i was thinking about doin the cali conversion on my 2000 teg, i was wondering costs on the lights and how it all works...any re-wireing involved? or any other major adjustments i should know about

 

I was thinking about doing this to my car as well.
This is what your talking about right? The Cali Type R?

or the Cali Thunder.

or the Cali Bomb


You need to be more specific when you say Cali conversion.
I got these from http://www.andysautosport.com/acura.html
The lights are mounted to the bumper so you dont have to hassle with welding the mounting brackets to the frame. Also it fits perfect that way.
The kits run about $1500



[Modified by Fooser, 9:10 PM 4/9/2002]

 

your car looks awesome good job on suping it up!

 

Not my car just models for the conversion the guys asking about.

 

No re-wiring, unless you plan on using Supra corners for your blinkers. You might have to extend the wires to your headlights. Make sure whoever you buy it from makes the kit right and gaurantee's against a resin rich bumper. I'm totally against it after getting mine, too much money, and for what? So I look agressive and fast but I'm not that fast

 

looks very nice, 14.7 ain't bad man, u have a good all around car ;D
good job

 

THNX A lot of ppl on here don't feel the same way, but to each his own

 

it actually uses the headlights from the acura cl. looks fugly imo

save your money and buy some go fast.

shouldn't this be in the appearence forum

 

My friend did the Cali type R on his '96 GSR. It looks like ish IMHO... With the kit, headlights, installation, and everything, he was in for like 3 grand... Not a very wise investment in my mind... Again IMHO...

 

SO

"Those headlights add about 5 horsepower each, right?" (sarcastic)
hmmm...imo that is fugly, why dont you keep your car the way it is, if you want to change it change it to JDM front end...the "cali" converstion looks straight night riders style...a def.... 2

my.02


[Modified by AcuraRacer112, 10:38 PM 4/9/2002]

 

Everyone has a right to a opinion.

If thats the kit the guy likes then he should get it. Am I right? I dunno its just funny how he asks a question about a kit and you guys just come in and say its "fugly".

 

Quote: why dont you keep your car the way it is, if you want to change it change it to JDM front end...the "cali" converstion

I second that but actually IMHO with that much money to spend your askin for a Drag3 I'd rather have Drag3 than go with the conversion
to each to their own taste good luck with your plans.

 

i found the kit for 600$ at http://www.asylumms.com but i want the wings west side skirts and yes i want the cali type r one....was wondering prices on paint and installation...but thx for the answers on the rewiring....and is there any other major adjustments?


[Modified by tweet20, 11:08 PM 4/9/2002]

 

i really like the look of your car i wanted the cali type r front though....the only ques i have is how much is your car lowered and what you use...casue i dont want to slam mine and **** up the front end everywhere i got and u look like you have nice clearence

 

here's the mod list:

- 17' Konig Subzero White
- 205/40/17Z Kumho Tires
- Eibach Pro-Kit
- Koni Yellow Adjustables
- Neuspeed Strut Tie Bar
- B&M Edge Short Shifter
- B&M Fuel Pressure Gauge and Regulator
- AcAutodesigns Custom Ram Air Intake
- Greddy Evolution Exhaust
- DC Sports 4-2-1 SS Header
- MSD Blaster 2 Coil and MSD Pro Mod. Distributor
- Prothane Motor Mount inserts and Shifter stabilizer bushings
- Timing Retarded to 15deg.
- PowerSlot Slotted Rotors
- AEM Brake Pads
- Goodridge SS Brakelines
- Cali Type-R Bomb Kit w/ 3pc.
- Nos kit 5122
- Nos Remote bottle opener
- Nos Bottle Heater

 

or the Cali Thunder.


This should be re-named the Cali Blunder.

This post should be in the appearance forum.

Tom

 

In my opinion, this "kit" is worse than altezzas, and costs a helluva lot more. Some kid around here actually has one, and it looks f***king horrible. For the record though, the person with the black teg' (teggerLS) that posted their pics has by far the best looking one Ive seen.

 

You know what popped into my head when I read this???

Anyone ever see Caddyshack w/ Rodney Dangerfield?? when he's in the golf shop and he see's that plaid hat and says my god this is the ugliest thing I've ever seen, and then he see's the guy in the store w/ it on staring at him...and he says...But it looks good on you though...ROFLMAO!!!!!


[Modified by TeggerLS, 7:31 PM 4/9/2002]


[Modified by TeggerLS, 7:40 PM 4/9/2002]

 

Cali Conversion is nasty... Total rice, and ugly... For $1,500 get better suspension or OEM kit, and some cams.

 

i got mine for $500. did alittle modifications because i had an intercooler. its pretty easy. just mount the lights on the bumper and slap that baby on.. make sure it fits right... thats the major mod of it all. or you can do it the other way and weld the lights on. i rather go with a s14 or OEM JDM conversion.

the cali typeR conversion is played out. thats why i SOLD it.

 

Two words:

ghetto fabulous.

 

Car looks good. 3K is a little much I'd spend on something cosmetic, but if you like it then cool

 

When doing kits and such keep in mind the resale value of the vehicle (unless you plan to keep it for ever and a day).

 

Japanese Conversion is better.

 

Either get the JDM or silvia s14 conversion, I love the headlights on s14s, and they look alot better on a teg than cl headlights.