AlpineBoost
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Just sold my '22 Veloster N and picked up a '23 Kona N. Currently working on getting a FL5. How does it compare to the VN?2023 Civic Type R, 2018 Civic Type R, 2006 S2000, 2022 Veloster N, 22 RDX (not pictured)
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My other car is a 2004 VW R32.
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They're still very different from each other. I made some changes to the VN which really made a great difference in handling. I added Whiteline 24mm front and rear sway bars and Elantra N front lower control arms which are internally boxed from the factory. The greater stiffness of these really helped in front end feel and responsiveness. I have-2.2 degrees negative camber in the front and -2.0 in the rear. This car is so much better than it has a right to be! I also added an AFE CAI with a Velossa Tech snorkel, a Forge Motorsports intercooler and upgrade piping kit with a GFB BOV, and a Scorpion open downpipe...no tune yet but she runs quite well now! I'm very happy with it overall. It's the 1st brand of car that I've purchased outside of Honda since 1997! I only have just over 400 miles on the 23 R so I'll know more as I get more seat time. I'm planning to set that up very similarly to my 18 Type R. I have alot done to the 18 too so...
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Its soo good. Smooth, refined (ST) yet sporty handling and 45 mpg highway. I have that one cvt so nice smooth drive to work then the Type R for nights and weekends. The only gripe ai have on the ST is lack of adjustable lumbar.
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Fun to ogle too! 
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We have a Kia Sorento 2016.
I won't speak rudely about it since we still own it but my goodness. I assure you'll never own a Hyundai/Kia/Genesis from here on out.
We are looking to replace it but we are not in agreement with what that will be.
I won't speak rudely about it since we still own it but my goodness. I assure you'll never own a Hyundai/Kia/Genesis from here on out.
We are looking to replace it but we are not in agreement with what that will be.
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Are you looking for a similar type vehicle?
CTR
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I recently traded my 2017 Toyota Tacoma for a 2020 Lexus GX 460. Such a smooth and luxurious ride! It's definitely a boat and doesn't handle well. When I jump in my FL5 the suspension is extra stiff by comparison. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a V8 family rig that can tow more than a 4Runner.
After getting my car in Championship White this January I decided to paint match my 2022 Honda Grom. I think it turned out pretty nice! I matched the stickers in red to the emblems on the car. I plan on sharing more in a build thread in the future as I think might own one of the first of this generation in this paint code.
I’ll share photos of my FC RX-7 in the future when I get some good shots!
After getting my car in Championship White this January I decided to paint match my 2022 Honda Grom. I think it turned out pretty nice! I matched the stickers in red to the emblems on the car. I plan on sharing more in a build thread in the future as I think might own one of the first of this generation in this paint code.
I’ll share photos of my FC RX-7 in the future when I get some good shots!
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2018 Honda Accord EX-L. 2.0T, 10AT. My wife's car.
It has a Sport Mode that changes the shifting a lot and the steering and throttle response a little.
It's got pretty good power (252HP). But, it's best at highway cruising. In tenth gear the engine is turning 1900 RPM at 80 MPH.
The trans will do direct shifts from 10th to 6th for kicking down to pass.
You can use the paddle shifters if you want to play more.
It has a Sport Mode that changes the shifting a lot and the steering and throttle response a little.
It's got pretty good power (252HP). But, it's best at highway cruising. In tenth gear the engine is turning 1900 RPM at 80 MPH.
The trans will do direct shifts from 10th to 6th for kicking down to pass.
You can use the paddle shifters if you want to play more.
johnny.silva7
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Owned an AP1 S2K, Prelude SH, RSX, and DC2 Integra in the past. Then took a hiatus of JDM to go USDM with a Gen V Viper. I had an itch to go add an S2K to the stable, but couldn't find the "right" one. Then recently added an R as a practical daily. I'm beyond happy with the combo.
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