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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 07:35 AM
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New Type-S... looking for ANYTHING!

Hi,

This is my first thread. I just bought an Acura TL-S in Kinetic Blue. This is my first Honda product ever. I recently had 2 Subaru's, an STI and a Legacy GT.

I sold the STI, and got myself a TL-S. We're currently trying to sell the Legacy GT, and getting an MDX in it's place... :lol:

Anyway, I'm looking for any aftermarket part support I can find! I'd love to get some sort of exhaust system, or intake for this thing.

One more request, does anybody have any pictures of the FACTORY Lip Spoiler kit for the 07's?? I can't find it!

Thanks guys, look forward to being here!

-Matt
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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 09:08 AM
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Hey Welcome to the forums! as for an intake ... supposedly the 04-06 AEM cai models are compatible with the TL-S so try looking into that
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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 11:49 AM
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Awesome... I'll do that!

I guess it's going to be a while before we can expect any exhaust systems, if any?

This thing sounds so good, I can only imagine what an exhaust would do for it!

I hate to do ANY chopping or fabricating... I'd rather get a bolt on system, and keep the factory exhaust intact. No muffler shop, here...
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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 12:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Converted
Awesome... I'll do that!

I guess it's going to be a while before we can expect any exhaust systems, if any?

This thing sounds so good, I can only imagine what an exhaust would do for it!

I hate to do ANY chopping or fabricating... I'd rather get a bolt on system, and keep the factory exhaust intact. No muffler shop, here...
look for TLFourplays TL-s....he has it modded to the hills. and he knows what works and what doesnt
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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by drdug27
look for TLFourplays TL-s....he has it modded to the hills. and he knows what works and what doesnt

Thanks for showing some love..
Ok, the AEM CAI and the Outlaw engineering Thermoblock spacers come highly recommended. I was the first to get thsoe for the S because no one knew if they would fit or not but I ordered both of those for the 3.2L 04-06 TL and sure enough they bolt in perfectly.

If you have the 6spd get the comptech short shifter, that thing is awesome. I LOVE IT!!!!

I have 19" Ron Jon's and couldnt love em more, also for suspension I am running Tein SS w/EDFC, great suspension but a bit pricey.

I also have the DVD convertor to watch dvd's and stuff on the factory nav screen, awesome add on. Always amazes people.

Just click on my username and find threads posted by me, I have always posted a lot of pics adn stuff.

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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 01:39 PM
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The exhaust on the Type S looks good.... I would keep that
congrats on the new vehicle...

coming from STi , the Type S must be slow for ya
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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 02:01 PM
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I too wanted a lil more sound but wanted to keep the stock tips because i really like how they look. I removed the mid-muffler and replaced it with a straight pipe and the car sounds much better. Its not loud at all, just a lil bit louder than stock at low RPMs.
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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 02:03 PM
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Faster than the STI... but MUCH nicer! It's a welcomed change... no looking back.

Thanks for the info, I'll be e-mailing a few of you!
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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Converted
Faster than the STI... but MUCH nicer! It's a welcomed change... no looking back.

Thanks for the info, I'll be e-mailing a few of you!
Is it really faster than the STI?
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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 03:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Silver_Surfer
Is it really faster than the STI?
Whoops... typo!
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Old Dec 15, 2006 | 03:52 PM
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Originally Posted by TLFourplay
Thanks for showing some love..
Ok, the AEM CAI and the Outlaw engineering Thermoblock spacers come highly recommended. I was the first to get thsoe for the S because no one knew if they would fit or not but I ordered both of those for the 3.2L 04-06 TL and sure enough they bolt in perfectly.

If you have the 6spd get the comptech short shifter, that thing is awesome. I LOVE IT!!!!

I have 19" Ron Jon's and couldnt love em more, also for suspension I am running Tein SS w/EDFC, great suspension but a bit pricey.

I also have the DVD convertor to watch dvd's and stuff on the factory nav screen, awesome add on. Always amazes people.

