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Mike's 01Cl-S So Far
Well I thought I should share some pics and info on my car so far.
Bought it January 2012 from Carmax. 95k Warrantied til 150, lets hope the trans blows before that It now has 104k I Believe it has been painted and in an accident, the front plastic where the fogs are has overspray, the grill has overspray, and the airbag doesnt match the tan of the dash, and the right door is harder to close. So I'm pretty sure its been hit in the right front. It has scratches on the rear left bumper from before I had it. Interior is in great shape. Its from California and is rust free! Not much more I can really say about it so heres mods and pics, tell me what you think and thanks for the help so far guys !!:thumbsup: Mods I can think of. Tenzo DC-5 18" Wheels Dunlop Direzzas 18/40/225 Yakima Roof Rack for my bike, I BMX and occasionally ride my single speed specialized carbon road bike. K&N drop in filter Tinted Fogs Debadged and Blacked out A trunk emblem Color match front grille Wether its a mod or not, I have some spacers between my mufflers to get some more sound from my car, but planning for Magnaflows. Tint Rear-Limo Rear fixed-10% Fronts-20% Interior Double Din Kicker Wiring Hi-Fonics 1000w amp 2 Rockford Fosgate P3S 10" Wink Mirror Near Future goals are: Magnaflow Mufflers & Resi Tein Coils CAI Another Bike Carrier Possible... Paint Sway/Struts Black interior pieces Connect my radio steering wheel harness stuff Mount bass booster knob somewhere Tint Rear Lights I kinda want 18' OEM wheels, these gold rims are a little ricey and I like taller OEM wheels on cars. Pic of when it had plasti dip black wheels https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=54309 https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=54307 Dusty:tomato: https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=54306 4x4 https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=54305 Just did the fogs :toocool: https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=54304 :2cents::yes::no:? |
Nice ride man. I'd definitely lower it some. Would look more aggressive if you did.
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But of course, I'm getting some Tein Coils pretty soon here . Thanks !
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Looks nice man, looking forward to seeing future mods!
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great start bro, congrats on the pick up. :thumbsup:
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Thanks guys I really appreciate it !
A little interesting piece of info... My father actually owned a 01 or 02 Cl-S in 2004 with 20k , had the trans went bad and had it replaced, then shortly after traded it. But I remember as a kid I absolutely loved it. So when it came time to buy my second car I bought this one . He now has a 2006 Z06 Vette pushing around 500hp . I picked up two more bike trays yesterday before work, I'll post a pic sometime soon . |
Alright guys, the coilovers are now installed :D
Although I almost lost some fingers to a floor jack that decided to come down at mach 5 . I threw it away and invested in a low profile craftsman jack. Cheater pic, its in my driveway halfway, I need to relocate that bumper tab its chewing my tire :l https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=54668 Sitting in walmarts parking lot , I need to lower the back down just a little bit more. The fronts already sketchy low imo, i cant even back into my driveway unless I come at a angle. Its scraped twice from just dips in the road. Handling is so nice though . https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=54667 And this one just cause it looks sweet https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=54669 |
Nice looking drop, which tein coilovers did you go with?
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Thanks !
I actually went with Function Forms. I got them off craigslist off a 2002 accord. They actually ride very nice, sporty and stiff/high enough to do spreedbumps. I'm very impressed with how they feel . |
Mike! OMG! Please write me a full on review of these coils as they are what I want for mine. Did you get the type 1 or 2? How is the compatibility from the Accord model? Looks effing great man! :thumbsup:
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Thanks dude !
Tyler they compatable with both the cl 01-03 and the accord 98-02 straight across. Nothing special needed. I didnt replace anything they just bolted right on. I hear no "clunks" or banging or rubbing(and my back seats are gutted still so they really arent making any sounds.) The only reason I know the front bumper tab rubs a little is the tire is a little chewed up. It drives like a go cart now and sticks to the ground very nicely. Went from being able to hit the on ramp to the freeway I drive up everyday from 44mph to 50mph safely. I drive a 37 mile round trip daily and I'm very happy with the ride. I drove a crown victoria before this so I understand a decently comfy ride, the cl is now sporty comfortable. The only time I actually notice it is stiff is when there is a harsh change on the freeway like over bridges where the road drops or whatever. And speedbumps. They are type 1's, they were barely used and I paid 400 for them off some guy. Very happy. Hope that's a good write up . |
Sold me for sure. I was worried about them, but I feel confident now. How much thread do you have left to go down? You aren't low enough for me lol.
