Re-badging Instead Of De-Badging
12-16-2006, 01:36 PM
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Re-badging Instead Of De-Badging
I just had this yen to de-badge or re-badge or something-badge my car. Almost an irrational urge, I pondered taking off the TSX, or the Acura and TSX both, or putting on "euro-R" on the lower-right corner of the trunk (quickly ruled out) or even re-doing the whole thing as a Honda Accord Euro R (too extensive, and I like driving an "Acura").
None of that really suited me. Then I thought, well, I've modified my engine quite a bit -- up 32 bhp and 22 lb-ft. Then I came across the exact badge I wanted to add at Heeltoe Automovie. You may or may not like it, but it makes me happy -- just a small indication that my car isn't an ordinary TSX. Let me know what you think -- like it or not, I can take it.
I made measurements of an RSX-S rear badge and used the same location measurements so that it would appear accurate. They're pretty close, just about down to the millimeter. I love it!
None of that really suited me. Then I thought, well, I've modified my engine quite a bit -- up 32 bhp and 22 lb-ft. Then I came across the exact badge I wanted to add at Heeltoe Automovie. You may or may not like it, but it makes me happy -- just a small indication that my car isn't an ordinary TSX. Let me know what you think -- like it or not, I can take it.
I made measurements of an RSX-S rear badge and used the same location measurements so that it would appear accurate. They're pretty close, just about down to the millimeter. I love it!
12-16-2006, 03:43 PM
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if you have a Euro R, and people ask u why u have it, you can say TSX is a Euro R Accord.
if you have A-spec badge on, and people ask u why you have it, you can answer either you have a-spec body kit or a-spec suspension (or both)
if you have the type-s badge on, and people ask you why you have it, you say it's taken from other Acura Model lines, and type S isn't really distinguished in TSX model.
just my opinion...and also reason why i have a-spec badge on with my OEM a-spec body kits.
if you have A-spec badge on, and people ask u why you have it, you can answer either you have a-spec body kit or a-spec suspension (or both)
if you have the type-s badge on, and people ask you why you have it, you say it's taken from other Acura Model lines, and type S isn't really distinguished in TSX model.
just my opinion...and also reason why i have a-spec badge on with my OEM a-spec body kits.
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12-16-2006, 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by joerockt
Not a fan at all 
12-16-2006, 05:45 PM
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Originally Posted by peter_bigblock
I knew you wouldn't be. Out there in Temecula they don't go for this sort of contrivance...
And if it makes you feel better, I've seen my share of posers around here as well. Just because its "orginal" dosent make it kkkkeeewwwllll...Anyway, it dosent make sense to me...But debadging dosent make sense to others...So, whatever...
12-16-2006, 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by joerockt
This from the guy that DIY'ed his intake with parts from Home Depot And if it makes you feel better, I've seen my share of posers around here as well. Just because its "orginal" dosent make it kkkkeeewwwllll...
Anyway, it dosent make sense to me...But debadging dosent make sense to others...So, whatever...
And if it makes you feel better, I've seen my share of posers around here as well. Just because its "orginal" dosent make it kkkkeeewwwllll...Anyway, it dosent make sense to me...But debadging dosent make sense to others...So, whatever...
12-16-2006, 06:07 PM
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Originally Posted by peter_bigblock
Check out my latest thread -- I also DIY'd an SRI heatshield using cardboard from a jogging stroller box and weatherstripping left over from my front door. If that isn't what makes it a TSX-S, then I don't know what does...
I guess you're right 
The TSX Type-S...Now with cardboard!
12-16-2006, 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by joerockt
I guess you're right The TSX Type-S...Now with cardboard!
12-16-2006, 10:05 PM
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mmmmmm....
Originally Posted by xenonhid
Its a nice look but I decided not to do this when I saw a Toyota Corolla with a "Type S" badge.
not sure about corolla but it just doesnt belong to our car.. looks clean though.
12-16-2006, 11:29 PM
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The more I look at it in person, the happier I am. Gotta say it -- I love how it looks, much better (to my eye) than the plain TSX or debadging. I've always wanted to do something, just couldn't settle on what. When I had the TSX badge off (to move it over), I knew I wouldn't like debadging -- too plain for me.
If I didn't have performance mods, I wouldn't have done it (for whatever that's worth). They should make a TSX Type S, keeping the K24 just juicing it up. If I can get 30 hp from bolt-ons, imagine what the Acura dudes could do. Big Brembo brakes, cold-air intake, header, 11:1 compression, hotter cam, etc. They should do it. I'm just on the leading edge of the wave...
Thanks for all the feedback, + or -!
If I didn't have performance mods, I wouldn't have done it (for whatever that's worth). They should make a TSX Type S, keeping the K24 just juicing it up. If I can get 30 hp from bolt-ons, imagine what the Acura dudes could do. Big Brembo brakes, cold-air intake, header, 11:1 compression, hotter cam, etc. They should do it. I'm just on the leading edge of the wave...
Thanks for all the feedback, + or -!
