Couple pics of the A-spec rims, and attempted HDR shots :)

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Old 04-16-2009, 06:00 PM
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Couple pics of the A-spec rims, and attempted HDR shots :)

Put my A-spec rims and took off the sunroof visor.
Next is to take off the body side moldings, coilovers, CAI, jpipe and more.
I am on A-spec suspension also right now.















^^ This was actually not one of my HDR attempts but kinda looks like one

And here are my two HDR attempts




Pics were actually taken with a point and shoot camera.
Trying to save up for a DSLR someday
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If you guys could give me a couple tips and tricks on HDR and photography would be cool
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Hey BigJustin, the car is fire...and the pictures are lookin good as well. But most of all, i'm diggin the A-Spec emblem on the sideskirts...i think that's a good spot for it (both sides)...good job, bro!
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niceee

looks very clean
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Shots look awesome dude- and +1 on the location of the badge, first time I have seen it there, very original I cant wait until I get those rims- they look fantastic
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The car looks great! I'm not a big fan of the side body moulding, but that's just my opinion, and as long as you are happy with the car that's all that matters. And has others have mentioned, I also love the location where you put the A-Spec Badge...great thinking.
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Thanks for the comments guys!

And dont worry CLtotheTL i want to take the body side moldings off too.
I also want to take the spoiler off and put the decklid one on haha
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Originally Posted by BigJustin
Thanks for the comments guys!

And dont worry CLtotheTL i want to take the body side moldings off too.
I also want to take the spoiler off and put the decklid one on haha
Exactly what I would do man!

Maybe get the rear TL-S side markers? But then again I'm sure you have a list of things to do to your car before those haha. I have my list saved on my desktop
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i like the original placement of the a-spec badge. nicely done
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Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32
Exactly what I would do man!

Maybe get the rear TL-S side markers? But then again I'm sure you have a list of things to do to your car before those haha. I have my list saved on my desktop
Yep haha have a huge list, probably will take me forever to get a couple of them done haha. And TL-s rear side markers and tailights were definitely on the list for sure

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i like the original placement of the a-spec badge. nicely done
Thank you sir!
Old 04-16-2009, 11:29 PM
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some nice shots man
Old 04-17-2009, 01:20 AM
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Hey BigJustin, I like where you put the a-spec emblems. Pretty cool spots. Anyways, your pics look good. Good job bro!

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I agree with everyone about the badge placement! Well done....







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Old 04-17-2009, 12:02 PM
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car looks damn hot!!! the badge placement was well done too.
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Curious, why did you take off your sunroof visor? What are you going to do with it? I've been pondering getting one.
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Thanks for the comments everyone!!
I wonder if im the only one with the aspec badges on the sideskirts?
Anyways anyone with tips on photography or HDR images?

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Curious, why did you take off your sunroof visor? What are you going to do with it? I've been pondering getting one.
I took it off because i didn't really like how it looked, i think it looks wayyy cleaner with it off Plus i really dont see what the purpose of it is anyways lol. I dont see how it will block out water with the sunroof slightly open?? And i already actually sold it. I say you spend that $100 else where but thats just my
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The aspec badge sets the side skirt off with a different look....looks really goood!
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Originally Posted by BigJustin
Yep haha have a huge list, probably will take me forever to get a couple of them done haha. And TL-S rear side markers and tailights were definitely on the list for sure
Haha I know the feeling. I need to win the lottery . Good luck getting through your list!

Originally Posted by BigJustin
I took it off because i didn't really like how it looked, i think it looks wayyy cleaner with it off Plus i really dont see what the purpose of it is anyways lol. I dont see how it will block out water with the sunroof slightly open?? And i already actually sold it. I say you spend that $100 else where but thats just my
Good move...I honestly don't see the point in those things. What are they supposed to do?
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Originally Posted by No_Lmtz
The aspec badge sets the side skirt off with a different look....looks really goood!
Thanks dude!! At first i thought you meant in a bad way haha

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Haha I know the feeling. I need to win the lottery . Good luck getting through your list!



Good move...I honestly don't see the point in those things. What are they supposed to do?
thanks bro! good luck to you too with getting a nice place
haha i have no idea. i guess do the same thing as what window visors are supposed to do. block out the rain while letting in air. but i still have no idea how it would do that on the sunroof haha.
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Originally Posted by BigJustin
thanks bro! good luck to you too with getting a nice place
haha i have no idea. i guess do the same thing as what window visors are supposed to do. block out the rain while letting in air. but i still have no idea how it would do that on the sunroof haha.
Well I haven't got shit yet haha, but I'm trying for sometime this summmer

Well why would you want your sunroof open while it was raining? I just don't get it haha. I either have the A/C on or all of my windows down, I don't go inbetween. But I'm glad you took it off...car looks real clean. I love the A-Spec rims...I was considering selling my RJ's and getting a set and having them powdercoated a glossy black and slamming my car, but it turned out it would be too expensive
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the hood pic is sick.....
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Aspecs ftw.
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Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32
Well I haven't got shit yet haha, but I'm trying for sometime this summmer

Well why would you want your sunroof open while it was raining? I just don't get it haha. I either have the A/C on or all of my windows down, I don't go inbetween. But I'm glad you took it off...car looks real clean. I love the A-Spec rims...I was considering selling my RJ's and getting a set and having them powdercoated a glossy black and slamming my car, but it turned out it would be too expensive
hahah i have no idea and yeah im glad i took it off too haha really loving it now. just gotta take off those body side moldings next.
I was actually considering selling my a-specs before, until i saw this thread with this guy who was slammed on them. i then fell in love with these rims all over again haha

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the hood pic is sick.....
Thanks bro I'm lovin your SSM too! SSM FTW

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Aspecs ftw.
fo shoo!! Although gold te-37s > Aspecs haha
BTW im lovin your TSX too
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Very clean! first time I've seen the Aspec badges on the side skirts... other than the issue of always being dirty and maybe difficult to keep clean, I think I am a fan of the placement!!! Still trying to figure out where to put mine....

I had a sunroof visor on my old 95 Accord that was "handed down" to me about 10 years ago... I was told it was supposed to cut down the wind noise.. I dont have a visor on my new TL and dont plan on putting one on, and so far have no problems with wind noise.... so who knows?!!!
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Hello. I'm also looking to add ASpec rims and suspension to my 2006 TL. Do you do his through an Acura dealer? Would you mind sharing how much these options cost? Thanks.

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Hello. I'm also looking to add ASpec rims and suspension to my 2006 TL. Do you do his through an Acura dealer? Would you mind sharing how much these options cost? Thanks.
I called some dealerships and found out the aspec suspension kits are no longer available. I guess I waited too long. Thanks.

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^^Hey there , this is an old thread and most of these guys are long gone.

But to answer your questions: the A-Spec suspension can still be had on Ebay from select Acura dealers...usually runs about $600 if I recall. The A-Spec wheels (18x8) can still be purchased at Acura dealers online, but it's crazy expensive. If you check the Black Market here on AZine, there is a set currently for sale and sets pop up for sale from time to time. Hope that helps
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Nice looking car!
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