Best HP gain from single mod?
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Best HP gain from single mod?
So what single mod would add the most hp (besides S/C) for an 03 TLS? I think someone said headers, but I wasn't sure. And if it is headers, would the same gains be realized w/o upgrading the exhaust?
Thanks,
Joe
Thanks,
Joe
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headers hands down, then cai
and yes with the exhaust question. the factory exhaust is really freeflowing
and yes with the exhaust question. the factory exhaust is really freeflowing
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headers hands down, then cai
and yes with the exhaust question. the factory exhaust is really freeflowing
and yes with the exhaust question. the factory exhaust is really freeflowing
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Originally Posted by Whizzbomb
Thanks for the quick asnwers. Anybody wanna try and venture an estimate what the gains would be?
with a TL-S you can expect a few more WHP
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dynos have shown the tl-s to be around 27hp at teh wheels gain
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Originally Posted by shawn744
kinda hesitant to say that i dont know much about headers.....how much are they and how hard to install by a mechanic? thanks
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Im getting sick of getting negative points from people who dont give a comment or say who it was from. Thats fucking gay. I am never rude or mean on this site - I try to give my opinion and whenever possible back it up with links to my facts. Not like I really care about my "points", but its the principle of the thing - if you are cool enough to give negative points then step up and say who you are or at least for what reason.
I dont know how I got negative points for my post in this thread, but if the thread starter did - get a life - I thought I was being helpful
I dont know how I got negative points for my post in this thread, but if the thread starter did - get a life - I thought I was being helpful
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I think everyone here is WRONG! NOS is the correct answer!!! Although I don't approve of the before mentioned answer due to warranty issues on a car that more then likely will have major mechanical failure, ie tranny.
BTW OBX header was my weapon of choice to inch very close to 300bhp, oh ya and i paid $320.00 total and installed myself in about an hour and a half.
BTW OBX header was my weapon of choice to inch very close to 300bhp, oh ya and i paid $320.00 total and installed myself in about an hour and a half.
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thank you to the mystery rep. giver to make up for the mistaken negative. I dont want to sound like Im crazy mad or anything - this site is great, I just want mutual respect. now I can go drink happy tonight
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would it matter which kinda headers? like ceramic vs stainless steel?
Comptech is always first choice if you have the $. Alphawerks' reputation is going up and so is the price. Many have reported cracking with OBX's and there are some positive feedbacks on Megan's.
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Originally Posted by PH1
would it matter which kinda headers? like ceramic vs stainless steel?
You will NOT go wrong with Comptech headers, other brands like Alphawerks, Stone Racing, OBX, and now Megan have came out with copy designs for our engines.
OBX - has had long time crack problems (although some have not had problems in over a few years)
Stone Racing - had many fitment problems in the first few batches, now seem to be all good - I have the last batch and they are near perfect
Alphawerks and Megan - very new - Megan is the newest, though no problems so far with either - though neither have been on our engines for long enough to know for sure.
In other words, unless you have lots of money, go with an off brand vs. Comptech because of the price difference, and they all give the same performance
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Originally Posted by MADCAT
I will plan to get Headers for my 99 next summer.
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Save up for an 06 faster, newer car next summer.. The TL is FWD and whoever spends thousands of dollars on the engine is foolish. I can't wait to see what the new is300 looks like.
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Save up for an 06 faster, newer car next summer.. The TL is FWD and whoever spends thousands of dollars on the engine is foolish. I can't wait to see what the new is300 looks like.
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Headers just make sence to me. The 3.2SOHC only has VTEC help on the intake valves leaving the exhaust choked down. Think about it replacing one exhaust conponent gets you 27hp AT THE WHEELS! that's almost 40hp gain to the motor. My tl-s' mpg went up 3-4 on the highway as soon as i installed headers and the increased power is undesputable but to me is was letting the engine breath better.
BTW the reason it doesnt come this way from the factory is emisions, the stock manafold is solid and made to heat up quickly and retain the heat longer to assist the cats burn-off and extra fuel.
BTW the reason it doesnt come this way from the factory is emisions, the stock manafold is solid and made to heat up quickly and retain the heat longer to assist the cats burn-off and extra fuel.
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headers, pulley, icebox(intake)
comptec is pricy, but if you can afford it, i would recommend mods in the order listed above. i say comtec because the other brands of headers have shows issues of cracking, or rusting.
if budget is an issue, i would do the icebox first, because it is a mod which you can install yourself, therefore saving some cost.
another low cost mod which i highly recommend is plugs (NGK iridium ix,) or springs
here is the cost of some mods and their installed labor charges
UR Racing Pulley $180.00 shipped + $60 installation
ICEbox by comptec, Paid $200 Shipped for a new one + installed it myself
H&R OE Springs $160.00 Shipped, + $80 for installation
NGK Iridium Spark Plugs $35.00 + installed it myself
Comptec Headers i believe are around $1200 new, but someone recently sold a set for $700 on the acura-tl.com last week. copycat headers are as low as $200 here and on ebay occasionally.
hope that helps.
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if budget is an issue, i would do the icebox first, because it is a mod which you can install yourself, therefore saving some cost.
another low cost mod which i highly recommend is plugs (NGK iridium ix,) or springs
here is the cost of some mods and their installed labor charges
UR Racing Pulley $180.00 shipped + $60 installation
ICEbox by comptec, Paid $200 Shipped for a new one + installed it myself
H&R OE Springs $160.00 Shipped, + $80 for installation
NGK Iridium Spark Plugs $35.00 + installed it myself
Comptec Headers i believe are around $1200 new, but someone recently sold a set for $700 on the acura-tl.com last week. copycat headers are as low as $200 here and on ebay occasionally.
hope that helps.
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Originally Posted by AsianRage
I don't understand why you remain on this Acura board, when all I see you do is make the effort of telling people to spend their money on other thing beside their Acuras.
I'm lame? Ok go ahead and spend $5k+ on your engine and still run 14s 1/4 mile... 13s with a S/C, AND torque steer.
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