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Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 05-10-2022, 05:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,890
Posted By BluePhoeniX
I'm no expert at anything like this, but my dad...

I'm no expert at anything like this, but my dad who is a machinist always taught me that if you can make something then you can fix it too...!! That mindset led me to the wonderful world of DIY auto...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 05-10-2022, 08:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,890
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Wow... if they can rebuild KONI shocks they...

Wow... if they can rebuild KONI shocks they probably can rebuild OEM shocks also!! I'm gonna call them and inquire!!
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 05-09-2022, 11:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,890
Posted By BluePhoeniX
The part about this that makes the least sense is...

The part about this that makes the least sense is the fact that G1 struts are still available everywhere!!! I'm sure someone can remanufacture struts though... I can't imagine it being too difficult...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 05-08-2022, 07:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,890
Posted By BluePhoeniX
STRUTS OF ANY KIND...!!!

OK so while I don't need them immediately it appears that LITERALLY NOBODY is making G2 struts anymore!! No more KYBs, no more KONIs, no more MONROE, no more Bilstein, certainly no more OEM, no...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 06-26-2021, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,662
Posted By BluePhoeniX
As crazy as this sounds, I was looking for the...

As crazy as this sounds, I was looking for the SKF bearing, part #FW147 according to the SKF parts catalog. I figured since SKF is the largest bearing manufacturer in the world their products are...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 02-20-2021, 01:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,662
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Wheel Bearing Model Number

Does anyone know the aftermarket Koyo Seiko model number for the 2G Legend's front wheel bearings? Koyo doesn't appear to have a parts finder, but ebay is selling Koyo wheel bearings that allegedly...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 02-20-2021, 01:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,172
Posted By BluePhoeniX
I know this is an old thread, but when I pulled...

I know this is an old thread, but when I pulled into an Acura dealer about a year ago to get a new key made for my fresh Legend Coupe, the guy trying to sell me on a new car mistakenly said "without...
Forum: OEM Parts 02-01-2020, 06:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,141
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Welp I'm sold. How do we do this transaction for...

Welp I'm sold. How do we do this transaction for the injectors?
Forum: OEM Parts 01-26-2020, 05:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,141
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Are you selling all six injectors in good usable...

Are you selling all six injectors in good usable order? Do you have the coupe driver's side door switch assembly for sale? I'm also looking for a key fob for keyless entry if it's not ruined. Thanks!
Forum: OEM Parts 10-04-2019, 08:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,325
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Mods please close this thread. I found the door...

Mods please close this thread. I found the door handle I need on ebay.
Forum: OEM Parts 09-16-2019, 06:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,325
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Alrighty. Anyone else?

Alrighty. Anyone else?
Forum: OEM Parts 09-16-2019, 04:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,325
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Cool. Can you post pics of them? How's the chrome...

Cool. Can you post pics of them? How's the chrome plating on the latches? How do I send you money?
Forum: OEM Parts 09-15-2019, 06:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,325
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Black Passenger Side Door Handle

I'm looking for Part #72120-SP0-A03ZA, a graphite black passenger side door handle. I'll take the driver's side too for the right price if available (72160-SP1-013ZA). I've got a '91 coupe Charcoal...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 11-01-2018, 01:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,903
Posted By BluePhoeniX
So it doesn't appear that we can get dealer or...

So it doesn't appear that we can get dealer or AISIN water pumps anymore. What brand of water pump does everyone use now?? Are those Contitech Pro Plus kits a solid choice for belts and pumps?? They...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 11-01-2018, 01:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,034
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Same here. Everytime I buy a Legend I have my...

Same here. Everytime I buy a Legend I have my dealers cut brand new master and valet keys from new blanks I get from Acuraoemparts.com or similar. They cut from the VIN and NOT the worn out key I get...
Forum: OEM Parts 08-24-2017, 02:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,750
Posted By BluePhoeniX
The hood was $50 at the LKQ. In fact, I got the...

The hood was $50 at the LKQ. In fact, I got the whole lot of pars for $145 (including a special discount).

My body shop guy is giving me shit though about how it's "no good" because it's bowed...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 08-21-2017, 02:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,564
Posted By BluePhoeniX
BHG Repair?

