Need help with recently purchased 2010 SH-AWD
04-08-2013, 02:26 PM
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Need help with recently purchased 2010 SH-AWD
Hey all! I just purchased a black on black 2010 SH-AWD w/Tech last week. I love pretty much everything about this car but was looking to make some upgrades from a cosmetic stand point. I want caliper covers (thinking red), was thinking of putting some larger rims on it (20in), but dont intend to lower - would the gap look terrible if I didnt lower it? Would 20's rub, etc??? Also wanted to see if there are any reasonable grill or head light upgrades? Any thoughts or suggestions are much appreciated, links to upgrade sites/products would be huge, and thats all I have for now. Thanks all! Looking forward to some feedback.
04-08-2013, 02:38 PM
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Most of the people on this site will tell you that 20's w/o lowering looks like crap, but don't worry about that, just do what you want. Will 20 rub? all depends on rim width/offset/tire size.
The Ron John grill is really nice, but pricey, other options out there for much less. You could just color match, which will look very nice as well. You may want to check out the rear window spoiler, which is inexpensive and pretty cool looking.
Good luck, and check the photo galleries for ideas.
The Ron John grill is really nice, but pricey, other options out there for much less. You could just color match, which will look very nice as well. You may want to check out the rear window spoiler, which is inexpensive and pretty cool looking.
Good luck, and check the photo galleries for ideas.
04-08-2013, 02:42 PM
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Most of the people on this site will tell you that 20's w/o lowering looks like crap, but don't worry about that, just do what you want. Will 20 rub? all depends on rim width/offset/tire size.
The Ron John grill is really nice, but pricey, other options out there for much less. You could just color match, which will look very nice as well. You may want to check out the rear window spoiler, which is inexpensive and pretty cool looking.
Good luck, and check the photo galleries for ideas.
The Ron John grill is really nice, but pricey, other options out there for much less. You could just color match, which will look very nice as well. You may want to check out the rear window spoiler, which is inexpensive and pretty cool looking.
Good luck, and check the photo galleries for ideas.
04-08-2013, 03:16 PM
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Its seems like a lot of people are using the caliper covers these days. Personally I am not a huge fan of them but if you like them that's really all that matters. I chose to paint mine instead. I used the caliper paint kit made by duplicolor and it worked really well. G2 also makes a really great caliper paint and its pretty cheap on ebay.
Im running a 20" wheel but my car is dropped on tein coilovers. I find that the wheels look huge if the car is not dropped. Again, just my opinion. Your 20's shouldn't rub as long as you are not running a huge truck tire.....lol.
As far as the grille is concerned there are a few on ebay that look like cheap mesh. There's also the ron jon grille. I found that the mesh looks cheap and horrible on a TL and the ron jon is kind of pricey. I opted to paint the outer part of my grille to match my car then paint the inner part to match my wheels. Here is a pic of what I did with mine -
I also blackhoused my headlights which you can see in the picture. Its a very simple process and cheap as well. All you need is paint and silicone. There are a ton of DIY threads on here and on other forums as well. The process of blackhousing headlights is very simple, a lot of people will not do it because they are afraid to mess something up. Take it from me, Ive done a ton of headlights on 3G TL's and I did mine on my 4G TL and Ive never messed any up. Just take your time. Hope this helps.
Im running a 20" wheel but my car is dropped on tein coilovers. I find that the wheels look huge if the car is not dropped. Again, just my opinion. Your 20's shouldn't rub as long as you are not running a huge truck tire.....lol.
As far as the grille is concerned there are a few on ebay that look like cheap mesh. There's also the ron jon grille. I found that the mesh looks cheap and horrible on a TL and the ron jon is kind of pricey. I opted to paint the outer part of my grille to match my car then paint the inner part to match my wheels. Here is a pic of what I did with mine -
I also blackhoused my headlights which you can see in the picture. Its a very simple process and cheap as well. All you need is paint and silicone. There are a ton of DIY threads on here and on other forums as well. The process of blackhousing headlights is very simple, a lot of people will not do it because they are afraid to mess something up. Take it from me, Ive done a ton of headlights on 3G TL's and I did mine on my 4G TL and Ive never messed any up. Just take your time. Hope this helps.
