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Old Apr 4, 2015 | 12:32 AM
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What should I get first

So I'm getting a Acura TL tomorrow and I want to know what should I get first it's a 05 and not a type s sadly
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Old Apr 4, 2015 | 02:36 AM
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Some new fluids for peace of mind, and any other maintenance items if it's around that time. If you're nearing 105k, probably the water pump and timing belt service. Best to maintain the car first so it can last with all the mods you plan on doing later.
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Old Apr 4, 2015 | 10:30 AM
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Tint
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Old Apr 4, 2015 | 10:34 AM
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maintenance over mods...always.


plus, you did not give any information to what you want....
what do you like? power or aesthetic mods?
whats your goal for the car?

you cant just come in here and expect people to know what you want....

maintenance over mods all day erry day.... anywaay.
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Old Apr 4, 2015 | 06:58 PM
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Maintainence if it hasn't been done. Mods maybe start small, led interior + License plate replacement are easy and extremely cheap. Tint is always good too.
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Old Apr 4, 2015 | 08:48 PM
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paint the rims
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Old Apr 4, 2015 | 09:49 PM
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You should probably get gas first so you can drive it home!
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Old Apr 5, 2015 | 12:27 PM
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Make sure you get the keys so you can start the car!
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Old Apr 5, 2015 | 02:17 PM
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Welcome and tell us more about your car!
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 08:31 AM
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debadge it

also take off your front plate if your in a state where thats ok

Last edited by Steven Bell; Apr 8, 2015 at 06:06 PM. Reason: Merge Posts
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 09:48 PM
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Fix the HFL if yours is out!
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 09:59 PM
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Preventive maintaince always first.
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Old Apr 6, 2015 | 10:54 PM
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Originally Posted by jrleclerc88
debadge it
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Old Apr 7, 2015 | 05:43 AM
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^stop spreading cancer, Tacobella!

i debadged mine...
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Old Apr 7, 2015 | 06:28 AM
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^stop spreading cancer, Tacobella!

i debadged mine...
Not debadging causes cancer???
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Old Apr 7, 2015 | 12:26 PM
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Maintenance is key. After that, tint the windows and consider adding the A-Spec kit. Don't do wheels until you lower the car, if you decide to do so.
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Old Apr 7, 2015 | 12:50 PM
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Coilovers after maintence.
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Old Apr 7, 2015 | 03:53 PM
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Definitely start off with maintenance, then go with our XLR8 V2 J-Pipe. More power, more sound, easy install, and made in the U.S.! Ultimately, it depends on what you want to do with the car. Are you looking for better handling? More sound? More power?

Definitely send me a PM if you have any questions!
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Old Apr 8, 2015 | 05:02 PM
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Maint.
A-Spec body kit ( if you still can )
Tint
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Old Apr 8, 2015 | 06:05 PM
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First, welcome and congrats.


1. Maintenance
2. Tint
3. Aesthetic or performance mods.
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