Anyone got any recommendations in the Baltimore, MD area for a mechanic shop that will tackle a BHG repair on my Type II coupe?? It needs new head gaskets, an EGR system cleaning, new valve stem...
Forum: OEM Parts 08-21-2017, 01:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,750
Posted By BluePhoeniX
This thread can be closed. I was able to locate...

This thread can be closed. I was able to locate everything I need at the local yard! Thanks!!
Forum: OEM Parts 08-15-2017, 05:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,750
Posted By BluePhoeniX
G2 Coupe Hood, Bumper Cover, and headlights/markers

If you're in the DC/Baltimore Maryland area and have 'em at the right price I will come take a look at them. If I like them I will immediately purchase on the spot and take them away.

Specifically...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 08-05-2017, 05:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,230
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Where are you located? How much are you asking...

Where are you located? How much are you asking for it??
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 07-29-2017, 09:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,230
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Sweet I just messaged him. I will also look into...

Sweet I just messaged him. I will also look into Caliber Collision as well. Thanks!!

Any more suggestions are quite welcome!!
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 07-28-2017, 02:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,230
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Body Shops in Maryland??

Anybody know of any Legend-friendly body shops in Maryland, particularly the Baltimore area?? My beloved 1991 coupe was in a frontend collision with an idiot who decided to make a left turn across 3...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 04-09-2014, 04:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 917
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Wow I never knew folks from this forum were so...

Wow I never knew folks from this forum were so close! Catonsville and Laurel are certainly plenty close enough, and I would of course choose the saving pennies route over spending millions of dollars...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 04-05-2014, 07:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 917
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Baltimore Area Legend Mechanics?

Hey I'm wondering if anyone on this forum is in or around the Baltimore, Maryland area? I'm also looking for a reputable Legend enthusiast who can do maintenance.

I've got a valve stem seal job...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 04-05-2014, 07:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,649
Posted By BluePhoeniX
OK well crazy enough, I've pretty much been...

OK well crazy enough, I've pretty much been driving the car daily like this ever since I started this thread (and I still do). I'm pretty sure it's the valve stem seals that need replacing because...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 12-22-2012, 03:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,613
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Hah... Well I fixed mine, and the problem was...

Hah... Well I fixed mine, and the problem was quite interesting to say the least. I will note that you do not have to remove the bottom steering wheel cover. Just move it out of the way when...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 12-22-2012, 08:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,613
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Well I've actually found a DIY to fix the switch...

Well I've actually found a DIY to fix the switch on the other forum. Seems there's a small spring inside the thing that gets worn out and starts failing to put pressure on the contacts when...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 12-21-2012, 09:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,613
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Headlight Switch

Hello everyone:

I am having a highly annoying issue with my headlight switch and would like to know if anyone has had this issue before and how did they fix it. here goes:

Light Switch position...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 09-10-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,649
Posted By BluePhoeniX
ok so we verified that the plug is in fact firing...

ok so we verified that the plug is in fact firing correctly, the timing is on point, and everything appears perfectly fine. There's just no difference in how the engine sounds when the #5 plug is...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 09-10-2012, 09:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,649
Posted By BluePhoeniX
No. How do I do a compression test?

No. How do I do a compression test?
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 09-10-2012, 08:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,649
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Here's a weird and/or interesting thought... Does...

Here's a weird and/or interesting thought... Does this car have a knock sensor on it that would make adjustments to keep the engine running relatively smooth even if a cylinder is not working?
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 09-10-2012, 08:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,649
Posted By BluePhoeniX
No question (on this forum at least) is too dumb,...

No question (on this forum at least) is too dumb, as the simplest things are the most often overlooked.

The wires are in the correct firing order. The fuel injector is working because when I...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 09-10-2012, 07:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,649
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Alright so continuity between the resistor and...

Alright so continuity between the resistor and the engine harness checks out good for that cylinder. I'm pretty stumped but I'm gonna throw in another spark plug just to see what happens...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 09-10-2012, 06:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,649
Posted By BluePhoeniX
I don't affirmatively KNOW that for sure. I'm...

I don't affirmatively KNOW that for sure. I'm just going on the fact that since I do know the spark plug is igniting (I saw it), then if there were fuel there to ignite there'd be no problem because...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 09-09-2012, 08:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,649
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Cylinder Fail?

