I have a buddy who can paint em for me . And from what I've seen aftermarkets fit pretty much the same.

 

Welcome! There used to be another RL owner here but he hasn't chimed in for months.

Damn 5 bills for side skirts? Baller alert.

Keep in mind too that the kit doesn't include hardware. I think Myron's buddy had a hard time finding the brackets for the front bumper.

I'm far too anal about paint so I rather have pieces that can be factory painted remain that way. Not to say that the factory painted parts are going to be 100% matched with my paint, but I rather rely on OEM. I'm always hesitant to have anything repainted since I've seen so many botched jobs. Pearl/paint doesn't match spot on, poor prep work, dull looking clear coat (that can't be corrected via polishing), thin paint and a whole host of other issues. I had no choice when mine was involved in a hit and run but I made sure to do my research and find the right shop. I had to have a lengthy conversation with the person that took care of my car to really emphasize how particular I was.

 

i dont got mine on yet lol
almost crashed into Hugh's car wash door yesterday, they had a huge ice patch and i barely stopped...

think i just say danzio on 82st going the other way of me

 

^ Oh yeah I don't have mine on yet either. I'll probably put them on this weekend or sometime next week.

 

I'm really debating if i want go for the 6-spd manual or 5-spd auto. Any thoughts people?

 

i wanted a 6 speed but found a great deal on mine and didnt wanna wait around until a 6 speed that i liked came up, could of been waiting forever for all i know.

 

Any issues with the auto since you're ownership? I'm still creeping through seeing if theres anything i should watch for.

 

I'd go with a TL-S 6 speed. When I was on the hunt, coming across 6 speeds wasn't the easiest thing. I wanted a very particular combo, KBP 6 speed but that is a unicorn around here. I finally came across a KBP and I took it. I don't regret it but would have loved to have a manual. Sure the auto has sport shift but it's lame.

I've had no issues with the auto tranny. I do a lot of preventative maintenance to keep it running smooth.

 

@Tai, might have been my did my brakes so was taking it for a test drive.

Got cross drilled slotted Stop Tech rotors with Stop Tech pads, so far bite is nice but dust is just as bad as the Brembo pads.

 

I didnt know you went hiking vince ! so hardcore with the sticks haha.

 

also some pics of it after the paint, its really obvious that the front fender and hood doesnt match up well, hood seems more lighter?

 

@ Vince - haha nah just had some money saved up but I couldn't pass on a good deal..

@ Tai - Hard to tell in the pictures but its harder to match white than other colors, looks good tho. May be easier to tell in person.

 

@Tai - Haha yeah it was my first time going backpacking. The sticks helped offset all the weight from the backpack. Packed way too heavy for a 4 day trip. I'll know for next time lol. It was a really cool experience though!

Hard to tell from the pictures. Did you point it out when you picked up the car?

 

Forgive my ignorance, but what's a "switchblade", and what does the mod entail?

 

Whattup Brian! Manual is always a fun time. My car is auto, but man is it ever fun to drive. You can take it for a spirited rip next time we chill yo!

@you8myrice, hard to tell in the pics that the color is off, but I gotta say, your car looks fantastic.

 

For sure man. I'll give you a shout probably this weekend for a test drive.

 

Does anyone know where I can find a replacement piece for this? It's the end to the ground wire from a relay kit. It's for my foglight HID kit.

 

I'm pretty sure any auto would have it. Did you check canadian tire?

 

Vince I got those at work. How fast you need them?

 

over packed is better than underpacked ! my friends and i ran out of supplies our first time, it was pretty bad LOL.

i didnt notice till the night after cause the car was all dirty and no sun was out when i picked it up, its actually not bad enough to annoy me so i'll live with it.
and thanks everyone else for the complements

 

Thanks buddy!

Haha but the problem is we were overpacked on gear and underpacked for food. I would have never imagined dehydrated food would taste so good after a full day of hiking lol.

Where did you and your friends go and for how long? I'll definitely be doing another trip this summer. I'll have to do more cardio in preparation though since last time I didn't train enough.

 

@Justin - Lol you chime in at such random times. Where have you been dude?[/QUOTE]

man its remote starter season and im getting so busy i havnt had time to do anything , lol , and fuck
i guess i left my doors unlocked cause someone went through all my shit stole 2 pairs or sunglasses, MOTHER FUCKER
cars boosted now im going to get a battery tender for winter while she sleeps in my garage lol
FML

ps i bought a Honda element its the fucking shit lol its nice to get in and not worry about potholes bumps sewer covers or curbs lol

 

its a ring terminal get them at cantire 2 bucks for like 12

 

What Justin said. Just a ring terminal. Im sure I have a bunch at home that you can have. Simple strip of the wire and crimp on a new terminal.

 

Yeah parts are a little expensive but for the ride IMHO it's worth it.

 

Shit I was try to reply to another members post and posted here, my bad.

 

[QUOTE=@RL780 - welcome! Nice I love RL's thought about getting one too but parts are a bitch to get for that expensive machine.[/QUOTE]

I know but IMHO its so worth it.

 

It's just not working on my cellphone. Sorry for the mess guys lol.

 

hey danzio, were you behind me in belle rive for half the neighborhood? haha

 

I might just grab some from Princess Auto so I don't have to hassle you guys. I checked CT online but they don't have any 18 gauge ones.

Just put on the winter wheels. So many months until spring

 

Am i the last one without winters on? Dang it, well i gotta wait til friday to have them on since the dealerships booked right up . I'll be slidin around guys

 

threw mine on last night, talk about timing !
i was slipping all over the place with just light snow, couldnt imagine it now.

 

Winter tires are a must! Its a slip n slide everywhere in my neighborhood

 

It's handy to have a dedicated set of winter wheels with the tires mounted. That way you can change it whenever you feel like it and not have to wait for an opening. The initial cost is more but if you end up keeping your car a few years it pays for itself. It's tiring for me though since I have to change out 3 cars and soon to be 4 twice a year.

 

Threw my winters on myself on saturday. I'm thinking of getting a new set of wheels and tires for winter next year haha..

 

 

@Vince - I didnt have time or any idea on what rims to get so i just put summers on my stock wheels until i can decide. Im looking through some classified and found a couple of used rims.

Do you think 17 x 9 +35 with 255/40R17 will fit without rubbing?

 

IMO, 17s are too small on a 2nd Gen and will look kinda funny if you're not lowered. Also you might rub a tad with beefy 255s, 9 width and 35 offset. But them being 17s you might not.

 

@Tai, wasn't me lol, I honestly don't think I've seen another white TL-S since I bought mine. I've seen a couple blacks and one blue though.

I got my winters put on this morning on stock rims. What a difference!

 

Are you talking about me Totally forgot about Edmonton Acuraziners.... RL780 hope you enjoy your RL as much as i do!!

Dropped in to let you folks know I have a friend who works at Acura West mechanic, there for 7 years now who now is willing to do more sidejobs. MSG me for a hookup.

PS...anyone got a hookup for acura vehicle parts? Specifically a block heater