http://tsxclub.com/forums Dedicated to the Generation 1 (2003-2008) models. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:20:35 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.tsxclub.com/forums/images/blaze/misc/rss.jpg http://tsxclub.com/forums http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/40240-driving-snow.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:42:35 GMT Hi guys, I am planing to go Reno on thanksgiving, and people say it's gonna snow on that day, so I am thinking if you guys get give me some tips about driving on snow thx !! ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... G_seven http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/40240-driving-snow.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/40185-how-install-bosch-icon-wipers-04-tsx.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:14:34 GMT hi there, im a newbie on this forum. I recently purchased a pair of bosch icon wipers for my 04 tsx as my oem ones were worn out. Was curious if anyone can show me steps on how to install these. Sorry, im not particularly car-savvy so please dont laugh at me :D thanks in advance! hi there, im a newbie on this forum. I recently purchased a pair of bosch icon wipers for my 04 tsx as my oem ones were worn out.

Was curious if anyone can show me steps on how to install these. Sorry, im not particularly car-savvy so please dont laugh at me :D

thanks in advance! ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... killerjonan http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/40185-how-install-bosch-icon-wipers-04-tsx.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/40061-oil-change-2005-acura-tsx-canada.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:02:21 GMT Hello, I purchased a 2005 Acura TSX from a Acura dealer in Mississauga 3 months ago, I commut from Hamilton to Mississauga (45km each way) on the highway dailty and have put on about 11,000km since getting the car. The car was at 99,000km and is not at 110,000km. When should I get an oil change... Hello,
I purchased a 2005 Acura TSX from a Acura dealer in Mississauga 3 months ago, I commut from Hamilton to Mississauga (45km each way) on the highway dailty and have put on about 11,000km since getting the car. The car was at 99,000km and is not at 110,000km. When should I get an oil change for this car? They told me at the dealer my car has a service minder just like my 06 Civic did when it needs service a light comes on. Is this normal for me to be getting this many kilometers on the highway before it needs an oil change? The oil was just changed before I got the car.

Thanks guys and gals :)

Joe ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... joeboxer http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/40061-oil-change-2005-acura-tsx-canada.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/40008-remove-tire-scuff-marks.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:46:19 GMT Hey guys, so when i got my new tires i had to put them in the back seat of the car (because the trunk was full with rims and other tires). While they were back there they left tire marks on the leather seats and i cant seem to get them out? does anyone have any suggestions? Hey guys,
so when i got my new tires i had to put them in the back seat of the car (because the trunk was full with rims and other tires). While they were back there they left tire marks on the leather seats and i cant seem to get them out? does anyone have any suggestions? ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... evan42781 http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/40008-remove-tire-scuff-marks.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/40002-keis-detailed-2005-accord-ex.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:35:51 GMT I was asked by a good friend of mine to detail his girl friend's car, as he wants is GF's car look like a new car.

Upon inspection, this car sucks, i couldn't even count how many scratches it has, almost the worst "newer" car i have seen.

I wasn't able to take much pictures, I didn't take many after shots, i really wanted to take some after shots under sun, however, I needed to return the car by the next morning, I had just the exact time for detailing, but not picturing....

Hope you enjoy!


Wheel & types:
P21S wheel Gel
Jet Seal 109
Adam's VRT for dressing

Clay:
Sonus ultra fine clay bar
ONR diluted

Polish:
Menzerna SIP with White Pads
Menzerna P085RD with White pads
Menzerna P085RD with Black Pads
ISO 50/50 for inspection

Protection:
Jet Seal 109

LSP:
Swissvax Concorso

Equipment:
Flex 3401
PC DA
Swissvax Wheel Brush
Swissvax Leather Brush
Fenix TK10

The car.....

Before


50/50



after



Before

After:


Before:

50/50




The Hood, Done, compare with the fender


Jet Seal 109 Applied:


After Shot:






Thanks for looking ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... kei169 http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/40002-keis-detailed-2005-accord-ex.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39991-replacing-one-oem-rim.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:59:45 GMT So I have a bent rim that I'm wanting to replace with a new one.

I found this site for OEM parts: Delray Acura - Online Acura Parts Store

The first part listed for a 2004 TSX is
5 SPOKE WHEELS (17 in.) (SILVER STAR)

It shows 3 different rims, all at $191.25


However, if you look further down the page you find,
"wheel disc"

It shows one rim (among many other things) for $418.85


Anybody know which one will provide an exact replacement for a bent 2004 OEM rim? ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... asofeye http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39991-replacing-one-oem-rim.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39966-painters-out-there.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:27:53 GMT Hello I just bought my car about a week ago and once I took it home I hand washed the car. I removed the Mud guards and noticed that the rear bumper was repainted. But these dumb idiots didnt remove them before painting the bumper :2guns: So there is a cut line where the Oem paint is and the new... Hello I just bought my car about a week ago and once I took it home I hand washed the car. I removed the Mud guards and noticed that the rear bumper was repainted. But these dumb idiots didnt remove them before painting the bumper :2guns: So there is a cut line where the Oem paint is and the new paint. Is there a way to clean this up instead of painting it. ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... alxram http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39966-painters-out-there.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39956-cleaning-away-bugs.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:25:14 GMT hey i have an 09 but the 1st gen thread seems to get way more activity so ill just post here. I was wondering how to get rid of all the bugs dead and dried onto my front bumber and hood. I have tried waxing, wd-40, and other things. ALot of these bugs hhave been on the bumper for months so they are... hey i have an 09 but the 1st gen thread seems to get way more activity so ill just post here. I was wondering how to get rid of all the bugs dead and dried onto my front bumber and hood. I have tried waxing, wd-40, and other things. ALot of these bugs hhave been on the bumper for months so they are really dried on. Anyone know how to clean them off cuz now they are getting very noticable. Thanks ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... Bigman http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39956-cleaning-away-bugs.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39941-engine-compartment.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:03:27 GMT Hey, i really need to clean my engine compartment, but i have no idea how. :donno: Any ideas??? Hey, i really need to clean my engine compartment, but i have no idea how. :donno: Any ideas??? ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... ccbruin http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39941-engine-compartment.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39844-key-detailed-2003-325i.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:08:20 GMT it was really fun to work on the car. this car belongs to one of my good friend. He normally washes his car, that's it. I saw the whole car was covered by a thin grey layer, looks like a slightly grey car than silver. I was asked to renew the car, at least to look like a silver car.
I tried my best as a amature! hope you enjoy!

