New NSX a go-Down the Road

NetViper · 1 February 2005

White92 said:
I hadn't read that article before, but I've heard similar stuff from the local Acura rep right about the same time.

Here is the link if you want to read it.

http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/Media/magazines/sci9812.htm

TC · 1 February 2005

White92 said:
I hadn't read that article before, but I've heard similar stuff from the local Acura rep right about the same time. He told me it was also done, but they were perfecting the suspension before they released it. If that's the case, it ought to handle pretty nice if it takes 6-7 years to tune the suspension!

You guys have me LOL!

White92 · 1 February 2005

That was a good read. Thanks for the link. Some of the stuff mentioned came true though. They talked about bringing a limited edition Type S version over. That came true the next year in the form of the Zanardi. Other than that......?

ChopsJazz · 12 February 2005

effer said:
I think it is time for us to do something.

What about a petition in which we could find an explicative letter like TC wrote?

Magazines and Honda won't definately be comfortable to ignore such an action

I'll sign it. As long as we make sure definitely is spelled correctly. :wink: Sorry, pet peeve.

Zanardi 50 · 20 February 2005

White94 said:
- cut costs by automated assembly (they can do it with the S2k)

I thought the S2k's are also hand assembled? I've seen pics of both the NSX and S2000's being put together under the same roof, and AFAIK the Tochigi plant has no assembly line(s).

http://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?act=module&module=gallery&cmd=sc&cat=48

BTW all other new enhancement/refresh considerations suggested by White94 makes perfect sense and should keep the current model afloat in the sportscar marketplace for a little bit longer. But is Fukui taking notes?

Cheers

apapada · 20 February 2005

NetViper said:
I think it would be sweet as hell if Honda launched a 2006 NSX update with a 450HP turbo V6 or the Mugen 4.0 L V8 for a final year before the new car (if there is one).

It is my understanding that a new v8 engine is being under development which will end up across many vehicles in the Honda/Acura product line (kinda like the 3.5 V6 is today). There will be something about that new v8 that will be revolutionary, but I have no clue what it is going to be (hybrid power probably). The need for Honda to have a v8 has become more and more evident since they launched the Pilot and now the Ridgeline. The lack of a v8 engine has also been a long time complaint about the Acura RL's. I guess time will tell. :wink:

W · 21 February 2005

I kind don't really care about HP because the aftermarket will help bridge the gap. What I'm most concerned with is that the next NSX is probably going to be way too heavy.

NetViper · 21 February 2005

apapada said:
It is my understanding that a new v8 engine is being under development which will end up across many vehicles in the Honda/Acura product line (kinda like the 3.5 V6 is today). There will be something about that new v8 that will be revolutionary, but I have no clue what it is going to be (hybrid power probably). The need for Honda to have a v8 has become more and more evident since they launched the Pilot and now the Ridgeline. The lack of a v8 engine has also been a long time complaint about the Acura RL's. I guess time will tell. :wink:

It has to be frustrating for Honda that no matter how good the new RL is, the press criticizes it for the lack of a V8. But rightly so. ALL of its competitors at least give the option of a V8. It is long past time Honda to step up to the plate and deliver an engine that the public OBVIOUSLY wants.

I am still not holding my breath.

I don't see why hybrids are needed though. With Displacement-on-demand technology, the V8's are not bad on fuel.

NetViper · 21 February 2005

W said:
I kind don't really care about HP because the aftermarket will help bridge the gap. What I'm most concerned with is that the next NSX is probably going to be way too heavy.

That certainly seems to be the trend among sports cars, however, the new Z06 is breaking that trend.

NSXLuvr · 22 February 2005

I've given up on Honda. I kept waiting for the 2nd gen NSX to come. I waited for 2 years and finally gave up. I bought a NSX. Its a keeper. However, the my next car is going be a C6 Z06 or a GT3. Instead of waisting my time trying to convince Honda to update the NSX, I will let my $$ do the talking.. I am going to give my business to somebody else. There are plenty of other cars to pick from.

S2NSX · 25 February 2005

White94 said:
- source a low boost intercooled SC/TC as standard equipment (a la Miata)

Personally I don't think Honda will go the FI route. They will find the power upgrade the NA way. FI is just not Honda's 'philosophy'. Either way it will be interesting.

nsxtacey · 25 February 2005

S2NSX said:
Personally I don't think Honda will go the FI route. They will find the power upgrade the NA way. FI is just not Honda's 'philosophy'. Either way it will be interesting.

April's Motor Trend says the new RDX will be honda's first not for racing turbo engine.

effer · 25 February 2005

ChopsJazz said:
I'll sign it. As long as we make sure definitely is spelled correctly. :wink: Sorry, pet peeve.

