HOCKEYMAN23's picture thread...AM FTW! Updated 2/22/15
03-29-2011, 07:54 PM
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GODZILLA & 3G TL
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ATLP update...WIN!
Just got the ATLP resonated base exhaust & v2 jpipe installed this past Sunday. I LOVE IT so far, and expect it to only get better from here. There's a small amount of drone from about 1800-2300rpm if there's light pressure on the gas....but it isn't very noticeable, nor is it intrusive. Very refined deep tone, and it growls like crazy if I get on it...sick sound with the AEM V2 for sure. It'll probably mellow out as I put more mileage on it, like others have said. Enough chit-chat, on to the before & after pics:
Stock Jpipe/mid-pipe
A couple shots of the recessed stock tips lol
And on to the hotness...thanks to my good buddy Thien for the install help! Herra skills!
I'll get better pics soon, probably later this week. Had to remove the auxiliary heat shield from the 3rd cat and cut into the plastic splash shield next to the jpipe for it to clear, no biggie. If anyone is on the fence about getting this exhaust, just do it. You won't regret it.
Car is pretty much complete now. Possibly a HFC in the future, we'll see. It's to the point I want it to be, very happy with the car all around. Definitely a sense of pride to take it from bone stock to this point in just about 2.5 years, modding slowly. More pics as they come...let me know what you guys think!
Stock Jpipe/mid-pipe
A couple shots of the recessed stock tips lol
And on to the hotness...thanks to my good buddy Thien for the install help! Herra skills!
I'll get better pics soon, probably later this week. Had to remove the auxiliary heat shield from the 3rd cat and cut into the plastic splash shield next to the jpipe for it to clear, no biggie. If anyone is on the fence about getting this exhaust, just do it. You won't regret it.
Car is pretty much complete now. Possibly a HFC in the future, we'll see. It's to the point I want it to be, very happy with the car all around. Definitely a sense of pride to take it from bone stock to this point in just about 2.5 years, modding slowly. More pics as they come...let me know what you guys think!
03-29-2011, 09:06 PM
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2004 Acura TL
good song
03-30-2011, 03:28 PM
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Zach congrats man!
06-04-2011, 11:05 PM
#53
GODZILLA & 3G TL
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Hey fellas...been a while since I've posted an update. A few new items of note...HT Spec Brake package Stage 1 and RAYS anodized gunmetal lugs. Very happy with both additions. The brakes are very solid, especially for the great price I paid. And before I get flamed for buying RAYS lugs without volk, rays, work, or jdm wheels, here are the reasons:
1. They are a LOT more secure than the common spline lug set I had.
2. They look awesome on my car. Looks almost like they were color matched. And they're HERRA JDM!! LOL!!
On to the update pics:
Getting Tokico HTS shocks in soon...the stock front shocks seem to be getting a little soft, so I figured I'd fix that! Plus I couldn't pass up the deal. Still $400 from excelerate - thanks Josh! Great price! That's all for now guys...
1. They are a LOT more secure than the common spline lug set I had.
2. They look awesome on my car. Looks almost like they were color matched. And they're HERRA JDM!! LOL!!
On to the update pics:
Getting Tokico HTS shocks in soon...the stock front shocks seem to be getting a little soft, so I figured I'd fix that! Plus I couldn't pass up the deal. Still $400 from excelerate - thanks Josh! Great price! That's all for now guys...
06-04-2011, 11:20 PM
#54
Suzuka Master
If you dont mind could you post some pics of the carbon fiber layout inside
06-05-2011, 01:56 AM
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Hockeyman...Car looks great!!
06-09-2011, 12:23 AM
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GODZILLA & 3G TL
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Thanks for the props guys! I would've gone 19's on the rims if I didn't live in a place where the roads can be pretty crappy, plus a variety of weather during the year...
Regarding the CF trim...I tore that off a while back. The car ID kit never fit quite right, it wasn't flush enough with the existing pieces.
Future mods...maybe a HFC and/or UR crank pulley. I've seriously considered s/c, but with the supporting mods, install, & tune...it will be almost 7 grand probably ...but that's if I get everything new. We'll see what the future holds...that's just a LOT of money!
Regarding the CF trim...I tore that off a while back. The car ID kit never fit quite right, it wasn't flush enough with the existing pieces.
