2022 Acura TLX Type-S | PRL Intercooler and Charge Pipe Performance Upgrade Kit Installation Guard

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In this episode, our team will be installing the All-New PRL upgrade Intercooler and Charge Pipe Kit with step-by-step installation on our 2022 Acura TLX Type-S. As always, they are perfectly engineered and made in the USA.
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@PRLMotorsports 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid, guys - very informative and fun to watch. Thanks for the support!

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure! Love your products!!

@EldePHX 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly not really. Hondas have alway been a pain in the ass to remove the bumpers

@karenshin7674 10 ай бұрын

0:33

@JohnWD40TC02 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job as always guys, looks like a great upgrade and it sounds real nice on the road, it's a joy to watch you and Jon work together everything you do is always done in a professional manner with nothing rushed or forced into place which is how it should be 👏👌👍 John UK.

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John. Nothing better 2 gearheads doing something they loved.

@whyschool1 2 жыл бұрын

From someone learning by a bunch of KZfaq videos, I can definitely say this video is very informative & super entertaining to watch, awesome video guys, keep it up

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!!

@Damnthatscrazy- 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly you guys deserve more viewers I love these, keep it up!

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@closedafterhours 2 жыл бұрын

Wish there was a shop like yours up here in Canada! You guys are extremely talented. This channel is going to blow up!

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@onlythedeuce4579 2 жыл бұрын

Luckily they posted it on KZfaq for you to do yourself.

@laulueher6647 2 жыл бұрын

As always, very awesome video! That PRL intercooler looks real nice!! Looking forward to your next one!

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

@brandonalston6466 Жыл бұрын

I have learned alot about my type s from these videos thanks guys

@Flekr 2 жыл бұрын

That Integra in the back is on point 👌

@Aydolf 2 жыл бұрын

Y’all growing quick! Amazing content as always

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it!!

@jaimeleos5243 Жыл бұрын

I love watching your KZfaq channel You guys just do it like no other 👊

@ahcgarage Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!!

@lafaders 4 ай бұрын

Just ordered mine today! Can’t wait 😎

@bucho9979 2 жыл бұрын

I love these tech to tech Honda/Acura Videoes we do things the way it was meant to be so Professional and I Geek out on this type of Video Much Love

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Right on!

@JayJay-he9bk 2 жыл бұрын

This channel will have 100k subscribers soon. Great content.

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciate it 🙌🏼

@djsthemetereman 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah as a 21 type s owner I agree, I'm constantly looking for upgrades

@lexbraxman9270 Жыл бұрын

What a great mechanic

@tonyg5688 2 жыл бұрын

That interior is amazing

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

It sure is!!

@dbrandon4528 2 жыл бұрын

Love the TLX

@osamahalsaidi2477 2 жыл бұрын

If you painted the “PRL” red instead of black, it would’ve looked cool to match the red brakes and type-s badge

@NathanielDuguid Жыл бұрын

great video also to put trans in sport mode after putting car in sport plus hit the d button youll see the dash say s trans will feel diff try it

@DaRealFreddyJTLXTypeS 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job. Thanks for video. Owner should have swap out filter with the PRL one. I will have to order this kit now after seeing this video. I hate I missed you guys in Bridgewater.

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

We do have a Stage 1 kit incoming. We love PRL stuff. We will be back to Bridgewater, hope to see you next time!!

@budsranit9314 Жыл бұрын

love your work guys wish you were in new york!i would have wanted this done on my tsx! cant trust dealerships in my area😂

@ahcgarage Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@krellerj1111 2 жыл бұрын

Mike must be going crazy with this mod, Cause it’s not OEM!!!😂😂😂😂! Nice job John/Mike

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Haha, probably killing Mike not having Oem labels. But we love PRLs parts, super high quality and made in the US

@freshwhipss33 2 жыл бұрын

That beat was lowkey hard 😂

@michaelburns9762 Ай бұрын

I own a 2021 Acura TLX Type S and I would never put that aftermarket crap on my car. I always get a good chuckle when I see videos like this and hear these modifications being referred to as "upgrades"

@LinuxRacr Жыл бұрын

Holy shit, what an ordeal, but what a difference!!!

@orlandoflores72 11 ай бұрын

I will use red in the intercooler, it's will looks awesome from the outside.

@Blotter_Boy 8 ай бұрын

Solid video! I plan to do this as well as an exaust swap since the aspec rear bumper bolts straight on, get some sound and the look it should of had from jump, have you installed a s-vcm or anything of that nature to keep vcm off to have full engine power at all times? I plan to do that as well

@janikakis 2 жыл бұрын

Love these super long videos... can you guys put timestamps in the future though?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for always tuning in. What do yo mean by timestamps?

