Rockstar143 is a hypocrite…KBP TL-S BS thread…
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If it's the 3M 1080 vinyl wrap, it's actually semi-pervious so worst case scenario you could probably apply some goo-gone or citrus "sticky remover" and cover it with some plastic or something to get it to release.
But it should peel off without too much difficulty.
But it should peel off without too much difficulty.
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Actually that mic was supposed to do something with noise cancelling or something and it would cause a weird bass knock when it would feed back through the subwoofer feed. B's Accord did it too until I removed it.
About the rain trim, thanks for the heads up, that was the first thing I replaced on the black TL so I'll take my time. I won't be rushing to remove it though, was just considering it. Like Adam said, it's not that noticeable anyway.
About the rain trim, thanks for the heads up, that was the first thing I replaced on the black TL so I'll take my time. I won't be rushing to remove it though, was just considering it. Like Adam said, it's not that noticeable anyway.
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I honestly had considered it...but it feels like it's not very unique anymore
I'm not positive yet, but I love the oem type S spoiler, so for now, I'd say I'm not planning on it...then again, when I have to paint the aspec sides I'll probably rack my brain on the other stuff that could be painted at the same time.
I'm not positive yet, but I love the oem type S spoiler, so for now, I'd say I'm not planning on it...then again, when I have to paint the aspec sides I'll probably rack my brain on the other stuff that could be painted at the same time.
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Some progression this weekend...
my simple fix to the dash vibration coming from the motor mounts! Couple of pieces of fuel line cut in half and jammed down where you don't see it.
Got bumper and headlights off...in preparation for aspec install, headlight lens restoration and also to rewire and tuck away the LED DRL and Fog HID relay harnesses.
and roof is blue and shiny again
also decided to wire brush and paint with POR15 rust inhibitor...
And sand down and clean up the intake cover
Was trying to match the intake/strut bar, but the gunmetal came out a different shade, although I do love how it looks. Very clean!
my simple fix to the dash vibration coming from the motor mounts! Couple of pieces of fuel line cut in half and jammed down where you don't see it.
Got bumper and headlights off...in preparation for aspec install, headlight lens restoration and also to rewire and tuck away the LED DRL and Fog HID relay harnesses.
and roof is blue and shiny again
also decided to wire brush and paint with POR15 rust inhibitor...
And sand down and clean up the intake cover
Was trying to match the intake/strut bar, but the gunmetal came out a different shade, although I do love how it looks. Very clean!
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Thanks Johnny!
But if I mop it up how will I get every last drop into my mouth?!!?
and PS...eating my words on the headlights. I have to give it a shot...that imperfection will drive me mad, I guarantee.
But if I mop it up how will I get every last drop into my mouth?!!?
and PS...eating my words on the headlights. I have to give it a shot...that imperfection will drive me mad, I guarantee.
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thanks brother...
I think it was more popular to do white cars...it gives the illusion of a glass roof...and makes the sunroof disappear...but I agree...on this color it's nice to display it wherever possible! I gather that Justin was likely going for an everything black theme up top...upper portion of grill was wrapped black, rear valence...and the roof. Just a different style from mine...
I have to admit, I'm getting to the point where I'm VERY happy and it's really feeling like I'm making the car my own.
I think it was more popular to do white cars...it gives the illusion of a glass roof...and makes the sunroof disappear...but I agree...on this color it's nice to display it wherever possible! I gather that Justin was likely going for an everything black theme up top...upper portion of grill was wrapped black, rear valence...and the roof. Just a different style from mine...
I have to admit, I'm getting to the point where I'm VERY happy and it's really feeling like I'm making the car my own.
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Great idea though, I have a set of XLR8 75A mounts on the way & I'm expecting to battle dash rattles so this more than likely will come in handy.
Already have a few annoying rattles from riding full stiff 24/7....
oh and that Aspec kit never ceases to amaze me..
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to each their own of course, it was definitely a shame to cover up KBP though...
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Which mounts are you running?
Great idea though, I have a set of XLR8 75A mounts on the way & I'm expecting to battle dash rattles so this more than likely will come in handy.
Already have a few annoying rattles from riding full stiff 24/7....
oh and that Aspec kit never ceases to amaze me..
Great idea though, I have a set of XLR8 75A mounts on the way & I'm expecting to battle dash rattles so this more than likely will come in handy.
Already have a few annoying rattles from riding full stiff 24/7....
oh and that Aspec kit never ceases to amaze me..
one helpful hint is to neutralize all your mounts. i did this recently and it cut the vibration in half. for a 6mt, you torque everything to the frame. torque the bolt running through the rubber in the mount. and hand tighten the bolt from the mount to the engine. move the car in reverse a foot, move it forward a foot, then rev a little in neutral, then go torque all your bolts.
also helps reduce the change of destroying your mounts (look at my recent thread my xlr8 front mount completely fell apart!!)
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Q...was swapping over some things!
sockr, thank you very much...funny you mention, I'll be buying some prototype inserts for the mounts from gerzand soon and I'll be sure to unload the mounts before final torque. I guess same idea as doing that for the bushings that rotate...torque down once the suspension is loaded up.
J.
Johnny...sho you right...love that aspec and black on white is right!
sockr, thank you very much...funny you mention, I'll be buying some prototype inserts for the mounts from gerzand soon and I'll be sure to unload the mounts before final torque. I guess same idea as doing that for the bushings that rotate...torque down once the suspension is loaded up.
