Cnet Review of 2008 TL-S
12-10-2007, 08:07 AM
#41
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Originally Posted by trancemission
thank you 
calm down...lol I love it when people think their being the voice of reason.
so is that why I see about three a day here? no shit we are fans of the TL.
did you even watch the video? his first comment was retarded comparing it to a Lincoln. Im not against anybody bashing the car if its an honest review. There are things I would change, no doubt. Its not perfect and I dont claim it to be.
Do you think his review was spot on?
calm down...lol I love it when people think their being the voice of reason.so is that why I see about three a day here? no shit we are fans of the TL.
did you even watch the video? his first comment was retarded comparing it to a Lincoln. Im not against anybody bashing the car if its an honest review. There are things I would change, no doubt. Its not perfect and I dont claim it to be.
Do you think his review was spot on?
12-10-2007, 10:43 AM
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Well, while I totally agree that the guy is a douche...his review didn't really bother me any 
I guess his ignorance on some of the subject matter was too apparent for me to take offense
I guess his ignorance on some of the subject matter was too apparent for me to take offense
12-10-2007, 02:21 PM
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... If you can afford to keep the a car as heavy as the TL in Z-rated tires, why buy an Acura?
Um... because Acura owners have taste and appreciate engineering and quality. "Competitive" German cars are totally built for snobby wannabes that need to have a Bimmer or a Benz to fit in.
Um... because Acura owners have taste and appreciate engineering and quality. "Competitive" German cars are totally built for snobby wannabes that need to have a Bimmer or a Benz to fit in.
12-10-2007, 02:29 PM
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^^ Apparently, that guy (reviewer) hasn't heard or seen TLFourplay's video on the Bahn 
12-10-2007, 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by jzacuto
... If you can afford to keep the a car as heavy as the TL in Z-rated tires, why buy an Acura?
Um... because Acura owners have taste and appreciate engineering and quality. "Competitive" German cars are totally built for snobby wannabes that need to have a Bimmer or a Benz to fit in.
Um... because Acura owners have taste and appreciate engineering and quality. "Competitive" German cars are totally built for snobby wannabes that need to have a Bimmer or a Benz to fit in.
12-10-2007, 04:02 PM
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What a complete moron.
The reason the car has a cassette is that some people still wanted a cassette in 2004 when the car was launched. Acura never completed redesigned the radio head unit and doing so would cost millions. It makes more sense to just keep the cassette until redesign.
As for torque steer...I had 80's FWD cars with too much power. I know what torque steer is all about. The TL-S is pretty mild and not all that noticable.
Finally, the tool also forgot to mention that the $38K price is pretty amazing. What other car can you get for about $36K (with discounts) plus TTL that has the power, luxury and performance of a TL-S? NOTHING!
Oh, and one more thing that reminds me of the 80's...his mustache. Yeah...a mustache screams young and hip. NOT! (sorry to any of you sporting a mustache!)
The reason the car has a cassette is that some people still wanted a cassette in 2004 when the car was launched. Acura never completed redesigned the radio head unit and doing so would cost millions. It makes more sense to just keep the cassette until redesign.
As for torque steer...I had 80's FWD cars with too much power. I know what torque steer is all about. The TL-S is pretty mild and not all that noticable.
Finally, the tool also forgot to mention that the $38K price is pretty amazing. What other car can you get for about $36K (with discounts) plus TTL that has the power, luxury and performance of a TL-S? NOTHING!
Oh, and one more thing that reminds me of the 80's...his mustache. Yeah...a mustache screams young and hip. NOT! (sorry to any of you sporting a mustache!)
12-10-2007, 04:36 PM
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We have all read several reviews on the TL-S from credible sources and they give the car amazing reviews.
The only review I really care about is my own, that is why I own the car.
I totally agree with everyone that this guy is a major "DOUCHE".
The only review I really care about is my own, that is why I own the car.
I totally agree with everyone that this guy is a major "DOUCHE".
12-10-2007, 08:30 PM
#50
2005TL(6MT)
Originally Posted by Kennedy
- disappointed clutch. concur. Remember guys, when Acura upped the power for the TL-S, they added a restriction valve to slow the release of the clutch. This is to prevent you from supposedly chipping gears in the tranny under a clutch dropping launch... apparently, we are at the power limit of the 6MT. The result of this valve is a "slingshotty" clutch engagement.
IMHO there's still room for clutch improvement since it's nothing like the American muscle car clutches. Seems adequate for normal use but not for spirited.
Taken from http://www.hondanews.com/search/rele...ywheel&s=acura 2004 Acura TL -- Powertrain - Part 2:
"To reduce drivetrain shock and limit the torque load on transmission components, the clutch includes a one-way delay orifice (check valve) located in the slave cylinder that restricts return fluid flow during rapid clutch engagement. This makes the clutch engagement more gradual during overly aggressive release.
A dual-mass flywheel helps to reduce noise, cut down the transfer of engine vibration into the cabin and provide increased comfort during shifting. This unit is divided into two flywheels with a torsion spring and viscous damper sandwiched between the two. This design enhances the durability of the synchronizers, reduces vibration and gear rattle and reduces the shift load"
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