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11-06-2002, 10:32 AM
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Originally posted by civic4982
can I have your stock road lamps? I realyl like them...
can I have your stock road lamps? I realyl like them...
Later
11-06-2002, 10:39 AM
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awww... ok i guess I'll have to go buy some at the dealership then... I'm proly gonna put real yellow fogs in place of them though... the road lamp covers just give it a finished look (fog light assemblie rigged on don't look good)
11-06-2002, 11:45 AM
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Ok, I wanted to post here first, but i'll post in the Texas thread as well, but my buddy has a good friend at Horsepower Store. He's not %100 sure, but if we can GUARANTEE at least 15 cars, then we might be able to get 3 pulls for $40. I told him that we already have a place in arlington for $45 for 2 or 3 pulls.
From the list on the other thread, we have 10 people for sure for dyno day. He has 5 or 6 cars for track night, and for sure 3 for dyno day. The maxima guys haven't given me a for sure on the Dyno Day, so i'm going to post there next.
Let me know if anyone else is in so that we can get another $5. To a college student, $5 goes a long way
.
CasperTL
From the list on the other thread, we have 10 people for sure for dyno day. He has 5 or 6 cars for track night, and for sure 3 for dyno day. The maxima guys haven't given me a for sure on the Dyno Day, so i'm going to post there next.
Let me know if anyone else is in so that we can get another $5. To a college student, $5 goes a long way
.CasperTL
11-06-2002, 06:35 PM
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Holy shit, I took out my front right shock and upper A frame (to replace the camber kit with the factory pivot mounts) in 45 minutes. Compressed the Intrax spring, and took it off the shock. All was good.....until I had to compress the factory spring from full extension to fit on the shock!!!!! If anyone tries this, be sure to compress as many coils as possible. I compressed 3/4's of the coils and it still wasn't enough. And to top it off, after I was worn out turing the spring compressors, they were too close to the spring to get the shock cap back on!!! I ended up taking it to the guys who put them on originally, and had him use his floor standing spring compressor. He did it in 5 minutes.
I also did this by myself. Definitly a two person job. The reason you need a second person is to push on the wheel assembly to get the shock out, and back in. Takes some wiggling of the assembly to get the bolts to line up etc. I was able to do it myself, but I was pretzeled all in the fender to push on things and get bolts worked in or out.
I am going to have the shop do the rest of them since he is going to do it in exchange for some PC work. If you guys want to do this, have two people and a good spring compressor or an impact wrench for the standard compressors from Autozone. That's the biggest issue, cranking on that damn spring compressor
Just judging the one wheel, it looks good. There isn't enough difference in fender gap to have sacraficed the ride from the factory.
Danny, I hate asking for help as you can see (but thanks so much, and let me know if you want help with yours since I have the socket set and jack stands now)
I also did this by myself. Definitly a two person job. The reason you need a second person is to push on the wheel assembly to get the shock out, and back in. Takes some wiggling of the assembly to get the bolts to line up etc. I was able to do it myself, but I was pretzeled all in the fender to push on things and get bolts worked in or out.
I am going to have the shop do the rest of them since he is going to do it in exchange for some PC work. If you guys want to do this, have two people and a good spring compressor or an impact wrench for the standard compressors from Autozone. That's the biggest issue, cranking on that damn spring compressor
Just judging the one wheel, it looks good. There isn't enough difference in fender gap to have sacraficed the ride from the factory.
Danny, I hate asking for help as you can see (but thanks so much, and let me know if you want help with yours since I have the socket set and jack stands now)
11-06-2002, 08:46 PM
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Damn, I kinda wanted to help. I like working on cars cause I like to learn how to do the stuff my self. Don't worry about asking for help next time, I wouldn't offer if I didn't mean it. 
Oh well, I'm glad you got your car back to the condition you wanted.
Oh well, I'm glad you got your car back to the condition you wanted.
11-06-2002, 08:49 PM
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I ordered the PIAA package tonite. Everything but the reverse lights, I never see those so I figured it wouldn't matter if I changed them. They should be here next week so I'll have them in b4 the meet. Also, my springs got shipped today instead of Mon. (Zapata's been busy) so those will be going on next week.
