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Old Mar 31, 2016 | 09:22 AM
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it is Honda aerodynamics efficiency. above 100mph. it demolish competition.
my TSX goes from 100mph to 120mph in instant.
Ladies and Gentlemen, from now on, an "instant" is defined as being "about 2 minutes"
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Old Mar 31, 2016 | 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted by SSFTSX
it is Honda aerodynamics efficiency. above 100mph. it demolish competition.
my TSX goes from 100mph to 120mph in instant.
So following the laws of physics




the new Civic would have infinite acceleration.
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Old Mar 31, 2016 | 11:23 AM
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Unless the car sales man was an Indian, otherwise i am ok with $35k.
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Old Mar 31, 2016 | 11:25 AM
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No, I was talking about you and your poor driving skills, letting CVTs and autos take your ass. Psssh.





I'm willing to bet it'll surpass 40k. Depends how you option it out though. I'm sure you can get just the car for 36-38k. If you want the aero kit, Honda sensing safety package, performance package, blah blah, it'll crack 40k.
Well... i am driving auto now. So no they can't! yah i got the Pshhhh too

at $40k+, as good as the CTR might be, it will be hard to justify for a Civic...
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Old Mar 31, 2016 | 11:32 AM
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But you can justify it for a Focus?
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Old Mar 31, 2016 | 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by TacoBello

I'm willing to bet it'll surpass 40k. Depends how you option it out though. I'm sure you can get just the car for 36-38k. If you want the aero kit, Honda sensing safety package, performance package, blah blah, it'll crack 40k.
Appreciate the info. At 40K, CTR isn't the right buy for me.
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Old Mar 31, 2016 | 01:38 PM
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I'm just speculating. I see it being the same price as the focus, or very close, even if it doesn't have AWD.
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Old Mar 31, 2016 | 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by TacoBello
Originally Posted by SSFTSX
it is Honda aerodynamics efficiency. above 100mph. it demolish competition.
my TSX goes from 100mph to 120mph in instant.
Ladies and Gentlemen, from now on, an "instant" is defined as being "about 2 minutes"


2-3 minutes.

He timed it using this...

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Old Apr 1, 2016 | 12:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Legend2TL
So following the laws of physics




the new Civic would have infinite acceleration.
Honda is world leader in high speed aerodynamic efficiency. This 2012 Euro CRV is 1800kg with RDX size tires and older 2.2IDTEC with 6MT it can still get unbeatable mpg.


Honda CR-V 2012 Road Test | Road Tests | Honest John
Honda CR-V 2012 Road Test
It pulls well and confidently, is sensibly geared at 50kmh/1,000rpm in 6th and appeared happy to cruise at 160kmh all day, traffic permitting. And, strangely, in Eco mode. Yes, even at 100mph the speedometer was glowing green, and 7.1 litres per 100km average is comfortably over 40mpg.
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Old Apr 1, 2016 | 07:09 AM
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I'm in the minority but after seeing it in person, it just confirms my feelings about not liking the way it looks. I do, however, like the interior much better than before. I'm sure this thing will sell like hotcakes.
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Old Apr 1, 2016 | 07:30 AM
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Here's some math for ya. SSFTSX is a


My physics fans will get it.
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Old Apr 1, 2016 | 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by SSFTSX
Honda is world leader in high speed aerodynamic efficiency. This 2012 Euro CRV is 1800kg with RDX size tires and older 2.2IDTEC with 6MT it can still get unbeatable mpg.
No one cares about the Euro CRV We're in North America. Show me one 2012 CRV with a 6MT here


We know you just like screwing around with us, but c'mon man, give it a break.
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Old Apr 1, 2016 | 11:52 AM
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Will be stopping by Honda today for some filters, will try to check out a new Civic while I'm there too.
Depending on how close it is to rush hour, may take one for a drive.
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Old Apr 1, 2016 | 12:18 PM
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Originally Posted by TacoBello
But you can justify it for a Focus?
Nope That is why i am not getting any one of them. haha

but you know that is all personal preferences, but if i must take 1 from the 3 (Golf R, RS and CTR), then RS would be my choice.

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Old Apr 1, 2016 | 12:41 PM
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Originally Posted by 00TL-P3.2
Will be stopping by Honda today for some filters, will try to check out a new Civic while I'm there too.
Depending on how close it is to rush hour, may take one for a drive.
Too late to edit, forgot the #CSB on the prior post
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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 08:46 AM
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Turns out one of the pads was bonded to the inside of the new rotor. These are the factory pads with about 28000 miles on them.





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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 06:54 PM
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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 07:00 PM
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The more i see it on the road the more i like it. other than those ugly wheels.

with a nice set of 18s and slightly lowered, it will look very good.
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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 07:42 PM
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^ Think Honda could have also done w/ less of the chrome trim up front and the taillights being more elegantly done at the rear (looks better on the hatch version).

But overall, an improvement on the prior generic looking version.

But the biggest improvement is in the dash design.

The Mazda3 is still the best driver in the segment, but this is probably the best all-arounder right now.
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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 09:34 PM
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^^^Agreed 100% on the chrome. It's not a super elegant design to me. But it looks tons better than previous models.
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Old Apr 20, 2016 | 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by YEH
^ Think Honda could have also done w/ less of the chrome trim up front and the taillights being more elegantly done at the rear (looks better on the hatch version).

