speed?

m0o0se · 01-10-2006, 01:29 AM

alright so
i got a 05 tsx auto a few months ago and when i testdrove it it was pretty fast but driving fast with others i realized it wasnt as fast as i thought
wat is the cheapest/quickest way to make my car go faster
and is ther n e way to make my car get a better turn radius cuz it suxxxx
im kinda limited on money so try and help me outt

LannyMCS · 01-10-2006, 01:42 AM

Not fast compared to what other cars? While certainly not the fastest car off the line, I find that once rolling and I can hang with most cars (Evo's and STi's and such excluded

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There's a lot of performance bolt ons-CAI, header, and more coming; Hondata for '05s at some point as well as the Comptech supercharger.

Sorry, can't help with the turning radius.

m0o0se · 01-10-2006, 01:49 AM

oh thanks
what is the hondata and yea i cant wait for the sc

netoperek · 01-10-2006, 08:33 AM

as for the turning radius all you have to do is move the wheels front wheels forward, look for the switch under the steering wheel.

sjlee · 01-10-2006, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by m0o0se

alright so
i got a 05 tsx auto a few months ago and when i testdrove it it was pretty fast but driving fast with others i realized it wasnt as fast as i thought
wat is the cheapest/quickest way to make my car go faster
and is ther n e way to make my car get a better turn radius cuz it suxxxx
im kinda limited on money so try and help me outt

Intake, exhaust and turbo/supercharger are all ways to make the TSX "faster". You could also consider stripping it to make it lighter... of course that'll make it less comfortable for street driving.

As far as the turning radius, there's not much you can do it significantly improve it. The front wheels will only turn so far.

Sounds like you should start looking at other cars if the TSX isn't fast enough or doesn't have a good turning radius for you.

MemphisRheins · 01-10-2006, 12:55 PM

Also, Hate to say it since Im driving a 5AT here too, But if you want to make this car faster, buying a 5AT is a HUGE step in the wrong direction, dont want to lose members, but as its been said, nothing is gonna make a 5AT TSX especially, into a Fast car, its not... its not a strait line Dragster either, the TSXs charm is that its the Last Honda to be produced with Double Wishbone Suspension (Which btw is one of the reason the Turning Radius is like a Suburban ) but the Double Wishbone suspension allows for this car to handle the way it does, It really is just a Fun to Drive car, that has 4 doors and a real conformable interior, Its not a Sports car, and never will be one

ABPTSX · 01-10-2006, 05:01 PM

I totally agree with Memphis. Def not meant for speed, but do as you please man. I mean its a quick car no doubt and has some pep, but is by no means fast. With some mods like intake, hondata, exhaust, supercharger it'll be pretty fast. Otherwise, like memphis said its just a fun car to drive and is pretty comfortable. I love it either way.

TSXDET · 01-10-2006, 05:44 PM

Hey guys. I have the Comptech Cold Air Intake, Header and Cat Back Exhaust and intake manifold with Hondata heat gasket. That coupled with the Hondata reflash make the TSX pretty fast. I've been up close to 150mph on the Turnpike. (And that's with the 5at). I think that's pretty fast. I mean you're right, it's no dragster. I would not challenge anyone from a redlight. But on the highway, I've gone at it with several of the "Fast" cars and I've been only able to see the majority of them through my rear view mirror including STI's. Of course, a lot has to do with who's behind the wheel. And those that weren't in my rearview mirror, were neck and neck. Its not like they were fading away. The bottom line is, I think the TSX is a pretty fast car once you add a couple of aftermarket products, most importantly the Hondata Reflash.

chuson · 01-10-2006, 06:06 PM

What brand did you go with for the Intake Manifold?

ABPTSX · 01-10-2006, 07:17 PM

Damn another jersey guy. Nice man, looks like u got some good mods. What kind of cat back exhaust? You should come to a meet.

PrecyseStylez · 01-10-2006, 08:24 PM

I ran 14.9 in the 1/4 mile with my TSX at Atco Raceway in New Jersey.. and thats with Hondata and Injen CAI..oh! and Bald tires..lol. So i'll say the TSX "can be" alil more than just quick. A turbo kit will be more than enough for the TSX

TSXDET · 01-10-2006, 09:26 PM

Comptech CAI, Comptech Catback Exhaust, Comptech Header. As far as the Intake Manifold, I believe its made by RBC. I'm still knew at this. My friends at the shop are the ones getting all the goodies for my TSX. I just supply the green. ABPTSX I missed the last meet at the GSP. Had to work. Will definitely try to make the next one. Hopefully we can have a meet early spring when its warmer outside. Nice run Stylez.....

Hispanic208 · 01-10-2006, 10:12 PM

Very nice. I live in NJ and I have a 05 TSX 5AT with hondata reflash. I just purchased the comptech header and hi flow cat, but I haven't gotten them installed yet. I need help. Anyone from NJ/NYC willing to help me out? Thanks.

PrecyseStylez · 01-10-2006, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hispanic208

Very nice. I live in NJ and I have a 05 TSX 5AT with hondata reflash. I just purchased the comptech header and hi flow cat, but I haven't gotten them installed yet. I need help. Anyone from NJ/NYC willing to help me out? Thanks.

Where are you from exactly?

Hispanic208 · 01-10-2006, 11:00 PM

I'm in North Jersey in Hoboken.