This car has aged well. Too advanced for its time I guess cuz it looks great now even still kinda futuristic. But when I first saw it I did not like the design language. Thought it was weird. But now. Wow. Looks great.
I just got an 09 sh awd. Non tech. 1 owner 97,000 miles. It needs to be faster, but drink much less fuel. 😉 you and one other guy are the only people that I see put out the most content on these 4th Gen's. Thanks for going through things so I don't have to. :-)
Just picked up a 2013 acura tl sh-awd 6MT for 8k with less than 100k miles. Interior is flawless and the dash isn't all cracked like my 06 Acura TL. I got airbags, a lip kit, and now I'm going to work on the transmission before messing with the engine. I love this vehicle. This TL looks sick.
I think I was the first person to contact ktuner about the EGR delete for our cars lol. I ordered that EGR delete from P2R within a week of it being created. Once I contacted ktuner, it was added to the software two days later. This was like three-four years ago lol.
Just f.y.i. for those who trying to order the switchback on the link. Make sure it's the flat plug and play for the signal and not the round ones. I got the wrong one on this link. Also I've tinted out my headlights and taillights; don't recommend the headlights unless it's light tint. You lose your h.i.d. visual. It's not as bright. But it looks very stealth with the tint. That's why I'm updating all my l.e.d. front and back. I respect your work Garrett.
Only l.e.d. Bulbs I changed out are the reverse, the back plates lights, the side amber corners, fog lights, and daytime running lights; oh yeah, and the blinkers on the side mirrors too. Anything more then that, it started hyper flash. I attempted the back taillight signals and it hyper flash. Also at first my front amber corners, one of them burned out.
If you can find one of these bad boys with low mileage that’s been well maintained it’s a beauty. I grabbed a 9th gen Accord Coupe 6-6 with low KM’s and regret not buying one new these Honda/ Acura V6’s in either that SH-AWD TL or the Accord Coupe sooner. I mean it’s 2023 and that thing looks & sounds good especially sweet with what you’ve done to it.
DAAAMN this Acura is super nice my favorite TL. But I'm a RL Bul myself, My 05 RL is a BULLETPROOF classic. Getting Her a Brand New Paint Job and New Leather Seats in April after this Winter weather.
Acuras are just mmmmmm....i miss my 2003 tls. Now I have an 86 civic and a 8th gen accord, save the manual!!! I wish the tl comes stick. Nice car bro. Looks amazing
I really love your setup. I have a 9th gen V6 touring coupe. I just want to do a few mods because it’s already fast (for me). Looking to do a cold air like how you routed yours into the bumper, Rv6 J Pipe, and exhaust. Do the PCDS make you not pass inspection? Or can you fix that with KTuner?
i love my 2012 Acura Tl but the A/C is possesed. it so cold/freezing some days other days it doesnt work at all. I had its serviced once they took out the moisture and added new freon. condenser fan works/spins whem is blowimg hot air. i replaced the ac clutch relay just in case. nothing had curred the problem. anyone experienced this phenomenon?
Thank you. I’m running the stock 2012 HiD bulbs they’re a lot more blue. You can see the difference here 2010 vs 2012 stock bulbs. ua-cam.com/video/DbqDVIMwN0o/v-deo.html
I was things of a g37 but these TL’s amaze me with the body people hate on it but i love em and you can get the manual with awd it’s a hard choice to make
Thanks I got them from @usrauto check out the video New Headlamps For the 4TH Gen Acura TL @Unique Style Racing style headlamps ua-cam.com/video/nTvk23bsZZI/v-deo.html
did you need to install resistors for your switchback turn signals? Ive had mine installed for a while on my 09 TL and they hyper flash on the normal signal but have a normal rhythm on the hazards
Could you estimate how much all of these mods cost you? I have a 2013 and want to have some fun with it within the next couple years. Hope she's still being dreamy to you! Cheers
Thanks 😊! I got them from USRauto.com but they’re currently sold out. They only sell the clear diffuser so you’d have to open your headlights to replace them
@@GarrettMedia thanks you😄! In your opinion what exhaust fits better for the tl ive seen some have borla atak and the one that you have sounds amazing especially that putting my focus on the exhaust but still undecided what to go for
Just in case someone farts is so real lol. Im getting a 2012 TL soon so this is good to see what I could potentially do to it in the future. Great vid 👍
This car isn’t made to be modded with power in mind the auto trans isn’t great or fast shifting and with ivtec/vcm you can’t even turbo or supercharge this car unless u put in way more money than it’s worth
Here’s my custom dyno tune results with numbers 🤙. @adam this j37a4 motor does not have vcm but it does have vtec in both intake and exhaust sides. ua-cam.com/video/_evfKbAQUAU/v-deo.html
front end kinda of has like 3 differrent whites seems like fender, bumper and front lip kit are different colors. clean build though. acura gang... i own 18 tlx aspec shawd
Great explanation of the upgrades and I was wondering do you plan to get an after market fuel injectors, I'm just curious because idk how to find how much cc would be a good for a daily driven tl-sh?
