Got a new car.
11-12-2000, 12:01 AM
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Got a new car.
Remember that I couldn't make up my mind what kind of car my wife should get? Well, today, we bought a new Silver MDX premium. Paid a little over MSRP, but I think it was worth it. Motortrend named it SUV of the year and Car and Driver just rated it over the BMW X5 and Lexus RX300. Now I need to see what I can do to it....I am pretty sure the Comptech headers would fit 
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11-12-2000, 01:02 AM
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Wow, Congrats!! Post pics if you can...I never seen the car other than in commercials.
Do those come with memory seats and 6 disk changer?
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Do those come with memory seats and 6 disk changer?
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11-12-2000, 02:25 AM
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Hey ACURATL,
I bet your your wife is gonna say "I thought the MDX came with a wood steering wheel, hey when did you get one for your TL?" LOL
CONGRATZ!!!!!
I heard that it doesn't come with HID's, is that true and why is that?
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I bet your your wife is gonna say "I thought the MDX came with a wood steering wheel, hey when did you get one for your TL?"
LOLCONGRATZ!!!!!
I heard that it doesn't come with HID's, is that true and why is that?
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Factory body kit & Wing, 19" Racing Hart C-5's, Nitto 555's,
CompTech Springs, CompTech Exhaust, AEM CAI, Alpine 8080,
TL rear door handles in front, 5% + 30% tints,30% front windshield.
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11-12-2000, 08:26 AM
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Since no one else is awake, I'll take this question! 
Unfortunately the MDX does not come with HID's. Basically you can not have HID's on an SUV without an autoleveling system, they already sit up high, and then an SUV also tends to be a little bouncy, all these add up to blinding light for drivers in the other lane. Why didn't Acura make an autoleveling system? Because no other car they make needs one and it would not be worth the research costs right now. The MDX is based off the Odysey, but Acura still had to spend some big $$$ on the engine, and especially the four wheel drive system for the MDX. If they had spent the $$$ on the R&D for HID's, then it probably would have delayed the MDX's launch further.
By them self, the halogens are sufficient I think, plus the MDX has auxiliary driving lights.
Every review I have read for the MDX has been a rave review. C&D's complaints centered around the fact that the MDX did not have a low speed transfer case, because it was in a comparo with the likes of a Land Rover Discovery and Montero. Also they said the MDX felt somewhat delicate offroad, or simply that they felt a little hesitant to push it too hard offroad. That said, it is 20 times more capable on offroad duties than an RX300. It also held it's own against the X5, even in offroad.
Plus for that price, how can you turn it down?! Plus the MDX looks quite nice, the typical understated Acura style, coupled with the looks of those big wheels, that somewhat aggressive front end.....
You've definately made a fine choice!
2K-TL if you want car like handleing, get a RX300, it handles like a camry. Then again, could you look at that thing every morning? Hey, want to puke? Look at the gear shift on the RX300, I think they pulled that out of a 1980's Camry!
AcuraTL: Have you bought a steering wheel puller yet? You need to acquision that wood wheel ;
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Unfortunately the MDX does not come with HID's. Basically you can not have HID's on an SUV without an autoleveling system, they already sit up high, and then an SUV also tends to be a little bouncy, all these add up to blinding light for drivers in the other lane. Why didn't Acura make an autoleveling system? Because no other car they make needs one and it would not be worth the research costs right now. The MDX is based off the Odysey, but Acura still had to spend some big $$$ on the engine, and especially the four wheel drive system for the MDX. If they had spent the $$$ on the R&D for HID's, then it probably would have delayed the MDX's launch further.
By them self, the halogens are sufficient I think, plus the MDX has auxiliary driving lights.
Every review I have read for the MDX has been a rave review. C&D's complaints centered around the fact that the MDX did not have a low speed transfer case, because it was in a comparo with the likes of a Land Rover Discovery and Montero. Also they said the MDX felt somewhat delicate offroad, or simply that they felt a little hesitant to push it too hard offroad. That said, it is 20 times more capable on offroad duties than an RX300. It also held it's own against the X5, even in offroad.
Plus for that price, how can you turn it down?! Plus the MDX looks quite nice, the typical understated Acura style, coupled with the looks of those big wheels, that somewhat aggressive front end.....
You've definately made a fine choice!
2K-TL if you want car like handleing, get a RX300, it handles like a camry. Then again, could you look at that thing every morning? Hey, want to puke? Look at the gear shift on the RX300, I think they pulled that out of a 1980's Camry!
