Emerson's KBP Type S Rebuild Thread!!!
05-23-2012, 07:10 PM
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Yes I've been looking into the Tein SS or The ISC coilovers from XLR8. And yes I ment to say 18x9 +30 not 38 ... lol
When I do I'd make sure I put it on my post before putting them on the market.
When I do I'd make sure I put it on my post before putting them on the market.
05-23-2012, 08:50 PM
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Get these! These are the updated Tein SS coils. Cheapest I've found yet. They retail $940.
http://1xracing.com/tein/tein_damper.../i-525373.aspx
http://1xracing.com/tein/tein_damper.../i-525373.aspx
05-24-2012, 08:53 AM
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Get these! These are the updated Tein SS coils. Cheapest I've found yet. They retail $940.
http://1xracing.com/tein/tein_damper.../i-525373.aspx
http://1xracing.com/tein/tein_damper.../i-525373.aspx
05-24-2012, 09:02 AM
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Sure am 
on those that I linked you. I haven't found anywhere cheaper.
Plus those are the newest version. Tein SS is outdated by those.
on those that I linked you. I haven't found anywhere cheaper.Plus those are the newest version. Tein SS is outdated by those.
05-24-2012, 09:11 AM
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I really like the new XLR8 coilovers....I think they are decent bang for the buck if he is still running the introductory pricing....
05-24-2012, 09:17 AM
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Not to be a douche but the few times I peeked in that thread they didn't seem so hot...
05-24-2012, 09:23 AM
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^^^ ohh no dude....we are just having a conversation here lol....and if you like something and i dont or the other way around, doesnt make you a douche....
but for the price, 850-900 i feel the 32 point adjustable coilovers are a good deal....yeah the manufacturer screwed the 1st set by mounting the plate backwards but still, i feel they are good bang for the buck....
an in no way am taking away from Teins.....I have had my Tein Basics since 4 years and 80K miles, without an ISSUE !!! they def sell themselves....
but for the price, 850-900 i feel the 32 point adjustable coilovers are a good deal....yeah the manufacturer screwed the 1st set by mounting the plate backwards but still, i feel they are good bang for the buck....
an in no way am taking away from Teins.....I have had my Tein Basics since 4 years and 80K miles, without an ISSUE !!! they def sell themselves....
05-24-2012, 09:30 AM
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lol thanks
I'm just going with Tein because I've heard awesome things about them from other members and they are fully adjustable.
I'm just going with Tein because I've heard awesome things about them from other members and they are fully adjustable.
05-24-2012, 09:36 AM
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^^^ so are ISC's....John (ebelp) has the ISC's....and they can drop lower than Teins....
but down the line if you plan on getting EDFC, then stick with Teins....as i mentioned, i cant praise tein's build quality enough but the ISC's are big too, just not with the Acura's but if you look up lexus/etc they are BIGGGG !!!
but down the line if you plan on getting EDFC, then stick with Teins....as i mentioned, i cant praise tein's build quality enough but the ISC's are big too, just not with the Acura's but if you look up lexus/etc they are BIGGGG !!!
05-24-2012, 09:46 AM
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I don't plan on EDFC, if I tracked the car and DD it I would, but I have no use for it. Maybe if it was cheaper 
Also, the Teins do a 2.9" drop, which is far more than I need
Also, the Teins do a 2.9" drop, which is far more than I need
05-24-2012, 09:56 AM
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^^^ Austin....am just laying out the pros and cons....i doubt you will EVER use the dampening once you have it set, but its good to have it right ?
so just putting down the pros and different options available so you guys can make a decision LOL....
so just putting down the pros and different options available so you guys can make a decision LOL....