Im having a rather weird issue with my number 5 cylinder (front middle). A couple weeks ago it conked out and is not firing. Plugs check out, spark plugs fully functioning, switched the ECU out,...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 03-22-2012, 12:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,554
Posted By BluePhoeniX
See I would be more inclined to believe this if I...

See I would be more inclined to believe this if I hadn't already heard single-driver full range speakers that can get it done. Besides, the Bose 901s referenced in the first post are composed of...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 03-18-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,590
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Heh... I remember back when I had something...

Heh... I remember back when I had something similar to this problem when I first got my 90 coupe back in 2006. Turns out that some moron stuffed toilet paper in its drain holes. To this day I still...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 03-18-2012, 05:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,554
Posted By BluePhoeniX
The Legend Bose system is interesting to say the...

The Legend Bose system is interesting to say the least. It can in fact take a LOT of punishment and still come back for more. However I quickly discerned the system's limitations and they are very...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 11-12-2011, 08:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,851
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Heh... I did the timing belt/water pump job about...

Heh... I did the timing belt/water pump job about a year and a month ago, so even if it did, such a warranty needs not apply.

The good news is that the Legend is running good as new now. By the...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 11-11-2011, 06:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,851
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Well thankfully there wasn't much in the way of...

Well thankfully there wasn't much in the way of "carnage" per se... It was just ball bearings that were scattered all over the timing gears and such (plus I didn't take pics... I was more interested...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 11-11-2011, 03:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,851
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Well this particular tensioner was made by the...

Well this particular tensioner was made by the same company that makes the OEM timing belt for the Legend, and I certainly paid a premium over what I thought was the "cheap" $35 Koyo one. (Koyo makes...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 11-11-2011, 11:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,851
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Tensioner Fail!

So has anyone ever had a timing belt tensioner malfunction and explode into pieces before? I'm in the middle of a surprise timing belt job right now because my allegedly top of the line Gates...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 10-08-2011, 07:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,260
Posted By BluePhoeniX
That reminds me. One thing I noticed was that if...

That reminds me. One thing I noticed was that if you use tooooooo much force to try and pinch out those clips then you're working against yourself. The cylinder won't come up because you're holding...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 10-08-2011, 07:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,260
Posted By BluePhoeniX
It's actually true that someone tampered with my...

It's actually true that someone tampered with my door at some point. The plastic is all ripped, and the clips in the trim are all stupid now. It's as if some knucklehead put the car in the shop to...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 10-07-2011, 01:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,260
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Final Update: My door is completely fixed now....

Final Update: My door is completely fixed now. Somehow my dad was able to magically pry off the inner door trim with the door locked shut, reach inside with a strong metal rod, and then push the...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 10-07-2011, 10:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,260
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Well I am happy to say that I replaced both door...

Well I am happy to say that I replaced both door handles (it was rather easy, actually) and all systems are officially go... or at least they were for about 10 minutes.

First off, the original...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 10-06-2011, 02:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,260
Posted By BluePhoeniX
LOL nope!! I was definitely rolling down the...

LOL nope!! I was definitely rolling down the windows to exit the car before this situation occurred!! I figured if it ain't broke don't fix it... (or somethin) and then it all broke... so now I'm...
Forum: OEM Parts 10-06-2011, 01:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,687
Posted By BluePhoeniX
I have obtained by new door handles. Turns out...

I have obtained by new door handles. Turns out that both the inside and outside handles are discontinued, so for everyone else whose door handles break, hopefully your junk yard inventories them....
Forum: OEM Parts 09-28-2011, 09:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,687
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Driver's Side Exterior Door Handle (90 LS coupe)

I'm looking to buy a door handle for my 1990 Legend LS coupe. It's the driver's side exterior handle, and I need it in Sirius White Pearl if possible. However anyone who has one in any color, please...
Forum: 1st Gen. Legend General Discussion 09-28-2011, 09:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,260
Posted By BluePhoeniX
Well actually, as far as that job goes, it's...

Well actually, as far as that job goes, it's turning out that getting the door open was very much the "easy" part. The tough part is locating a replacement for the outer door handle. Here's an...
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