AcuraTL: Have you bought a steering wheel puller yet? You need to acquision that wood wheel ;
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11-12-2000, 05:03 PM
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OG
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The MDX drives almost like a non-modified TL, except a little higher off the groud. The options I got are running boards, tailgate deflector, moonroof visor, cargo net and wheel locks.
It is true that the MDX does not come with HID lights. To tell you the truth, it doesn't need it and the fog lights are pretty bright too. I am going to change the low beams to Razo superwhite headlights and the fog lights to amber, ala Lexus.
It is a really cool car, I mean SUV. Perfect timing because skiing season just started
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It is true that the MDX does not come with HID lights. To tell you the truth, it doesn't need it and the fog lights are pretty bright too. I am going to change the low beams to Razo superwhite headlights and the fog lights to amber, ala Lexus.
It is a really cool car, I mean SUV. Perfect timing because skiing season just started
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11-12-2000, 05:25 PM
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There's one in my future as well, just a little more distant. Drove one the other day, it will replace my explorer when I pay off the TL!!!!!!!
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2000 TL - Laguna Green, Navi, Rear Spoiler. Soon to have 17" wheels. Lowered 1.5" & Comptech Axle back Exhaust.
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2000 TL - Laguna Green, Navi, Rear Spoiler. Soon to have 17" wheels. Lowered 1.5" & Comptech Axle back Exhaust.
11-12-2000, 06:05 PM
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I am considering the fender flares. I'll try to convince my wife to get them or just buy them for her for Christmas.
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11-12-2000, 09:09 PM
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The fender flares are nice, but they would be a 100 times better if they came body colored instead of gray. Maybe Acura will be like Mercedes and change them up in a year or two.
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99 Silver TL, Navi, Foglights,
Looking for 18s
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99 Silver TL, Navi, Foglights,
Looking for 18s
11-12-2000, 09:33 PM
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Congrats on the MDX!! I was on the waiting list for a Mahogany one with the touring package (6 disc changer, memory seats, etc.) but I bought a Chevy Venture Warner Brothers Mini Van (at 0% financing for 5 years). Yup, I'll admit it. I'm 25 and have a freakin' minivan! And it's a Chevy no less, which I despise (I hate Fords more though). Naturally I got my deposit back on the MDX, which would have come in at the end of November/beginning of December. Oh well, at least my daughter can watch videos while we're on longer trips and it's all factory and I can play PS2/DVDs!
Nevertheless, congrats again on the fine choice of automobiles!!
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Nevertheless, congrats again on the fine choice of automobiles!!
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11-12-2000, 11:36 PM
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Well, I have my PS2 already. When I have time, I'll install a couple of monitors in the headrests.
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NEW: '01 Acura MDX Silver Premium
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11-12-2000, 11:57 PM
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Man, am I the only one with common sense? The MDX is a horrible truck, let a lone ugly! Just kidding guys!
If I had $60K to fork out on an SUV, I'd definitely get the X5 4.4, the 3.0 wasn't worth the money nor was the RX300 (minivan). I confidently say this cuz my sister bought a RX300 and wishes she waited on the MDX. I've heard nothing but great things about the truck, so I'm sure you'll love it. I too tried to convince my woman on the MDX and she insisted on the new (to be released in Oct. 01) MB E430.
Congrats! and hope you, I mean your wife likes it!
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Factory body kit
Factory spoiler
Burlwood knob
35% mirror tint
Inspire Steering Wheel
Gutter Grille
AEM CAI
Tenzo 700X fog lights.
Custom Mesh Bumper
Comptech Headers, Sways, Springs and Inspire Tails on the way - Thank You Mr. Snook!!!!
CLK55 AMG Next Baby!
If I had $60K to fork out on an SUV, I'd definitely get the X5 4.4, the 3.0 wasn't worth the money nor was the RX300 (minivan). I confidently say this cuz my sister bought a RX300 and wishes she waited on the MDX. I've heard nothing but great things about the truck, so I'm sure you'll love it. I too tried to convince my woman on the MDX and she insisted on the new (to be released in Oct. 01) MB E430.
Congrats! and hope you, I mean your wife likes it!
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2000 TL non NAVI
Factory body kit
Factory spoiler
Burlwood knob
35% mirror tint
Inspire Steering Wheel
Gutter Grille
AEM CAI
Tenzo 700X fog lights.
Custom Mesh Bumper
Comptech Headers, Sways, Springs and Inspire Tails on the way - Thank You Mr. Snook!!!!
CLK55 AMG Next Baby!
