Pics of my RL w/ Mods ~!
07-30-2007, 10:21 AM
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TSX Sold! Hello STi!
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Unbelievable man... I think I literally just creamed myself. I've honestly never even thought of an RL for myself (as I thought they were a little too "mature" at this stage in my life), but your whip is amazing --- Sporty AND classy 
Extremely tasteful mods!
Extremely tasteful mods!
07-30-2007, 12:11 PM
#323
Go Big Blue!
I'll jump in here and add to the accolades.
I always thought the RL had great lines. Just needed a few more touches. It's got one of the most agressive and hotest fronts on any sedan on the road today.
Getting off on a tangent for a second, I think Honda/Acura generally designs good looking cars, they just don't know how to "finish" the job from the factory. I thinks thats a big difference and advantage with MB and BMW. Their cars look better because they come from the factory with good wheels and some underbody treatments. Most people aren't going to go for extra costs for these accessories, so, most people drive around in Acura's with that boring factory look. You finish the car and people are stunned how good it looks.
Lexus is a different story. I think their cars are so ugly you can't really do anything to dress them up (except maybe the LS)
I always thought the RL had great lines. Just needed a few more touches. It's got one of the most agressive and hotest fronts on any sedan on the road today.
Getting off on a tangent for a second, I think Honda/Acura generally designs good looking cars, they just don't know how to "finish" the job from the factory. I thinks thats a big difference and advantage with MB and BMW. Their cars look better because they come from the factory with good wheels and some underbody treatments. Most people aren't going to go for extra costs for these accessories, so, most people drive around in Acura's with that boring factory look. You finish the car and people are stunned how good it looks.
Lexus is a different story. I think their cars are so ugly you can't really do anything to dress them up (except maybe the LS)
07-30-2007, 02:13 PM
#324
Burning Brakes
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Appreciate your comments amadeus303 . I too had the same thoughts as you when I was buying the RL, but going from my wrx to the RL was a great decision. I never looked back 
Thanks Chas2.
Mikey, I had the same thought. When buying the car, the M45 and GS looked more sporty to me then the RL, but then I saw the mugen rl and knew right away if I bought the car I would go that route.
. I too had the same thoughts as you when I was buying the RL, but going from my wrx to the RL was a great decision. I never looked back Thanks Chas2.
Mikey, I had the same thought. When buying the car, the M45 and GS looked more sporty to me then the RL, but then I saw the mugen rl and knew right away if I bought the car I would go that route.
07-30-2007, 02:44 PM
#325
Drifting
08-01-2007, 01:01 PM
#327
Drifting
Originally Posted by Touge
Next mod is on the way - Rotora Front and Rear Slotted Brake Rotors. Will post up when they are on. Also a dvd system is being planned.
08-15-2007, 05:49 PM
#329
Burning Brakes
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Well the rotors are on BO, but look what else came in today -
Can't wait to install the JDM Lights. They reportadly swivel more than the USDM lights.
Can't wait to install the JDM Lights. They reportadly swivel more than the USDM lights.
08-15-2007, 09:27 PM
#331
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As usual, we expect a full report after install. Congrats on the new mod!
08-15-2007, 10:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Touge
Well the rotors are on BO, but look what else came in today -
Can't wait to install the JDM Lights. They reportadly swivel more than the USDM lights.
Can't wait to install the JDM Lights. They reportadly swivel more than the USDM lights.
08-16-2007, 11:30 PM
#334
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very nice how much did they set you back and what are you doing with the old set? I think the retrofitting source in the black-market may buy them, helping recoup some money. also touge, did you have to cut the factory bumpers or anything for the mugen kit install? do you have an english installation guide for it? Just asking so I have all the info together for my bro.
08-17-2007, 01:11 PM
#335
Burning Brakes
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csmenance, I'll pm you the price on a set. For the mugen kit no cutting is required for the sides or rear. In the front do you do have to trim around the foglights for the brake ducts. A template from mugen is provided. We had the bodykit instructions translated so we do provide the english instructions for our customers.
08-18-2007, 12:58 PM
#336
Cablevision Employee
OH MY GAWWDD!!!
Dude your car is amazing!!! Simply STUNNING, the detail, the wow factor, and just plain ol SEXY!