04-09-2013, 09:34 AM
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CarrieLynn, that is a great looking grill. It's a very subtle mod but keeps the OEM look. Nice job. 
Op, I'd look into this kind of mod for the grill. If you want to keep the stock height w/ 20s, get 245/35/20 tires and you could go 20x9 all around w/ +35 offset and no rubbing. There are a ton of setups and configurations you can do depending on how aggressive or conservative you want to go. Choosing the right kind of rim is the hardest to do for me. That is last on my list of mods.
Op, I'd look into this kind of mod for the grill. If you want to keep the stock height w/ 20s, get 245/35/20 tires and you could go 20x9 all around w/ +35 offset and no rubbing. There are a ton of setups and configurations you can do depending on how aggressive or conservative you want to go. Choosing the right kind of rim is the hardest to do for me. That is last on my list of mods.
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04-09-2013, 12:27 PM
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Its seems like a lot of people are using the caliper covers these days. Personally I am not a huge fan of them but if you like them that's really all that matters. I chose to paint mine instead. I used the caliper paint kit made by duplicolor and it worked really well. G2 also makes a really great caliper paint and its pretty cheap on ebay.
Im running a 20" wheel but my car is dropped on tein coilovers. I find that the wheels look huge if the car is not dropped. Again, just my opinion. Your 20's shouldn't rub as long as you are not running a huge truck tire.....lol.
As far as the grille is concerned there are a few on ebay that look like cheap mesh. There's also the ron jon grille. I found that the mesh looks cheap and horrible on a TL and the ron jon is kind of pricey. I opted to paint the outer part of my grille to match my car then paint the inner part to match my wheels. Here is a pic of what I did with mine -
I also blackhoused my headlights which you can see in the picture. Its a very simple process and cheap as well. All you need is paint and silicone. There are a ton of DIY threads on here and on other forums as well. The process of blackhousing headlights is very simple, a lot of people will not do it because they are afraid to mess something up. Take it from me, Ive done a ton of headlights on 3G TL's and I did mine on my 4G TL and Ive never messed any up. Just take your time. Hope this helps.
Im running a 20" wheel but my car is dropped on tein coilovers. I find that the wheels look huge if the car is not dropped. Again, just my opinion. Your 20's shouldn't rub as long as you are not running a huge truck tire.....lol.
As far as the grille is concerned there are a few on ebay that look like cheap mesh. There's also the ron jon grille. I found that the mesh looks cheap and horrible on a TL and the ron jon is kind of pricey. I opted to paint the outer part of my grille to match my car then paint the inner part to match my wheels. Here is a pic of what I did with mine -
I also blackhoused my headlights which you can see in the picture. Its a very simple process and cheap as well. All you need is paint and silicone. There are a ton of DIY threads on here and on other forums as well. The process of blackhousing headlights is very simple, a lot of people will not do it because they are afraid to mess something up. Take it from me, Ive done a ton of headlights on 3G TL's and I did mine on my 4G TL and Ive never messed any up. Just take your time. Hope this helps.
04-09-2013, 12:48 PM
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Congrats Matt on your 10' shawd TL, and welcome to Acurazine!
Window tint is a good first mod. Then the rear roof spoiler is only $80-$90. shipped to you.
The OEM lip kit all around looks excellent.
Window tint is a good first mod. Then the rear roof spoiler is only $80-$90. shipped to you.
The OEM lip kit all around looks excellent.
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04-09-2013, 01:44 PM
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Congrats on your purchase - you'll love it.
As another member has indicated, painting your calipers are another option to the covers.
Here is a link to my thread - I just posted pics of my calipers painted black recently, as well as the rear roof spoiler also mentioned by someone else:
https://acurazine.com/forums/4g-tl-photograph-gallery-296/my-new-2012-tl-elite-graphite-luster-metallic-869426/
Tint will also make a big difference for a relatively low cost.
Folks here will flame you if you do your calipers red - unless you have upgraded brakes. I painted the stock calipers on my previous car red and initially liked it - but grew to dislike it. They draw attention to how small your stock calipers are and it appears a little desperate. But hey, it's your car so do what makes you happy!