Future mods...maybe a HFC and/or UR crank pulley. I've seriously considered s/c, but with the supporting mods, install, & tune...it will be almost 7 grand probably
...but that's if I get everything new. We'll see what the future holds...that's just a LOT of money!
10-03-2011, 08:50 PM
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GODZILLA & 3G TL
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Alright guys & gals...time for an update to this. I just recently received the CF CSL spoiler from KB1Spec and had a chance to install a few days back. Let me know what y'all think!
10-03-2011, 09:29 PM
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Looks great Zach! That's an awesome piece.
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10-03-2011, 10:38 PM
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The spoiler looks great with your color TL.
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10-04-2011, 10:58 AM
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CSL spoiler looks great on your car!!
Nice job!
Nice job!
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06-23-2012, 05:58 PM
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GODZILLA & 3G TL
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I have something you don't have...HERRA JDM UPDATE! ;)
Introducing my newest addition...ENDLESS BBK! 2 piece 13" slotted rotors, low dust sport pads & 6 mini-pot calipers. The metallic blue looks sick too! Stopping power is CRAZY! Also got the RV6-P test pipe & a Mugen radiator cap. Thanks as always to my boy Thien for the installs. When he told me he was parting out & the Endless was up for sale, I couldn't pass it up. On to the pics! 
More pics will come soon...looking at a proper photoshoot in the near future. Had an impromptu shoot done recently before the BBK, here's the link if you guys want to check it out: http://awesomesaucelifestyle.com/fea...006-acura-tl/#
06-23-2012, 07:51 PM
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That looks great, Zach!
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06-24-2012, 08:48 PM
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Thanks Tyler! They are SICK man...worth the price IMO. Plus I won't need front brake replacement or parts for a LONG time! Getting new pads will be an adventure...but I'll cross that bridge when I come to it. Just decided to get fill-in decals for my front bumper too. Now to get that retracting plate relocator and bumper plugs. Anybody know where to get the OEM plugs? Are they expensive as hell?
06-24-2012, 08:53 PM
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Whoa, sweet BBK Zach! I'm super jealous.
Still enjoying that ATLP?
Still enjoying that ATLP?
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06-25-2012, 09:38 AM
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that is well done Zach
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06-25-2012, 12:18 PM
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Damn I gotta hear that exhaust...so beautiful!
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06-25-2012, 07:33 PM
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I think we've started something here on AZ with painted brake calipers......
06-25-2012, 08:02 PM
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Very Nice.....car looks great. Where did you order the CF CSL spoiler from? Like those RJ wheels, looking to order some RJ's myself. Excellent work.
06-25-2012, 08:03 PM
#79
GODZILLA & 3G TL
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Thanks guys! Seriously enjoying every aspect of the car now...amazing what some breathing, power freeing & stopping mods will do! ATLP still doing very well and I LOVE these Endless brakes. Yes, they're pricey...but they're so legit! And the caliper color is RAW!! I haven't seen it anywhere else. Plus...HERRA JDM YO! LOL!
My buddy is still offering me the supercharger, but I'm really unsure about it...especially with 91k already on the odometer & an auto trans. I'll probably put the money I would spend on that towards my dream (but attainable) weekend car...a GTR.
After driving one on the Exotics Racing track...I must have it!
And the caliper color is RAW!! I haven't seen it anywhere else. Plus...HERRA JDM YO! LOL!My buddy is still offering me the supercharger, but I'm really unsure about it...especially with 91k already on the odometer & an auto trans. I'll probably put the money I would spend on that towards my dream (but attainable) weekend car...a GTR.
After driving one on the Exotics Racing track...I must have it!
06-25-2012, 09:50 PM
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GODZILLA & 3G TL
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Thanks dude! CF CSL spoiler came courtesy of KB1Spec (Raymond) here on Azine. It was $380 shipped if I recall. I actually got like 4 guys hooked on it at the National Meet lol! The RJ wheels are a result of a year of searching. When he made the Raven Black Machined in 18's I finally pulled the trigger. This finish is discontinued, but he has a Graphite Machined finish instead now...they look sick. It's kinda like anthracite paint with a machined face. Might actually get those since I won the $500 off certificate from the National Meet lol! Rondy's a great guy to work with too, very good businessman.