need advice on my new 03 tl..
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need advice on my new 03 tl..
I just got an 2003 acura tl and i wanted a type-s but a little to expensive for what i had. I want to go ahead and start workin on it soon and i need to what i can do to it to get closer to the performance of type-s. I know ill get some kind of intake but i need some clues on what the best intake is for my car...thanks
I appreciate all the comments i can get...PLEASE HELP
I appreciate all the comments i can get...PLEASE HELP
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Congratulations & welcome to the board! ![Smile](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
As for intakes, a AEM or Injen CAI will give you a small bump in hp. Use the search function on CAI or cold air intake and you should get a lot of info & opinions. Also look in the FAQ's to learn more about your car.
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As for intakes, a AEM or Injen CAI will give you a small bump in hp. Use the search function on CAI or cold air intake and you should get a lot of info & opinions. Also look in the FAQ's to learn more about your car.
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I also need to get an OEM Body Kit and I need to know where I can get it for the best price and if its very complicated to put on..
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With all the money you gonna spend on these mods, you might as well get a TypeS. As for the bodykit, the best place is on this site. Just click on the button on the top for Aero Parts.
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Originally posted by niko14
get the OBX headers with that cai and youll be somewhat hanging with a tl-s. Stock tl 225hp + headers (20hp) + CAI (5hp) + Pulleys (10hp) =~260hp
get the OBX headers with that cai and youll be somewhat hanging with a tl-s. Stock tl 225hp + headers (20hp) + CAI (5hp) + Pulleys (10hp) =~260hp
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With all the money you gonna spend on these mods, you might as well get a TypeS. As for the bodykit, the best place is on this site. Just click on the button on the top for Aero Parts.
With all the money you gonna spend on these mods, you might as well get a TypeS. As for the bodykit, the best place is on this site. Just click on the button on the top for Aero Parts.
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Re: need advice on my new 03 tl..
Originally posted by gdatw019
I just got an 2003 acura tl and i wanted a type-s but a little to expensive for what i had. I want to go ahead and start workin on it soon and i need to what i can do to it to get closer to the performance of type-s. I know ill get some kind of intake but i need some clues on what the best intake is for my car...thanks
I appreciate all the comments i can get...PLEASE HELP
I just got an 2003 acura tl and i wanted a type-s but a little to expensive for what i had. I want to go ahead and start workin on it soon and i need to what i can do to it to get closer to the performance of type-s. I know ill get some kind of intake but i need some clues on what the best intake is for my car...thanks
I appreciate all the comments i can get...PLEASE HELP
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the thing is...even if i got the type-s i would stilll want the exhaust, cai, the headers and all the other ****....and to me i think the base tl is plenty anyways...but i just wanna work a little bit on boostin the hp and the look up some.
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the thing is...even if i got the type-s i would stilll want the exhaust, cai, the headers and all the other ****....and to me i think the base tl is plenty anyways...but i just wanna work a little bit on boostin the hp and the look up some
gdatw019 - You need to really ask yourself what you want. (Sorry...but your statement makes no sense)
For the price of the CAI, Headers and Pulleys, you will get 260 HP...like the TL-S but you WILL NOT get the:
Suspension
Wheels
VSA
Gauges
Perforated leather
You will get a 260 HP car that will not be able to handle the HP.
Basic question to you is:
Are you looking for a 260 or 300 HP TL ??
gdatw019 - You need to really ask yourself what you want. (Sorry...but your statement makes no sense)
For the price of the CAI, Headers and Pulleys, you will get 260 HP...like the TL-S but you WILL NOT get the:
Suspension
Wheels
VSA
Gauges
Perforated leather
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You will get a 260 HP car that will not be able to handle the HP.
Basic question to you is:
Are you looking for a 260 or 300 HP TL ??
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thanks JPTL....i just got an 03 tl-p and im no tryin to match the hp or anything to the type-s but i just wanted to do some easy mods like the cai....and of course the body kit and the spoiler...and what does the p mean in tl-p?
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Originally posted by gdatw019
thanks JPTL....i just got an 03 tl-p and im no tryin to match the hp or anything to the type-s but i just wanted to do some easy mods like the cai....and of course the body kit and the spoiler...and what does the p mean in tl-p?
thanks JPTL....i just got an 03 tl-p and im no tryin to match the hp or anything to the type-s but i just wanted to do some easy mods like the cai....and of course the body kit and the spoiler...and what does the p mean in tl-p?
Anyway, headers are big, you would notice the difference. However the CAI is cheap and souns hot. Just got mine last month. Pics
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The first mod I did was the Injen CAI which cost me $210... I can feel the difference...
The second thing I got was a Neuspeed Strut Bar... only cost me $110, but I can feel the difference in handling.
gdatw019... OBX Headers will cost you around $300-$400, but it has mixed reviews. I would say go for the Comptech Headers... Acura Dealers won't void warranties on Comptech mods.
The second thing I got was a Neuspeed Strut Bar... only cost me $110, but I can feel the difference in handling.
gdatw019... OBX Headers will cost you around $300-$400, but it has mixed reviews. I would say go for the Comptech Headers... Acura Dealers won't void warranties on Comptech mods.
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Originally posted by gdatw019
and what does the p mean in tl-p?
and what does the p mean in tl-p?
In any case, you picked a great car, enjoy it along with everyone else on this site!
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I have a TLS.
What I really want next for my car is Springs. I agree with neuronbob, if you have money to spend on engine mods, I would say go for Tien Coilovers... Or if thats too expensive go for H&R Springs.
What I really want next for my car is Springs. I agree with neuronbob, if you have money to spend on engine mods, I would say go for Tien Coilovers... Or if thats too expensive go for H&R Springs.
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thanks neuronbob... i needed that haha..i think i should prolly do that first to...but i dont want anything to rub and i dont want to void any warranties so what springs should i get and around how much would it cost to get someone to put the on? thanks
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Depends where you live... H&R OE Springs lower your car .50 &.75 inches... H&R Sports Springs will drop your car 1.50 & 1.75 inches...
You can buy these springs for about $130-$160... Installation should run you about $50-$100... not really sure about installation...
You can buy these springs for about $130-$160... Installation should run you about $50-$100... not really sure about installation...
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anybody know how much clearance i would have if i had a 1.5&1.75 drop with springs with the bodykit...just curious cuz i wanna know if i will still be able to get up my driveway
cuz its basically a curb
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What exactly is the difference engine-wise between the TLP and TL-S?
Is it possible to upgrade those specific parts to basically turn a TLP into a TLS? What would the costs look like?
Is it possible to upgrade those specific parts to basically turn a TLP into a TLS? What would the costs look like?
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I had a TL-P. The only engine mod I had was an Ingen CAI. This was (in my opinion), the best mod possible for this car without trying to make a type-s out of it. The sound alone on that thing when you punched it was worth it's weight in gold...
Either way, nice car...Good luck with it.
-devnull
BTW: I now have a CL-S 6spd (no slushbox for me!!!) (hint hint to some, do a search)
Either way, nice car...Good luck with it.
-devnull
BTW: I now have a CL-S 6spd (no slushbox for me!!!) (hint hint to some, do a search)
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Originally posted by gdatw019
thanks neuronbob... i needed that haha..i think i should prolly do that first to...but i dont want anything to rub and i dont want to void any warranties so what springs should i get and around how much would it cost to get someone to put the on? thanks
thanks neuronbob... i needed that haha..i think i should prolly do that first to...but i dont want anything to rub and i dont want to void any warranties so what springs should i get and around how much would it cost to get someone to put the on? thanks
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