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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 11:34 PM
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You got new rims kevin?
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 11:52 PM
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yuup 19" Varrstoen LM reps

https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-photograph-gallery-96/not-another-wheel-teaser-thread-841241/
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Old Dec 28, 2011 | 08:28 AM
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Any 6mt owners in here remove their check valve on the slave cylinder yet?
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Old Dec 29, 2011 | 12:35 AM
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Looks really clean dude are you going to drop it more? You're on metals right? I just put in my camber kits and now my front passenger side makes a bouncing noise when I go over bumps
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Old Dec 29, 2011 | 08:52 AM
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yeah i got the SPC front camber kit so im installing that after new years and going lower in the front. i may drop the rear too but not as much. i still need to get a rear camber kit.

which camber kit are u using, is the noise really loud, and what do you mean on metals ?

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Old Dec 29, 2011 | 08:18 PM
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does anyone have any recommendations for auto body work? we have a 94 accord wagon that needs some dents taken care of.
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Old Dec 30, 2011 | 07:20 AM
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Hey Mike,

Can you take a picture of the damage? Could it be taken care of with PDR?
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Old Dec 30, 2011 | 12:02 PM
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well...my daughter didn't take very good care of the car so there are numerous dents and dings. Thanks for the tip. I hadn't thought of pdr. Anyone have any hookups?
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Old Dec 31, 2011 | 10:32 AM
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Happy New Year everyone!!
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Old Jan 2, 2012 | 10:03 PM
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Old Jan 3, 2012 | 04:28 AM
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Idk what I meant by metals the itouch corrected me haha maybe I meant megans. But I'm on ingall camber kits front and rear and running tien ss'. The noise(began right after I installed the camber kits too) is pretty loud and I feel it bounce too I hope the shocks didn't give out and that it's still under warranty. The only problem is I can't have my car out of commission lol I'm going to tonys house to borrow his tools and check I everything is in place later this week.
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Old Jan 3, 2012 | 01:16 PM
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Hmm, def sounds like its something you need to get checked out right away.
Gotta be safe.
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Old Jan 3, 2012 | 01:26 PM
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I wonder if the shocks went out when you lifted the car to install the camber kit? Hopefully it's your springs not being seated correctly, which use to happen to one of my cars everytime I jacked it up.

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Idk what I meant by metals the itouch corrected me haha maybe I meant megans. But I'm on ingall camber kits front and rear and running tien ss'. The noise(began right after I installed the camber kits too) is pretty loud and I feel it bounce too I hope the shocks didn't give out and that it's still under warranty. The only problem is I can't have my car out of commission lol I'm going to tonys house to borrow his tools and check I everything is in place later this week.
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Old Jan 3, 2012 | 04:21 PM
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Hey, does anyone here have the HTSpec Type 1 coilovers from Heeltoe? I'd like to know how firm the suspension is compared to what I have now.
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Old Jan 3, 2012 | 06:20 PM
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i have function/form type 1 coilovers which are basically the same thing:

https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-tires-wheels-suspension-97/ht-spec-tuning-function-form-type-2-damper-tl-specific-application-771156/

they are non-adjustable dampening but the ride is very smooth just the way they are. they minimize body roll significantly and are comfortable when street driving, so not really firm or "harsh" at all. FYI ive taken my car to the track, mountain runs, and it is also my daily driver. no complaints here. another plus is that they are very slammable since they have the threaded shock body if you are looking for slammage lol

i used to have H&R race springs on stock shocks and the ride feels more comfortable street driving and more firm during aggressive driving with the function/form coils.

@kevin I just installed my SPC front camber kit and i havent noticed any sounds. good luck finding the source and i hope it isnt too serious

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Old Jan 3, 2012 | 08:36 PM
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Thanks, I did read that. I saw that HT is having a sale/groupbuy. But I'm concerned that the type 1 might be firmer than what I'm used to now and may not like it. It would be great if I could take a test ride before I make my decision.
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Old Jan 4, 2012 | 12:18 AM
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Damn Odyssey transmission took a dump! I think its even more fragile than the TL tranny! Whats up with Honda not being able to design a decent auto for the V6? sending out to new york for a rebuilt off of e-bay + 500 for my indy mechanic to swap out
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Old Jan 5, 2012 | 09:05 AM
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My 04 TL Transmission was troublefree for 105,000mi before I sold it, never gave me any kind of problems with shifting / slippage (Then again, I did religious service on it including 3rd / 4th gear pressure switches / 15,000mi transmission fluid changes). I guess some owners are / weren't so lucky?

My 2G TL on the other hand was not so lucky. The car shifted from 5th to 1st at roughly 50mph and almost got me into a huge accident. Thankfully it was 10pm at night on a quiet side street. The 2Gs were notorious for awful transmissions ..