11-13-2000, 01:02 AM
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Now I need to find ways to make "her" MDX stand out from the others. My first task will be trying to get some nice headlights bulbs to make it al least look like the HID lights. Also, since it has fog lights i'll change them to amber to get that Lexus HID low beam and amber fog light look.
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i'll change them to amber to get that Lexus HID low beam and amber fog light look.------------------
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11-13-2000, 01:10 AM
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congrats.... very nice SUV from all the review i've read, and besides.... it'll come with great road side assistance...
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Bad ass TL...but...
Cant afford Mods.....
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Bad ass TL...but...
Cant afford Mods.....
11-13-2000, 08:31 AM
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Way to go AcuraTL!
What color interiors do they offer ?
I only see Ebony (black) and Saddle.
Is Saddle the same as our Parchment ? Looks like it
I don't see Fern listed
What color interiors do they offer ?
I only see Ebony (black) and Saddle.
Is Saddle the same as our Parchment ? Looks like it
I don't see Fern listed
11-13-2000, 02:34 PM
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OG
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The interior is ebony. It is the exact same thing as my TL, silver exterior and ebony interior.
I need to find out which headlamp bulbs is the best out there.
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I need to find out which headlamp bulbs is the best out there.
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1999 Silver with factory body kit, spoiler and burlwood instrument cluster and shift knob. Joshua Tree Wood dash kit. Hella air horns. Tint all around. Razo competition pedals. MOMO Sport 18"X7.5" with 225/40ZR Pirelli P7000SS. Weapon-R intake. Comptech springs, exhaust and headers. Inspire Tailights, homemade ram-air and Polarg M-12 front turn signals. Comptech front and rear sway bar. Axxis Metal Master front and rear pads.
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11-13-2000, 03:22 PM
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Hey, congratulations AcuraTL!
How's the stock power in the MDX???
Which one do you personally like to drive???
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1999 Dark Emerald Pearl TL w/ nav
Factory underbody kit and rear spoiler.
Comptech springs, sways, headers and exhaust.
RS Akimoto Funnel Ram III Intake.
18x7.5 +48 5Zigen Heidfeld wheels with 225/40ZR18 Nitto NT-555 tires. Mounted with chrome McGard Spline Drive nuts.
Inspire Tail-lights with Polarg M-23 P8711R signal bulbs.
DEI Viper 550ESP Alarm
http://home.socal.rr.com/tada/socal28TL.htm
How's the stock power in the MDX???
Which one do you personally like to drive???
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1999 Dark Emerald Pearl TL w/ nav
Factory underbody kit and rear spoiler.
Comptech springs, sways, headers and exhaust.
RS Akimoto Funnel Ram III Intake.
18x7.5 +48 5Zigen Heidfeld wheels with 225/40ZR18 Nitto NT-555 tires. Mounted with chrome McGard Spline Drive nuts.
Inspire Tail-lights with Polarg M-23 P8711R signal bulbs.
DEI Viper 550ESP Alarm
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11-13-2000, 04:13 PM
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Originally posted by socal28:
Hey, congratulations AcuraTL!
How's the stock power in the MDX???
Which one do you personally like to drive???
Hey, congratulations AcuraTL!
How's the stock power in the MDX???
Which one do you personally like to drive???
Power wise, I don't know. I am still trying to "break in" the MDX so I'll let you know once it is broken in.------------------
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11-14-2000, 03:09 PM
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2K-TL if you want car like handleing, get a RX300, it handles like a camry. Then again, could you look at that thing every morning? Hey, want to puke? Look at the gear shift on the RX300, I think they pulled that out of a 1980's Camry!
LOL! The RX300 does look like crap. My neighbor has one and it makes me laugh everytime I see it. Kinda reminds me of a wannabe SUV (i.e., raised station wagon). Ideally, I would like to sell my Nissan Crewcab and get the MDX. That way we would have a 2K-TL as well as an MDX! What a thought!
LOL! The RX300 does look like crap. My neighbor has one and it makes me laugh everytime I see it. Kinda reminds me of a wannabe SUV (i.e., raised station wagon). Ideally, I would like to sell my Nissan Crewcab and get the MDX. That way we would have a 2K-TL as well as an MDX! What a thought!
11-14-2000, 04:13 PM
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Originally posted by 2K-TL:
I would like to sell my Nissan Crewcab and get the MDX. That way we would have a 2K-TL as well as an MDX! What a thought!
I would like to sell my Nissan Crewcab and get the MDX. That way we would have a 2K-TL as well as an MDX! What a thought!
I like that truck, plus the 'classic' Nissan VG engine...it's old, but it's still torquey!------------------
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