05-24-2012, 10:01 AM
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Yeah, I'd probably get it where I want it but if I ever went to NC to visit my brother I'd make the damping stiff. Mountain roads = 
05-24-2012, 10:14 AM
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^^^ ohh no dude....we are just having a conversation here lol....and if you like something and i dont or the other way around, doesnt make you a douche....
but for the price, 850-900 i feel the 32 point adjustable coilovers are a good deal....yeah the manufacturer screwed the 1st set by mounting the plate backwards but still, i feel they are good bang for the buck....
an in no way am taking away from Teins.....I have had my Tein Basics since 4 years and 80K miles, without an ISSUE !!! they def sell themselves....
but for the price, 850-900 i feel the 32 point adjustable coilovers are a good deal....yeah the manufacturer screwed the 1st set by mounting the plate backwards but still, i feel they are good bang for the buck....
an in no way am taking away from Teins.....I have had my Tein Basics since 4 years and 80K miles, without an ISSUE !!! they def sell themselves....
05-24-2012, 10:22 AM
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You still got it wrong 
the SS is outdated and retails for like $1100. The Street Advance (SA) is the newer version, and they're cheaper by like $200. 
the SS is outdated and retails for like $1100. The Street Advance (SA) is the newer version, and they're cheaper by like $200.
05-24-2012, 10:51 AM
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but yeah either way you wont go wrong....i have seen people run shitty company shocks and are doing fine....we are talking about 2 reputable companies here.....
05-24-2012, 12:41 PM
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thats why I was deciding on the Tein SS.!!!
Yeah I'm thinking the same way here... These companies are top of the line on their products. So there really nothing to worry about. Now all I need is the money.. lol
05-24-2012, 12:52 PM
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Couple months. I've heard great things about them.
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05-25-2012, 08:39 AM
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Congratulations!!! Welcome to the KBP club. Unbelievable project with stellar results.
05-25-2012, 10:02 AM
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Update
I was looking around on the performance section and saw the RV6 V2 dual exhaust forum. I've made the deposit but don't know if I got in to this batch since they were saying that there were only 20 systems... And I'm pretty sure there are more than 20 deposits made already.
Hopefully I got in !
I was looking around on the performance section and saw the RV6 V2 dual exhaust forum. I've made the deposit but don't know if I got in to this batch since they were saying that there were only 20 systems... And I'm pretty sure there are more than 20 deposits made already.
Hopefully I got in !
05-25-2012, 10:03 AM
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^^^ Those systems sound SICK.....so does the ATLP quads.....
05-25-2012, 10:09 AM
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I know I was looking into the ATLP quads as well but it seems that those are taking a little longer to get produce so I decided to go with the RV6 quads. I can't wait to see how they look. I'm still thinking about which way to go with the tips...
Polish finish or Black Chrome??? what do you think?
Polish finish or Black Chrome??? what do you think?
05-25-2012, 10:20 AM
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Do you plan on making the car have a darker or lighter theme?
05-25-2012, 11:00 AM
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I know I was looking into the ATLP quads as well but it seems that those are taking a little longer to get produce so I decided to go with the RV6 quads. I can't wait to see how they look. I'm still thinking about which way to go with the tips...
Polish finish or Black Chrome??? what do you think?
Polish finish or Black Chrome??? what do you think?
and since Marcus @ HeelToe took over ATLP orders, things have sped up....with the RV6 you will be waiting for a while...
05-25-2012, 11:15 AM
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Probably a lighter theme ... I just love how the blue and chrome look together...
Have you seen my front bumper, the way I painted the grille insert. I think it looks great.
Yeah you're right about that... you don't see many black chrome tips around.
Have you seen my front bumper, the way I painted the grille insert. I think it looks great.
Yeah you're right about that... you don't see many black chrome tips around.
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Yes I did see it, I like it a lot. If you're going for a lighter theme I'd go with polished tips.
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06-13-2012, 01:56 PM
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Hello Azine brothers. I know I've been absent for a couple of days but I've been so busy at work and also with the family since we got family visiting for Georgia.
