Warmer Out! Time For A New Grill!!
12-31-2007, 02:38 PM
#1401
Originally Posted by SteveP66
Glad to see you finally finished those lights Kennedy - looks cool...... what color did you end up with on the center bar..?
12-31-2007, 08:54 PM
#1402
Originally Posted by rockyfeller
Darky and I discussed the floating A way back. I really thought it was the best way to go. After thinking awhile and looking at it a different angles on my car I don't know what to say.....I like it but not totally. My meshed out grille looks really aggressive and custom. The A will make it look...it's hard to describe....a little too stock maybe? A lil less aggressive.
My wife is in a battle with me on this one right now. She wants the A there because she says it looks too plain and we paid $30k for an Acura and it should look like one. She likes the pics I showed her of Darky's car. The way I have it now, the head on the look is great but from an angle it does look like it is missing something to me. I originally wanted to put an A-spec symbol there offset to the right. She hates the idea but I am going to experiment with what looks best.
My wife is in a battle with me on this one right now. She wants the A there because she says it looks too plain and we paid $30k for an Acura and it should look like one. She likes the pics I showed her of Darky's car. The way I have it now, the head on the look is great but from an angle it does look like it is missing something to me. I originally wanted to put an A-spec symbol there offset to the right. She hates the idea but I am going to experiment with what looks best.
I think the Aspec emblem would look great.
I use to have it mounted on my grill right centered.
For now I only have this pic, but I can post a closer one later.
12-31-2007, 09:55 PM
#1403
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Originally Posted by rockyfeller
Darky and I discussed the floating A way back. I really thought it was the best way to go. After thinking awhile and looking at it a different angles on my car I don't know what to say.....I like it but not totally. My meshed out grille looks really aggressive and custom. The A will make it look...it's hard to describe....a little too stock maybe? A lil less aggressive.
My wife is in a battle with me on this one right now. She wants the A there because she says it looks too plain and we paid $30k for an Acura and it should look like one. She likes the pics I showed her of Darky's car. The way I have it now, the head on the look is great but from an angle it does look like it is missing something to me. I originally wanted to put an A-spec symbol there offset to the right. She hates the idea but I am going to experiment with what looks best.
My wife is in a battle with me on this one right now. She wants the A there because she says it looks too plain and we paid $30k for an Acura and it should look like one. She likes the pics I showed her of Darky's car. The way I have it now, the head on the look is great but from an angle it does look like it is missing something to me. I originally wanted to put an A-spec symbol there offset to the right. She hates the idea but I am going to experiment with what looks best.
The wife scores points for that one Rocky! 
01-03-2008, 07:27 AM
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darksom, i wish i could keep my rims on all year round, must be nice, your whip is lookin dope! i'm thinkin about relocating so i can drive the tl year round!
01-03-2008, 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by dj pensive
darksom, i wish i could keep my rims on all year round, must be nice, your whip is lookin dope! i'm thinkin about relocating so i can drive the tl year round!
I feel like I'm on borrowed time though...the next 10 days are looking good with even the 60's in the forecast! Go Maryland, it's ya birthday! LOL!
01-24-2008, 10:57 PM
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I have been PM'ed quite a bit about the grille, so here is a recent pic of it:
Ok, ok, ok...I just like showing it! But I have been PM'ed about it alot recently.
Ok, ok, ok...I just like showing it! But I have been PM'ed about it alot recently.
01-24-2008, 11:08 PM
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Originally Posted by darksom1
I have been PM'ed quite a bit about the grille, so here is a recent pic of it:
Ok, ok, ok...I just like showing it! But I have been PM'ed about it alot recently.
Ok, ok, ok...I just like showing it! But I have been PM'ed about it alot recently.
01-25-2008, 12:23 AM
#1410
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Originally Posted by Kennedy
Rock... still waiting on the write up on how you did the "big hole" and CF overlay... Did a shop do it for you?
Here's another shot of the chrome trim and color matched center wing:
Here's another shot of the chrome trim and color matched center wing:
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01-25-2008, 12:55 AM
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Originally Posted by ACCURATEin
...thats a money shot right there! Lookin good lookin good!
Buda...thanks for the props, you got the number playboy!
02-09-2008, 10:36 PM
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Hey guys I took it to a guy to get my grill painted he said that he can do it but if it chips air will go in it and mess it up.. anyone here that has painted their grill.. The chrome grill not the one the normal tl has..? and how does it endure
02-10-2008, 10:42 AM
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Spring is just around the corner!! I can't wait until the modding begins once again. Ray was a huge inspiration when it came to my grille... Although I did nowhere near the cosmetic reconstruction he went through.
