Project ILX Type-S
 

As some of you may know, I recently acquired a 2013 Acura ILX w/ the 6 speed (2.4 premium package). After a couple of days of hard driving (the car was smoking the other day), I came to the conclusion that I'm gonna start a build thread a make some "edits" to the car. I'll post pics and what not tonight.

Fyi, here's what's on order:

Short Ram Intake:

http://www.carid.com/2012-honda-civi...es-870577.html


Honda Civic Si Engine Cover:

http://www.oemacuraparts.com/find-pa...R%20%282.4L%29


Boomba Motor Mounts:

http://boombaracing.com/si.html


I will also post up a review and initial impressions. Coming from an Acura TSX, I can say that I'm thoroughly impressed.

Awesome! Driving the car hard enough to have smoke coming out of it, eh? Are you past the break-in period at least?

These look like some nice upgrades. The ILX has a lot of potential. I've been thinking it'd be fun to look into suspension alternatives to give it a little more aggressive stance. Are you going to do anything cosmetically - wheels, etc?

Post some pics of your car. And congratulations.

I'll post pics tonight. Unfortunately, I didn't properly break in the this car because I saw how the tech was driving it during the first 28 miles and was like, well clearly this car ain't going to need a break-in. It is what it is, and given the concessions the dealer was making to give me such a great deal, I wasn't going to complain. The car is virtually untainted.

Also, I think the smoke was because the engine plastics are new, not because I was driving like some maniac.

Regarding suspension, I actually have taken proactive steps to find out which components from the Honda Civic will transfer over. I've been speaking with some parts manufacturers about setting up a test fit.

In terms of cosmetics, I will likely keep it limited to what you've done to yours, spoiler kit, and tints. I have ordered yellow fog lights because I prefer the look and the added visibility. But, yea, I'm not too keep on making this a real looker, its literally going to look like something that came out of the Acura dealer.

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p...u/DSCN0444.jpg

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http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p...u/DSCN0435.jpg

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:ecstatic: Nice!

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

Gorgeous. You're making me rethink my color decision. Nice house, too!

Haha, I was about to get the polished metal metallic, but I ended up going to another Acura dealer to show my brother the car and, at that dealer, was a Crystal Black Pearl. The salesman matched the numbers the other dealer offered and I took delivery that same day. Lol, I had to cancel the order on the Polished Metal Metallic. It's funny how things work sometimes; I like this color a lot more than the PMM, but I'm weary about the upkeep required for a black colored car.

How about adding the Tech package to it?:wish:

The ELS stereo has a lot of distortion at higher volumes and navi comes courtesy of bluetooth phone integration, plus a backup garmin in my glove box. Do I want a tech pack, yea, and will I be able to live without it, yea

Congrats on your new car, looking forward to your Edits!

Looking good friend

Here's the suspension setup we are gonna go with:



Koni SPORT Shocks
Front 8641-1497SPORT (x2)
Rear 8041-1359SPORT (x2)
with
NEUSPEED SPORT
OR RACE
Springs

Spring Rate Spec:
Neuspeed Sport
Spring Rates: 218F/448R

WHAT A TRAITOR!!!!....hahaha nice new ride buddy Im liking it cant wait for you to lower it its going to look soooo nice

Looks great in Black, congrats.

awesome set up!
i bet it'll out handle my heavy ass TL

What do mods like that do to your warranty?

To be honest, its a case by case basis as some dealers won't warranty a car with any modifications.

Bummer. Would love to start modding but can't afford to void warranty. Guess I'll just wait 4 years.

Updates:
- Yellow fog lights (lol) are in
- Engine cover is being shipped and is scheduled to be delivered by next week
- K&N intake is on back order, going to try and order from WeSellCarParts.com
- Suspension is on hold until further notice
- Tints should be scheduled for next week
- Exhaust, fitment confirmed, waiting on quote from shop to hack up rear bumper. going to go with a dual tip system from Takeda (I hate the brand but like the muffler / tip design)

Questions / Comments? Feel free to fire away.