12-16-2006, 11:37 PM
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Originally Posted by jaehshim
if you have a Euro R, and people ask u why u have it, you can say TSX is a Euro R Accord.
if you have A-spec badge on, and people ask u why you have it, you can answer either you have a-spec body kit or a-spec suspension (or both)
if you have the type-s badge on, and people ask you why you have it, you say it's taken from other Acura Model lines, and type S isn't really distinguished in TSX model.
just my opinion...and also reason why i have a-spec badge on with my OEM a-spec body kits.
if you have A-spec badge on, and people ask u why you have it, you can answer either you have a-spec body kit or a-spec suspension (or both)
if you have the type-s badge on, and people ask you why you have it, you say it's taken from other Acura Model lines, and type S isn't really distinguished in TSX model.
just my opinion...and also reason why i have a-spec badge on with my OEM a-spec body kits.
in standard form the tsx is closer the Accord Type S (as sold in europe) than it is to the euroR so your logic is a bit floored
12-17-2006, 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Benz_05_TSX
SO what did you exactly do to your engine that's so extensive that makes it a Type-S?? Any pics or dyno to show?
Not exactly supercharger territory, but about avg. for bolt-ons.
12-17-2006, 06:50 PM
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For any of you thinking you want to do this mod, here's the photo from the internet that I used to locate where the new "Type S" emblem goes and, therefore, where the TSX emblem has to move to. If you have questions, PM me.
The way I did it was to start at the right trunk edge and work left, Type S first, then TSX. Used blue painter's tape stuck to the trunk to help me locate the emblems.
The way I did it was to start at the right trunk edge and work left, Type S first, then TSX. Used blue painter's tape stuck to the trunk to help me locate the emblems.
12-17-2006, 08:51 PM
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I'm don't really see the appeal of badging or debadging, but I have to say, on your NHBP TSX with the red "S," it looks pretty good.
I'll leave it to others to determine whether or not it's pretentious. If you like it, who cares?
I'll leave it to others to determine whether or not it's pretentious. If you like it, who cares?
12-17-2006, 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Chris_F
in standard form the tsx is closer the Accord Type S (as sold in europe) than it is to the euroR so your logic is a bit floored
If you want a euro or accord type S, import it.
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Originally Posted by peter_bigblock
The standard bolt-ons: SRI/CAI, UR pulleys, DC header, RT cat, Hondata reflash, light wheels/tires. Don't have a dyno scan to post, but last pull was 190 whp, 158 wtq, an increase of 32 and 22 resp. from my stock baseline. Last 0-60 was 6.5 sec via G-Tech w/ summer wheels/tires.
Not exactly supercharger territory, but about avg. for bolt-ons.
Not exactly supercharger territory, but about avg. for bolt-ons.
12-17-2006, 09:22 PM
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mmmmmm....
Originally Posted by EuRTSX
I like it! This is something I'm planning to do once I'm done with my car. Which is... in 3 - 4 years 
12-17-2006, 10:02 PM
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i think that badge is gonna effect your handling. You're adding more weight to one side of the car, and weight in general is never good for performance
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Originally Posted by Ride Slow Homey
i think that badge is gonna effect your handling. You're adding more weight to one side of the car, and weight in general is never good for performance
Just letting you know, I installed one of your foglights tilted, so that affects your aerodynamics. Notice a drop in MPG lately?
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Originally Posted by S14 n Tsx
loser... hahahha. new tsx will be out by then and no one will care about your tsx.
No one will, except for me
Im keeping my car for a good 6-7 years. So I don't care
12-17-2006, 11:24 PM
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Originally Posted by EuRTSX
No one will, except for me
Im keeping my car for a good 6-7 years. So I don't care
Im keeping my car for a good 6-7 years. So I don't care
12-18-2006, 01:23 AM
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Originally Posted by L1StarTSX
OMG, someone turned EuRTSX into a penguin...with ear muffs no less.
12-18-2006, 06:19 AM
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^ Um, actually, our car is called ACCORD TYPE-S in Europe. Accord EUro R has a K20 and LSD along with many goodies. The ACCORD TYPE-S is actually the closet and most accurate badging for our car...
anyways, I planned to do that once, But unless I HONDA my whole car, I don't think the HONDA badge will ever be on my car until the day I can afford a WHOLE JDM conversion
anyways, I planned to do that once, But unless I HONDA my whole car, I don't think the HONDA badge will ever be on my car until the day I can afford a WHOLE JDM conversion
12-18-2006, 06:29 AM
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Not really, the TSX is the Accord 24TL.
The Type S comes with 1/2 leather, 1/2 alcantara seats, the option of Recaros from the EuroR and it also has the EuroR bodykit.
The Type S comes with 1/2 leather, 1/2 alcantara seats, the option of Recaros from the EuroR and it also has the EuroR bodykit.
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When I had the "TSX" off the trunk lid, I knew that debadging wasn't for me. Not knocking it, it's totally subjective. But it allowed me to envision not having the "Acura" on the other side and it just wasn't for me. The TSX Type S looks terrific on NHB pearl paint.
It's great to hear all the different opinions on here without anyone being over-the-top one way or the other. A great community. If anyone wants help doing this, PM me and I'll help. If not, have fun personalizing your TSX whatever way makes you happy!
It's great to hear all the different opinions on here without anyone being over-the-top one way or the other. A great community. If anyone wants help doing this, PM me and I'll help. If not, have fun personalizing your TSX whatever way makes you happy!