The car is looking as sharp as new. I drove it for about 3 days straight and now I see why everyone is trying to make their TL's lighter cus that thing is a wallet killer "Gas wise". Other than that the car handles so smooth, suspension is right on point and also gotta love the VTEC... lol
Anyways... I'll be working on it this Sunday. My rear camera still not working and I was wondering if any of you guys can help me.... I need somebody that has a Orange DVD to take a picture of your Navi Info which should look like this.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7369265118/http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7369265118/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/emersont503/, on Flickr
Here is another picture of the car.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7184026741/http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7184026741/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/emersont503/, on Flickr
http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7184047503/http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7184047503/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/emersont503/, on Flickr
The car is looking as sharp as new. I drove it for about 3 days straight and now I see why everyone is trying to make their TL's lighter cus that thing is a wallet killer "Gas wise". Other than that the car handles so smooth, suspension is right on point and also gotta love the VTEC... lol
Anyways... I'll be working on it this Sunday. My rear camera still not working and I was wondering if any of you guys can help me.... I need somebody that has a Orange DVD to take a picture of your Navi Info which should look like this.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7369265118/http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7369265118/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/emersont503/, on Flickr
Here is another picture of the car.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7184026741/http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7184026741/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/emersont503/, on Flickr
http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7184047503/http://www.flickr.com/photos/emersont503/7184047503/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/emersont503/, on Flickr
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Drive it nicely! The TL is pretty efficient dude. Just don't expect 30mpg city.
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Thats a nice pic...
imma leave the Nav pix for people who have nav LOL
besides i used to get 33MPG highway even before the weight loss
imma leave the Nav pix for people who have nav LOL
besides i used to get 33MPG highway even before the weight loss
06-13-2012, 02:09 PM
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And yeah I was surprised the first day I drove, I've been getting 24mpg right now.. Is that good???
Thanks man. I wish my car was modded as yours already... but I guess it just takes time... And damn 33MPG before all that DIET.. Umm wonder what you did to it ???
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^^^ just regular maintenance bro....
i had a CAI no exhaust components and just drive at 70-75mpg !!!
once i got the exhaust i was revving it a little too much but still i was getting ~28-29MPG highway....
after the weight loss, i still rev it a little too much but i do get 33-34MPG highway cruising at 70-75MPH...
i had a CAI no exhaust components and just drive at 70-75mpg !!!
once i got the exhaust i was revving it a little too much but still i was getting ~28-29MPG highway....
after the weight loss, i still rev it a little too much but i do get 33-34MPG highway cruising at 70-75MPH...
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06-13-2012, 02:24 PM
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Swoosh means 70/75 MPH lol
And yes
24 is good, that's what I get.
And yes
24 is good, that's what I get.
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yeah thats what i meant LOL....even thow 70-75MPG would be nice
06-13-2012, 02:34 PM
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^^^ just regular maintenance bro....
i had a CAI no exhaust components and just drive at 70-75mpg !!!
once i got the exhaust i was revving it a little too much but still i was getting ~28-29MPG highway....
after the weight loss, i still rev it a little too much but i do get 33-34MPG highway cruising at 70-75MPH...
i had a CAI no exhaust components and just drive at 70-75mpg !!!
once i got the exhaust i was revving it a little too much but still i was getting ~28-29MPG highway....
after the weight loss, i still rev it a little too much but i do get 33-34MPG highway cruising at 70-75MPH...
Lol I wish a car had that MPG... lol
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so you fixed a completely messed up car and wanna take it in for a tranny flush
DIY my friend....its very very simple....takes 5 minutes (ok am exaggerating, takes 30 minutes for the drain and refill)....do it 3-4 times with a 100-200 mile interval
DIY my friend....its very very simple....takes 5 minutes (ok am exaggerating, takes 30 minutes for the drain and refill)....do it 3-4 times with a 100-200 mile interval
06-13-2012, 02:39 PM
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I'm also gonna do the Avatar pic today... I'm going for the aztec look before and after... is that good???
also gonna make a link for the "1st and only true rebuild thread on Azine" what do you guys think about that one?
also gonna make a link for the "1st and only true rebuild thread on Azine" what do you guys think about that one?
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Meh, complete car for the Avi
And yes that would be awesome!!
And yes that would be awesome!!
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06-13-2012, 02:45 PM
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And thats why I'm also letting them to do the trans flush !!!