Can't wait to see pics of what the exhaust looks like. Really my only peeve is the lack of visible exhaust and if there was one thing I could mod, that's what it'd be.

Some ideas for ILX mods...

Ebay exhaust tip:

http://www.cadillacperformance.net/e...haust/ilx2.jpg
http://www.cadillacperformance.net/e...haust/ilx3.jpg
http://www.cadillacperformance.net/e...haust/ilx4.jpg

CDM clear corner headlamps:

http://www.acura.com.cn/news/press/i...0120822ILX.jpg

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http://www.autoguide.com/gallery/gal...-ILX-Coupe.jpghttp://acuraconnected.com/wp-content...2_06_05_01.jpg
Some of you might have seen these pics before but how about this for some inspiration.

First thing I'd add if you want to get better performance out of it is an LSD to tame the issues that come with "performance driving" and wrong-wheel-drive. The unit from the Si should go right in.

^I don't have the money to confirm that is possible, how sure are you.

It's the same trans with an open differential.

I will look into it. Do you know if I will need just the differential or are there other supporting bolts/components needed.

Ugh, its an $800 part

http://cdn.revolutionparts.com/index...571&f=1.5&tn=n

Yeah - they're not cheap. There's a reason why any "performance" FWD car comes with them though.

I do realize and understand their importance, but I've gotta prioritize what comes first, I'd rather firm up the ride before anything else, to be honest.

I reached out to Hondata regarding a reflash for the 2.4 ILX, waiting to hear what they have to say. Given that the ECU is the same between this model and the 2012, the application should be relatively easy:

Since the engines are virtually identical, I thought I'd post this so you guys can see the potential of this motor...

Hondata Releases 2012 Civic Si ECU Reflash!!
US 2012 Civic Si with K24Z7 engine (ECU part number 37820-RX0-A03 through RX0-A05)

Pricing
This reflash is specifically tuned for the USDM 2012+ Civic Si K24Z7.
K24Z7-Si ECU flash program 7600 rpm rev limit - $295

Hondata does not sell direct - all sales and payment must be conducted through Hondata dealers. The upgrade information form must be sent with your ECU.

Details
The K24Z7-Si program advances the ignition, alters the cam timing and optimizes the fuel adding 4-10 ft lb across the rev range and up to 20 hp on the top end.

2012 Civic Si

http://9thcivic.com/gallery/albums/p...vs_reflash.gif

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• 20 Peak HP gain depending on the dyno and modifications
• 5-15 ft lb torque across the rev range
• Rev limiter raised to 7600 rpm.
• Improved throttle response

This program was not tuned specifically for an intake. Any correctly designed intake or exhaust modification should work well with this reflash.

New Intake Manifold Cover installed -- gotta say it looks much better:

old:
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p...-09-52_257.jpg

New:

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p...-51-34_622.jpg

^Looks great! Away with the fake metal look!

Any updates on your exhaust plans?

For MMC, that's one of the things I hope they change; exposed, dual tips the way it should've been from the start.

^I spoke with CT Engineering and they mentioned the following in reference to the difference between the 2012 si coupe exhaust and the ilx:

Nope, there are other differences as well. The b-pipe tube that connects to the cat needs to be longer, the hangers are a different diameter and the hanger location is different in some spots. I don't have any pictures of the exhaust installed but if my memory serves me correct, you would need to clearance about 3-4 inches off the bottom lip of the TSX to clear the exhaust tip.

I need to wait til they release the sedan version of their exhaust for the Si so I can be sure that what I install will work. It'll happen!

Why is he referring to the TSX in his reply?

I don't know, but when I replied, I was clear in ensuring if he meant the ILX in that email.

catless downpipe:

http://www.ultimate-racing.com/Produ...CatlessDP2.JPG

^claimed +15whp

You are describing a practice contradictory with laws intended to protect consumers. Please don't perpetuate this, because it misinforms people! :tomato: