Catfisha

Would some good ol' Sea Foam work on South Jersey's issue, Ack?

97BlackAckCL

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It might, it's hard to say. Sounds like either his cat or o2 sensor may be on the way out

South Jersey CL

it was the o2 sensor. after some deeper testing it wasn't passing voltage or something like that. so thats replaced. Also, the heat shield is fine, some little piece of something is bouncing around in the cat. Not gonna worry about that for a while.

South Jersey CL

CEL went on yet again yesterday. Catalytic converter this time. I guess whatever was banging around in there messed it up so now it's bad. The muffler is all rusted out and has a hole in that too, so that's replaced...2 weeks ago I put $1250 for 2 tires, all bew brakes and to fix the passenger window, last week it was $275 for the o2 sensor and now something to the tune of $800 for the cat and muffler and other parts there. I'm losing my patience with this car

97BlackAckCL

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The joys of a 13 y/o car

timeizmoney22

What he said^

South Jersey CL

yup. just wasn't expecting it to go all at once. oh well, car runs amazing right now. AND i got a free pair of tickets for the giants/cowgirls game tonight, sold those for some serious cash to a coworker and that paid for a pretty good amount of my last repair.

timeizmoney22

Watching the game right now!

South Jersey CL

CEL went on last week. i forget what the code was, but the throttle body and injectors were cleaned and comp reset. this morning, CEL comes on again and the car sputtered to a stop. Got it to the shop where it's waiting to be worked on.

maybe i'm just really pissed but i'm considering selling this car.

South Jersey CL

from the last post: my guy couldnt fix it, so i brought it to the honda shop, where it would be easiest for them to install and program a new computer that it needed. got it back today.

now it doesn't start.

it may be just a simple programming error on their part. but if by chance it isnt, and something ELSE needs to be replaced, then be prepared to see this car on craigslist/the black market because i am done with it.

South Jersey CL

end rant...they programmed my spare key, and not my normal key. car doesnt start if the key isn't programmed.

XayPhakham

I was wondering if anyone ever bought tokico illumina coilovers and install it into their cl? If so, how is it and is it worth it?

97BlackAckCL

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Yep, a lot of members used to have them back in the day, now a days, not many use them, but the illumina's are a good product

XayPhakham

Thanks a lot. I was also wondering if there is any DIY on making a honda accord side skirt fit our type of cl? Like what to cut and how much to cut or other modification.

97BlackAckCL

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Yes there is, be right back...

97BlackAckCL

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https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...ighlight=skirt

Make sure to take a look around our DIY section, and feel free to search as well.

XayPhakham

thanks alot. ill be doing that later on this weekend.. i just need to buy a rear lip and save up for a ww lip. Found one for $120 so i should be able to get it quick.

garneau39

Im still kinda new here, but is there a q&a thread like this for the 2nd gen cl's? I can't seem to find one if there is. Thanks!

XayPhakham

https://acurazine.com/forums/

Click on 2nd generations CL. Everything you need to know or want to ask would be on that forum.

leonenc12

I'm fairly new to the mechanic world. Does anyone know how to replace an ac compressor? If so, how difficult would it be for someone like me.

timeizmoney22

Pretty straight forward. You'll have to get it charged after installing I believe but I could be wrong.

XayPhakham

So the acura cl I bought has rear quarter damage and a big one that won't be fix with bondo. So I was wondering what's can be done to fix it kinda cheap

timeizmoney22

Not sure where exactly your rust/damage is but my rear wheel well was rusted pretty bad and I went and cut out a good one out of a junk Cl and had it welded in.
Before http://www.flickr.com/photos/timeizm...n/photostream-

After- http://www.flickr.com/photos/timeizm...in/photostream

XayPhakham

thanks that help alot. i was wondering how much everything cost you? And this is what im dealing with from the previous owner who tried to fix it.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/9523117...in/photostream

timeizmoney22

That looks crazy lol! Not sure if my way would work for you seeing that! Good luck!
$10 for the peice i cut out and 200 for the weld job.

XayPhakham

I know thats the only part bothering me on my project. I found a website selling the whole quarter panel for $400 but felt like it was a rip off but seem like thats the only way to get my side fix.

timeizmoney22

For 400 bucks you might find someone to fix that. Or maybe a little more! I'm in the process of prepping for paint myself! Pita for sure!

XayPhakham

The shop charging $1200 just to fix it. So i cant paint my car till its fix but i just bought some 17's xxr 531 hyper silver rims on 215/45/17. I was gonna do a h22 swap from my broken 98 prelude but ended up selling it so i can fund my side repair and paint.

CL3.0-MIKE

3.0 manual trans swap bolt on possible?

DaInFaMMuS1

Better off just swapping the whole 3.2 CL-S engine and tranny

860_CLS

Have about 800 bucks to spend probably a little more. I'm trying to pick up a quality catback exhaust system and also header, was gonna go thermal but they don't make it for the Accord anymore. For me right now performance is second to the sound i'm gonna get from the exhaust system. Can anyone point me in the right direction???

860_CLS

Car is a 97 cl 2.2

DaInFaMMuS1

I have an apex-i WS2 system on my car and I love it. Also the Greddy SP2 sounds good. Magnaflow with custom piping and resonator is also a popular choice.

860_CLS

Could you suggest a legit site where I could pick up either? Also, any suggestions on header?

vcc02

what headlights are those or dd you costom make the amber cornors?

vcc02

and what website was this??

Maiablt91

Does anyone know if these Monroe Quick struts from a 94-97 Accord will fit a CL (99 3.0)? These would be damn easy to switch out but I can't find an answer anywhere. I am thinking they might as there is one review in the first link where the guy put them on a 97 CL but that is the only reference I have found anywhere on the web

I know these aren't exactly the most performance oriented combo available but at this point, the CL is the wife's daily driver with 167K miles on it and the original struts which are absolutely shot.

Thanks for the help

dan73-05

I'm looking at replacing the timing belt/water pump on my 97 acura.

I've some kits on ebay that have everything but the hydraulic tensioner, I was under the impression that should be replaced.

Is the hydraulic part of the tensioner more of an option, or is it recommended to be replaced with everything else?

zx9allday

Anywhere where I can post my cl for sale?

97BlackAckCL

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Here you go
https://acurazine.com/forums/marketplace/cars/search/