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Old 08-04-2008, 11:06 PM
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New car itch = New parts addition + New pics

Change from last pic threads are...

1. deleted cf roof lip
2. deleted typeS badge
3. removed spare tire + tools

Plus new additions...

1. AEM CAI + Injen Hydroshield


2. Braille 21lb battery



Little bit of weight reducing made TL much more nimble on corners and brembos actually feels like real brembos now. Increased handling and braking with reduced weight is a great plus

For intake. Been driving with removed stock intake resonator over a year and didn't notice increased intake noise with AEM cai replacement. Noticed improved throttle response and it revs quicker/smoother. Unlike other cold air intakes, it didn't lose low end torque. Another great addition to make TL quicker




















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Can't say it enough, your car is one of my favorite on this site. Very clean and subtle.
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looks good man!
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willing to sell your roof spoiler?
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Would also like that roof spoiler!
Old 08-04-2008, 11:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Distorted Reality
Can't say it enough, your car is one of my favorite on this site. Very clean and subtle.
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looks good man!

thanx



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willing to sell your roof spoiler?

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Would also like that roof spoiler!

roof spoiler is faux cf one from ebay. you guys can grab a new one for fairly cheap price. original use is for trunk lip spoiler.
Old 08-05-2008, 12:37 AM
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love your car!!
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very nice, if you want to do some further weight reduction, think about trading in those a-spec rims in for some lighter rims. Also quick question, does the battery cover fit nicely with the new battery?
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You forgot to take off your Type-S Lip Spoiler so i could have it....
Any fitment issues with the AEM and the P2R spacer?
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look'n good man! i think the type-s badge gives the TL exclusive attention tho.
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you kinda sorta mounted the battery akward the frp mount they make is very sturdy and for a few extra bucks also saves some weight since it weighs in at under 1lbs... as for the negative terminal I think it is too close to the intake ram for comfort... I went the other way like so...



relocated the negative terminal





ps. excellent choice in battery... cranks the car soo quickly
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Looks HOT...One Nice WDP you have there!
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Hottness.....and clean.....like it better w/o roof spoiler...
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Looks really good .
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What are you lowered on? Looking to drop my Type-S as well, but not too low, don't want the ghetto look. Car is looking good!
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Originally Posted by The Starbuck
What are you lowered on? Looking to drop my Type-S as well, but not too low, don't want the ghetto look. Car is looking good!
It says in his sig Eibach Pro/Koni Yellows
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Very nice. The car looks great. Where did you find the lightweight battery?
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looks good! what size are your tires? - stock 235/40/18
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Originally Posted by csmeance
very nice, if you want to do some further weight reduction, think about trading in those a-spec rims in for some lighter rims. Also quick question, does the battery cover fit nicely with the new battery?

yea.. these aspecs are damn heavy and kills my mpg.
will upgrade for different rims around next summer if TL survives my new car itch.

battery cover should fit on top of base heat shield cover but didn't see the need for it.



Originally Posted by sT04Louis
You forgot to take off your Type-S Lip Spoiler so i could have it....
Any fitment issues with the AEM and the P2R spacer?

yea. so nick cutoff about half inch
Old 08-05-2008, 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by D R E W
look'n good man! i think the type-s badge gives the TL exclusive attention tho.

that's why i kept it for a year and changed my mind.



Originally Posted by stillhere153
you kinda sorta mounted the battery akward the frp mount they make is very sturdy and for a few extra bucks also saves some weight since it weighs in at under 1lbs... as for the negative terminal I think it is too close to the intake ram for comfort... I went the other way like so...



relocated the negative terminal





ps. excellent choice in battery... cranks the car soo quickly


yea i was going to install them horizontally like yours too but i decided to keep the stock heat shield. if i remember correctly, plastic covers covering oem battery acts like a heat shield and helps battery's longetivity/performance. any other info on them guys??
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Originally Posted by badazzTL-S
Looks HOT...One Nice WDP you have there!
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Hottness.....and clean.....like it better w/o roof spoiler...
Originally Posted by chill_dog
Looks really good .




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Very nice. The car looks great. Where did you find the lightweight battery?

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Originally Posted by erick3
looks good! what size are your tires? - stock 235/40/18

245/40/18
Old 08-05-2008, 05:05 PM
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What is this Injen Hydroshield that you speak of? I've never heard of it.
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Very clean!

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Wow, beautiful! I can't wait to get my apec rims.
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Originally Posted by DJSlim
What is this Injen Hydroshield that you speak of? I've never heard of it.

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Gotcha. Thanks alot.
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Looks great
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omg.. your car is so clean and nice and hot and... iono wt else to say lol and the pics u take.. damn awesome!!! =]
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Your car is looking pretty sick bro
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Is that the only cai aem makes.
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nice and clean
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Originally Posted by TL|GTX
Is that the only cai aem makes.


but they offer different finishes such as red, blue, polished, etc...
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Hey stillhere y does ur cai look like its wrapped in gold foil lol. Is it home made?
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