From this point forward, I will only purchase MT with Honda if I'm looking at V6s. 4 bangers don't seem to have any kind of transmission issues

Also, if anybody is interested ... there's a Tacos & Tuners meet going on tonight in Encinitas / Carlsbad area (Right off El Camino Real). All makes / models are welcomed! Quite a few S2000s / RSXs and a couple beamers last time. I'll be there at around 8 or 8:30pm ..

If you're interested, shoot me a PM!
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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 08:58 PM
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Yeah idk what to do about the noise I'm thinking about runnin it down to he alignment shop to have them see if they can figure out what's wrong with it, it's driving me crazy.

@Kevin - I took it to tony's to check it out the other day and we couldn't figure out what was wrong with it.

Btw I'm going to be making a fiber glass splitter for the type-s bumper this Saturday I'm pretty excited I hope it turns out nice.
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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 09:00 PM
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Oh and plus I'm just right after the one year warranty too I bought it dec 20th 2010 fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuh.

Anyone have a set of stock suspension they can loan me if I happen to have to send it back to town?
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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 09:08 PM
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post pics of the splitter, sounds exciting!
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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 09:33 PM
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I will hopefully I'll have it all Finished in one day
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Old Jan 9, 2012 | 08:34 AM
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Originally Posted by TylerT
Any 6mt owners in here remove their check valve on the slave cylinder yet?
Finally did it bro, It was tough seeing my boi drive her off but i know it is in good hands now. Lets Begin Operation Stormtrooper.
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Old Jan 9, 2012 | 09:06 AM
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Originally Posted by roca619
Finally did it bro, It was tough seeing my boi drive her off but i know it is in good hands now. Lets Begin Operation Stormtrooper.
Nice man!

I gotta see this car.

Perhaps we can do a few runs before you turn the boost up?

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Old Jan 9, 2012 | 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by TylerT
Nice man!

I gotta see this car.

Perhaps we can do a few runs before you turn the boost up?

Forsure iam still waiting on the broker to find the one i want in white. So far iam tinting the windows and as soon as i get my tax return iam throwing that full 3" Downpipe + Quad-Tip SE Catback Exhaust System and the springs should be slapped on by May
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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 03:26 AM
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Oh snap! Which car are you picking up next Josh?
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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 09:18 AM
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Oh snap! Which car are you picking up next Josh?
2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0 T Manual, They may have to ship one down from L.A Just gotta play the waiting game til they find the one i want
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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 01:28 PM
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KN, I have my stock suspension sitting in the garage if you need to borrow it. Also, don't forget to post some pics on your project.

Originally Posted by KN.TL06
Oh and plus I'm just right after the one year warranty too I bought it dec 20th 2010 fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuh.

Anyone have a set of stock suspension they can loan me if I happen to have to send it back to town?
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Old Jan 11, 2012 | 01:40 AM
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Oh that'd be awesome dude, do they still have the top hats on them by chance? Ill ry and post sone pics tonorrow I have the frame done and some fiberglass on it so far it looks tacky for now but it has a lot of potential. Hopefully it won't be that heavy when in done with it.
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Old Jan 11, 2012 | 01:18 PM
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Sorry, I'm using the stock top hats. Good luck with the figerglass. I know how tricky it can get.

Originally Posted by KN.TL06
Oh that'd be awesome dude, do they still have the top hats on them by chance? Ill ry and post sone pics tonorrow I have the frame done and some fiberglass on it so far it looks tacky for now but it has a lot of potential. Hopefully it won't be that heavy when in done with it.
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Old Jan 11, 2012 | 11:08 PM
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Darn yeah I have my stock suspension i just need the top hats. I couldn't get he pictures to upload from my itouch but I'll try and have something up this weekend.
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Old Jan 13, 2012 | 12:34 PM
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Old Jan 16, 2012 | 08:55 AM
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You guys should check out Mike's progress thread on his 2G

http://www.tl.acurazine.com/forums/s...d.php?t=842521

We need to organize a meet!
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Old Jan 16, 2012 | 12:30 PM
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pics now Kevin!
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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 12:36 AM
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i ended up going with
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he did the entire car for $325 in about 3-4 hours.
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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 04:36 AM
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Still not done yet! Lol got the frame made out of cardboard and some aluminum sheeting and fiber glass half of it. Haha but for now I'm figuring out my suspension issues.
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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 07:15 AM
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i ended up going with
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he did the entire car for $325 in about 3-4 hours.
Not bad!

Do you have any before and after pics?
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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 10:43 AM
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Originally Posted by TylerT
You guys should check out Mike's progress thread on his 2G

http://www.tl.acurazine.com/forums/s...d.php?t=842521

We need to organize a meet!
such a sick 2g,
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 01:56 PM
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Not bad!

Do you have any before and after pics?

didn't think of taking any b4 pics. after pics just imagine nice smooth lines.
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Old Jan 20, 2012 | 03:34 AM
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