05 base tl performance build help
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Cruisin'
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05 base tl performance build help
Im trying to figure out away to build my tl to make a pritty good amount of power by building myself. Im having trouble finding parts. I would really like a good supercharger build but would also do a turbo but cant find a turbo and comptec is way expensive for what i see little power. Any tips would be very appreciated.
There are a few after market supercharger systems out there; they ain't cheap, and the dollar per horsepower gained isn't all that impressive. Turbocharger applications on cars with "V" style engines, especially transverse V engines are problematic regardless of the brand. Our TLs are no exception, turbocharging a 3G TL is both expensive and challenging in that pretty much every thing you do is going to be a custom job.
The sad truth is, if you are looking for a car to build relatively inexpensively, you're going to need to look further afield..
The sad truth is, if you are looking for a car to build relatively inexpensively, you're going to need to look further afield..
Couldn't tell you; I personally have a great dislike for virtually all modern supercharger installations, and as such, I don't research them. That said, if you use the Search function, there are several threads here which discuss such projects.
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Supercharging. There is Gerzy Bear performance Rotrex superchargerkit and Comptech supercharger kit.
Let me clue you in on prices. I recently purchased the Gerzy Bear Performance Stage 3.5 kit. It has the potential to boost your car to 650WHP. $7500 shipped.
I currently have an automatic 3.2L base model 2008 with a Comptech supercharger. To get the Comptech Supercharger, misc parts needed and to do it right. It cost me about $10,000.
Expensive yes. was it worth it? Also yes. The sounds of the engine, exhaust, and supercharger make is a great thing to hear and feel.
Some here will tell you to look to a different platform if you want cheaper upgrades, RWD, Et Cetera. If you love the make and model, you will make it work.
The 3g is a beauty inside and out. It is hard working and forgiving. I love it to pieces
Let me clue you in on prices. I recently purchased the Gerzy Bear Performance Stage 3.5 kit. It has the potential to boost your car to 650WHP. $7500 shipped.
I currently have an automatic 3.2L base model 2008 with a Comptech supercharger. To get the Comptech Supercharger, misc parts needed and to do it right. It cost me about $10,000.
Expensive yes. was it worth it? Also yes. The sounds of the engine, exhaust, and supercharger make is a great thing to hear and feel.
Some here will tell you to look to a different platform if you want cheaper upgrades, RWD, Et Cetera. If you love the make and model, you will make it work.
The 3g is a beauty inside and out. It is hard working and forgiving. I love it to pieces
Last edited by Acura TL Builder; Aug 9, 2018 at 10:38 PM.
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I have to agree with Saving4aTL.
I ended up SC'ing my '03 CLS6 with just the basic CT-E kit. However, that was after I first started with the Icebox intake ($250-year 2002), then I proceeded to the headers ($1000-year 2003) and just with those two mods the car came to life substantially, I was HOOKED. Next up was the CT-E S/C'er kit; autometer FP; boost gauges; A-pillar pod and lightweight pulley set ($6200 installed-year 2004). Next, to free-up more hp came the CT B-pipe ($300-year 2005). Found a set of hardly used CT-E axle back cans from a member here ($250-year 2008). Finally, XLR8 had a freer flowing cat for sale (IIRC'ly $300-year 2010ish). I plan to drive the wheels off this car because there is nothing out there with a manual 6 speed, in my price range, that 'stirs a desire' to get rid of this one. This thing is driven in scorching heat everyday in stop and go traffic and it executes with reliability and performance. The best money I spent on car mods, EVER.
I have to agree with Saving4aTL.
I ended up SC'ing my '03 CLS6 with just the basic CT-E kit. However, that was after I first started with the Icebox intake ($250-year 2002), then I proceeded to the headers ($1000-year 2003) and just with those two mods the car came to life substantially, I was HOOKED. Next up was the CT-E S/C'er kit; autometer FP; boost gauges; A-pillar pod and lightweight pulley set ($6200 installed-year 2004). Next, to free-up more hp came the CT B-pipe ($300-year 2005). Found a set of hardly used CT-E axle back cans from a member here ($250-year 2008). Finally, XLR8 had a freer flowing cat for sale (IIRC'ly $300-year 2010ish). I plan to drive the wheels off this car because there is nothing out there with a manual 6 speed, in my price range, that 'stirs a desire' to get rid of this one. This thing is driven in scorching heat everyday in stop and go traffic and it executes with reliability and performance. The best money I spent on car mods, EVER.
Last edited by zeta; Aug 10, 2018 at 07:03 AM.
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