Project ILX Type-S
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I am doing okay. I mean I honestly make a modest salary less than 6 figures by far. I had the fortunate luck that my family grew up pretty poor but my mom went to school got us out of the "hood" and it has given me a lot of opportunity to work. I don't think I'd be anywhere if she didn't get us out of that situaiton. From fry cook to financial advisor to Quality Analyst.. I hope I can keep going up from here! (not that you asked for my life story lol)
I definitly figured you would have some input being that you have Subies that's (I think) their primary line of work is Evos and Rexs.. So, I assume by "LUCKY YOU" you mean I should definitely let them take my car?
#202
Drifting
hondas are similar in engine design to the evos and easier to work on than the subarus. Cobb should able to handle it. First time I ever installed any type of forced induction on an NA car was a comptech supercharger for the Acura TL. It was pretty straightforward and easy. Then I did a greddy turbo on an 8th gen Civic SI.. neither were too difficult to do and I only had typical maintenance work experience at the time. On a 350Z though.. now that was pretty aggravating. Vortech supercharger wasnt too bad, but a twin turbo kit... I dont think I ever knew so many curse words at the same time.
and yes, I would love to have Cobb work on my car, especially if they were going to do any tuning work after the install
and yes, I would love to have Cobb work on my car, especially if they were going to do any tuning work after the install
#203
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eh, dyno tuning is only good for full-throttle. You get better dd driving ability from a street tune, which is why flashpro is so great. It offers datalogging and tons of tuners know how to work with it.
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hondas are similar in engine design to the evos and easier to work on than the subarus. Cobb should able to handle it. First time I ever installed any type of forced induction on an NA car was a comptech supercharger for the Acura TL. It was pretty straightforward and easy. Then I did a greddy turbo on an 8th gen Civic SI.. neither were too difficult to do and I only had typical maintenance work experience at the time. On a 350Z though.. now that was pretty aggravating. Vortech supercharger wasnt too bad, but a twin turbo kit... I dont think I ever knew so many curse words at the same time.
and yes, I would love to have Cobb work on my car, especially if they were going to do any tuning work after the install
and yes, I would love to have Cobb work on my car, especially if they were going to do any tuning work after the install
Well, I am excited then I know a man that has cars like yours wouldn't want just anyone getting their grubby paws all over it. Hopefully they can do better than $1,600... that shop I think was just confused on what I was asking.
I will find out what Cobb charges probably the weekend after this one. The manager seemed excited for the opportunity to work on an Acura though!
#205
Drifting
as for the daily, flashpro all the way.
#206
Drifting
That's good to know. I am sure he just wants to double check it, it's better to be safe than risk disappointing someone I am sure.
Well, I am excited then I know a man that has cars like yours wouldn't want just anyone getting their grubby paws all over it. Hopefully they can do better than $1,600... that shop I think was just confused on what I was asking.
I will find out what Cobb charges probably the weekend after this one. The manager seemed excited for the opportunity to work on an Acura though!
Well, I am excited then I know a man that has cars like yours wouldn't want just anyone getting their grubby paws all over it. Hopefully they can do better than $1,600... that shop I think was just confused on what I was asking.
I will find out what Cobb charges probably the weekend after this one. The manager seemed excited for the opportunity to work on an Acura though!
#207
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Guys, what do you think about this dual tip exhaust? Got quoted 480 for it? I'd need to add resonators. Only problem is that it's made by Takeda
#208
I like the way it sounds, kinda.. it would look good if you got your bumper cut. Would be very Euro-style... probably fits our car better than the Civic
Last edited by Trentimus; 03-22-2013 at 11:50 AM.
#209
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Chopped:
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Trent, where did you hear the takeda exhaust? I fixed the chop, though it still looks off.
#211
Drifting
eh.. its hard to really justify any kind of muffler tips on this car. its just really annoying not having a precut bumper to accommodate a proper muffler.
i think dual tips would be nice if done right though.
#212
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I don't think dual tips would fit as they'll hit the part where the bumper folds inwards.
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Ghetto I know.. but it is a shape like the TSX has cut out
#214
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so what are you going to do for exhaust?
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3" full race DP(w/ cat)/Cat-back then I am debating on cuting right at the shield which would like like the line I just posted or doing an upside down U. I read up on the mustang forums and BMW forums.. they do it all the time, seems straight forward with a dremel.
I'd like to add I assume a lot of hearing the exhaust in this car is because it's dumped down.. dumped exhaust bounces off the concrete and back to the car no matter what.. I don't care if it is in the back.
I'd like to add I assume a lot of hearing the exhaust in this car is because it's dumped down.. dumped exhaust bounces off the concrete and back to the car no matter what.. I don't care if it is in the back.
#216
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unless you're traveling faster than the speed of sound...
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Or this:
#219
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haha, all this talk reminds me of this video:
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Trentimus (03-22-2013)
#220
I plan on undercoating the car next week... you think that will make a big difference? I know when i pulled the fender liners down and sound deadened them it took care of the howling noises from the tires pretty well.
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YES, there is already a thin coat that Acura put on there but I wanna do this as well.. how much is it gonna run you? Did you just do a rubber-like undercoat on the fenders?
#223
Powerhouse Racing has a great reputation in the Supra community for TX. They have built 8 & 9 second Supras and the Supra owners are pretty confident in them.. they just quoted me @ $650.. probably gonna have to pull the trigger as I am imagining that Cobb will be charging 800+ (I'll still give Cobb a chance)
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#225
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Installed my fog light bulbs finally! Gotta say I love the way the yellow bulbs contrast with the HIDs
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#228
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I'll post pics tonight...unlike, trent, I'm good on my promises
I got Nokya bulbs, I'll give you the specific info tonight as I still have the package.
I got Nokya bulbs, I'll give you the specific info tonight as I still have the package.
#231
Drifting
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no, standard h11 bulbs. I don't need the extra brightness as the stock hid is plenty enough. Plus I didn't want to deal with the hassle or associated issues people get with aftermarket HID kits.
#232
-_-
I went with white.. can't wait til they're here.
I went with white.. can't wait til they're here.
#233
Drifting
I got the H9 65 watt ion yellow halogen bulbs. the yellow is very strong and you can see the beam through the stock HID's.
I hate aftermarket HIDs. They all suck. they eventually flicker and look cheap in the long run.
I hate aftermarket HIDs. They all suck. they eventually flicker and look cheap in the long run.
#234
Not if you spend good money on the right company. I bought some for my Mustangs and the kit was near $350 but it was well worth and lasted over 4 years.
#235
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Couldn't find the camera so cell phone pics will have to suffice:
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Trentimus (03-25-2013)
#236
That actually looks pretty sharp, speed!
#237
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Thanks, but I still got some more modding to do.
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Mods, images won't load...
#240
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Just ordered the AEM cold air intake!!!!