11-06-2002, 11:16 PM
#2370
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Oh yeah, we will be there (wifey too). I'll be happy when I get there cause I didn't bottom out on the way
Actually, I am not back to stock height yet. Only one wheel is done. I am going to let the shop do the rest tomorrow since I don't have a impact wrench or large spring compressor. Compressing the factory springs down enough to get the shock cap back on is a bitch. I was just going to keep bringing him the shocks and have him swap the springs for me, but he offered to do it so if it's free, then who cares. He was going to trade me those intrax for the prokit, but I decided I will wait a little while and go air. Then I can put it to any height I need (or want).
Ah....my next investment....air ride
Actually, I am not back to stock height yet. Only one wheel is done. I am going to let the shop do the rest tomorrow since I don't have a impact wrench or large spring compressor. Compressing the factory springs down enough to get the shock cap back on is a bitch. I was just going to keep bringing him the shocks and have him swap the springs for me, but he offered to do it so if it's free, then who cares. He was going to trade me those intrax for the prokit, but I decided I will wait a little while and go air. Then I can put it to any height I need (or want).
Ah....my next investment....air ride
11-07-2002, 07:27 AM
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HEY! I have an impact wrench and TWO air compressors. A buddy of mine is buying TRD (TuRD ) springs for his celica and we're taking it to my Allen house to work on it. If anyone wants to borrow the gun, I really don't mind. During the week usually isn't good for me seeing as I live in Dallas but I'm always up for working on ANY car on Fridays and the weekends. Just an FYI for future reference. I'm thinking that dropping my Maxima SUV is the next move. My GT buddies always laugh and ask if we can go 4 wheelin in my car 
. Oh well....
11-07-2002, 11:16 PM
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Re: Long time no talk
Originally posted by DeezNutz
Hey guys, it's been a bit of time since I've chimed in on this thread, so I thought I'd say hello while I had a second.
RUF, how's the shoulder? I can't believe how long it's taking to get some info on the Ice Box. I get the feeling it's gonna be a "We determined it wasn't a problem. You guys still want them?" reply from Dean. I'm not knocking Dean at all, cuz he's cool.
Would you be interested in meeting up and doing the Ice Box upgrade to both our cars at the same time when they ship? I'm dropping my CL-S off tomorrow for the springs / sways / header / plugs work at CTC Motorsports. I couldn't wait on the Ice Box. I don't really have the resources available to do much stuff by myself down here. All my tools didn't make the move from Cincinnati, so I'd really appreciate any help doing the install.
Lata
Hey guys, it's been a bit of time since I've chimed in on this thread, so I thought I'd say hello while I had a second.
RUF, how's the shoulder? I can't believe how long it's taking to get some info on the Ice Box. I get the feeling it's gonna be a "We determined it wasn't a problem. You guys still want them?" reply from Dean. I'm not knocking Dean at all, cuz he's cool.
Would you be interested in meeting up and doing the Ice Box upgrade to both our cars at the same time when they ship? I'm dropping my CL-S off tomorrow for the springs / sways / header / plugs work at CTC Motorsports. I couldn't wait on the Ice Box. I don't really have the resources available to do much stuff by myself down here. All my tools didn't make the move from Cincinnati, so I'd really appreciate any help doing the install.
Lata
I've been swamped with busy stuff and have not been checking the Thread.
Anyway, my shoulder is coming along nicely.
I've got 95% plus motion and have start adding strength training to the stretching. I should be in great shape for the races. I'm even feeking up to doing my own sways and maybe even springs here next weekend.
Now I'm ready to start on my left side. :PAs for a get together to do the IceBox install, I would be interested. Next Saturday or Sunday sometime might work. ??
Ruf
11-07-2002, 11:22 PM
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Originally posted by DeezNutz
Yeah, I had the WDP part from asking when I first found this thread. I was jokingly asking what the WDP-II mod was. I haven't seen a reference to what they're actually doing.
I definitely wanna get the Ice Box installed with everyone. I'll monitor this thread closely when they ship.
Lata
Yeah, I had the WDP part from asking when I first found this thread. I was jokingly asking what the WDP-II mod was. I haven't seen a reference to what they're actually doing.
I definitely wanna get the Ice Box installed with everyone. I'll monitor this thread closely when they ship.
Lata
- Basically, I've got 3 ideas floating in my head. One involves the intake, another the throttle body and another air flow to the Icebox. But I won't know what make sense until I see the IceBox.You'll have to wait on the details for the other stuff. It'll be Dallas Acura Club Secret Sauce if it works out.