But overall, an improvement on the prior generic looking version.

But the biggest improvement is in the dash design.

The Mazda3 is still the best driver in the segment, but this is probably the best all-arounder right now.
I was thinking on this the other day, since my Civic jumped timing & is in the shop.
If it needed to be replaced with another practical sedan. I'd likely go with either a 6MT Mazda 3S Hatchback, or a 6MT Mazda6 Touring.

Luckily, no valvetrain damage to mine so it's back to saving up for a 2017 MX5!
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Old May 2, 2016 | 12:31 PM
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Here's a dyno plot of the FK2 Civic Type R, before and after tune:
Honda Civic Type R 2015 Chip Tuning/ECU Upgrade | Ecu Performance



And here's a clip of a chipped FK2 vs a modded 385whp S3:


Last but not least, here's a quote by Shawn Church from Church Automotive Tuning (Found of TOV):
While I can't reveal too much, hondata has been doing extensive testing and tuning on their CTR at my shop. The engine is quite underrated (close to 300 whp) and has lots of potential. Gains of 50-60 hp with just a tune are not unreasonable even on California 91 octane swill. About the only drawback to this engine is that it is much laggier than the German 2.0 turbos. But it also has a lot more power potential on the factory turbo. Think of the response as a little better than an EVO X but with more potential.

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Old May 2, 2016 | 09:15 PM
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Not into the rear, this is how it looks like. The civic Logo < ivi >

Did they not pay attention to the crab claws on the 2013 Camry?

Unibrow chrome, ehhh.. Should of learned from the infamous beak.

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Old May 3, 2016 | 08:56 AM
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Here's a dyno plot of the FK2 Civic Type R, before and after tune:
Honda Civic Type R 2015 Chip Tuning/ECU Upgrade | Ecu Performance
297.5hp to 362.8hp? Nice.

273lb-ft tq (371.4nm) to 331lb-ft tq (448.8nm)?

Solid numbers. I'm really curious about traction.

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Old May 3, 2016 | 12:58 PM
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haha gonna be spinning the wheels in 3rd gear...lol...
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Old May 3, 2016 | 02:01 PM
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Originally Posted by iforyou
haha gonna be spinning the wheels in 3rd gear...lol...
and everything including the steering wheel will be spinning in 1st
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Old May 3, 2016 | 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by oonowindoo
and everything including the steering wheel will be spinning in 1st
lol i almost lost it in my FWD TL last weekend.
i let the steering wheel go for a moment while stabbing the little pedal mid turn.
spun in my hands! lol

oh chit moment edging towards the curb!
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Old May 3, 2016 | 03:28 PM
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I remember when I first bought my TL.. took it on the test drive and did exactly that. Holy crap, hold on!!
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Old May 3, 2016 | 05:20 PM
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lol tell me about it. Just finished building a 98 Civic with a B20+B16 engine and with the power steering removed. After the tune, it makes about 206hp and 160lbft at the wheels. I decided to have a little fun.....now I fully understand what torque steer is...lol...can't imagine putting a turbo on this....
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Old May 3, 2016 | 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by iforyou
lol tell me about it. Just finished building a 98 Civic with a B20+B16 engine and with the power steering removed. After the tune, it makes about 206hp and 160lbft at the wheels. I decided to have a little fun.....now I fully understand what torque steer is...lol...can't imagine putting a turbo on this....
you won't fully understand until you have double the torque at a much lower RPM

talking about Oh shit moment at 5mph...
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Old May 3, 2016 | 06:29 PM
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You want torque steer? Try driving a V8 cadillac with the NorthStar engine. That takes it to a whole new level.
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Old May 3, 2016 | 06:40 PM
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You want torque steer? Try driving a V8 cadillac with the NorthStar engine. That takes it to a whole new level.
I thought those were RWD?
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Old May 3, 2016 | 07:20 PM
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I thought those were RWD?
Mid-to-late 90s SLS was FWD: Kelley Blue Book
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Old May 3, 2016 | 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Curious3GTL
You want torque steer? Try driving a V8 cadillac with the NorthStar engine. That takes it to a whole new level.
Or an Impala SS, not terrible but can catch you by surprise.
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Old May 4, 2016 | 08:02 AM
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lol i almost lost it in my FWD TL last weekend.
i let the steering wheel go for a moment while stabbing the little pedal mid turn.
spun in my hands! lol

oh chit moment edging towards the curb!
I dont have that problem
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Old May 4, 2016 | 08:11 AM
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^ You're also running 9 ft wide tires!
And LSD?
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Old May 4, 2016 | 08:13 AM
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I dont have that problem
it was driver error.
I was u-turning and briefly took my hands off the steering wheel while I straightened out the car.

I daily a 100hp kia sportage.

the Acura caught me by surprise.
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Originally Posted by 00TL-P3.2
^ You're also running 9 ft wide tires!
And LSD?

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Old May 4, 2016 | 03:15 PM
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Originally Posted by justnspace
it was driver error.
I was u-turning and briefly took my hands off the steering wheel while I straightened out the car.

I daily a 100hp kia sportage.

the Acura caught me by surprise.
Or was it the crabs
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Old May 4, 2016 | 03:34 PM
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scratching with both hands while driving a FWD car can be extremely dangerous!!
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