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02-19-2008, 11:09 PM
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Originally Posted by V-tec
did you use your stock shocks? and how many fingers are in the front and back?
1 snug finger front, 1 finger with a little wiggle room rear.
Originally Posted by eh? spec
I just ordered my H&R Sports today!
Originally Posted by jptl04
"TIGHT!" looks good bro, yeah not diggin the a-spec front either. were did you get the front bumper inserts?
Insert from Ebay - Domedecal I think is the vendor name. A bit over-priced at $35, but it's the best available as far as I know.
02-20-2008, 06:37 AM
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Originally Posted by BAT3STL
beatiful, nice pictures and perfect drop.
02-25-2008, 10:27 AM
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Looking good Bear, though I prefer lower and...
N-B-MF-P!!!
...I wrote it in wdp, the current theme...geez...
BTW...Bear...ya might wanna get that dog checked out...looks like it has a lot of "understeer"!
N-B-MF-P!!!
...I wrote it in wdp, the current theme...geez...BTW...Bear...ya might wanna get that dog checked out...looks like it has a lot of "understeer"!
02-25-2008, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Fuser82
Hey Bear, sweet drop! Who was your vendor, and how much?
Originally Posted by AirJordan23922
so for a 07/08 type S... what's the most recommended springs people lower with?
H&R Sport Springs -
- Highly recommended. Great Ride, Great Handling. Eibach Pro-Kit and Tein are also popular.From Mike at AcurTLParts.com, he's a vendor here. Mike's web price was cometitive at ~$200, plus shipping.
Originally Posted by Black_dc2
Nice pics. Right down the street from me maybe 2 mins.
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02-25-2008, 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by darksom1
Looking good Bear, though I prefer lower and...
N-B-MF-P!!!
...I wrote it in wdp, the current theme...geez...
BTW...Bear...ya might wanna get that dog checked out...looks like it has a lot of "understeer"!
N-B-MF-P!!!
...I wrote it in wdp, the current theme...geez...BTW...Bear...ya might wanna get that dog checked out...looks like it has a lot of "understeer"!
Thanks Dark.
The dog is a nut -
- I think she's NBP on the inside.
02-25-2008, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by enigmaos
nice drop! subtle but sexy!! WDP car, wdp dog, and wdp furniture.
how much drop after two weeks (finger gap)?
how much drop after two weeks (finger gap)?
Been 3-weeks as of this past Saturday. It has settled from the original install.
Right now it's about 1 snug finger front, 1 finger with a little wiggle room rear.
02-25-2008, 11:51 AM
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Do you honestly think the ride is better than the stock type s setup? I'm not really convinced that an after market suspension setup can ride better than oem, the last time i listened to some one and replaced the stock struts on my 02 max with Tokico Illuminas, it was a horrible mistake the ride was horrible. I'm really considering this setup, I just wanted to know your honest opinion.
Thanks
Thanks
02-25-2008, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Black_dc2
Stop me if you see me!!
HA!!. I won't miss that ride -
.Mine looks stock except for the Acura decal on the front the debadged deck lid. I'm in the heart of Ballantyne (521 & Ballantyne Commons) pretty often.
02-25-2008, 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by bm6788
Do you honestly think the ride is better than the stock type s setup? I'm not really convinced that an after market suspension setup can ride better than oem, the last time i listened to some one and replaced the stock struts on my 02 max with Tokico Illuminas, it was a horrible mistake the ride was horrible. I'm really considering this setup, I just wanted to know your honest opinion.
Thanks
Thanks
There's a lot that has to do with personal opinion and wants.
I want a firm ride that handles well. Handling (Roll, Dive, etc), NO DOUBT the H&R are better than stock. I also get better traction - I think because the springs keep the car planted better.
On a SMOOTH road with dips and/or small hills, the H&R is BETTER than stock - glued to the road with limited body oscillation.
On a ROUGH road, maybe a little worse than stock - the TL-S is no joy on REALLY BAD roads as it is and you feel even more bumps with the H&R.
On NORMAL roads (i.e. pretty smooth, with some bumps and imperfections), very similar to stock. You feel more bumps, but because the springs basically take the impact and stop add'l body movement, it doesn't feel harsh.
Overall, it's barely different than stock except in a few situations. Most of the normal ride differences are subtle. And the handling and appearance improvements are EASILY worth any minor drawbacks.
02-25-2008, 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Bearcat94
Short answer - yes.
There's a lot that has to do with personal opinion and wants.
I want a firm ride that handles well. Handling (Roll, Dive, etc), NO DOUBT the H&R are better than stock. I also get better traction - I think because the springs keep the car planted better.
On a SMOOTH road with dips and/or small hills, the H&R is BETTER than stock - glued to the road with limited body oscillation.
On a ROUGH road, maybe a little worse than stock - the TL-S is no joy on REALLY BAD roads as it is and you feel even more bumps with the H&R.
On NORMAL roads (i.e. pretty smooth, with some bumps and imperfections), very similar to stock. You feel more bumps, but because the springs basically take the impact and stop add'l body movement, it doesn't feel harsh.
Overall, it's barely different than stock except in a few situations. Most of the normal ride differences are subtle. And the handling and appearance improvements are EASILY worth any minor drawbacks.
There's a lot that has to do with personal opinion and wants.
I want a firm ride that handles well. Handling (Roll, Dive, etc), NO DOUBT the H&R are better than stock. I also get better traction - I think because the springs keep the car planted better.
On a SMOOTH road with dips and/or small hills, the H&R is BETTER than stock - glued to the road with limited body oscillation.
