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1 | NSX Weight reduction spreadsheet V 1.0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | General sources and notes: | Information has been collected from many sources. Here are some general ones. | Mods affect the characteristics of an already very excellent car. Doing one thing could have profound affects. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3 | Some wheels and suspension weights: | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1715159&viewfull=1#post1715159 | Realistic | The extent to which I plan to mod the car. Some mods will likely have too extreme of an impact on the overall experience of the NSX. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
4 | Mod list for Tracked NSX: | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1784304&viewfull=1#post1784304 | Stage | A rank loosely based on the overall cost, benefit and ease of modification. Determines the best modifications to do first. 0 is best. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
5 | Midnight Raven's Build: | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1788825&viewfull=1#post1788825 | Cosmetic | Will this mod have a visual affect on the interior or exterior of the NSX? | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
6 | OEM Weights: | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/183841-OEM-parts-weights | Comfort | Will this mod change the everyday livibility of the NSX? | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
7 | The Austrian Type-R | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/189800-The-quot-austrian-type-R-quot-NSX | drivability | Will this mod change the handling and performance of the NSX? | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
8 | Patricio's Very light NSX: | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/67337-O-K-who-has-the-lightest-NSX?p=1874285&viewfull=1#post1874285 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
9 | Some Suspension discussion: | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/182600-What-type-of-suspension-is-the-best-for-ride-and-handling | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
10 | Action | Replacement Product | Price | OEM # | Q | New # | Q | LB | KG | HP | TQ | Stage 0 | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Completed | Cosmetic | Comfort | Drivability | Reversible | Source 1 | Source 2 | Source 3 | Vendor #1 | Vendor #2 | Notes | |||||
11 | Easy weight savings | 3,010.00 lb | 1,368.18 kg | 270 | 212 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
12 | Remove spare wheel | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 17.60 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 17.60 lb | 8.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1844962&viewfull=1#post1844962 | Removed 05-28-2015 | ||||||||||||
13 | Remove engine cover | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 15.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 15.00 lb | 6.82 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/wiki/Weight_Reduction | Removed 05-28-2015 | ||||||||||||
14 | Remove spare tire | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 13.80 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 13.80 lb | 6.27 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1844962&viewfull=1#post1844962 | Removed 05-28-2015 | ||||||||||||
15 | Remove CD changer and bracket | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 9.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 9.00 lb | 4.09 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=122743&d=1428806689 | Car not equipped with CD changer | ||||||||||||
16 | Remove toolkit | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 8.60 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 8.60 lb | 3.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | Removed 09-10-2015 | ||||||||||||
17 | Remove door speakers | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 4.00 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 2 | 8.00 lb | 3.64 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | Removed 08-17-2015 | ||||||||||||
18 | Remove cabin floor mats | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 3.10 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 2 | 6.20 lb | 2.82 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/wiki/Weight_Reduction | Removed 01-02-2016 | ||||||||||||
19 | Remove trunk mats | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 5.60 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 5.60 lb | 2.55 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/wiki/Weight_Reduction | Removed 02-16-2016 | ||||||||||||
20 | Remove head unit | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 5.30 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 5.30 lb | 2.41 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | Removed 01-02-2016 | ||||||||||||
21 | Remove footwell speaker | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 5.20 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 5.20 lb | 2.36 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1381480&viewfull=1#post1381480 | Removed 09-21-2014 | ||||||||||||
22 | Remove jumper leads | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 4.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 4.00 lb | 1.82 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1844962&viewfull=1#post1844962 | Makes it harder to jump start. | ||||||||||||
23 | Remove engine compartment fan | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.20 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.20 lb | 1.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | Removed 12/28/2016 | ||||||||||||
24 | Remove air pump | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 3.50 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 3.50 lb | 1.59 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | Removed 09-10-2015 | ||||||||||||
25 | Remove OEM spare tire bracket | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.50 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.50 lb | 1.14 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | Removed 08-17-2015 | ||||||||||||
26 | Remove center speaker | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.20 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.20 lb | 1.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/165197-Midnight_Raven-s-Build?p=1669829&viewfull=1#post1669829 | |||||||||||||
27 | Remove tow hook | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.00 lb | 0.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/wiki/Weight_Reduction | |||||||||||||
28 | Remove power antenna | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.00 lb | 0.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1013870&viewfull=1#post1013870 | Removed 03-19-2016 | ||||||||||||
29 | Remove front license plate bracket | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 1.70 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 1.70 lb | 0.77 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1878688&viewfull=1#post1878688 | Removed 01-02-2016 | ||||||||||||
30 | Remove Owners manual | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 1.20 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 1.20 lb | 0.55 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/wiki/Weight_Reduction | Removed 01-02-2016 | ||||||||||||
31 | Remove Cig lighter and ashtray | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 0.50 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.50 lb | 0.23 kg | 0 | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | ||||||||||||||