Ruf
11-07-2002, 11:28 PM
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Originally posted by chrisbpickering
Well, I guess unless someone can convince me otherwise, I will probably go back to factory springs. I'll keep the wheels cause they are sweet, but the poor ride quality has to go. It's a shame someone doesn't make a drop spring set that rides the same as factory. For someone like me, I jsut want the lowered look, and maintain ride quality.
Hey Danny, you up for a 4 wheel spring swap and camber kit removal
Well, I guess unless someone can convince me otherwise, I will probably go back to factory springs. I'll keep the wheels cause they are sweet, but the poor ride quality has to go. It's a shame someone doesn't make a drop spring set that rides the same as factory. For someone like me, I jsut want the lowered look, and maintain ride quality.
Hey Danny, you up for a 4 wheel spring swap and camber kit removal
However, if you are getting that bouncy feeling, then it's the springs. Comptech designed theirs to start soft, but firm up quickly at a certain travel point. Not all springs have the same specs, even if they provide the same drop.
Ruf
11-07-2002, 11:30 PM
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Originally posted by mantis23
Don't change it Chris... your ride is pimp. But if ride quality is more of an issue, then...naa, I can't even say that, keep it like it is bro!
Don't change it Chris... your ride is pimp. But if ride quality is more of an issue, then...naa, I can't even say that, keep it like it is bro!
Ruf
11-07-2002, 11:37 PM
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Re: All smiles with my mods!
Originally posted by DeezNutz
Hey DFW folks, I got my stuff put on today. Oh my God I had fun tonight!
I can't wait to get that f*cking Ice Box!
http://www.acura-cl.com/forums/showt...threadid=85276
Hey DFW folks, I got my stuff put on today. Oh my God I had fun tonight!
I can't wait to get that f*cking Ice Box!http://www.acura-cl.com/forums/showt...threadid=85276
Lookit ol' DZ go! :PI can't wait for mine.
So what did they charge you for the springs and sways?
And did your car come back with out scratches, especially wheel scratches.
Ruf
11-07-2002, 11:40 PM
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Originally posted by CasperTL
Ok, I wanted to post here first, but i'll post in the Texas thread as well, but my buddy has a good friend at Horsepower Store. He's not %100 sure, but if we can GUARANTEE at least 15 cars, then we might be able to get 3 pulls for $40. I told him that we already have a place in arlington for $45 for 2 or 3 pulls.
From the list on the other thread, we have 10 people for sure for dyno day. He has 5 or 6 cars for track night, and for sure 3 for dyno day. The maxima guys haven't given me a for sure on the Dyno Day, so i'm going to post there next.
Let me know if anyone else is in so that we can get another $5. To a college student, $5 goes a long way .
CasperTL
Ok, I wanted to post here first, but i'll post in the Texas thread as well, but my buddy has a good friend at Horsepower Store. He's not %100 sure, but if we can GUARANTEE at least 15 cars, then we might be able to get 3 pulls for $40. I told him that we already have a place in arlington for $45 for 2 or 3 pulls.
From the list on the other thread, we have 10 people for sure for dyno day. He has 5 or 6 cars for track night, and for sure 3 for dyno day. The maxima guys haven't given me a for sure on the Dyno Day, so i'm going to post there next.
Let me know if anyone else is in so that we can get another $5. To a college student, $5 goes a long way
.CasperTL
Ruf
11-07-2002, 11:44 PM
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Originally posted by chrisbpickering
I ended up taking it to the guys who put them on originally, and had him use his floor standing spring compressor. He did it in 5 minutes.
I am going to have the shop do the rest of them since he is going to do it in exchange for some PC work. If you guys want to do this, have two people and a good spring compressor or an impact wrench for the standard compressors from Autozone. That's the biggest issue, cranking on that damn spring compressor
I ended up taking it to the guys who put them on originally, and had him use his floor standing spring compressor. He did it in 5 minutes.
I am going to have the shop do the rest of them since he is going to do it in exchange for some PC work. If you guys want to do this, have two people and a good spring compressor or an impact wrench for the standard compressors from Autozone. That's the biggest issue, cranking on that damn spring compressor
How much does that save? Seeing it takes them less than 30 minutes to do 4 wheels that way?
Ruf
11-07-2002, 11:45 PM
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Originally posted by RUF87
Chris,, am I correct in understanding that you can remove the strut assembly and take it to a place and have them compress and install your new springs?
How much does that save? Seeing it takes them less than 30 minutes to do 4 wheels that way?
Ruf
Chris,, am I correct in understanding that you can remove the strut assembly and take it to a place and have them compress and install your new springs?
