A-Spec suspension vs. Hondata reflash
06-08-2005, 04:35 PM
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A-Spec suspension vs. Hondata reflash
In an ideal world, one would get both mods.
However, if you had to choose one which one would it be and why?
Also, does the A-spec mod come with a warranty?
However, if you had to choose one which one would it be and why?
Also, does the A-spec mod come with a warranty?
06-08-2005, 04:41 PM
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it's a matter of preference. Everyone will have a different answer, who cares what people say. Do what u think is more important. Its A=spec for lower stance, better cornering, little stiffer ride,etc. or Hondata for better throttle response, more HP/TQ throught entire RPM band, smother VTEC transition.
In my opinion this is a dumb thread but that's just my
do whatever u want, screw what other people think, Otherwise u'll regret it later
In my opinion this is a dumb thread but that's just my
do whatever u want, screw what other people think, Otherwise u'll regret it later
06-08-2005, 05:49 PM
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Hondata. A-Spec would not give you as much pleasure or looks as you would want. Now, Hondata...that's a whole different story when it comes to a performance upgrade.
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Interesting responses.
I was expecting more votes for A-spec, considering the reflash does not seem to significantly improve 0-60 or 1/4 mile times. Yes, "significant" can mean different things but I have yet to see anything more than a shift in the dyno.
They are both similar in price, no?
I was expecting more votes for A-spec, considering the reflash does not seem to significantly improve 0-60 or 1/4 mile times. Yes, "significant" can mean different things but I have yet to see anything more than a shift in the dyno.
They are both similar in price, no?
oh and you get a hondata sticker 
06-08-2005, 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by TinkyWinky
In an ideal world, one would get both mods.
However, if you had to choose one which one would it be and why?
Also, does the A-spec mod come with a warranty?
However, if you had to choose one which one would it be and why?
Also, does the A-spec mod come with a warranty?
Hondata + A-spec + rear sway =
06-09-2005, 03:06 PM
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Let me vote for a-spec + RSB. Since I only have these 2 and I dun want to ruin the warranty on my engine, so I will stay away from Hondata. And I am very happy with a-spec + RSB.
06-09-2005, 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by TinkyWinky
Also, does the A-spec mod come with a warranty?
06-09-2005, 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by TinkyWinky
Also, does the A-spec mod come with a warranty?
06-10-2005, 08:32 AM
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Overall bang for buck: Hondata.
But I guess it just depends on what you will appreciate more, better cornering or better throttle. A-spec doesn't give anything really related to looks since the drop is barely noticeable.
And about the A-Spec warranty - dealer must install for warranty I believe (and they ain't cheap...)
But I guess it just depends on what you will appreciate more, better cornering or better throttle. A-spec doesn't give anything really related to looks since the drop is barely noticeable.
And about the A-Spec warranty - dealer must install for warranty I believe (and they ain't cheap...)
06-10-2005, 08:42 AM
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Originally Posted by LI_NY_1
Overall bang for buck: Hondata.
But I guess it just depends on what you will appreciate more, better cornering or better throttle. A-spec doesn't give anything really related to looks since the drop is barely noticeable.
And about the A-Spec warranty - dealer must install for warranty I believe (and they ain't cheap...)
But I guess it just depends on what you will appreciate more, better cornering or better throttle. A-spec doesn't give anything really related to looks since the drop is barely noticeable.
And about the A-Spec warranty - dealer must install for warranty I believe (and they ain't cheap...)
2004 MSM 5AT: Comptech Rear Sway, A-Spec susp, Comptech Icebox, + Hondata reflash...
06-10-2005, 09:59 AM
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That 1 year warranty info is WRONG even though the dealers might like it that way. If you buy and install and OEM add-on at a dealer it will carry the balance of your full car warranty.
This is from the e-Store. This is also printed in your Car Manual.
