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Old 03-07-2009, 10:54 PM
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jimiboi, what are you lowered on? I'm looking to do a similar thing on my 03 sedan. Looks stunning.
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Thx!

Exterior Modifications
HID kit (4300k)
TL Wheels (17x8)
Michelin Pilot Exaltos
Stoptech Slotted Rotors
Axxis Ultimate pads

Suspension Modifications
Neuspeed Supercup Kit
+ Race Springs (2.2f/2.0r-drop)
+ Koni yellows
Ingalls Camber kit (rear)
Neuspeed Swaybars (27mm Front/19mm Rear)
Neuspeed Tie Bar
Old 03-08-2009, 09:23 PM
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nice jimiboi,i used to have TL rims, I miss them.
Old 03-14-2009, 11:34 PM
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How much did the Neuspeed race springs run you?

grr, I wish i had a 5MT...autos getting kinda boring.
Old 03-16-2009, 08:32 PM
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woot gona talk to my dad about going to look at one for me.

an 03 blk/blk with 105k

get ready for this

theyre only asking 6400
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Here is my collection from oldest to newest:















Before HFP suspension.


Difference in tire widths. Old on right, new on left.



Painted TL engine cover.










When we first moved to our new house in Florida from Maryland.





Old 03-16-2009, 09:19 PM
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you needa get a 08 championship plate bro
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Originally Posted by invisiblewar
you needa get a 08 championship plate bro
We'll see. I like the plate that I have now. Plus, everyone knows that we won in 2008.
Old 03-17-2009, 04:43 PM
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AMAN1 How much did the Neuspeed race springs run you?

grr, I wish i had a 5MT...autos getting kinda boring.
Aman1, got the Supercup kit from here: http://www.neuspeed.com for $599.
Old 03-19-2009, 12:29 PM
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Originally Posted by invisiblewar
woot gona talk to my dad about going to look at one for me.

an 03 blk/blk with 105k

get ready for this

theyre only asking 6400
V6 or I4? auto? 5MT?

Thanks jimiboi, I found some good stuff on that site.
Old 03-19-2009, 12:46 PM
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it was a v6 6spd but they sold it already...hopefully within the next year ill be picking one up..the CL is starting to get costly cause i have alot to fix on it
Old 03-22-2009, 12:28 PM
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Just ordered this and a Gates belt from Excelerate. Should be a nice butt dyno mod from what I've been hearing.

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Originally Posted by invisiblewar
it was a v6 6spd but they sold it already...hopefully within the next year ill be picking one up..the CL is starting to get costly cause i have alot to fix on it
Too bad it was sold already. That was a pretty good deal if it had the 105k mile service done on it already, but if it didn't then it was fair since the service costs anywhere between $1000-1500 for everything.
Old 03-22-2009, 12:51 PM
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my sister's 08 accord. i love driving that badboy around.
Old 03-23-2009, 04:14 PM
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Just got these in the mail today. Corsport Aluminum Shift Bushings
Old 03-23-2009, 05:08 PM
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the finished RonJon kit with Legend wheels:





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^ That looks awesome, Ron! Very simple and clean looking. Wish I had an 8th gen.
Old 03-23-2009, 05:22 PM
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clean looking kit!!! ron.
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kit look great!
Old 03-23-2009, 07:05 PM
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^ That's a nice classy looking coupe. Honda really should put something like that under the Acura badge.
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OK, so I've had it in trying to integrate the TL DVD-A changer into my Accord. I just bought the Sony MEX-DV2200 for $145 shipped, and it has Doly Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital, and DTS built into the unit without an external decoder. Oh, and it plays SACDs and DVDs too.



Now the only problem I will have is trying to modify my dash above my navi sub-display to accept either a 3.5" or 4" speaker. I noticed there is nothing but plastic there anyways.

I already have an Alpine 275W amp for my sub, I'm wondering if I can just tie into that for the center channel too.

Two other questions: Can I retain the use of steering wheel controls with the Sony MEX-DV2200, and can I somehow still use the stock XM unit with the new headunit?

Thoughts?
Old 04-02-2009, 07:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Fishy
^ That's a nice classy looking coupe. Honda really should put something like that under the Acura badge.
With a bit of reworking, it could be a CL.
Old 04-02-2009, 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by gatrhumpy
OK, so I've had it in trying to integrate the TL DVD-A changer into my Accord. I just bought the Sony MEX-DV2200 for $145 shipped, and it has Doly Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital, and DTS built into the unit without an external decoder. Oh, and it plays SACDs and DVDs too.



Now the only problem I will have is trying to modify my dash above my navi sub-display to accept either a 3.5" or 4" speaker. I noticed there is nothing but plastic there anyways.

I already have an Alpine 275W amp for my sub, I'm wondering if I can just tie into that for the center channel too.

Two other questions: Can I retain the use of steering wheel controls with the Sony MEX-DV2200, and can I somehow still use the stock XM unit with the new headunit?

Thoughts?
You might want to get a shop to do the speaker thing. Safer and you'll have someone to sue if it gets botched.

I know some aftermarket head unit installers offer steering wheel control connection for an extra $80 bucks. It'll vary.
Old 04-02-2009, 08:25 PM
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why would you want a shop to do it.........its cake walk.
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The new wheels.



And Preston's new hiding spot.
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Nice.
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Originally Posted by AznX TL
why would you want a shop to do it.........its cake walk.
If I converted the stock speaker outputs from the stock stereo, would I use a hi-lo converter, or a Line Output Converter (LOC)? Would this damage the new headunit since I am sending an amplified signal to the AUX-in portion of the new stereo?
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The new wheels...



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Originally Posted by SuperTrooper169
Just got these in the mail today. Corsport Aluminum Shift Bushings
Installed yet ?? Curious how much improvement they offer...
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Supertrooper, did you paint the curved portion by your exhaust black?
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Originally Posted by GreenMonster
Installed yet ?? Curious how much improvement they offer...
Installed them last weekend. Install was simple expect for the smaller shift cable housing cotter pin being in a tight spot. I have big hands so it made it a bit difficult to get the pin out, but 30 minutes to install wasn't bad at all. It's not a staggering difference, but I find it a smoother shift and not as notchy as stock. I also noticed that it's easier to get it in gear at low speeds when going over speed bumps and going from neutral back into 1st gear or rolling from a red to green light at about 5-10 mph. For $35 and 30 minutes of my time to install I think it's a worthwile mod. Next I plan on a drain and refill with either new Honda tranny fluid or GM Snyncho Mesh.
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Supertrooper, did you paint the curved portion by your exhaust black?
Yeah I did. I always wanted to and finally did it when I had the bumper off to install the rear LEDs.
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My brother's 03 Accord V6 - sold





05 Accord EX-L - sold





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Originally Posted by SuperTrooper169
Yeah I did. I always wanted to and finally did it when I had the bumper off to install the rear LEDs.

What process did you use? Just paint, or prime too?
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Originally Posted by lucasprime
My brother's 03 Accord V6 - sold





05 Accord EX-L - sold





Those wheels and the lowered stance are awesome!
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Now I have surround sound!
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What process did you use? Just paint, or prime too?
Taped the area off, sanded with 300 grit and then 600 grit, then applied four or five coats of Plasti-Color Satin Black spray paint.
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Now I have surround sound!
That's awesome!!!
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Pic from today...

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Sweet! I'm really thinking about painting the space between my tailpipes black too!


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