Is the 4th gen have more room than a 3gen? I have a 08 type s but i got two kids now amd I’m pretty tall so I’m considering selling it and gettting one of these
Rv6 pcd, Rv6 JPipe, 3.7 intake manifold, I really like my cold air intake set up it works great ua-cam.com/video/BbP6UhLENJ4/v-deo.html . Ktuner for getting custom dyno tuned for all the mods.
I love ur car so dope !!!! I have a 09 sh-awd and I wanna do my front end like yours. So to be correct the hole front end is a 2012 font bumper and grill?
I got mines done at 70k miles. Acura recommend replacing the timing belt at 7years or 100k miles or whenever your #4 service pops up on you maintenance minder
Your car looks nice man. All you need is either spacers to bring those wheels out a bit or different wheels with less ET. Honda and Acura stock wheels have really crap ET they are all either et55 or max et50 and are so tucked in there.
This car has aged well. Too advanced for its time I guess cuz it looks great now even still kinda futuristic. But when I first saw it I did not like the design language. Thought it was weird. But now. Wow. Looks great.
It's a great design
The pre-2012 is still ugly lol. The facelift was much needed.
Ron Jon body kit on this gen 👌
front is ok back is hideous
@@victorc.6801nah the back is the sexiest part, like an exotic bird
Love this TL, I have a 2012 with the Advance Package. I’m doing small things to it myself. I just ordered the rear window duck spoiler.
Where do you order your rear window spoiler and does it comes color match. Thanks
@@SoBo140 i got it from eBay and it comes in black. I need to paint it gray.
I just got an 09 sh awd. Non tech. 1 owner 97,000 miles. It needs to be faster, but drink much less fuel. 😉 you and one other guy are the only people that I see put out the most content on these 4th Gen's. Thanks for going through things so I don't have to. :-)
Who else do you see?
@@chidlishkarlos2715I think revsalot
Just picked up a 2013 acura tl sh-awd 6MT for 8k with less than 100k miles. Interior is flawless and the dash isn't all cracked like my 06 Acura TL. I got airbags, a lip kit, and now I'm going to work on the transmission before messing with the engine. I love this vehicle. This TL looks sick.
@@jasonsomarriba2414He said "6MT" so yes
That’s a fucking steal
I always hated this generation but, having the beak in the front painted to match the rest of the car looks great. Would be a great project car.
Somehow, this TL just keeps getting cleaner and cleaner 🔥
This TL is so clean, I wish to own one of these beauties one day. These videos keep me believing, thank you🙏🏽
You’re welcome 🙌
Glad I was able to take this video before I got sick. I’m still sick but enjoy. Let me know what you guys want to see next.
🙏
Hope your feeling better!
Speedy recovery!
I enjoy you’re videos man awesome work
🙏🏽 we should get a tsx/tl meet going in va.
Garrett media what rpm u have ur 2 step set at and in the ktuner where u have the top and bottom settings at
I think I was the first person to contact ktuner about the EGR delete for our cars lol. I ordered that EGR delete from P2R within a week of it being created. Once I contacted ktuner, it was added to the software two days later. This was like three-four years ago lol.
This vid got recommended on my feed. Gotta say that TL looks clean. THanks for the vid.
Appreciate it!
