cybersonic

Hi everyone, new here at the forum. Anybody knows if there is a DIY guide for installing a Takeda SRI on a 2010 TL? Thanks.

cybersonic

Has anybody received a check engine light from the Takeda SRI?

GunnerX

See here: https://acurazine.com/forums/showpos...&postcount=530

cybersonic

GunnerX: Thanks a lot man. If you had a Takeda Intake installed, have you received a check engine light? Did you remove everything else (intake resonator) or just the oem filter box? Thanks again.

ParaSurfer1979

Good write up bro. I want the black one too. It tends to look more stock. The intake would smooth out the power band but vtec surge should be more noticeable due to gain in power. SH-AWD will make it less noticeable because the extra 14hp is being spread out over 4 wheels vs. the front.

cybersonic

ParaSurfer1979: I’m picking up the Takeda after work today and it’s also black. Did you receive a check engine light? Did you remove everything else (intake resonator) or just the oem filter box? Thanks.

GunnerX

Actually, thank prepreludesh who did the writeup. I take no credit whatsoever for it. The Takeda thread is right here. Some people did get a CEL but was taken care of.

ParaSurfer1979

Desmond (see sig)...lol. I have not purchased one yet for the TL but this is the one I will be getting. If it helps I did have a Takeda intake on my 08 Accord and no CEL. If you get cel then something is wrong because Takeda won't sell something that's gonna cause them trouble.

ParaSurfer1979

Do I see headlight washers on your car? This is something I never understood why USDM Jap car companies wont leave on our cars. European cars keep them om for the most part in the US.

cybersonic

Thanks a lot guys. I’m new here and I just got my TL about 2 weeks ago. I am also looking into getting Tein H-Tech Springs. I really don’t want to drop that low causing tire wear and prone to parking damages from curbs, so any suggestions, opinion, or comments are more then welcome.

GunnerX

Yep, only the Canadian version has the washers. Actually, I think Mexican ones too.

Excelerate

iTrader: (1)

The intake comes with instructions. There's no real need for a DIY. The intake does not cause a CEL.

cybersonic

Excelerate: Thanks man, having my SRI installed tonight

HawkI

A little off topic for the thread, but just wanted to chime in on your other comment/question. I'm also looking into getting springs or coilovers. From what I have heard from others, the coilover set up can be advantageous because you can adjust your ride height pretty easily. For example, in the winter you might want to raise it back to stock height for snow clearance purposes, or like you said find a height that works for you to avoid the problems you listed. With springs you just have the option of whatever height you drop to. At first I was thinking springs, like you, but now I'm leaning towards the Tein coilovers. The coilovers are more expensive than springs, but might be worth it. Just my ...

cybersonic

HawkI: I was really looking into Tein H-Tech since the drop is not that low. Now I looking into getting the OEM Aero Body Kit and not too sure if I want to drop it after the kit is installed. Dilemma dilemma.

HawkI

I hear ya. I've had similar thoughts. There is such a thing as too low. I was just saying the coilovers provide the ultimate ability to customize the ride height to your liking.

If you're planning on aftermarket wheels (20" are perfect for the 4G TL) I would plan your drop accordingly. The increased wheel diameter will sit you up just a bit higher than stock and an adequate drop would be in order to eliminate the unsightly wheel to fender gap and avoid the 4x4 looking status.

I think you would be fine with a drop (especially if your going with a conservative one) with the OEM aero kit. Other members have the OEM kit with a drop you can check out. Search is your friend here. Also check out the thread for RonJon's aero kit he's coming out with. It looks really good from the mock-up pictures. Thats another option out there. I like the OEM kit as well. Let us know how the Takeda and everything else works out. Good luck with your mods!

cybersonic

ParaSurfer1979

Are you saying an intake resonator? You put that in same sentence with the takeda intake. If so, there is no such thing as aftermarket intake resonator. There is for exhaust. Takeda won't be too loud. Engine gets happy only when you floor it. At normal throttle it's only a nominal sound difference. The exhaust, as long as it stays under 93db you'll be fine with noise. The TL isn't even close to that. Ever heard an Integra GS-R/Type-R with a race header & N1 style exhaust? It's like a loud motorcycle. That would be illegal. But your car should be A.O.K... If everything is C.A.R.B. legal, you're fine.

cybersonic

ParaSurfer1979: Sorry for the confusion guys. Yes, I meant replace the exhaust resonator. I read several thread here that several people replaced the resonator and I believe the mid muffler. Is there any suggestion on the mod? I just don’t want to sound like a rice burner.

