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Old 02-20-2015, 08:41 AM
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If I can find some wider barrels I plan to try and run them squared at 10.5".
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I've downloaded and saved large pics of your car dropped on the 18" and 19" stockies as it looks SICK AS FFUUUUUUU.....

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Old 02-20-2015, 07:12 PM
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haha thanks '99-6sic6. I should have taken them with my DSLR instead of my iPhone but I'll get some better ones soon. I really can't wait to get back onto my summer set up.
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From a car meet this past weekend:

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Old 03-04-2015, 09:46 AM
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I love your car in that last photo
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Looking good!
Old 03-06-2015, 08:35 AM
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Thanks guys! Don't know what else to do after I install my intake, j pipe and exhaust. Probably wait for bags and shop for another set of wheels.

I wish they made the midnight chrome grill for the 12+. I'd probably change to that to match the chrome trim and lips for show as well as install the rear trunk piece.

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Old 03-10-2015, 08:38 PM
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Old 03-10-2015, 08:43 PM
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Old 03-11-2015, 08:16 AM
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Thanks Steven.

Yeah I know! Can't wait! Trying to take home that 1st place best Acura 4 door other.
Old 03-11-2015, 09:31 AM
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You've got some excessive poke in the rear. Are you gonna dial in the fitment and camber it in or leave it like that?
Old 03-11-2015, 01:32 PM
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I like it as is but it could come in a little more. its within spec is why it has the poke it does. I do have a rear camber Kit though. In person the fitment is pretty spot on with the front. Should align the front more realistically. It's right on the borderline of spec.
Old 03-17-2015, 11:17 PM
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Since the ATLP exhaust is currently being made and out of stock I decided to go ahead and install the XLR8 V2 J Pipe last week. After install the car definitely feels quicker and had a little more tone to the exhaust. You can hear the different when your on it. I also installed the CT Engineering Ice Box intake earlier today and it went pretty smooth for the most part. Installation on both these parts was pretty quick and straight forward. After having both installed the TL is finally coming to life. Has a strong pull all the way thru the rpm band. You notice and can hear the Vtec crack. To me the $1000 was well spent. Here's a few pictures:

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Old 03-21-2015, 03:42 AM
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Very happy with the icebox and j pipe.

Went ahead and ordered the Well Visors Pots is running. Should be here sometime early next week.
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this car has really grown on my since i joined. one of my favs now. great job man.
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Old 03-22-2015, 04:15 PM
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Thanks! Makes me feel better knowing its paid off and still under 7k miles. It has definitely came a long way though and still in the works.

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Old 04-01-2015, 11:54 AM
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Decided to pull the trigger on the Well Visors Pots promoted. They arrived while I was on vacation so will be going on soon. Just waiting for some sunshine. Will post my review after.
Old 04-01-2015, 07:28 PM
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i absolutely hate those things tbh...

its all subjective so to each his own but i love your car as is...
Old 04-01-2015, 09:05 PM
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I live in Seattle and it rains a lot. I need them. It's more for functionality then it is looks. But I appreciate your input. I believe they will flow great. A lot better then the weather techs.

On another note, re ordered my ATLP exhaust today since they are finally finishing up production this week. Will arrive mid week. Almost ready for HondafestNW.

Also adding the Mugen license plate bolts for a small but stylish touch.

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Old 04-01-2015, 11:39 PM
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Originally Posted by carbonTSEX
Very happy with the icebox and j pipe.

Went ahead and ordered the Well Visors Pots is running. Should be here sometime early next week.
Hope they look good Carbon! Post pics, i want a 2nd look, might pull the trigger on these as well. They looked good on Potz. Just wish we had some seamless visors, they just look much more flush and sporty.
Old 04-02-2015, 12:10 AM
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I'll have them installed tomorrow and I'll post some pictures. Won't have pictures with my VSXX's mounted until next week before I show but I'll have plenty then to add.
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OK so i installed the Well Visors today.

First impression: Packaging was good, the hooks they use work great and they are easy to install in no time. For $83 and free shipping I think they are worth it for functionality as well as looks. They also included some decals if you wish to install.

