 lip spoiler - Mad downforce at 1,000 mph.
With these items, my TSX feels like a sharper version of itself even if it still looks stock on the outside. I'm looking forward to throwing on the A-spec suspension that I have sitting in my garage, and some lightweight (< 15 lbs.) wheels.
05-03-2007, 10:04 PM
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1. a2 crank pulley
2. TSX IM
3. OEM Intake Mod
4. TL RSB
5. Oil Catch Can
6. TBB
7. Custom Exhaust(has a leak, getting it redone with new muffler. oem muffler has to go)
yeah my list is small. but it's mostly oem honda parts. can't do oem forever; first aftermarket part i will be getting is a DC Header. damn that should've been the first thing i got lol.
2. TSX IM
3. OEM Intake Mod
4. TL RSB
5. Oil Catch Can
6. TBB
7. Custom Exhaust(has a leak, getting it redone with new muffler. oem muffler has to go)
yeah my list is small. but it's mostly oem honda parts. can't do oem forever; first aftermarket part i will be getting is a DC Header. damn that should've been the first thing i got lol.
05-03-2007, 10:31 PM
#31
Use all 3 Pedals at once
Originally Posted by JTso
I have to break them down to different categories as many are equally effective.
Engine:
1. Hondata reflash - This is how the factory ECU programming should be.
1. DC header - Low cost performance. Pay attention to the flex pipe.
1. UR underdrive pulleys - Faster reving engine rpm. Nice gain throughout the rpm range.
1. Metal CAT - One of the best high flow CATs available. No CEL.
2. Big bore TB - Nice hp gain throughout the entire rpm range.
2. K&N intake - Excellent quality and mounting hardware. Little or no low-end loss.
3. Oil catch can - Very effective in collecting oil in the PCV system.
3. Tanabe MT exhaust - One of the quietest catbacks on the market. It does get louder after awhile.
4. Hondata heat shield gasket - Keeps the intake manifold cooler.
4. Intake manifold gasket - Works with the Hondata gasket to further reduce intake temp.
4. TB coolant bypass - Low cost mod to reduce intake air temp.
5. Optima red top battery - Higher output
5. Ceramic coated intake manifold - Helps to reduce intake air temp.
Transmission:
1. Custom shift knob - Larger and heavier to make shifting smoother.
1. Neuspeed short shifter - Reduces shift throw
2. GM synchromesh MTL - Improves shifting especially high rpm 1st to 2nd gear.
3. Metal shifter cable bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter housing.
3. Metal shifter housing bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter linkage
Suspension:
1. Tein Flex coilovers - Firm but comfortable ride. Height adjustment without affecting spring preload. 16 steps damper adjustments.
2. Progress RSB with poly bushings - Most compatible RSB with aftermarket exhaust systems.
2. Custom engine torque damper - Reduces or eliminates wheel hops.
2. Ingalls rear camber kit - Allows camber and toe adjustment.
3. Comptech upper strut tower bar - The only strut bar that utilizes all OEM accessory mountings (fuse box, APS, foglight relay. Etc.)
4. Cusco type 2 lower brace - Looks good and provides addition lower chasiss support. Can also be used as handle bar when sliding back and forth under the car on a creeper.
Wheels & Tires:
1. Michelin PS2 - Light weight and sticky.
1. SSR GT2 - Light weight.
Brakes:
1. Hawks ceramic pads - Very low dust and excellent street performance.
2. Goodridge SS lines - Helps distribute brake pressure to where it should be without flexing.
Exterior:
1. OEM body kit - Looks good and pre-painted from the factory.
2. Rear lip spoiler - Looks okay and cheap.
Engine:
1. Hondata reflash - This is how the factory ECU programming should be.
1. DC header - Low cost performance. Pay attention to the flex pipe.
1. UR underdrive pulleys - Faster reving engine rpm. Nice gain throughout the rpm range.
1. Metal CAT - One of the best high flow CATs available. No CEL.
2. Big bore TB - Nice hp gain throughout the entire rpm range.
2. K&N intake - Excellent quality and mounting hardware. Little or no low-end loss.
3. Oil catch can - Very effective in collecting oil in the PCV system.
3. Tanabe MT exhaust - One of the quietest catbacks on the market. It does get louder after awhile.
4. Hondata heat shield gasket - Keeps the intake manifold cooler.
4. Intake manifold gasket - Works with the Hondata gasket to further reduce intake temp.
4. TB coolant bypass - Low cost mod to reduce intake air temp.
5. Optima red top battery - Higher output
5. Ceramic coated intake manifold - Helps to reduce intake air temp.
Transmission:
1. Custom shift knob - Larger and heavier to make shifting smoother.
1. Neuspeed short shifter - Reduces shift throw
2. GM synchromesh MTL - Improves shifting especially high rpm 1st to 2nd gear.
3. Metal shifter cable bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter housing.
3. Metal shifter housing bushings - Removes slacks from the shifter linkage
Suspension:
1. Tein Flex coilovers - Firm but comfortable ride. Height adjustment without affecting spring preload. 16 steps damper adjustments.