@janikakis 2 жыл бұрын

@@ahcgarage Some content creators will have an index and the bottom of the video so we can rewind or revisit a section... like for example a section here could be "unboxing", "unmounting the bumper", "installing the charge pipes"

@imcalebfr 2 жыл бұрын

hopefully someone brings a v6 accord in one day

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Soon 👍🏼

@AaronTzarathe 3 ай бұрын

Can you guys do a walk through of the aspec pro intercooler install?

@JFity50 2 жыл бұрын

I got dibs on Jonathon when i come in for any services at acura‼️

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers!!

@brandonalston6466 Жыл бұрын

Do a video on the jb4 for this car.

@petrgordon2167 2 жыл бұрын

The TLX is more sporty than the Integra, and that's the one I'd buy and put integra on it. The new integra is more luxury than sport body wise.

@MikeHowl 2 жыл бұрын

Do they make one for a TLX 2.0 I4?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Sure does, here's the link: prlmotorsports.com/products/2021-acura-tlx-2-0t-intercooler-upgrade?_pos=3&_sid=7c6641d9d&_ss=r

@prashamkarunanithi9064 Жыл бұрын

Excellent installation for the tlx type s. Can you do more builds and installs for the tlx type s, especially the PMC edition. Tuning, muffler delete,downpipe, oil catch can, cold air intake and dyno results as well. More TLX Type s videos please. Keep up the awesome work.

@edlocurcio6172 2 жыл бұрын

As someone whos waiting for their intercooler to come in this is nice to see. What can i expect to come in the box with said ordered intercooler?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Intercooler kit will comes with the coupling that will connect to the stock pipings

@pavelrokhin7477 Жыл бұрын

@AHCGarage Hi guys! Awesome job, just wonderful! Would you please advise if you install it in Florida and if yes, who I contact to for OEM and PRL or Tein parts installations? Many thanks!

@robdswingingcrypto6228 2 жыл бұрын

Great job guys

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Greatly appreciated

@jakefitness Жыл бұрын

What is the difference between the factory intercooler and the new one? What does it do to the car and how does it help ? I know it helps with cooling and such but I would like specifics comapred to the orignal intercooler.

@Echoes_of_Power 2 жыл бұрын

What's the name of the 1st instrumental. That was fire!!!

@ryanshalley7327 2 жыл бұрын

For sure the rubber trim piece has to be eliminated? PRL description says utilizes factory air ducts/shrouds. Just wondering as mine is in order. Excellent descriptive video!!!!

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@ryanshalley7327 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry should have rephrased that better. Does the rubber piece for sure need to be eliminated?

@MrDeenice101 2 жыл бұрын

Nice vid!! Question does this fit 2022 TLX Aspec

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Check out this link: prlmotorsports.com/products/2021-acura-tlx-2-0t-intercooler-upgrade?_pos=4&_sid=43360f6c3&_ss=r

@Eric-qx7fg 2 жыл бұрын

what happened to the white FK8? Loved the build, such a shame...

@Malukofix 2 жыл бұрын

beautiful job ...but one question after I put that intercooler on it is it necessary to tune dyno it or is it not necessary

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

No Ecu calibration required

@jossiroystonsirait.9535 2 жыл бұрын

Ok good very good.

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@ParaSwarm 2 жыл бұрын

Are you guys located in Houston? I'd drive down there to have you do this to my Type S! I'm afraid of someone else messing this install up (including myself) after watching this.

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

We are in South Florida

@pablomatias4664 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video guys, looks great that modification but you didn't say how many hp and pounds feet of torque increase the car with this

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

This is a strictly installation guide video. We will have more video in the near future covering that

@pablomatias4664 2 жыл бұрын

@@ahcgarage thanks for answer me, i will wait for those videos keep doing that kind of content i love it

@gs225109 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! When will you upgrade the TURBOand DOWNPIPE????

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

At the moment, there's none available

@scottanders5333 Жыл бұрын

Hey , what cat-back exhaust do you recommend for the type s ?

@shawcobra 2 жыл бұрын

So is upgrading the inter-cooler on the TLX just a straight upgrade, or are there some downsides to changing the factory cooler to an aftermarket one?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

We can't see any downside on the upgraded intercooler, specially if you live in hot climate like South Florida

@evans.2944 11 ай бұрын

You think we can see a dunk after any new mods you do to the TLX?

@Ledwinl0718 11 ай бұрын

Wondering if this fit to the MDX TYPE S

@prm5798 2 жыл бұрын

Can you guys provide a link to the bumper clip removal tool that John is using? Thanks

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Great one. We have just updated the description for that tool. Here's the link: amzn.to/3wXVMj1

@number1anonymous 2 жыл бұрын

Can you guys do any Rdx aspec video?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

We should have one in the coming months. Here's one of our previous RDX's video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jJZmq5eWtKnSdIE.html

@alucarus6 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone know if those wheels will fit on the new MDX? Those are such a clean design.