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Luggage Net
Elastic luggage net keeps luggage and cargo in its place
Mounts hammock style for easy use
$32.00 Customer Installation
$216.00 Dealer Installation*
* Accessories installed at the dealer carry the balance of
the new vehicle warranty.
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This is from the e-Store. This is also printed in your Car Manual.
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Luggage Net
Elastic luggage net keeps luggage and cargo in its place
Mounts hammock style for easy use
$32.00 Customer Installation
$216.00 Dealer Installation*
* Accessories installed at the dealer carry the balance of
the new vehicle warranty.
+++++
06-10-2005, 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by LI_NY_1
Overall bang for buck: Hondata.
But I guess it just depends on what you will appreciate more, better cornering or better throttle. A-spec doesn't give anything really related to looks since the drop is barely noticeable.
And about the A-Spec warranty - dealer must install for warranty I believe (and they ain't cheap...)
But I guess it just depends on what you will appreciate more, better cornering or better throttle. A-spec doesn't give anything really related to looks since the drop is barely noticeable.
And about the A-Spec warranty - dealer must install for warranty I believe (and they ain't cheap...)
Nevertheless, given you have both mods, I'll take your comparison at face value.
06-10-2005, 10:18 AM
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I have both, the A-spec and Hondata reflash. The A-spec made the car handle better... I can feel it in the curves. Very little visual drop. The hondata reflash on the other hand.. I have had it about a month now... and I am still amazed at how differently the car drives. Although the tsx needs some kind of suspension mod, the hondata reflash is a more valued and appreciated mod. You still need to have at least a CAI and ideally a header before you do the hondata. There is less gain without the CAI and Header. Do the CAI first,,, then the hondata reflash
06-10-2005, 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by TinkyWinky
Could you specify "not noticeable"? One inch would seem significant given that the TL (1/2 inch lower) is definitely discernable.
Nevertheless, given you have both mods, I'll take your comparison at face value.
Nevertheless, given you have both mods, I'll take your comparison at face value.
Originally Posted by Deelover
I have both, the A-spec and Hondata reflash. The A-spec made the car handle better... I can feel it in the curves. Very little visual drop. The hondata reflash on the other hand.. I have had it about a month now... and I am still amazed at how differently the car drives. Although the tsx needs some kind of suspension mod, the hondata reflash is a more valued and appreciated mod. You still need to have at least a CAI and ideally a header before you do the hondata. There is less gain without the CAI and Header. Do the CAI first,,, then the hondata reflash
Caution: I don't want to go too overboard in praising the hondata reflash though - expectations should be real in that it is really just tweaking how the TSX performs and not making it a new car. But still a great bang for the $600 bucks!!
06-10-2005, 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Kighter
That 1 year warranty info is WRONG even though the dealers might like it that way. If you buy and install and OEM add-on at a dealer it will carry the balance of your full car warranty.
This is from the e-Store. This is also printed in your Car Manual.
+++++
Luggage Net
Elastic luggage net keeps luggage and cargo in its place
Mounts hammock style for easy use
$32.00 Customer Installation
$216.00 Dealer Installation*
* Accessories installed at the dealer carry the balance of
the new vehicle warranty.
+++++
This is from the e-Store. This is also printed in your Car Manual.
+++++
Luggage Net
Elastic luggage net keeps luggage and cargo in its place
Mounts hammock style for easy use
$32.00 Customer Installation
$216.00 Dealer Installation*
* Accessories installed at the dealer carry the balance of
the new vehicle warranty.
+++++
06-10-2005, 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by CobaltForge
Chiming in, Hondata hands down. It would have been my first mod had it been available for the '05s
No brainer, Hondata!!! It's not about peak gain but about improving the throttle response, torque curve, VTEC kick-in point, higher redline = overall better engine characteristics. So hands down to Hondata reflash!
06-10-2005, 04:22 PM
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Originally Posted by NightShredder
Will the hondata void any warranty?
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21119
In a nutshell, the answer is NO - unless you blow the engine with a bad shift or something.
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