Hey, i'm installing a AEM V2 in my 02 TL, anyone have any issues that i should know about before it gets here? Thanks! Also, getting the AEM Pully(s) any issues? big gains? big difference? Lates!

OH! and BTW JUST got it back from the shop, new tranny under warrnty! lol!

Insomnia

PS: Love the site, i'll be posting here reguarly!

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2002 Acura TL Black/Tan 66000 Miles
No Mods...Yet.

 

installing an intake should be pretty self explanatory...

AEM pulleys don't do jack squat. The Unorthodox Racing crank pulley is where you will get gains. Throw that crap away.

 

I have the AEM pulleys and they don't really do anything, i just got it because i got a good deal and didn't want to spend major $$ on the 3 piece UR set. They are mainly for looks.

 

good thing i havn't bought it yet. i've been reading up on the pulley systems, i think i'll go with Unorthodox Racing pulley set. thanks for the input. i need more info on the install of the v2. I've seen there are issues with the v2 and the 99 model...not sure if that translates over.

 

There arent issues with the V2 on any TL. The only difference with the 99 and 00+ is the 99 has a mini radiator in the airbox area that needs to be bypassed

 

great...i feel better now. thanks.

 

If you have some patience and can turn a wrench, this is not a hard process. If you are going the "removing your bumper" route, just make sure to keep all the clips, 2 screws, and 2 bolts organized, remember what came off of where, and try not to break them. They are ~$2 to replace. Ensure that anything that you unplugged from the throttlebody area is plugged back in. And put some blankets down when removing the bumper, in case you need to rest it quick. The only thing I had ever done to my car before my AEM install was replacing the foglight blubs. Ha. Let us know how it goes... (I suggest not starting the install at 12AM, like I did. By the time you're finished, you're not going to want to put the car away for the night! It sounds sooo nice...)

 

Thanks! i had no idea i had to remove the bumper! arg...i'll prolly have to take it to the DIY garage on base. i'll post pics for the rest of you! Thanks!

 

You don't "have" to. There are 2 methods.
1. Removing the bumper (which gives you PLENTY of room to work. It's not as difficult as it sounds)
2. Unbolting the plastic underneath where the intake sits and working from below & above (tight place)
Generally, I've found more posts where people just remove the bumper and save their hands...

 

i have a v2 on my 03 TLs...i had to modify it to fit my car but it will fit fine on the 02 TLp