03ozwhips TL mini build.

[03ozwhip]

calling it a mini build just because its a family car, gets daily driven. probably gonna keep it simple. so far ive done a small debadge, added an ipod alpine deck, dvd headrests, 18" 8th gen Honda Accord wheels and function and form type 1 coilovers, rolled fenders(rear)and removal of the "aftermarket" spoiler that was on it before i got it.

future plans include painting some exterior pieces, different wheels for next summer for some MOAR LOW and hellaflush, going the VIP route on it. any suggestions or anything you want to say, post it up!

how it sat 2 weeks ago


then threw on the Accord wheels



deck


DVD headrests


how it sat as of yesterday, way too much rubbing up front had to raise it up. as it sits now, its about a 2.5" drop all around. once i get smaller tires ill go down to about a 4".




broke a sway bar end link when installing the coilovers yesterday


you guys think if i pull the fender liner out, itll stop rubbing? is it a good idea to take them out?

[Kloubek]

I imagine you could cut any rubbing areas if you like. I wouldn't take them out entirely - it keeps it clean... both visually and literally.

[Jlude]

are those plugs in the trunk from where a wing was mounted?

[03ozwhip]

ya, there was an olds alero wing on it lol this used to be my father in laws car for about 8 years so he did it before i bought it. removed it 2 weeks ago.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Looking good! I like 4 door builds.

[03ozwhip]

thanks man! its the longest ive kept a car in a looong time, i actually do intend to keep it, i love this car for so many different reasons. just gonna keep it clean, its still my daily for now. it might POSSIBLY turn into a summer only car at some point.

[Ukyo8]

Originally posted by 03ozwhip


you guys think if i pull the fender liner out, itll stop rubbing? is it a good idea to take them out?

I wouldn't take them out if you're planning on driving it year round.

If its gonna be a summer car only, then maybe just cut where it rubs

[JZS_147]

Lookin good Corey!

[BokCh0y]

Nice Work

Glad you minimized the gap in wheel well. Looked like a mini monster truckint he first pic with the 18's.

[BensonTT]

is it true that the transmission go very bad after every 20,000km on this yr/model?

[03ozwhip]

lol i know it was at a huge ride height haha, these tires are tall as fuck, as soon as i can get rid of them, ill be putting on 225/40s. as for the tranny question, they can go at any time. mine went once already, got it fixed and parts were replaced by different parts than OEM because of the failing issues and i have a 2 year warranty.

not all tranny places replace the actual issue, they just replace with OEM and then it will go again at any time. thanks for the replies guys, more to come for sure.

edit: as far as the rubbing goes, its because of how big the tires are. it doesnt rub constantly. again, will be addressed when i get smaller tires.

[2000TL]

Looks good so far. I like the progress.

I would recommend changing the tail lights to 02-03. It made a huge difference on my TL. Check out a1hondaautoparts sometimes you can get it for cheap. As for low you should do this:

[ekguy]

Nice man. Loving this quite a bit.

[03ozwhip]

those pics are killer, is that yours? thats what im going for eventually, i have the right suspension for it, just need the right wheels. all in due time.

[2000TL]

Originally posted by 03ozwhip
those pics are killer, is that yours? thats what im going for eventually, i have the right suspension for it, just need the right wheels. all in due time.

Yea that was one of my favorite rides! Unfortunetly that's not mine. I think I posted some pics of my TL awhile ago. It's going to be hard, but you should try to get the oem body kit.

[03ozwhip]

ya the kit is on the list to do. too many things are on the list lol

[JordanLotoski]

Looks great. Like the accord wheels

[vtec4life]

i like how you have blueberry yum yum on the deck hahaha.

[94_S14]

Siick! happy to see you like the coilovers so far :P

How do you like the ride?

[03ozwhip]

Originally posted by JordanLotoski
Looks great. Like the accord wheels

thanks jordan!

Originally posted by vtec4life
i like how you have blueberry yum yum on the deck hahaha.

lol ya like that ehhhh, just good timing lol

Originally posted by 94_S14
Siick! happy to see you like the coilovers so far :P

How do you like the ride?

thanks bro, the F2s actually suprassed my expectations for a coilover at such a good price, the ride is awesome. if it werent for the tires, there would be no rubbing and a pretty smooth ride. now when i drop it more, it will change a but but i think itll still be pretty good.

mind you the stock shocks have NEVER been changed lol so the ride is hadly comparable to a set of good shocks, its just better than what it was haha