Speedrow

Well someone merged my post with someone elses. So im starting a new thread. My wife and I have a 07 TL. No crazy mods just wheels and some blacked trim. Were Are looking to be lowering it here soon. get that wheel gap closed up a bit.

feynman314

Nice man, welcome! you gonna go springs or coilovers?

Speedrow

We are thinking going with just springs for know untill we can aford a full coilover set. I totaly would rather have full coilovers. But we want to get the exhaust done along with new tail lights and full lips all around. We have lots of plans for it but its gonna be a slow n steady pace . Also Im sure it been asked befor, But what are the j pipes I see around here? what is the benifit of them? If they are worth he money we may be investing in one to accomidate the rest of the exhaust.

feynman314

Heres a good thread. bunch of info on what a j pipe is, what it does and what are good brands to buy https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-performance-parts-modifications-112/benefit-j-pipe-892503/

Make sure you use the search bar when you have questions, this site is a wealth of knowledge.

Speedrow

[QUOTE=feynman314;15108173]Heres a good thread. bunch of info on what a j pipe is, what it does and what are good brands to buy https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=892503

Make sure you use the search bar when you have questions, this site is a wealth of knowledge.[/QUOTE


Thanks thats what i was looking for. I found them online but never any real good specs on them. seems to be one of those" works best with other upgrades" kinda parts. I will have to show my buddy that does some crazy exhaust stuff. See if he could make something for me simular to the ones being used. Thanks for the help. I been on here all day long just going threw everthing. once i navigate the forum better ill find everything i need?

StanCeD_J32

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NEVER MAKE THE MISTAKE buying springs. Coilovers are the way to go hands down. No matter what, you're stuck with the drop the springs give you..and you'll always want it lower. Just save up and get the coilovers, you WONT be dissappointed. Just my 2cents.

Speedrow

Well I have had springs/ full coilovers/ ebay stuff etc and yes full coil is by far the best but springs are still good too, for a set drop. We only want to clean the wheel gap for now. my wife drives it way more than i do. She had drop springs on her last integra and loved them. still felt comfy for daily and still more aggressive than stock. we are looking for 2" of drop. not in a big rush, plus I need suspension on my car befor hers. My car is the project.lol

Steven Bell

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Welcome to AcuraZine.

TurnerDan

Welcome to the forum!

NBP04TL4ME

Welcome aboard

Speedrow

Thanks everyone for the welcoming! Sofar im enjoying the site. I been on lots and this one seems to be much better than others. I been on here all day just going threw everything. everyone here has some sweet rides. I like gathering ideas from others to try and incorperate them into my projects. thanks everyone

Willie3.5

Welcome and enjoy, as Feynman314 said this site has a wealth of knowledge. Anything dealing with your car you can find it here, plus this site gives tons of ideas.

Speedrow

Heading home to do the resinator removal. should be easy. read every post about it and seems to be a good free upgrade vs a 300$ intake. later everyone ill be on agin tomorrow

Speedrow

Well i pulled the intake resinator. Took about 30 min from start to finish. Didnt even pull the bumper. pull back the liner and 3 bolts and a razor to cut the tube. i didnt take pics cause befor i rememberd I was already bolting on the wheel. Also found out that we need tires. The previous owner had the tires siped. So now they are wearing fast. and also the left front tire has a crack on the sidewall. So off to the tire store for some new rubbers. And if all goes well mabey a new set of wheels.

Noober

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free is always a nice mod lol.
welcome to the forums. enjoy the stay. stay away from guitarplayer16

Speedrow

ya im a diy kinda guy. Not big on sending my cars to shops for any mod/work etc. plus I work for a collision repair shop. so most of the work done is by me or by my techs. whats with guitarplayer16?

feynman314

also, prepare to bust out your wallet. This site can suck you dry with ideas!

Speedrow

Ya we just ordered rims and tires 19x9.5 +35offset 245/40/19. so the wallet is already shrinking. Also getting all the stuff together for the exaust and getting the clear/white tail lights. I have 2 more current projects. here is a few pics. And the projects that are gone.

my 92 civic current project


my 93 gsxr 750 streetfighter project



93 civic stollen



my wife 95 teggy. totaled by ford expidition

Speedrow

245/40/19 not 45.

CLtotheTL32

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You needed to order 245/35/19. 18" wheels use a 40-series sidewall.

Speedrow

the shop stocks tires in both 35 or 40. we are just waiting on rims. I was thinking 35 will look and fit better. so we can change it. thanks for the input. we get them tomorrow. we had them order in 2 diff sets of rims. 1 has no dish/lip and the other has polished lip/dish. I think we will go with the ones without but I still want to make sure. pics as soon as they are on. super excited.

Well I guess we did go with 35 series tires. Dont know why i was thinking 40. lol Tires are proxy 4s 245/35/19.

Steven Bell

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Like the history pics....

Speedrow

Thank you.


Also today we get the wheels. We are super excited

Steven Bell

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Anxious to see pics!

Speedrow

yea we should be getting them on here soon. we are about to head over to the shop. ill have pics up tomorrow. I wont have time when I get home. My starter went out like 2 hours ago and almost left me stranded. The wallet get thinner and thinner.lol

Speedrow

Well we got the rims and tires installed. We love them. They just fit so much better. really need to lower it now. So the best part, pics.

TheBlueBomber

Good looks so far. Fender gap is real noticeable with the new rims and tires.
P.S. The civics look fierce

CLtotheTL32

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Gorgeous wheels! I really like them. What brand are they? I'm glad you went with a 35-series sidewall too

Speedrow

thanks guys. the rims are Niche 130's . just under 2k for wheels and tires. and ya the gap is very noticeable. The wife want to do the exhaust first then lower. either way it will get dropped.

Slpr04UA6

Wheels Looks Great!

Sounds Like your Wife is Very Cool!

I would drop first, but whatever the Boss says!

Speedrow

haha thanks. Ya she likes modding cars too. I want to drop it first but its up to her. If i had some extra cash I would drop it but my honda civic is my money pit.

Steven Bell

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Looks good-just wait until you drop it. They'll look even better.

Speedrow

O YA! I would love for somone to shop it with a 2in drop. That way I can show here how it will look. It will motivate her

Steven Bell

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Did I miss it, but what/how are you planning on dropping it?

Speedrow

Well the plan is just springs for know. Then save for a full coilover setup. The new rims set us back a little bit so we have to replenish the money. Unless I find a used set of good full coilovers when we are ready.

Steven Bell

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You might check on the Black Market here on AcuraZine. You might find coils for sale there.

Speedrow

Good idea I dont know why I havnt looked. Also just an update. Removed all engine covers and started painting. I must say its coming out very nice. Just need to add clear coat. Only have 1 spot that fisheyed on the main cover. It was the last pc of the night. So after it happend I wiped off the paint in the area and let it dry. I will have to sand it out. No worries tho. Will have pics up as soon as im finished.

Steven Bell

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Speedrow

Well finished the bay. came out really nice. I have to redo the batt. cover. The damn heat shield on the hood rubbed on it. So I yanked that thing out. Well here is pics.

Speedrow

main cover came out perfect.