Post pics as you update!
As another member has indicated, painting your calipers are another option to the covers.
Here is a link to my thread - I just posted pics of my calipers painted black recently, as well as the rear roof spoiler also mentioned by someone else:
https://acurazine.com/forums/4g-tl-photograph-gallery-296/my-new-2012-tl-elite-graphite-luster-metallic-869426/
Tint will also make a big difference for a relatively low cost.
Folks here will flame you if you do your calipers red - unless you have upgraded brakes. I painted the stock calipers on my previous car red and initially liked it - but grew to dislike it. They draw attention to how small your stock calipers are and it appears a little desperate. But hey, it's your car so do what makes you happy!
Post pics as you update!
04-09-2013, 02:49 PM
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Your best bet is to browse the photograph gallery and find what you like. I am very thorough when faced with decisions like these so I actually took screenshots of what I liked and pasted them into an Excel file with notes I took (mainly when making my grille and rim choices). It's a good way to gather the things you like into one manageable file and do side by side comparisons.
I do agree with most that caliper covers are a no no. You just don't put those type of mods on a car like this...leave it for those with 10 year old Civics with a fartcan & led headlight washers.
I painted my calipers and hubs black and feel it suits the car nicely...very subtle and classy IMO. I also have 20" rims and am on stock suspension. Some refer to it as 4x4 but I feel the wheel gap is minimal. I went with a 255/35/20 tire so the sidewall is slightly bigger to help fill the gap but I also had to roll my rear fenders.
Click here for my progress thread.
I do agree with most that caliper covers are a no no. You just don't put those type of mods on a car like this...leave it for those with 10 year old Civics with a fartcan & led headlight washers.
I painted my calipers and hubs black and feel it suits the car nicely...very subtle and classy IMO. I also have 20" rims and am on stock suspension. Some refer to it as 4x4 but I feel the wheel gap is minimal. I went with a 255/35/20 tire so the sidewall is slightly bigger to help fill the gap but I also had to roll my rear fenders.
Click here for my progress thread.
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04-09-2013, 07:01 PM
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Your best bet is to browse the photograph gallery and find what you like. I am very thorough when faced with decisions like these so I actually took screenshots of what I liked and pasted them into an Excel file with notes I took (mainly when making my grille and rim choices). It's a good way to gather the things you like into one manageable file and do side by side comparisons.
I do agree with most that caliper covers are a no no. You just don't put those type of mods on a car like this...leave it for those with 10 year old Civics with a fartcan & led headlight washers.
I painted my calipers and hubs black and feel it suits the car nicely...very subtle and classy IMO. I also have 20" rims and am on stock suspension. Some refer to it as 4x4 but I feel the wheel gap is minimal. I went with a 255/35/20 tire so the sidewall is slightly bigger to help fill the gap but I also had to roll my rear fenders.
Click here for my progress thread.
I do agree with most that caliper covers are a no no. You just don't put those type of mods on a car like this...leave it for those with 10 year old Civics with a fartcan & led headlight washers.
I painted my calipers and hubs black and feel it suits the car nicely...very subtle and classy IMO. I also have 20" rims and am on stock suspension. Some refer to it as 4x4 but I feel the wheel gap is minimal. I went with a 255/35/20 tire so the sidewall is slightly bigger to help fill the gap but I also had to roll my rear fenders.
Click here for my progress thread.
04-12-2013, 08:27 AM
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Thanks for the info, your car looks sick!!!! Ideally I'd love to lower my car, my only hesitation is living in Baltimore City, the roads are terribly maintained and the tighter suspension will murder the car over time. How is the ride with the coilovers? That grill looks awesome. Did you just take it to an autobody shop and have them match/paint it for you or did you diy?
Anyways, the coilovers are amazing, I would recommend them
The color matched part of the grille was done by a body shop because its very hard to match white paint. The rest I did myself 
04-12-2013, 10:29 AM
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I'm in MI and our roads suck too. I'm lowered. No problems. Even lowered on H&R's, my TL still has more ground clearance than my Evo X with the factory lip kit on it did when I had that.
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