:smile:

You difinitily made a point!

Seriously, I thank you to point out my mistakes because your beautiful language isn't my first one but I try to make improvement and I'd love to be only half as fluent as I am in my first language.

In doing so you help me a lot and I don't get offended by such attention.

BTW since I'm not totally aware of all the English idiomatic, what is exactly the meaning of saying pet peeve? It seems to be a funny metaphorical image...

Am I near?

You consider me as an irritating stupid animal !!! :smile: :smile:

Regards,

Effer

effer · 25 February 2005

nsxtacey said:
April's Motor Trend says the new RDX will be honda's first not for racing turbo engine.

Humm, if I remember correctly, there was a tiny Honda offered in Japan and also in Europe using a turbo...

Honda F1 Racing · 26 February 2005

effer said:
Humm, if I remember correctly, there was a tiny Honda offered in Japan and also in Europe using a turbo...

Honda City Turbo II, right?

ADNOH · 26 February 2005

effer said:
Humm, if I remember correctly, there was a tiny Honda offered in Japan and also in Europe using a turbo...

the motor trend article said "if the mdx is a crossover for tl owners, this is the counterpart to the tsx and rsx. based on the next-generation Honda cr-v, the rd-x launches next year with the rl's sh-awd and a 260hp, 2.2 L TURBOCHARGED four making about 260lb-ft. it'll be the first factory turbocharged Honda SOLD IN THE US (except irl cars), BUT NOT THE LAST."

NetViper · 26 February 2005

It could be very possible the next NSX will have a Turbo.

nsxtacey · 26 February 2005

ADNOH said:
the motor trend article said "if the mdx is a crossover for tl owners, this is the counterpart to the tsx and rsx. based on the next-generation Honda cr-v, the rd-x launches next year with the rl's sh-awd and a 260hp, 2.2 L TURBOCHARGED four making about 260lb-ft. it'll be the first factory turbocharged Honda SOLD IN THE US (except irl cars), BUT NOT THE LAST."

Motor Trend also said the ceo of honda axed the next nsx

Anyway turbo makes sense since its a cheap way to satisfy HP crazed people.

NetViper · 26 February 2005

nsxtacey said:
Motor Trend also said the ceo of honda axed the next nsx

Anyway turbo makes sense since its a cheap way to satisfy HP crazed people.

Acutally, I think they might have been reffering to the HSC.

KingsCourt · 26 February 2005

Instead of turbo, I would like to see Honda start experimenting with supercharged engines. I would think that a supercharged engine is more reliable and durable when considered long term. Am I correct to assume that?

AU_NSX · 26 February 2005

KingsCourt said:
Instead of turbo, I would like to see Honda start experimenting with supercharged engines. I would think that a supercharged engine is more reliable and durable when considered long term. Am I correct to assume that?

No.

Turbo charged engines have the perception of being less reliable because it is relatively easy to increase the boost up to levels which the engine was not designed for...

A supercharger is heavier, difficult or at least less efficient to intercool and generally lower boost pressure achieved.

apapada · 26 February 2005

...not to mention that it is engine/crank/pulley driven (additional parasitic losses) whereas a turbocharged system uses exhaust gases whose energy would have been lost anyway.

slashmatt · 9 March 2005

effer said:
:smile:

You difinitily made a point!

Seriously, I thank you to point out my mistakes because your beautiful language isn't my first one but I try to make improvement and I'd love to be only half as fluent as I am in my first language.

In doing so you help me a lot and I don't get offended by such attention.

BTW since I'm not totally aware of all the English idiomatic, what is exactly the meaning of saying pet peeve? It seems to be a funny metaphorical image...

Am I near?

You consider me as an irritating stupid animal !!! :smile: :smile:

Regards,

Effer

I think I can explain "pet peeve" for you. A peeve is something that bothers you, an annoyance. A "pet peeve" is a an annoyance personal to yourself. You know it's rediculous to get upset about a "pet peeve", but you do anyway because it's your "pet" and you love it.

effer · 9 March 2005

slashmatt said:
I think I can explain "pet peeve" for you. A peeve is something that bothers you, an annoyance. A "pet peeve" is a an annoyance personal to yourself. You know it's rediculous to get upset about a "pet peeve", but you do anyway because it's your "pet" and you love it.

Thanks!!!

So if I understand, it involves a kind of familiarity and proximity, because often in these conditions, we are less patient and more severe ( with ourself and our familiar relatives and girfriend... ).

Maybe using the word pet is also metaphorical in the sense that it is a kind of beast, a personal beast?

or because like a pet it is out of my control and also not that important because related to an animal ???

Am I beginning to fully understand its metaphorical relevance?

Thanks again! ( in hoping you won't think I am getting worst !!! :smile: )

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