02-10-2008, 09:42 PM
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Kosstick you won't find any shop that will paint it without them warning you about possible chipping. Just get it done bro.. Just tell them to prep it like any other piece though and you'll be fine. You'll eventually get chips it's enevitable but if/when it happens it really will be barely noticeable. While you're having the grille done you should have them do your Rear "A" emblem and the license plate trim too that is if you really want to go for the stealth look
I had my front grille done for $210 and the rear trim piece for $20
I had my front grille done for $210 and the rear trim piece for $20
02-11-2008, 03:16 AM
#1420
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Originally Posted by darksom1
^ True dat...although I have experienced minimum chipping...
oh, love the grille BTW. Haven't told you yet but it is, the best grille ever
Also, I can't believe this thread is pushing 60 pages
02-25-2008, 10:14 PM
#1422
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Originally Posted by 99vtecaccord
Where can I get a smoked front emblem??
http://www.atlaschrome.com/aboutus.htm
04-02-2008, 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by darksom1
R.I.P. STEVEP66!!!! 
We will miss you bro!!!
We will miss you bro!!!
04-02-2008, 10:16 AM
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Steve or as I called him "Mr. Zaino" passed away
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04-02-2008, 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Evader
Steve or as I called him "Mr. Zaino" passed away
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05-26-2008, 02:48 PM
#1429
Originally Posted by lights
has anyone tried to get the type s grill fit on our 04-06 TL? i know they're a bit bigger in sizes but maybe some custom work can make this happen??
05-26-2008, 07:27 PM
#1430
Originally Posted by lights
has anyone tried to get the type s grill fit on our 04-06 TL? i know they're a bit bigger in sizes but maybe some custom work can make this happen??
06-02-2008, 01:56 AM
#1431
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Originally Posted by lights
has anyone tried to get the type s grill fit on our 04-06 TL? i know they're a bit bigger in sizes but maybe some custom work can make this happen??
06-02-2008, 03:02 AM
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Originally Posted by rockyfeller
Finally we're getting attention on this. I started a couple threads about this awhile back with no responses, thought I was going crazy. I know there are others out there with the same taste. I'm feelin the mesh look with a floating A. It looks kinda funny on the photoshop with the 2007. Here's how it can look on the narrower 04-06 grille. (shown this pic enough times! Yes it's the Mugen concept)
06-02-2008, 04:22 AM
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Originally Posted by RawrItzJohnnyXP
i want! this bumper, where can you get this xD
06-02-2008, 01:33 PM
#1435
Yes wouldn't it be nice to have the lip incorporated INTO the bumper like that in the 1st place?? It prevents that "added on" look that is so pronounced on our factory body kits ESPECIALLY the type-s bodykit.
If I had the capabilities of Ron Jon I would produce a bumper just like that with fog mounts and with a rear to match and incorporating a mesh grille. The stuff that's on the market right now dosen't appeal to everyone's tastes. We need more options for different tastes and it's not rocket science. Civics and Integras have enjoyed a lot of choice out there. The TL may not be as popular but it definitely is not a rare car at all. I think someone could make some serious money playing their cards right.
If I had the capabilities of Ron Jon I would produce a bumper just like that with fog mounts and with a rear to match and incorporating a mesh grille. The stuff that's on the market right now dosen't appeal to everyone's tastes. We need more options for different tastes and it's not rocket science. Civics and Integras have enjoyed a lot of choice out there. The TL may not be as popular but it definitely is not a rare car at all. I think someone could make some serious money playing their cards right.
06-05-2008, 12:13 AM
#1436
2008 NBP TL
1. Can you remove the grille without taking off the front bumper?
2. Can you remove those two horizontal chrome strips in the front bumper? What keeps them attached?
2. Can you remove those two horizontal chrome strips in the front bumper? What keeps them attached?
06-05-2008, 08:30 AM
#1437
Originally Posted by tech14
1. Can you remove the grille without taking off the front bumper?
2. Can you remove those two horizontal chrome strips in the front bumper? What keeps them attached?
2. Can you remove those two horizontal chrome strips in the front bumper? What keeps them attached?
2. they click in..... i used a flat head screw driver to get them out
06-05-2008, 08:36 AM
#1438
Originally Posted by peternguyen504
1. no... have to remove bumper
2. they click in..... i used a flat head screw driver to get them out
2. they click in..... i used a flat head screw driver to get them out
1. Yeah you can, need a small screwdriver and small hands would help. You can reach behind after removing one of the plastic engine bay covers
