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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 10:23 AM
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Just got a '08 Type-S...

What's up everybody,


I just scooped up a 2008 TL Type-S and wanted to see what kind of options were out there to make it a little bit different that others out there.


I don't want to do anything super crazy, and most cosmetic type upgrades. Obviously headlights are an option... I like the Halo look. I'd also like a set that's actually glass instead of plastic b/c of the hazing. I also like the look of the roof spoilers.


Anything suggestions or whatever would be cool.


Thanks!!
Dan
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 10:47 AM
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glass headlights??? just polish the plastic and apply a UV protectant and your good to go. What if the glass chips? lol
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 10:58 AM
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I hear what you're saying, but back in the day all headlights were made of glass... cracking was never really an issue, plastic is just cheaper. They're already stating to get that hazy look, but if I were to get a new set, UV protectant is a good call. Thanks Jeff!!
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 11:37 AM
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ASPEC lip kit is a good aesthetic mod. on your new ride and welcome to AcuraZine.
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 11:43 AM
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ASPEC lip kit is a good aesthetic mod. on your new ride and welcome to AcuraZine.





Thanks my man!
I look forward to using this forum!!!
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 11:46 AM
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If you use it too much you'll be broke lol
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 11:53 AM
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If you use it too much you'll be broke lol


I hear THAT!!!
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 04:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Oh Sickest TL
If you use it too much you'll be broke lol
yes please stay away from this forum. My bank account would have at least 15k if I never came here
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 05:19 PM
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^ lol same. Once you start seeing how good these cars can look its hard to resist.
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 05:49 PM
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Lol, I think I've been broke for quite some time now...
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 08:37 PM
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Welcome, Dan!

Window tint and the A-Spec kit are must haves.
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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 01:12 AM
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Yolo
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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 02:10 AM
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Congrats on the car. Did you get an auto or manual?
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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 05:25 AM
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Welcome!


...to the money pit.
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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 11:17 AM
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Congrats on the car. Did you get an auto or manual?
It's an automatic. I do miss driving a stick from time to time but it is nice just driving.

Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32
Welcome, Dan!

Window tint and the A-Spec kit are must haves.
No doubt... tint is ALWAYS the first thing you do. Luckily it came tinted so I don't have to do that. But do I make it darker??? Ha!

I'll have to look into that a-spec kit. Thanks!

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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 11:28 AM
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what colour is it
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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 11:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Oh Sickest TL
what colour is it
Black
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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 12:28 PM
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well first thing is delete the dealer sticker above the acura emblem
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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 12:33 PM
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Congrats on the car. Did you get an auto or manual?
Yeah I know... I took half of it off, then it was rain then snowing then work and other stuff. I'm working on it. Haha
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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 12:57 PM
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Old Apr 18, 2016 | 10:15 AM
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i looked at this car. i even went to go to look at it. test drove it and every thing. i was on and off about getting it and then John called me sold me it sold. Now i know you have it. Its a clean car. the cross drilled rotors on it threw me off tho. i hope he recharged your AC when i tested it. it seemed low.

where at in around philly?
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Old Apr 18, 2016 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by dannyboo00
I hear what you're saying, but back in the day all headlights were made of glass... cracking was never really an issue, plastic is just cheaper. They're already stating to get that hazy look, but if I were to get a new set, UV protectant is a good call. Thanks Jeff!!
You are right 2 of my vehicles have glass headlights and no issues with fading but IF you were to find a set in glass for the TL I can almost expect it would be cost prohibitive, depending on your budget, to acquire these.

As suggested get the top headlight restore kit and make sure you put the UV protectant when complete and/or film.

Congrats and welcome!
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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 12:24 AM
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Congrats Dan-tints are always the first mod for these cars.
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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 04:50 AM
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i looked at this car. i even went to go to look at it. test drove it and every thing. i was on and off about getting it and then John called me sold me it sold. Now i know you have it. Its a clean car. the cross drilled rotors on it threw me off tho. i hope he recharged your AC when i tested it. it seemed low.

where at in around philly?
I live in Bucks County
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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by dannyboo00
I live in Bucks County
oh wow. im also in Bucks. Bensalem.

Congrats on the car. its a really clean car. Paint and interior is surprisingly clean and you can tell its well taken care of. only reason i didn't get it is because he was asking way more than its fair value. by the time i was going to call him up again he called me and said you bought it.
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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by SouthStar019
oh wow. im also in Bucks. Bensalem.

Congrats on the car. its a really clean car. Paint and interior is surprisingly clean and you can tell its well taken care of. only reason i didn't get it is because he was asking way more than its fair value. by the time i was going to call him up again he called me and said you bought it.
Right on!! I have friends in Bensalem... I'm there quite often.

Yeah it's really clean. I did my research and though a little high, I'm ok with what I paid (plus what I got for my trade-in)
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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 09:55 AM
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yea i ended up getting an 07 with lower miles. but i had to go all the way to NC for it. i didnt trade in my old car. still going to keep it.

im waiting to post pictures of mine. waiting for a nice solid clay bar, polish and wax.
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