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Nearly full tread . maybe 4k on them.
I need rear lower, front smacks ground often i can't go lower :P Scratched header today :( |
Deleted the intake resonator in a parking lot last night.
Had rear fenders rolled this afternoon. My goodness, I am getting into this cl much more deep than I ever really thought I would. good friends helping me out with the bumper. https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=54713 |
Can someone plz tell me where to get those racks or bike racks on top and do you think they would look good on a black cl??
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Mines used.
But you can get them online, dicks sporting goods, REI, outdoors type stores. I have 48" bars Q92 clips fit the cl if you go with Yakima. |
nice drop :thumbsup:
I need to start modding my cls a little more, I have the tl lip kit in my basement just need time to put it on. :bored: i wish there were more people in my area with cls so we could mod together modding a lone gets boring. |
I have never seen another CL modded in person . Which is kinda cool .
My friends that actually mod their cars drive ford focus' and another friend of mine has 3 Escorts. One with a old Subie. And one with a 76' Z . So yeah, I just roll along in my honda. haha. |
Originally Posted by mikebikelife
(Post 13908269)
I have never seen another CL modded in person . Which is kinda cool .
My friends that actually mod their cars drive ford focus' and another friend of mine has 3 Escorts. One with a old Subie. And one with a 76' Z . So yeah, I just roll along in my honda. haha. I saw one the other day that i think belongs to a girl, well i least i hope it belong to a girl. It had a two tone color theme going on with the top of the car being pink and the bottom silver with some kind of gay shiny flakes. I also believed it had the ron jon plow lip kit on, or one that looked like it. Might of been an ebay kit. :shrug: |
Originally Posted by acura_dipset_tl
(Post 13908267)
nice drop :thumbsup:
I need to start modding my cls a little more, I have the tl lip kit in my basement just need time to put it on. :bored: i wish there were more people in my area with cls so we could mod together modding a lone gets boring. Mike how do you like the suspension now that it's been on there for a bit? How's the ride? |
Good to see another cl with a nice rack. Makes me want to keep mine
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Originally Posted by OakTre
(Post 13909332)
A lot of my friends had never even heard of the CL until I bought mine. Granted now they all have an extreme appreciation for my car, knowing how few there are modded out there.
Mike how do you like the suspension now that it's been on there for a bit? How's the ride? Ha same for me, nobody knew what a CL was. Now they spot TLs everywhere but still not CLs. I'm gonna say I still like it. If it was any softer I'm sure I would scrape too much. It rides sporty, but I like it. It feels good, I mean its stiffer, But good. I have probably went threw a tank of gas already. I could probably deal with it being slightly more stiff, but really I have to say its exactly what I was looking for. Nevada has decent roads, but in spots where its bumpy it feels like a go cart . |
looking much better with the coilovers, nice job!
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Ugh. Dammit dude, I don't know why I even come into your thread. I see how slammed your CL is and I just want mine to be on that level :whyme:
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Well, Still coming along slowly but surely.
changes/mods updated. Mud Flaps delete Blacked out center console wood, and silver piece around the shifter, chrome door frame pieces and door handle. HID PIAA bulbs in trunk and license plate Resonater intake removed Lowered rear coils about 11 full spins Lowered front coils about 6 full spins Cut bumper tabs Roof rack currently off, but I added square instead of 6 sides bolts to the carriers and wind fairing. I have a new fancy SRS light on too ! and my car is 11 years old so its not warrantied ! awesome :annoyed: First two pics rear is lowered 11 full spins , last pic was last night as i made a drive to wallmart with the front lowered 6 full spins. Might do the rear slightly more still, i dont like front being lower than the rear at all. Especially cause I dont wanna rake my oil pan :p https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55643 https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55644 https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55645 I need a lip kit , someone sell me one , preferably the tl one . |
idk why I looked at this. Looks so good, Mike. I'm jelly :(
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You make me feel so good about my car like its something special , than I think of insprire,austin,pdiddy,lipstuh, and go wow mines lame :/
But you have ideal exhaust, I'm jealous of that. + its a year newer . Colormatch stuff ! |
Well your ride height is a lot of it. And I love white cars. So clean.