Just click on my username and find threads posted by me, I have always posted a lot of pics adn stuff. Need any help shoot me an email, tedurik@yahoo.com

finaly after a week the dealer locatd my silver one and i am gonna pick it up in 2 hours! first of all your threads rock and i have already ordered the CAI and looking for the short throw as we speak.
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Old Dec 16, 2006 | 12:47 PM
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Originally Posted by drdug27
finaly after a week the dealer locatd my silver one and i am gonna pick it up in 2 hours! first of all your threads rock and i have already ordered the CAI and looking for the short throw as we speak.
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Thanks man, comtechusa.com for the ss. You will be so pleased with it, it tightens it up so much it feels great.
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Old Dec 16, 2006 | 09:34 PM
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The comptech exausht fits the 07's as far as their site says. The tips would have to be cut off your stock system and be welded on to the comptech as the comptech ones are not as free flowing with the bumper. Also check out the rear sway bar to reduce body roll in turns.
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Old Dec 17, 2006 | 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by csmeance
The comptech exausht fits the 07's as far as their site says. The tips would have to be cut off your stock system and be welded on to the comptech as the comptech ones are not as free flowing with the bumper. Also check out the rear sway bar to reduce body roll in turns.
RSB is same size on Type S as comptech's. FYI
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Old Dec 17, 2006 | 05:23 PM
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Originally Posted by TLFourplay
RSB is same size on Type S as comptech's. FYI
thanks for that post...i was just about to order one for my Type S auto.....I guess i will try putting aspec or some better tires on like I had on my 04.
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Old Dec 18, 2006 | 10:10 PM
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What makes the normal TL CAI not fit the TYPE-S if this is only a displacement change of the same engine? One would think that the intake piping and airbox assembly would be in a similar place just from a logical standpoint.

I have an 06 RSX-S and my friend just got a 07 TL-S, so he is looking for a CAI and I just dont see the obvious differences between the motors that would dictate a need for a completely separate intake?
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Old Dec 19, 2006 | 07:22 AM
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Originally Posted by CobraCommander
What makes the normal TL CAI not fit the TYPE-S if this is only a displacement change of the same engine? One would think that the intake piping and airbox assembly would be in a similar place just from a logical standpoint.

I have an 06 RSX-S and my friend just got a 07 TL-S, so he is looking for a CAI and I just dont see the obvious differences between the motors that would dictate a need for a completely separate intake?

Like I said it does fit perfectly.
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Old Dec 19, 2006 | 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by TLFourplay
Like I said it does fit perfectly.
Is there any notice in performance at all? What about sound? Does it have some more bite??
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Old Dec 19, 2006 | 10:41 PM
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Originally Posted by mioduz
Is there any notice in performance at all? What about sound? Does it have some more bite??

https://acurazine.com/forums/ramblings-12/balon-oficial-eurocopa-del-penalti-fallado-por-beckham-147324/
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Old Dec 20, 2006 | 11:02 PM
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That's the next thing I'll get... looks great!

I just bought the carbon fiber trim kit for the front and rear...

It covers up the black plastic around the cupholder, the heated seat buttons, and around the entire ventilation set-up in the back.

Looks REALLY good!
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Old Dec 21, 2006 | 06:59 AM
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That's the next thing I'll get... looks great!

I just bought the carbon fiber trim kit for the front and rear...

It covers up the black plastic around the cupholder, the heated seat buttons, and around the entire ventilation set-up in the back.

Looks REALLY good!

You are right, it does look real good. I got that too.
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Old Dec 21, 2006 | 11:05 AM
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If you have a 6 speed with a Comptech short shift, you MUST get the aluminum shifter bushings to tighten up that shift even more... The cable PN's are the same from 04-07, so they'll work across the board.



http://www.usa.com/store/catalog/pro...615899521a4299

Don't forget a SKUNK2 weighted shift knob and Specialty Formulation tranny fluid for the best you can get in Honda shifting...
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Old Dec 21, 2006 | 11:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Kennedy
If you have a 6 speed with a Comptech short shift, you MUST get the aluminum shifter bushings to tighten up that shift even more... The cable PN's are the same from 04-07, so they'll work across the board.

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haha I got those too. I actually just installed them yeste4rday, they sure do tighten it up a good bit more. Worth every penny,m real cheap upgrade. For under 100 bucks to have the short shifter and aluminum bushings.... WOW
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Old Dec 21, 2006 | 05:24 PM
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Anybody know where to get the best price on an AEM intake for the 04+ TL??
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Old Dec 26, 2006 | 05:34 PM
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I got my aem cai on amazon for 200 shipped...
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Old Dec 26, 2006 | 05:49 PM
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Originally Posted by chaperoah
I got my aem cai on amazon for 200 shipped...
wow thats pretty good. I got mine off of ebay for something like 215 shipped



I got my UR pulley today....
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