J.
Johnny...sho you right...love that aspec and black on white is right!
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Q...was swapping over some things!
sockr, thank you very much...funny you mention, I'll be buying some prototype inserts for the mounts from gerzand soon and I'll be sure to unload the mounts before final torque. I guess same idea as doing that for the bushings that rotate...torque down once the suspension is loaded up.
J.
Johnny...sho you right...love that aspec and black on white is right!
sockr, thank you very much...funny you mention, I'll be buying some prototype inserts for the mounts from gerzand soon and I'll be sure to unload the mounts before final torque. I guess same idea as doing that for the bushings that rotate...torque down once the suspension is loaded up.
J.
Johnny...sho you right...love that aspec and black on white is right!
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Mine are so beefy its unreal :giggles:
But really... get them while you can. Only have 2 sets left before needing to order more material. WHEN that may happen I do not know precisely.
But really... get them while you can. Only have 2 sets left before needing to order more material. WHEN that may happen I do not know precisely.
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Well, considering they're not available anywhere else, and they're not a cash cow that'll motivate you to keep them in production...and yours are in and good...
Yeah, I wouldn't sleep on those.
Yeah, I wouldn't sleep on those.
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was cheaper for me to wrap my roof then repaint it so I elected to go that route. Down the line ill decide if I want to repaint the roof.
KBP looks much better without vinyl
KBP looks much better without vinyl
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Good work man.
Part of me misses my integra just because the small upkeep can really keep you entertained.
Once this ILX is paid off I will have my commuter aside. I'll be looking to move out solo at that point and once Im squared away I will be looking at either of the cars you drive.
99% sure it would be an s2k.... 1% TL as I do fall in the category of being younger when the 3G was released. My mother couldnt afford one, she had an Avalon. But my best friend's mother did and my god.
But really Im thinking s2k so I have a project/weekend car and the ILX for my commuter.
Part of me misses my integra just because the small upkeep can really keep you entertained.
Once this ILX is paid off I will have my commuter aside. I'll be looking to move out solo at that point and once Im squared away I will be looking at either of the cars you drive.
99% sure it would be an s2k.... 1% TL as I do fall in the category of being younger when the 3G was released. My mother couldnt afford one, she had an Avalon. But my best friend's mother did and my god.
But really Im thinking s2k so I have a project/weekend car and the ILX for my commuter.
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Jeff, for sure, man...if the roof was fuxord, I would not have removed the vinyl and instead would have told people it was almost matte black
Jon...I can assure you, the S2000 would be perfect for what you're describing as your needs. In a way, I have 2 cars (well, 3 if you count black girl on her way out) that are all stick and have to be babied and are stick and suck in traffic. The ILX is perfect for traffic/comfort and a kid down the line. The S2000 is so impractical but fun, it's the perfect balance for it. I honestly never get bored because every time I drive one car or the other...I miss the other.
Current state...intake filter off, gonna clean it...waiting on a piece from Bruce (thanks Bruce! ) for the headlights...getting them clear coated professionally by my buddy tomorrow (thanks B Buddy )...then in the next few weeks...aspec install (no sides for now, I'll wait for that since it's a standalone mod)...clean up exhaust tips...swap out to HFPC (thanks Rich!!! ) since rear PCD is cracked.
Putting in short shift and about to order the hybrid racing bushings...tightened up the e-brake cable too...
Just truckin along slowly, no real rush, for me...
Jon...I can assure you, the S2000 would be perfect for what you're describing as your needs. In a way, I have 2 cars (well, 3 if you count black girl on her way out) that are all stick and have to be babied and are stick and suck in traffic. The ILX is perfect for traffic/comfort and a kid down the line. The S2000 is so impractical but fun, it's the perfect balance for it. I honestly never get bored because every time I drive one car or the other...I miss the other.
Current state...intake filter off, gonna clean it...waiting on a piece from Bruce (thanks Bruce! ) for the headlights...getting them clear coated professionally by my buddy tomorrow (thanks B Buddy )...then in the next few weeks...aspec install (no sides for now, I'll wait for that since it's a standalone mod)...clean up exhaust tips...swap out to HFPC (thanks Rich!!! ) since rear PCD is cracked.
Putting in short shift and about to order the hybrid racing bushings...tightened up the e-brake cable too...
Just truckin along slowly, no real rush, for me...
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Is a car ever done though?
Well, I'm not gonna rush and miss the opportunity to change/fix something while I have it all apart!
I might bring the sex 2 k on Sunday! Or B's Caddy since she's coming with the baby. Bring your wife, Ivo!
Well, I'm not gonna rush and miss the opportunity to change/fix something while I have it all apart!
I might bring the sex 2 k on Sunday! Or B's Caddy since she's coming with the baby. Bring your wife, Ivo!
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Jon...I can assure you, the S2000 would be perfect for what you're describing as your needs. In a way, I have 2 cars (well, 3 if you count black girl on her way out) that are all stick and have to be babied and are stick and suck in traffic. The ILX is perfect for traffic/comfort and a kid down the line. The S2000 is so impractical but fun, it's the perfect balance for it. I honestly never get bored because every time I drive one car or the other...I miss the other. .
Really if I can Id love an old beat up NSX to restore. But an AP2 would be amazing as well. Silver or yellow.
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I can safely say a car is never done but we all lie and say "ehh, no more after this". Watch J end up boosting the S2 and putting the TL on bags.