How much does that save? Seeing it takes them less than 30 minutes to do 4 wheels that way?
Ruf
You need to be able to compress them some just to get them off don't you. :P
Ruf
11-08-2002, 12:05 AM
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Re: Re: All smiles with my mods!
Originally posted by RUF87
Yeehaaww! Lookit ol' DZ go! :P
I can't wait for mine.
So what did they charge you for the springs and sways?
And did your car come back with out scratches, especially wheel scratches.
Ruf
Yeehaaww!
Lookit ol' DZ go! :PI can't wait for mine.
So what did they charge you for the springs and sways?
And did your car come back with out scratches, especially wheel scratches.
Ruf
I gotta consider that a pretty focking good deal. 
No problems at all with their work. No marks on the rims that I could find. They did *forget* to put the back seat in when I picked it up, but they fixed that problem for me free of charge.
My power was reset when I got it. I guess they disconnect the battery when they swapped the header. Don't tell Scalbert, but I'm glad the ECU was reset. Just in case it helps the tuning loop somehow.
11-08-2002, 07:47 AM
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Originally posted by civic4982
is anyone using those DENSO plugs in here yet?
is anyone using those DENSO plugs in here yet?
11-08-2002, 07:53 AM
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Originally posted by RUF87
Chris,, am I correct in understanding that you can remove the strut assembly and take it to a place and have them compress and install your new springs?
How much does that save? Seeing it takes them less than 30 minutes to do 4 wheels that way?
Ruf
Chris,, am I correct in understanding that you can remove the strut assembly and take it to a place and have them compress and install your new springs?
How much does that save? Seeing it takes them less than 30 minutes to do 4 wheels that way?
Ruf
If I was taking the factory ones off and putting the aftermarket ones on, I wouldn't have needed them to do it.
I don't know how much they would charge for that (doing it either way) but it may be worth it to some. You may want to just call around to some suspension shops in your area and ask if you brought them shocks with the springs on them and the new springs can they swap the springs and for how much. You might be able to get that done for 10 bucks a spring, but to me thats better than that shitty spring compress we would have to use (trust me, I tries).
11-08-2002, 08:13 AM
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Originally posted by CasperTL
HEY! I have an impact wrench and TWO air compressors. A buddy of mine is buying TRD (TuRD ) springs for his celica and we're taking it to my Allen house to work on it. If anyone wants to borrow the gun, I really don't mind. During the week usually isn't good for me seeing as I live in Dallas but I'm always up for working on ANY car on Fridays and the weekends. Just an FYI for future reference. I'm thinking that dropping my Maxima SUV is the next move. My GT buddies always laugh and ask if we can go 4 wheelin in my car . Oh well....
HEY! I have an impact wrench and TWO air compressors. A buddy of mine is buying TRD (TuRD ) springs for his celica and we're taking it to my Allen house to work on it. If anyone wants to borrow the gun, I really don't mind. During the week usually isn't good for me seeing as I live in Dallas but I'm always up for working on ANY car on Fridays and the weekends. Just an FYI for future reference. I'm thinking that dropping my Maxima SUV is the next move. My GT buddies always laugh and ask if we can go 4 wheelin in my car . Oh well....
Ruf
11-08-2002, 08:57 AM
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Originally posted by RUF87
Hey, we could "spring" on over to Casper's, "sway" to some tunes, put a few cold ones in the "Icebox", sort of our own "Hot Impact Nights in Allen".
Ruf
Hey, we could "spring" on over to Casper's, "sway" to some tunes, put a few cold ones in the "Icebox", sort of our own "Hot Impact Nights in Allen".
Ruf
I'm game!
11-08-2002, 10:26 AM
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11-08-2002, 12:47 PM
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Originally posted by danny25
Nice ride Nutz, mine will look like that in about a week. I think the lower grille would look better if you painted the plastic silver, but it's still nice.
Nice ride Nutz, mine will look like that in about a week. I think the lower grille would look better if you painted the plastic silver, but it's still nice.
). I agree paint that thing something to give it some sort of mean personality. Just don't paint teeth... hehe
11-08-2002, 01:15 PM
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Originally posted by mantis23
Yeah, painintg it makes it look a lot better IMHO. I'll snap some pics of mine later.
Yeah, painintg it makes it look a lot better IMHO. I'll snap some pics of mine later.
Would it be too ricey if I superglued shark teeth on the air dam?