I had a 2012 TL with tech package and I fell in love. Getting a SH one soon
Just f.y.i. for those who trying to order the switchback on the link. Make sure it's the flat plug and play for the signal and not the round ones. I got the wrong one on this link. Also I've tinted out my headlights and taillights; don't recommend the headlights unless it's light tint. You lose your h.i.d. visual. It's not as bright. But it looks very stealth with the tint. That's why I'm updating all my l.e.d. front and back. I respect your work Garrett.
can you comment the correct link here? im trying to change mine out for the ones that don't hyperflash
Only l.e.d. Bulbs I changed out are the reverse, the back plates lights, the side amber corners, fog lights, and daytime running lights; oh yeah, and the blinkers on the side mirrors too. Anything more then that, it started hyper flash. I attempted the back taillight signals and it hyper flash. Also at first my front amber corners, one of them burned out.
awesome car. the painted front grille made this look great
If you can find one of these bad boys with low mileage that’s been well maintained
it’s a beauty. I grabbed a 9th gen Accord Coupe 6-6 with low KM’s and regret not buying one new these Honda/ Acura V6’s in either that SH-AWD TL or the Accord Coupe sooner.
I mean it’s 2023 and that thing looks & sounds good especially sweet with what you’ve done to it.
This is so clean. That front and back body kit is perfect and for a white car it’s pretty much spotless 🤤
Thanks 😊!
DAAAMN this Acura is super nice my favorite TL. But I'm a RL Bul myself, My 05 RL is a BULLETPROOF classic. Getting Her a Brand New Paint Job and New Leather Seats in April after this Winter weather.
Thanks ! RL is top of the line
Acuras are just mmmmmm....i miss my 2003 tls.
Now I have an 86 civic and a 8th gen accord, save the manual!!!
I wish the tl comes stick. Nice car bro. Looks amazing
They do come in standard. Just hard to find one
4th Gen TL Sh-Awd is a 4ever Classic"
Hood spacer looks good🔥 used to hate the look now I need one for my 06’ 6MT TL
I used to hate the 4th gen tl. This vid changed my pov.
That’s just amazing ❤️!!
Looking hella fresh and what a beauty always love those TLS man.
Finishing my license soon enough. Ive been wanting one of these for a while
Have had a 2012 from day 1. Best looking acura car of all time. Well besides the cd5 accord
For real your are a trend 😅 setter 4g TL 😘 bless up the whole family bro
Man thank you 😊!
I use to not like this version of TL but damn definitely changed my mind I like it bro it sick sounds mean asf too
I love the 3.7L Vtech have the same engine in my 2009 MDX 300hp it gets it, screams pretty good 👍
I really love your setup. I have a 9th gen V6 touring coupe. I just want to do a few mods because it’s already fast (for me). Looking to do a cold air like how you routed yours into the bumper, Rv6 J Pipe, and exhaust. Do the PCDS make you not pass inspection? Or can you fix that with KTuner?
Yes deleting your cats will make you fail emissions unfortunately but you can always put the cats back on for inspection
i love my 2012 Acura Tl but the A/C is possesed. it so cold/freezing some days other days it doesnt work at all. I had its serviced once they took out the moisture and added new freon. condenser fan works/spins whem is blowimg hot air. i replaced the ac clutch relay just in case. nothing had curred the problem. anyone experienced this phenomenon?
Love the front end!! What headlight bulbs do you have? Not a fan of the OEM bulbs on my 2012 lol I want a more blue/white color like yours
Thank you. I’m running the stock 2012 HiD bulbs they’re a lot more blue. You can see the difference here 2010 vs 2012 stock bulbs.
ua-cam.com/video/DbqDVIMwN0o/v-deo.html
Loved that gen of Acura.
Nice video
This thing sounds sick on those flybys 8:42
Nice rear bumper swap.The previous years did have that better lip.
its a front bumper swap with stock rear lol
Nice TL, I have a 2012 TL 3.7 SH-AWD doing mines a little by little. Thanks for the info.
Bro what all are you doing? I have the same.
Nice whip brotha, Looks very clean
I was things of a g37 but these TL’s amaze me with the body people hate on it but i love em and you can get the manual with awd it’s a hard choice to make
Great video. Thanks for posting what I'm too lazy to do.