2. Progress RSB with poly bushings - Most compatible RSB with aftermarket exhaust systems.
2. Custom engine torque damper - Reduces or eliminates wheel hops.
2. Ingalls rear camber kit - Allows camber and toe adjustment.
3. Comptech upper strut tower bar - The only strut bar that utilizes all OEM accessory mountings (fuse box, APS, foglight relay. Etc.)
4. Cusco type 2 lower brace - Looks good and provides addition lower chasiss support. Can also be used as handle bar when sliding back and forth under the car on a creeper.
Wheels & Tires:
1. Michelin PS2 - Light weight and sticky.
1. SSR GT2 - Light weight.
Brakes:
1. Hawks ceramic pads - Very low dust and excellent street performance.
2. Goodridge SS lines - Helps distribute brake pressure to where it should be without flexing.
Exterior:
1. OEM body kit - Looks good and pre-painted from the factory.
2. Rear lip spoiler - Looks okay and cheap.
Are they put on top of each other to make the gasket thicker?
06-11-2008, 01:39 AM
#33
JTso, this may be a silly question, but which helped more for performance the DC headers or the Underdrive Pulleys, they bought cost around the same, but my friend told me "headers are illegal"? :/
And if I took it to a body shop would they cost more to change headers or pulleys?
And if I took it to a body shop would they cost more to change headers or pulleys?
06-11-2008, 10:12 AM
#34
Team Owner
Originally Posted by losothefatso
JTso, this may be a silly question, but which helped more for performance the DC headers or the Underdrive Pulleys, they bought cost around the same, but my friend told me "headers are illegal"? :/
And if I took it to a body shop would they cost more to change headers or pulleys?
And if I took it to a body shop would they cost more to change headers or pulleys?
A shop should be able to install them at a reasonable rate.
06-11-2008, 03:49 PM
#36
Oh thanks Mr Bonds that clears it up. But that still leaves me with the question of either new pulleyes or headers :/. They both run at the same cost, but which do you actually feel more of a difference or would you rather replace as a first change for engine wise.
Anyone know the labor cost of pulleys?.
Anyone know the labor cost of pulleys?.
06-11-2008, 04:06 PM
#37
Originally Posted by losothefatso
Oh thanks Mr Bonds that clears it up. But that still leaves me with the question of either new pulleyes or headers :/. They both run at the same cost, but which do you actually feel more of a difference or would you rather replace as a first change for engine wise.
Anyone know the labor cost of pulleys?.
Anyone know the labor cost of pulleys?.
I'm not sure about the labor cost, but I have heard the UR pulleys do wonders for your car considering the price and relatively uninvasivness of the install. I don't have either, but from others advice, I would definitely go with the pulleys, hands down.
06-11-2008, 05:37 PM
#38
Team Owner
Based on what I've read, you will feel the benefits of the pulleys throughout the rev range, but particularly in the low rpms where your car will feel like it can spool up faster (there is less rotational mass to overcome). The header will prove its worth at higher rpms when there is more airflow exiting the exhaust manifold more efficiently. It may depend on the type of benefits you are looking for. A quicker jump off the line and a quicker move to the next lane over or more power when you're flat out on the high cam between 6K-7300 rpm.
06-11-2008, 05:40 PM
#39
Originally Posted by jlukja
Based on what I've read, you will feel the benefits of the pulleys throughout the rev range, but particularly in the low rpms where your car will feel like it can spool up faster (there is less rotational mass to overcome). The header will prove its worth at higher rpms when there is more airflow exiting the exhaust manifold more efficiently. It may depend on the type of benefits you are looking for. A quicker jump off the line and a quicker move to the next lane over or more power when you're flat out on the high cam between 6K-7300 rpm.
.....anybody actually do this on a regular basis????
......especially with gas prices????