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Yes they will

@frederickchan615 Жыл бұрын

I would recommend a wire mesh behind the bumper grille opening to protect the intercooler from rocks and debris damage...

@201.briann Жыл бұрын

Can this prl intercooler work on the Tlx Aspec?

@Johnny-ie2dc 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Guys, get video. I have to ask why PRL over the other manufacturers? I have a 2020 Accord and have been think of intercooler and down pipes and intake upgrades. Thanks in advance

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

We have been using PRL's products for a while and love the fitment and finishes. They engineered their products very well to the specific vehicle. As you can see on this one, they are perfect.

@paoge303 2 жыл бұрын

Are you guys doing anything else for the blue tlx aspec?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Coming soon with some PRL goodies

@bigmountain7561 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mike Hey Jonathan, great video. Would you be interested in doing that same build if I bought one from your dealer? Sarasota is not far from the bay doors.

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Shoot us an email: AcuraHondaClassic@gmail.com

@glennc100 2 жыл бұрын

Does this fit the MDX type S? If not, will PRL be coming out with a MDX version?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

MDX-S is currently under development, stay tuned for that video on our channel

@TexxasPapi Жыл бұрын

Just bought a new 2023 Type s and i already want to do this lol but i don’t want my warranty to get drawn

@ahcgarage Жыл бұрын

Can’t blame you 😁

@Livingsurfer_4 Жыл бұрын

When can I bring my Acura in and you do the same thing to mine?

@Livingsurfer_4 Жыл бұрын

I already have the parts

@133levi 2 жыл бұрын

Will you be taking this car to the dyno to see what gains it’s made.

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Soon

@casawimill Жыл бұрын

Would this complete kit work on my MDX Type S given the engines are similar?

@ahcgarage Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately this kit will not work on the MDX-S

@andrewmoreno7193 Жыл бұрын

Did you guys reuse the rubber o ring gasket for the intercooler??

@ahcgarage Жыл бұрын

Yes

@lafaders 4 ай бұрын

I just got mine today, would you guys be able to install it for me?

@djsthemetereman Жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about doing this, I've already got high flow catts & full cat back exhaust plus K tuner, so I'm curious what kind of gains I can obtain from installing one of these

@mgw-arajhd3014 Жыл бұрын

K tuner V2?

@djsthemetereman Жыл бұрын

@@mgw-arajhd3014 Yes & it's been a blast

@alienbytecomputers8685 Ай бұрын

How Much for a Install on this....I have 2023 Tlx Type S does it fit this year model?

@xhondaboii305x Жыл бұрын

I thought TLX had 2 throttle body because of twin turbo or it’s single turbo ??

@ahcgarage Жыл бұрын

It’s single turbo

@V10Killer2JayZee 2 жыл бұрын

I think these can be tuned with a jb4

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

JB4 is a piggy back system

@stirtonpttrsn4 2 жыл бұрын

Hey,so I could do the same for the MDX type s?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

MDX-S is currently in the works. Should be available in the coming months.

@imcnblu 2 жыл бұрын

Phewwww... 9,000 screws, clips, pieces of plastic and other stuff just to take the front bumper off. That's why I like old school Hondas. Four bolts, six screws and the bumper of my DA is on the ground in under five minutes. I'd hate to schedule two weeks of vacation time just to swap an intercooler. 🤣

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Haha, due to the complexity of the safety regulation and advance technology, there's a lot jammed into these used to be simple components.

@imcnblu 2 жыл бұрын

@@ahcgarage Lol. Yeah. Truth be told, I don't totally dislike working on the newer ones. It's fun to stay up to date. I just greatly prefer the older stuff. The only downside there is that genuine parts are becoming almost impossible to find. :(

@Thats_X_ 2 жыл бұрын

Does PRL have a aftermarket pipe from air box to manifold?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Are you referring to intake system? If so, they do offer an Stage one intake system, here's the link: prlmotorsports.com/products/2021-acura-tlx-type-s-stage-1-intake-system?_pos=4&_sid=0b4039895&_ss=r

@Thats_X_ 2 жыл бұрын

@@ahcgarage i am referring to the pipe from the air filter box connected to the intake manifold that looks oem. I was curious if prl had made one to replace the the oem.

@jerusalem6559 Жыл бұрын

Bro, great great job, but I disagree with you on one thing… this is definitely not a diy job unless that person does what you do for a living 😄

@samsalma72 2 жыл бұрын

Hey guys what would this set up run with install?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Intercooler is MSRP at $1149.99 and Charge Pipe Kit is TBA. They do have a 10% off Memorial Day Special. Full links are in the description

@ibleejtxivzoo7856 Жыл бұрын

Big Turbo upgrade next please

@lafaders 4 ай бұрын

Could I hire you guys to install for me?