Nice set up!👍🏾……shocked to see no painted brake calipers
I’m sorry to say this Acura best looking TL
My 2013 TL FWD has 233K Miles On It …. No Lights On Dash … Drives Like A Dream Still
Sweet ride where did u get the paddle shifters covers
I got them from eBay 3 years ago I don’t think they make this style anymore I think
3gen and 4gen TL are the best ones
Do you think those hood spacers would help with a short ram intake get cooler air since it sucks in more hot air
Not really under you have tuning that routes the outside air to by the sri
The j series is just a monster 🔥
Where did you get the 12-14 headlights? Couldn’t make out what you said. Beautiful car👌🏽
Thanks I got them from @usrauto check out the video New Headlamps For the 4TH Gen Acura TL @Unique Style Racing style headlamps
ua-cam.com/video/nTvk23bsZZI/v-deo.html
did you need to install resistors for your switchback turn signals? Ive had mine installed for a while on my 09 TL and they hyper flash on the normal signal but have a normal rhythm on the hazards
I have a 09 love it yours looks great
Did you just fit the grill on?? I have a 2011 im looking to do the same thing
Here’s the full conversion video ua-cam.com/video/554f7UKw3Ro/v-deo.htmlsi=D-7SDJD-nqZUmS3Z
That right there is pretty sick!! I’d do this to my Acura too if I could lol
Could you estimate how much all of these mods cost you? I have a 2013 and want to have some fun with it within the next couple years. Hope she's still being dreamy to you! Cheers
Around 7K in mods total
Love the build im starting to work on my 2012 tl! And would love to know where you got your headlights
Thanks 😊! I got them from USRauto.com but they’re currently sold out. They only sell the clear diffuser so you’d have to open your headlights to replace them
@@GarrettMedia thanks you😄! In your opinion what exhaust fits better for the tl ive seen some have borla atak and the one that you have sounds amazing especially that putting my focus on the exhaust but still undecided what to go for
hey bro quick question. hows gas on that thing? im planning on getting one
highway I get around 24mpg city around when driving it slow. City around 19mpg for the SH-awd. Front wheel drive I’m sure it’s gets better mpg
I like your new 🏠 made cold 🥶 air intake setup 😜 but I will be do going the tekeda stage 2🙂 cold ❄️ air intake setup
They gave the nice ass wheels to the 2010 TL but didn’t give them to the 2012 TSX. That’s fucking insane. Cool car btw
How exactly do I order the clear diffuser , do I buy the headlights then the diffuser ? Or are they sold together
Do you think the gas smell would be reduced with a carbon cabin filter? I think that it would, but you'll still get some smell seeping through.
I only smell it with the windows down at a stop
the 2010 front end did you just change the grill to a 2012 or the bumper have to change as well
Here’s the full swap video ua-cam.com/video/554f7UKw3Ro/v-deo.htmlsi=gT0jZT6XRAFENEfk
What happened to the caliper covers you installed? I was thinking about getting something similar
I had to remove them because the stock wheels would rub on the caliper cover and cause it to fall off
If i get the high flow cats , j pipe, and new exhaust put on do I need to immediately tune the car?
Not at all
Dang i have a tlx but kinda wish I picked up one of these bad boys instead
Is there a reason why you switched from the Takeda intake back to stcok?
Just in case someone farts is so real lol. Im getting a 2012 TL soon so this is good to see what I could potentially do to it in the future. Great vid 👍
wow
stunner . its done right
I'm love with acura I'm on my 4th one💪🏾
Seeing you have the ported runners, you have a lot of power to gain from a tune.
This car isn’t made to be modded with power in mind the auto trans isn’t great or fast shifting and with ivtec/vcm you can’t even turbo or supercharge this car unless u put in way more money than it’s worth
@@akush42069 that's what the TLX Type-S is for.
Modding this car is for funsies. We get what we can out of it with realistic goals.
Here’s my custom dyno tune results with numbers 🤙. @adam this j37a4 motor does not have vcm but it does have vtec in both intake and exhaust sides. ua-cam.com/video/_evfKbAQUAU/v-deo.html
front end kinda of has like 3 differrent whites seems like fender, bumper and front lip kit are different colors. clean build though. acura gang... i own 18 tlx aspec shawd
Where’d your say you got the headlights from???
Great explanation of the upgrades and I was wondering do you plan to get an after market fuel injectors, I'm just curious because idk how to find how much cc would be a good for a daily driven tl-sh?
