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Old 07-07-2003 | 01:06 PM
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Originally posted by D R E W
dboy619,

I'm making my way around. I have a few more forums to visit
Well, you're a lot more motivated than I am... I still have only two pictures of mine after getting the rims on.

I'll wait til my color coded side skirts come in for more pics...:thumbup:

Hey, when I got my rear camber kit put on I noticed that the control arm is rubbing on the inner fender!!! So, I had the kit taken off and had them do a camber correction by modifying the factory suspension instead... I was a little weary of modding the factory components but my buddy told me this was a safer way to go...
Old 07-07-2003 | 06:09 PM
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D R E W
Nice ride! I think it'll look better if the the lowering are set evenly, instead of the front being more low. It's all good, if you like the way it is right now.
By the way, how's the ride quality with those GC Coilovers?
Old 07-07-2003 | 06:18 PM
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hm... just commenting on your future plans on brakes. AEM produce so-so products. so unless you're able to research and find out if they make their own bbk, or contract from some reliable company, i'd say go with something more reputable. there's nothing worse than to spend a loot of money and have it fall way short of your expectations.

and seeing your rims are 18x7 +50, you may also have to see if those current rims will work with any aftermarket BBK (as you may run into a heap of problems trying to clear the caliper). just thought i'd give you a heads up before you cross that path.

btw, the 7th gen coupe is very nicely done.
Old 07-07-2003 | 06:47 PM
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Originally posted by usc
hm... just commenting on your future plans on brakes. AEM produce so-so products. so unless you're able to research and find out if they make their own bbk, or contract from some reliable company, i'd say go with something more reputable. there's nothing worse than to spend a loot of money and have it fall way short of your expectations.

and seeing your rims are 18x7 +50, you may also have to see if those current rims will work with any aftermarket BBK (as you may run into a heap of problems trying to clear the caliper). just thought i'd give you a heads up before you cross that path.

btw, the 7th gen coupe is very nicely done.
HAHAH so how them bimbos holding up for your jules? I just got word that theres gonna be a 6 pot 14" big brake system available for the 7th gen. so tempting hahah
Old 07-07-2003 | 06:58 PM
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Damn, that looks fawking sick! Black-housing headlights with the amber still in it would look awesome as well as tinting the tail lights with a couple light coats.
Old 07-08-2003 | 04:01 PM
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i never wanted a 7th gen until now :madfawk:

might want to consider doing this:

https://www.honda-acura.net/forums/s...threadid=65529

i just ordered mine from testors & will be doing my 6th gen as soon as it comes in

http://www.testors.com/catalog_item.asp?itemNbr=1243
Old 07-08-2003 | 05:09 PM
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mr vader....your car is ready
Old 07-08-2003 | 07:05 PM
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Whoa.. new look w/ Honda-Acura.net

LoVeAllah2 - The tint on my Accord is 20% all around except for the front windshield. Yeah my tint is basically illegal however the police/sheriffs in my area don't really care. My car is clean and doesn't draw a lot of attention (i.e. loud exhaust, street exhibition, etc.) so I'm pretty much okay unless I get pulled over for a traffic violation then they may get me for the tint.


dboy619 -

Definitely post pics ASAP! I just got my rear camber correction kit installed today. About $270 for parts and labor. Made a big difference in handling and driving comfort. The ride is smoother than before and it handles a lot better! I would highly recommend a rear camber kit if lowered more than 1.5inches in the rear. My front camber is okay tho! The rear was -3.0 degrees and normal allowance for negative camber is no more than -1.0 degrees according to the alignment specialist.

jlin615 -

The car is actually lowered evenly. It's just the parking lot had a slope to it. The ride w/ Ground-Control coilovers is still accord like and smooth. The bumps are more pronounce but w/ the low profile tires and 18in rims your gonna feel the bumps and dips in the roads. I have no problems w/ the GC on the factory suspension (shocks/struts).

usc -

Good looking out! However, I've already gone thru this process w/ my 00' Honda Prelude. I have the same rims on my Prelude and the AEM Big Brake Kit both front and rear applications. The 50mm offset is perfect for the AEM Big Brake Kit. I'm satisfied w/ the AEM BBK on the Prelude and wouldn't mind having a set on my 03' Accord. The AEM BBK is actually pretty good for street competition. Not too sure w/ auto-x and extreme canyon runs but for street use it's worth the money compared to the expensive kits that come w/ the big rotors and calipers which aren't really necessary for street use. I'm not making big power w/ the Prelude or the Accord so AEM was good enough. I still have the Prelude and yet to experience any problems w/ the AEM BBK. The kit has actually helped me from smashing into this idiot Celica GTS owner who just turned right in front of me and stopped thinking I would clip his rear-end. Yeah right, the AEM BBK stopped the Prelude without breaking a sweat. IMO, good kit for the money! I'm pretty sure others will have their own opinions but mine are positive! BTW, the AEM BBK is just mainly for that bling-bling factor as well w/ better than stock performance brake fade.

see_fu -

Nice! I'm pretty sure those 6spd owners who will be making some big powers with the highly under-rated V6 engine will need a set of Brembos!

94AccordSedanEX -

Yeah, blackhousing and the amber lights will give the Accord that JDM style look. I'll be doing that in the future.

heywoodjablowme -

Nothing wrong w/ crossing over. Already snagged a couple of 6th Gen. owners
Old 07-09-2003 | 07:23 PM
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4real, that's a nice 7th gen... i haven't really seen one with a nice drop and plus sized rims. before yours i was still pissed that we didn't get the JDM accord (TSX).... well i still am lol BUt good job main, cant wait to see what it looks like when u're done... holla
Old 07-10-2003 | 07:22 AM
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SICK SICK SICK.....
where u get the rims?



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