@pawg206 2 жыл бұрын

Funny thing about these type of cars is that’s all you can do. There’s no turbo upgrade or bigger intake manifold. Always a set limited.

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

For the moment, but soon aftermarket support will be available

@robertragland6084 Жыл бұрын

P2R has ported intake manifold, throttle body, ported heads

@pawg206 Жыл бұрын

@@robertragland6084 that’s pretty much it. Unless we have more grassroots racer willing to go above and beyond I don’t see to much aftermarket support for high horsepower.

@robertragland6084 Жыл бұрын

@@pawg206 with ported heads, custom downpipe and Exhaust (many shops can do them locally) PRL working on charging pipes for intercooler, ( I have MDX TYPE S) k & N drop in filter, jb4 tune (with Ktuner coming soon) I can see 500hp coming, which is more on par with the weight of these vehicles...because the handling and overall feel of the vehicle is to most of our likings....Higher hp vehicles of course can be had, for 90k or more 😀

@pawg206 Жыл бұрын

@@robertragland6084 not really, you can buy a base gt mustang for 40k and a whipple supercharger kit for 11k and with tune it’ll make 800whp on pump gas. Not near 90k. And about the same weight as the TLX.

@reeda.1105 Жыл бұрын

what song is playing at 07:00>

@project.dfilms423 2 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers!!

@itsstuck1688 Жыл бұрын

Can this be done to a regular A-Spec?

@ahcgarage Жыл бұрын

Yes, they offered the same for the 2.0T

@ambassador8716 2 жыл бұрын

And where is the comparative measurement of acceleration from 0-60, 0-100? Where is the difference before and after?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

We need to get that Car and Driver gears

@CalisRemedy 2 жыл бұрын

Can the type-s be tuned for more horsepower

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

JB4 has very promising result already but it's not a fully tuned system. K-tuner should be available very soon

@leecook7904 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting how small this intercooler is compared to b9 S4 aftermarket from Wagner. This one is tiny.

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

We are sure there are plenty of factory R&D to the stock intercooler, but PRL upgraded intercooler definitely more efficient specially in the hotter climate

@toddd.9433 2 жыл бұрын

1.5k mod... drops stock air filter in.. im gonna get one of these.. thx for the headsup...

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Once K-Tuner able to get into the ECU, these car will be a beast after a tune

@samphom4121 2 жыл бұрын

Will that work for 22 mdx type s as well?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

They will not. However, they are already in the development for the MDX-S. We will have coverage video also once becomes available. Stay tuned.

@samphom4121 2 жыл бұрын

@@ahcgarage thanks

@user-bw1if3oi4g 2 жыл бұрын

Can i do the same to my mdx type s?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

MDX-S will be different and they are currently under development. We will have a video on that as soon it becomes available

@FarikoBezacq Жыл бұрын

Whats is that tool?? 5:19

@DigitalChaoS Жыл бұрын

Do you guys offer services for those who want this installed on their type-s? Is this installed on mine.

@ahcgarage Жыл бұрын

Shoot us an email: AcuraHondaClassic@gmail.com

@DigitalChaoS Жыл бұрын

@@ahcgarage oh wow, thanks for the quick response

@MyGodzilla33 2 жыл бұрын

dose it add more horse power?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

We have yet to finalize the dyno result but it will definitely get some performance enhancement in terms of horsepower

@georgegomez7173 2 жыл бұрын

😁👍

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

🙌🏼🙌🏼

@georgeantonio4940 2 жыл бұрын

300 things just to removed a front bumper 😩🤦🏽‍♂️ miss old design, so easy

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

New advance technology requires some complexity

@Shane-zx4ps 2 жыл бұрын

@@ahcgarage. You would think technology moving forward would make things simpler with less complexity.

@ronburgundy4375 2 жыл бұрын

You're right that is a bit excessive

@ronburgundy4375 2 жыл бұрын

@@ahcgarage a 14 piece front fascia isn't advanced technology lmao, advancing tech isn't about making it more complex literally at all lmfao.

@Slezd 2 жыл бұрын

That's why I changed from mechanics to autobody,Smith south Bronx.89 of 89.

@TonyP.Photos 2 жыл бұрын

😍😍😘😘

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

👊🏼👊🏼

@TheAkyles23 2 жыл бұрын

How many hp gain with this upgrade?

@ahcgarage 2 жыл бұрын

We have yet to dyno it

@jaxketchum Жыл бұрын

Yeet🎉

@cooleye8887 Жыл бұрын

Lol so that intercooler is supposed to give you extra horsepower by cooling it BUT... at the same time I'll make the car front HEAVIER !!! ... unless it weigh less than the stock one ? The PRL description didnt mention anything about their intercooler being lighter though.