Pictures after install (Sorry car is dirty from sitting for the past two weeks and used my iPhone):

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Only downside to these visors is they don't extended full to the edge of the front window so there is a slight gap. I still think they are nicer then the weather techs. Personal preference, and I will end up forgetting about it anyway. Other then that fitment is great as well as looks! The gap doesn't effect the functionality. Just an honest review.

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I will have better quality shots and will be in summer mode next week so check back then for updated pictures with the Work VSXX's on. All comments welcome (positive or negative) because I don't care what other's think of my car because I know it's clean. Just hear to help other's that may be interested in the visors.

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Old 04-02-2015, 07:24 PM
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Still on the fence with them. Part of me likes it and part of me says it looks off. I would have never gotten the weather techs if it wasn't offered in a light tint. Blends in better IMO. As long as you're happy with them that's all that counts.
Old 04-03-2015, 01:37 AM
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They aren't as nice as my Mugen visors on my TSX but they are still nice and half the price. I am happy. It was a nice touch and like mentioned before I'm from seattle and it rains enough to make these a necessity.
Old 04-05-2015, 01:56 AM
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Earlier today.

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Tech day with a few members of my TSX crew: All black everything.

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Old 04-08-2015, 02:45 PM
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ATLP exhaust arrives Friday. Will be installing it and I'll post a sound clip and pictures. TL is almost ready for the car show season. Came a long way since this time last year. I only had lip kit, tinted windows and rear window spoiler.

I have also installed Mugen license plate bolts. Nice subtle touch. Only have two so I'll have to score another pair soon.
Old 04-11-2015, 09:29 PM
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Exhaust arrived on Friday. Installed it same day. Very happy with the sounds and build quality. Easy installation.

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Also got my fenders rolled today. Adjusting height tonight. We will see how low I can get it and still be rub free.

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Just a shot after the roll. Height hasn't been adjusted yet.

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HondafestNW tomorrow. Will post up my pictures after.
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looks nice and mean. love it.
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Old 04-12-2015, 10:21 PM
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When I get some better shots from the show today I'll post em up.
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I think the rain guards look good. Definitely see your point about wanting them to go all the way to the edge but i think i like them.
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Old 04-24-2015, 09:35 AM
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Honestly I don't even notice it anymore. They weren't expensive and do exactly what I need them to do with style.
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Been busy with school but I've posted pictures from HondafestNW in the post my TL right now thread but here they are.

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Old 04-24-2015, 09:49 AM
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Raised it back up a little after the show and got an alignment done. Also put the Advance wheels back on. Snapped this photo of the exhaust.

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Lastly I finally purchased the OEM car cover. I regret not getting it when I first bought my TL but glad I have it now.

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Old 04-24-2015, 10:15 AM
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Updated Mod List:

- OEM Acura Lip Kit
- 15% Window tint all around minus windshield
- BC Racing Type BR custom built coilovers with 12k Front and 8k rear spring rates and extreme drop kit
- Work VSXX Gold with polished lip and black hardware 20x9 +19 20x10.5 +25
- Nitto Invo tires 235/30/20 255/30/20
- Ingalls Adjustable ball joints and toe arms +/- 3 degrees
- Akata 3mm hub centric wheel spacers for front (front offset is +16)
- Spoilerking's rear window spoiler
- Aftermarket black lugs/locks
- OEM All season mats front, rear and trunk
- 6k LED bulbs for door vanity
- 6k LED license plate bulbs
-CT Icebox intake
-XLR8 V2 J pipe with 3rd cat delete
-ATLP catback exhaust
-Wellvisors window visors
-Mugen license plate bolts
-Heeltoeautomotive front and back license plate frames


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dem mugen bolts doe
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Looking good.... I only like about 4-5 4G TLs on here and this is one of them.
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Old 04-24-2015, 12:03 PM
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Forgot my 5k led fogs but I'll update when I get more parts.

Thanks flipster23!

Love the Mugen bolts very nice subtle touch. Way better then those 10mm bolts haha.
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Looking good.... I only like about 4-5 4G TLs on here and this is one of them.

am i one of them ?!?!?!?!?
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am i one of them ?!?!?!?!?
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