Email p2r he can answer your questions about the injectors they also sell lots of performance parts for the 4GTL
Is the 4th gen have more room than a 3gen? I have a 08 type s but i got two kids now amd I’m pretty tall so I’m considering selling it and gettting one of these
I like your set up, nice mods
I have a 2010 awd sh straight pipe. It sounds like your ticks mine does also any idea why? I think it's its the valves need to get adjusted
what kind of engine mods/tunes would you recommend for the 3.5L TL?
I am getting bc racing cams, pcd rv6, 3.7 intake manifold and throttle body then gonna tune it. Hopefully by next month
Turbo charger
Rv6 pcd, Rv6 JPipe, 3.7 intake manifold, I really like my cold air intake set up it works great ua-cam.com/video/BbP6UhLENJ4/v-deo.html . Ktuner for getting custom dyno tuned for all the mods.
Do you run without the plastic engine bay covers as well?
All day everyday 👍
I love ur car so dope !!!! I have a 09 sh-awd and I wanna do my front end like yours. So to be correct the hole front end is a 2012 font bumper and grill?
Thanks 🙏!! Yes it’s a complete 2012 front end
Nice car man. I think I may pick one up here soon.
Your Sooo lucky you kept your stock intake haha I wish I kept mine haha
There’s always a junkyard you can snatch one there for cheap
True very true
I need to find a Bluetooth module because mine was draining my freaking brand new battery smh
You ever figured out what that noise of the motor is?
Clean bro much props 👍🏽
Thank you 😊
So you can change the 2010 front to 2012... how did you do That ?
Check it out here ua-cam.com/video/554f7UKw3Ro/v-deo.html
My TL's rpm fluctuates are around 1500rpm for some reason 😢. Like 1300-1700 rpm. I've seen it happen in all gears. It's an automatic
Dude how much horsepower do you currently make? When are you gonna get some aftermarket rims for your ride?
Mines making 340 horsepower
Yooo when have you changed the timing belt? When do you recommend
I got mines done at 70k miles. Acura recommend replacing the timing belt at 7years or 100k miles or whenever your #4 service pops up on you maintenance minder
nice vid man. how do you setup 2 step in auto? i have 13 auto SH TECH PACK. w/ ktuner but cant figure out 2 step
The last of its kind
10:10 I think your cars pretty cool to man
Where did you get the body kit from
Got it from sarona website ua-cam.com/video/_U7y23DATiE/v-deo.htmlsi=_2fzLu_uLJ-L6MaL
Where are you from I think I’ve seen your tl !! I have a 2012 tl sh awd 6SPEED ! Lowered . MASS!
Northern Va hit me up on Instagram @garrett_media
Hey buddy front license plate, how u did it????
Bruh sounds amazing wish I could get rid of my cat but California 🤣
Same here bro, it’s not worth it in california lmao
@@kyleraiff8637 I got emissions this year for my TL and 335i 🤣 🤣 no mods haha
Your TL is really nice. Do you have a link for the headlights???
I just added the link to the description box but it looks like they are out of the headlamps currently
Can we see how you do the turn singles the new ones you put on or it’s the same as the 3rd Gen.
I believe they’re the same as the ones I put on my 3GTLS gen
Noice!
You doing any group meets in the spring? I can make a drive from Ohio and bring the TL
There’s usually a DMV TL meet on Instagram that @KurlyTL puts together keep an eye out.
Looks sick man. But that paint match is off from the bumper would drive me insane lol
What are you running for your low beams?
Stock 2012 Low beam bulbs
What happened to this car i noticed the videos stopped ?
I got the 3rd Gen TL that’s why 👍
Your car looks nice man. All you need is either spacers to bring those wheels out a bit or different wheels with less ET. Honda and Acura stock wheels have really crap ET they are all either et55 or max et50 and are so tucked in there.
Thanks I definitely plan on getting different wheels in the future. Focusing on performance for now
how’s driving without traction control? do you ever spin out on turns at high speeds
No spin out yet the car handles pretty good
Is that a serious question…. It sports The best all wheel drive system in the game SH-AWD
Love the tire set up thank god you didn’t go with rubber band tires
Where in VA are you? I'm in Richmond!
This the 5 speed or 6 speed one
This is the 5speed auto. The 09-11 are 5AT and 12-14 are 6at
I got a 2014 shawd fell in love wit it🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼🔥🔥🔥