On a ROUGH road, maybe a little worse than stock - the TL-S is no joy on REALLY BAD roads as it is and you feel even more bumps with the H&R.
On NORMAL roads (i.e. pretty smooth, with some bumps and imperfections), very similar to stock. You feel more bumps, but because the springs basically take the impact and stop add'l body movement, it doesn't feel harsh.
Overall, it's barely different than stock except in a few situations. Most of the normal ride differences are subtle. And the handling and appearance improvements are EASILY worth any minor drawbacks.
02-25-2008, 12:42 PM
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I'm rolling the Stock Struts. They *may* wear prematurely. Since the drop is moderate (< 1.5"), there's an OK chance that they'll be fine for another several thousand (10, 15, 20??)miles. I haven't had them bottom out and slam the bump stops, so I suppose that's a good sign.
In other words, I'm going to blow the stockers sooner or later anyway, so why drop an extra $600 now just to throw away perfectly good struts? When they go, I plan to put in a set of Koni Yellow's. Not worried about install costs since the DIY isn't too hard.
I'm rolling the Stock Struts. They *may* wear prematurely. Since the drop is moderate (< 1.5"), there's an OK chance that they'll be fine for another several thousand (10, 15, 20??)miles. I haven't had them bottom out and slam the bump stops, so I suppose that's a good sign.
In other words, I'm going to blow the stockers sooner or later anyway, so why drop an extra $600 now just to throw away perfectly good struts? When they go, I plan to put in a set of Koni Yellow's. Not worried about install costs since the DIY isn't too hard.
02-26-2008, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by elkayem
lol I just realized we both have Vtec avatars, both have TL-S, both have H&R sport springs drop.
Yes I copied you! LOL
Yes I copied you! LOL
Your's is stock. I've got the Flat Black Mod.
02-27-2008, 03:06 AM
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looking fine Bear!
sigh, your WDP is definitely SUPER Hot.... damn it i wish i had the cash for a TL-S...lol WDP TL-S and AM TL alternating day by day
sigh, your WDP is definitely SUPER Hot.... damn it i wish i had the cash for a TL-S...lol WDP TL-S and AM TL alternating day by day
03-17-2008, 10:11 PM
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Any pix after the springs have settled? Is it noticably lower? I like the slight rake as well.
I hadn't considered the H & R Sports before the Eibach Pro Kit but now I'm thinkin'....
I hadn't considered the H & R Sports before the Eibach Pro Kit but now I'm thinkin'....
03-17-2008, 10:22 PM
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^^
No & No.
No new pics. And the little bit of settling really isn't noticable. Maybe an additional 1/8th inch. Gaps were about 1 1/2 fingers; now about that in the rear and just 1 finger in front.
Where you really notice the drop is when you park next to a stock TL; DEFINITE difference. It's like, "Holy Cow!! My car looked like that!!
I was driving a 4x4. ."
OTOH, those guys with 2"+ probably look at my car and think the same thing, lol.
No & No.
No new pics. And the little bit of settling really isn't noticable. Maybe an additional 1/8th inch. Gaps were about 1 1/2 fingers; now about that in the rear and just 1 finger in front.
Where you really notice the drop is when you park next to a stock TL; DEFINITE difference. It's like, "Holy Cow!! My car looked like that!!
I was driving a 4x4. ."OTOH, those guys with 2"+ probably look at my car and think the same thing, lol.
03-17-2008, 10:26 PM
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Yeah..I just want to tighten the wheel gap for 18s but TBH the Type S wheels look much better with that drop. I'm in the minority in that I really like the TL-S stock wheels....too bad they weren't 18s.
Anyways, was your toe/camber way off when you got the alignment done?
Anyways, was your toe/camber way off when you got the alignment done?
03-17-2008, 10:48 PM
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Left side camber was still in spec, but barely. Right side camber was out, but just barely.
Toe was way out all the way around. Got that fixed and expect little if any tire wear issues from the camber.
I did get a 3 year "any time" alignment package (US $139) to make sure I can keep my Toe looking good. Assuming no noticable signs, I figure I'll have the alignment checked about every 6 months.
And I agree: For the TL-S the stock wheel should've been 18".
Toe was way out all the way around. Got that fixed and expect little if any tire wear issues from the camber.
I did get a 3 year "any time" alignment package (US $139) to make sure I can keep my Toe looking good. Assuming no noticable signs, I figure I'll have the alignment checked about every 6 months.
And I agree: For the TL-S the stock wheel should've been 18".
04-01-2008, 04:46 PM
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The more I look at your ride Bearcat, the more I like it with the H & Rs and stock TL-S wheels. I'm digging the slight rake...looks aggressive.
I'd love to see the same set up on a NBP TL-S..."search" time!
I'd love to see the same set up on a NBP TL-S..."search" time!
11-07-2008, 03:17 PM
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Thank you. 
11-07-2008, 03:58 PM
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Jim i was getting in my car today at the gym and thought it was you pulling in, but it was another wdp typeS with texas tags.
11-07-2008, 04:15 PM
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Car looks great. not to much and not less. just perfect, i think with all the great things about the H&R sorings im ganna look into getting them myself. How does the car handle tho, better then stock or about the same?
11-07-2008, 04:38 PM
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Handles great. Better than stock. But I've got the upgraded RSB too.
11-07-2008, 09:09 PM
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This old post is alive and well again. Brings back memories.....This car was in my garage last week and it looks a lot lower since we dropped it. Jim, you need to take some updated pics. The car is almost as low as mine. BTW, A pulley is going on my ride by next month.