I cannot complament you enough, you have a great sense of style!
I cannot wait to see what the brakes and Lights look like on your throne on wheels!
One thing I will ask for (and I know you can do that with that amazing cam your taking gorgeous pics with) and thats give us some high res pics! I would be honored to have your car on my desktop as a wallpaper!
Thanks for sharing your auto experience with us and best of luck with all you do with your beautiful Ac!
08-18-2007, 03:36 PM
#338
Time to Climb
wow touge, truly a special piece of vip machinery you have there! i had to go back and read every post on this thread before i dared to make any comments. i hope you continue to push the modding envelope, gives people hope/inspiration/ideas. when my father sold acuras at a dealership in tampa i wasn't sold on the rl due to its bland styling and poor hp/weight ratio. you've more than corrected those misgivings and improved on an already stellar platform. congrats! if i don't purchase a cts-v next year i may have to go with an rl. 
08-18-2007, 04:54 PM
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Hey man nice car. That thing is absolutely beautiful. I would really like to know info on the intake. If you could please send me info on that it would help alot. I'm also interested in the puddle lights.
08-20-2007, 10:21 AM
#341
Burning Brakes
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robbie82, appreciate the feedback !. Your making me blush =). I have had a few requests for wallpapers and they will be coming soon, it's just that my standards for pictures are a bit high so I'm still waiting to try the spot better than the Brooklyn Bridge, should be soon
godfather2, thanks for the kind words. You are correct on all your comments. The RL like any car has weaknesses and I am trying to address all of them =).
pete94tsi, pm'd ya
rondog, when I'm done I might sell the car and start another project .
godfather2, thanks for the kind words. You are correct on all your comments. The RL like any car has weaknesses and I am trying to address all of them =).
pete94tsi, pm'd ya
rondog, when I'm done I might sell the car and start another project
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08-20-2007, 10:19 PM
#343
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Originally Posted by Touge
robbie82, appreciate the feedback !. Your making me blush =). I have had a few requests for wallpapers and they will be coming soon, it's just that my standards for pictures are a bit high so I'm still waiting to try the spot better than the Brooklyn Bridge, should be soon
godfather2, thanks for the kind words. You are correct on all your comments. The RL like any car has weaknesses and I am trying to address all of them =).
pete94tsi, pm'd ya
rondog, when I'm done I might sell the car and start another project .
godfather2, thanks for the kind words. You are correct on all your comments. The RL like any car has weaknesses and I am trying to address all of them =).
pete94tsi, pm'd ya
rondog, when I'm done I might sell the car and start another project
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08-21-2007, 10:17 AM
#345
Senior Moderator
Originally Posted by CleanCL
there is still plenty to do, i.e. procats and a supercharger.
08-21-2007, 12:48 PM
#346
Originally Posted by neuronbob
Now that Comptech is back in business, TL SCs should be available again. I wonder if that would fit the RL. Hmmmmmmm.....
08-21-2007, 02:39 PM
#347
Cablevision Employee
Originally Posted by Touge
robbie82, appreciate the feedback !. Your making me blush =). I have had a few requests for wallpapers and they will be coming soon, it's just that my standards for pictures are a bit high so I'm still waiting to try the spot better than the Brooklyn Bridge, should be soon
Best of luck with it all
Cant wait for those wallpapers!!
08-22-2007, 12:35 AM
#348
Burning Brakes
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LegendaryRL, LOL. I'll try =).
robbie82, no problem man. Come out to our car club meet this sunday if your free. I might even try and do a short video. I think that would be different.
robbie82, no problem man. Come out to our car club meet this sunday if your free. I might even try and do a short video. I think that would be different.
08-27-2007, 04:22 PM
#355
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Looking good, ol' chap!
Makes me think of how good mine looks.
In fact, I need to sidle on over to my window to look at my car in the parking lot..... Edit: That CL is smoking, too.
08-30-2007, 12:58 AM
#360
Burning Brakes
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Thanks guys. JJaber06, I might get something in gold 20" w/ chrome lip next year if I decide to keep the car. I've always liked gold on white cars.
FL3.2TL, that I don't know yet
FL3.2TL, that I don't know yet