Wheel & types:
P21S wheel Gel
Jet Seal 109
Adam's VRT for dressing

Clay:
Fine grade clay bar
ONR diluted as clay lube

Polish:
Menzerna SIP with White Pads
Menzerna P085RD with White pads
Menzerna P085RD with Black Pads
ISO 50/50 for inspection

Interior:
Leather master Kit
303 protectant

Protection:
Jet Seal 109

LSP:
2 coats of Rubbish boy original edition

Equipment:
Flex 3401
PC DA
Swissvax Wheel Brush
Swissvax Leather Brush
Fenix TK10
Brinkman Xenon


first of all, the car after washed, it looked more worse in person:


Trunk clayed, the clay bar.....


many swirls and scratchs around the car, I tried my best to take some pctures, but got not much luck on a silver car:





After polished, the trunk looked much better


Taillight



No 50/50 shot, since it was really hard to capture with a silver car, i need to learn how to use my DSLR....:sorry:

sealed with jet seal 109



Finally, LSP choice was Rubbish Boy Original Edition








suddenly, when i was taking some final shots, a grey-silver rsx drove by, a nice comparison on a Grey silver and a pure silver......


Hope you enjoy,

Comments welcome

Kei ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... kei169 http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39844-key-detailed-2003-325i.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39729-wash-your-car-right-way.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:44:04 GMT Hello everyone,

Yes, there is a right way to wash your car. The better you wash your car correctly, the less you'll have to maintain it, polish it, and worry about swirls. Washing your car is the number one cause of 'spider' swirls in your paint. Guess what's number 2? Drying it.

What you'll need:

* 2 - 5 gallon bucket(s)
* Car Wash Soap (not dish soap)
* 2 - Wool Wash Mitt(s) (DO NOT USE A SPONGE)
* Wheel Brush
* Wheel Cleaner


Wash Mitts can be purchased from walmart for ~$5. Make sure its wool, the one below is definitely available at walmart in the auto care section. The reason we don't use a sponge is because it has holes (porous) which pick up dirt and debris from your car, get stuck, and then get dragged all over your paint the remainder of the wash causing scratches.


If you drop this on the floor, throw it out!

Preparation:

* Pour a small amount of soap into the 1st bucket and fill it with water.
* Fill the second bucket with just water.
* Label the tags on your wash mitts 1 & 2
* Hose down the entire car from top to bottom until its completely wet, Doing this in the shade works better.


Cleaning:

* Starting with your wheels, spray your wheel cleaner on your rims & tires, and scrub with your wheel brush. After each wheel is done hose down all of them starting with the one you started with.
* Take mitt #1 and place it in bucket #1 until its soapy. Start washing your car from TOP to BOTTOM. This means start with the roof, then hood & trunk, then doors & bumpers, then underside.
* Wash ONE panel at a time, just gently dragging the mitt across the paints surface. DO NOT SCRUB. If it doesn't come clean the first time, wash that panel again. After you do one panel, dip your mitt into bucket #2 (clean water) to get all the soap and dirt off, then spray the mitt with the hose, and place it back in bucket #1. Now hose your panel off, and repeat for each panel that follows.
* Do the above until it is time to wash the underside of your side skirts, bumpers, door jams, et cetera... For this part you will wash with Mitt #2. The reason why we have two mitts is because Mitt #2 will get extremely dirty and greasy and it's best that it is saved for extremely dirty and greasy places... not your paints visible surface. Start with your door jams, highest to lowest, rinsing the mitt in bucket #2 after each section, and finish with the underside of your side skirts and bumpers.
* If you are satisfied after hosing the entire car down, the best way to dry the car is with an air compressor, and to PAT dry the remaining water with big clean cotton towels or microfiber cloths. You should never drag anything against your paints surface, unless you are polishing and buffing. ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... robortwillys http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39729-wash-your-car-right-way.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39554-what-should-i-pump-gas-tsx.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:10:07 GMT im a noob at this, but the dealership told me that the TSX can be used for 87(Regular Unleaded) and the book also said it too. but somewhere along of my research, i see people say its better for the TSX if you use 90(Premium unleaded) because it saves a little more gas in the long run. and its... im a noob at this, but the dealership told me that the TSX can be used for 87(Regular Unleaded) and the book also said it too. but somewhere along of my research, i see people say its better for the TSX if you use 90(Premium unleaded) because it saves a little more gas in the long run. and its also healthier for the car, is this true? ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... LeeMaster http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39554-what-should-i-pump-gas-tsx.html http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39501-check-engine-codes.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:41:56 GMT does any body knows where i can find the codes for and 04 tsx does any body knows where i can find the codes for and 04 tsx ]]> 1st Gen - Car Care, ... mugen_tsx04 http://tsxclub.com/forums/1st-gen-car-care/39501-check-engine-codes.html