ParaSurfer1979

My names Desmond. See my sig? lol. Id leave mid mufflers and do hi-flow cats.... Or just do another exhaust all together befor paying for mid muffler and labor.

2010_TL

Our cars dont have mid mufflers. Well the SH-AWD TLs dont have a midmuffler, I dont know about the FWD.

cybersonic

I have a 2010 Acura TL Automatic Basic. I did some readings on the forum and came across several people talking about removing or replacing the midmufflers. Not sure if they were 4G or 3G. But then again, I’m a noob. What do you suggest for an exhaust mod and why? Do you have an exhaust mod yourself and if so, why did you decided to do what you did? Thanks

cybersonic

Desmond, what year is your TL? Do you have an exhaust mod yourself and if so, why did you decided to do what you did? Thanks

cybersonic

Here's some pictures guys. Love the sound and no Check Engine Light (CEL) yet.

ParaSurfer1979

I love the black. Exactly what i want. Enjoy the added power? Why would there be cel? these companies test these cars b4 selling them...lol.

ParaSurfer1979

I have 08. see sig. i havent bought one yet but i started that j-pipe thread. Why wassup. i started the j-pipe thread for all manufacturers to post infor and members to post opinions. BTW 3rd gen and 4th fwd (i've been told have mid muffler's. I wouldn't do that. ill tell to what if you are still here.

cybersonic

I decided not to delete anything by cutting and welding. Instead I installed ATLP J-Pipe and Hi-Flow Cat https://acurazine.com/forums/4g-tl-performance-parts-modifications-295/atlp-j-pipe-hi-flow-cat-807037/

ParaSurfer1979

Perfect. i'm doing XLR8's J-pipe and keeping cat because we have emissions in my state and doing Takeda CAI while leaving stock exhaust. Record you set-up please. So many phones should be able to record in HD like my HTC EVO 4G.

cybersonic

[quote=cybersonic;12685801]Here's some pictures guys. Love the sound and no Check Engine Light (CEL) yet.

Takeda Retain Short Ram Intake 01


Takeda Retain Short Ram Intake 02

HawkI

^Looks good. I like the black finish choice instead of the metal/chrome option. You can still fit your engine cover on over the intake right? I'm thinking I'll be adding the takeda sri down the road at some point.

cybersonic

The engine cover fits perfectly

donny0391

does it sound any different than stock ?

donny0391

also is there a Takeda Retain Short Ram Intake for 05 tl ?

ParaSurfer1979

Yes at full throttle it's throttle its agressive and throaty. At regular throttle there is little difference.

Yes there is both. Short ram gives more mid to top-end power. Cold Air intake gives more low to mid-range which the J32 motor needs. If you live in a place where it rains very heavy and don't wanna risk it even though the splash gaurd should work, then get the short ram.

donny0391

yea thats why I was intrsted in the short ram I herd that the water from rain cud get suked up and blow ur engine out …where can I get this same short ram ^^^ for mt 05 tl ?

sabotfiveo

I want the short ram myself if they have one for the 04 Tl. If they have one and it fits the 05 then it should fit mine.
It looks real clean and we flood too much down here for a cold air intake.

ParaSurfer1979

rain drops wont blow engine. If you motor gets dunked in water, then in will. I was in college in fl and live in NC and Ive never come close to hydrolocking the car. Just food for thought. The CAI will give you the added power where you need more than SRI at the lower RPM. The SRI Is a good alternative but not the best.

Loudpedal

Anybody know where the Takeda SRI is for a 3G TL. I can't find it on XLR8 or on Takeda's website....

ParaSurfer1979

Here you go bro. This intake is for either Accord or TL. It'll fit 3.2 liter too so it will work for non Type-S'

http://afepower.com/shop/details_new...as&&brandID=78


I'd get black but I'm doing the CAI.

Excelerate

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There is no short ram for the 3rd gen TL, at least by TAKEDA. There is a cold air intake by TAKEDA for the 3rd gen TL:

http://store.excelerateperformance.c.../i-262810.aspx

If you want a short ram for the 3rd gen TL you would have to purchase a K&N intake since it can convert to a short ram setup:

http://store.excelerateperformance.c.../i-140724.aspx