RjG2

I have an 05 base tl with the Aspec suspension. Can any one recommend a good shock replacement for this suspension. Also, are the aspect shocks the same as the base tl shocks?

guitarplayer16

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The A-Spec shocks are more firm than the base shocks.

Unfortunately they have been discontinued and very hard to get now these days.
A very good replacement is the Koni Yellows. I heard you get great handling with the Koni Yellows paired to the A-Spec springs.
It is not cheap, however.

If you are in the market for dampening adjustability and ride height adjustment, consider coilovers. They only cost a little bit more than any other option.

EvilVirus

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https://www.heeltoeauto.com/shock-sp...p-ua6-ase.html

As of March 2004, Honda offers to the public a factory-sanctioned "tuner package" version of the TL called the TL A-SPEC. This version features a suspension tuned by Makoto Tamamura, an indication of the TL A-SPEC's aggressive engineering. In addition, an underbody kit, spoiler, limited edition A-SPEC steering wheel, "A-SPEC" badge on the back, and 18-inch (460 mm) wheels are standard issue on the A-SPEC package. When installed at purchase, the car's 4 year/ 50,000 miles (80,000 km) warranty applies to the package as well.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acura_TL

RjG2

Thanks for the replies. I used to have tein super streets a while ago but living in New York, the streets are very unforgiving. I now commute to the city everyday and the streets are the worst there. The a-spec suspension is perfect for me in this regard. I am looking to keep my a spec springs but am looking to replace the shocks soon. I still have my original shocks that came with the car and was thinking of just throwing those on but did not know how different the ride would be. I would like a shock thats comparable to the a-spec shocks and can take a beating like oem shocks lol.

justnspace

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i'll echo guitar player.... koni yellows paird with aspec shocks was GREAT FOR ME

RjG2

ive heard that but im looling for a good shock to pair with my a spec springs.

Slpr04UA6

Justin meant to say "A-Spec Springs", I believe.

justnspace

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Typo.. brain fart.... You can't pair two shocks together... And I echoed guitar player....koni yellow shocks with aspec springs did wonderful things for me

RjG2

Ok thanks. I will look into that. Thanks for the info.

BROlando

Koni Yellows are an excellent idea. Or if cost is prohibiting you, then Koni Oranges are less money.

llai

I am in the market for replacement stocks/struts; Koni sounds like a great option for an upgrade. Dose anyone know they have them in an assembly; like the struts assembly included the spring? I have search online; looks like Monroe is an option but personally I don't care for it! Any other suggestion out there where I don't have to deal with the spring myself? Thanks,

BROlando

Koni does not sell full top-hat to lower mount assemblies.

So you would have to deal with the springs.

Food for thought:
A proper hydraulic, ground mounted spring compressor that won't kill you is like $150 or so at harbor freight.

That's cheaper than buying a second set of tophats and springs. And its cheaper than labour to swap springs.