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I like white too , but lately I've just been paying alot of attention to auto detailing. White reflects all light so its less like a mirror imo. I like how blue and black is soo deep like a mirror :o
https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55711 https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55710 |
looking great mike, the lower drop really made a good difference!
the SRS light issue should be covered for the life of the car. The issue is likely related to the seat belts and covered for a lifetime warranty, not 10 yrs or 150K miles like others may have said. If you do not have a copy of the notification letter, a call to Acura Customer Relations couldn't hurt. This thread should also help you: https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-cl-problems-fixes-70/srs-indicator-light-warranty-extension-478199/ I've owned 2 CL's, both times the dealer replaced at no cost and without fear of a diagnostic fee. Other members have had different luck, so call ahead before to see what your dealers may say on the matter. |
I might try to talk the dealership into doing it for me but at the same time I have an 11 year old car and its only good for 10 years :/
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Originally Posted by mikebikelife
(Post 14018841)
I might try to talk the dealership into doing it for me but at the same time I have an 11 year old car and its only good for 10 years :/
10 years, 20 years, doesn't matter. |
Well tomorrow is my day off so maybe I'll go down there. Hopefully I dont talk to the guy who refused to agree with me that the tl 04' rear sway bar fits my car . lol .
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Still have not tracked down the SRS light problem.
But I shot some pics last night with some friends, as well as my friend george who has a sweet camera. Hopefully I get ahold of what he shot too :D DHOOPTY. 91 Escort GT . lowered, wheels,exhaust,mazda seats, intake https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55856 https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55857 I need mufflers and more agreesive rear end .:annoyed: Focus ZX3 , built suspenision, fully built zetec engine waitng for turbo, mtx swap,tons of mods. https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55858 Plans currently on my wheels is to bald out the tires and than either : Powder coat my tenzos while I drive on stocks, bolt up some spacers or Buy more agressive rims. 18x8.5 up front 18x9 or 9.5 in the rear . I want to get camber kits I'm really leaning into the group buy . |
These are all pics shot by George.
Vegas https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55859 NYNY https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55860 https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55861 Myself left, Aaron right, he drives the egt. https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55862 Fatface https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55863 NYNY, MGM, Monte Carlo . Las Vegas . Taken from uptop the ARIA garage . https://acurazine.com/forums/picture...ictureid=55864 Sorry for the fuzziness, I copied off facebook :thumbsdown: Oh and Tyler, Review after like 5k on the used coilivers... Front seems a little too soft for my likings now, I slap over rolling bumps. For instance going over the railroad tracks where it falls off a little or something, I'll scrape. But that's all part of the game :2cents: |
Haha good call on the review. Thanks dude. Low is a lifestyle.
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Indeed it is , and I'm willing to live it .
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Update (Lackin' pics sorry !)
I did a full led conversion . Fogs, reverse, dome lights, door lights, pass and drivers spot/reading lights . trunk and license plate . Peeled off the yellow tint on the fogs, new lights made them look green . Dipset sold me black trim that goes around the radio , but havent recieved just quite yet . Ordered my polishing kit, swirls shall be no longer . Choose for the porter cable / meguiars combo off autogeek . Might be getting some OEM CL floor mats, mine look like garbage and are not even for the car . I made a 360 mile trip to Zion National park the other day , 28.1 mpgs ! Header has a flat spot in it , looking to replace that sometime . Mounted my amp control knob by the dash dimmer , no wires shown (basically) and no screws, double sided tape yeah . Just rolling into 111k , can't believe I've put 16k on her in only 9 months . Pics soon to come . |
TSX shift knob . Black trim .http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8329/8...3399a266_b.jpg
IMG_3213 by Mikebikelife, on Flickr New fitment on 205/40/18 neo gens , rims are 18x8 25 offset . http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8475/8...e4cd9087_b.jpg IMG_3209 by Mikebikelife, on Flickr This is the only rear rash on them , I'm gonna maybe diy on it , youll see. http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8054/8...c1a2804e_b.jpg IMG_3208 by Mikebikelife, on Flickr Before i had the new tires mounted , half grey and gold http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8330/8...7e4a131e_b.jpg IMG_3200 by Mikebikelife, on Flickr And from bout a month ago in zion . http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8326/8...7bfa9dac_b.jpg IMG_3133 by Mikebikelife, on Flickr http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8468/8...fd3c0796_b.jpg IMG_3127 by Mikebikelife, on Flickr |
Flickr is being really slow right now , sorry for lack of new photos.
Anyhow , new mods . Ingalls camber all around The new wheels, tenzo's 18x8 25 offfset . Front tires are neo gens 205/40/18 Removed wheel liners up fron for less rub Black console trim TSX shift knob CL-P knob CL-S oem carpet floor mats |
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