32 | Remove Rear firewall sound deadening | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 12.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 12.00 lb | 5.45 kg | 0 | 0 | 1 | No | No | Yes | No | No | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/192364-The-Pursuit-of-Personalizing-Perfection-Track-Addict-s-build-thread?p=1872384&viewfull=1#post1872384 | Apparently doesn't affect volume very much. | ||||||||||||
33 | Remove Tiedown Plates | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.00 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 4.00 lb | 1.82 kg | 0 | 0 | 1 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1878688&viewfull=1#post1878688 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/170153-Damaged-front-tie-down-amp-mounting-point-possible-fix | ||||||||||||
34 | Remove misc brackets on firewall | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 3.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 3.00 lb | 1.36 kg | 0 | 0 | 1 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/165197-Midnight_Raven-s-Build?p=1664963&viewfull=1#post1664963 | |||||||||||||
35 | Remove battery tray | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.00 lb | 0.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 1 | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | |||||||||||||
36 | Remove steering wheel brackets/panels | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.00 lb | 0.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | There are some metal panels and such behind the knee bolster that might not be necessary | |||||||||||||
37 | Remove underbody sound deadening | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 10.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 10.00 lb | 4.55 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1788825&viewfull=1#post1788825 | Takes a pressure washer and a lot of time and work. Decent and cheap savings. | ||||||||||||
38 | Remove interior floor pan sound deadening | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 9.50 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 9.50 lb | 4.32 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | No | Yes | No | No | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/192364-The-Pursuit-of-Personalizing-Perfection-Track-Addict-s-build-thread?p=1872384&viewfull=1#post1872384 | Requires CO2, some time and effort. Decent savings, but high effort. | ||||||||||||
39 | Remove brake splash shields | Carbon fiber splash shields | $0.00 | 1.20 lb | 4 | 0.20 lb | 4 | 4.00 lb | 1.82 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1013870&viewfull=1#post1013870 | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/bpp/brake-accessories-abs-system/downforce-front-brake-air-deflector.html | May cause ball joints to overheat | |||||||||||
40 | Remove Windshield wipers, tank and motors | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 16.70 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 16.70 lb | 7.59 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1013870&viewfull=1#post1013870 | Good weight savings, just don't get caught in the rain. | |||||||||||
41 | Remove AC compressor | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 16.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 16.00 lb | 7.27 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1480986&viewfull=1#post1480986 | ||||||||||||
42 | Remove AC radiators | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 7.50 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 2 | 15.00 lb | 6.82 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1480986&viewfull=1#post1480986 | ||||||||||||
43 | Remove AC Condenser and pipes | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 6.40 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 2 | 6.40 lb | 2.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1480986&viewfull=1#post1480986 | ||||||||||||
44 | Remove heatercore and all piping | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 5.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 5.00 lb | 2.27 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | There are 3, each weight maybe a pound. | |||||||||||||
45 | Cruise control unit and motor | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 4.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 4.00 lb | 1.82 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | |||||||||||||
46 | Traction Control Module | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 3.10 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 3.10 lb | 1.41 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | |||||||||||||
47 | SRS control unit (airbag) | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.30 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.30 lb | 1.05 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | |||||||||||||
48 | Remove glovebox cubby and lid | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.00 lb | 0.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=122743&d=1428806689 | Maybe replace with carbon fiber unit if one is available. | ||||||||||||
49 | Remove center console cubby | replace with carbon fiber unit | $0.00 | 2.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.00 lb | 0.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=122743&d=1428806689 | |||||||||||||
50 | Remove Horn(s) | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 1.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 1.00 lb | 0.45 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1878688&viewfull=1#post1878688 | |||||||||||||
51 | Remove Fog lights | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 1.70 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 2 | 3.40 lb | 1.55 kg | 0 | 0 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1881318&viewfull=1#post1881318 | Probably shouldn't be removed... | |||||||||||||
52 | Remove front bumper brackets | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 1.60 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 2 | 3.20 lb | 1.45 kg | 0 | 0 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=122743&d=1428806689 | Probably shouldn't be removed... | |||||||||||||
53 | Remove plastic engine dressing | None (Item removed) | $0.00 | 2.20 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 2.20 lb | 1.00 kg | 0 | 0 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=122743&d=1428806689 | The engine garnish is vital to performance. | |||||||||||||
54 | Misc Mods | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
55 | 65 Amp Battery and battery container | Shorai Battery | $399.00 | 44.70 lb | 1 | 7.00 lb | 1 | 37.70 lb | 17.14 kg | 0 | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1013870&viewfull=1#post1013870 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1710356&viewfull=1#post1710356 | http://store.kcmachine.com/collections/lighterisbetter-battery-packages-for-acura-cars/products/nsx-battery-tray-and-shorai-battery | Removes a good amount of weight, realatively cheap. Might have shortened battery life with no warrenty. | ||||||||||
56 | Replace Intake Snorkel | Downforce air intake | $195.00 | 2.50 lb | 1 | 2.00 lb | 1 | 0.50 lb | 0.23 kg | 2 | 1 | 1 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | http://web.archive.org/web/20030106085219/http://www.oursbourn.com/Zanardi_weight.html | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/eap/intakes-induction/downforce-air-intake-scoop-df-aaa500-nsx-1991-05.html | Cheap, improves induction noise, might add a couple hp. | |||||||||||
57 | ABS modulator | SOS ABS update | $2,200.00 | 25.00 lb | 1 | 10.00 lb | 1 | 15.00 lb | 6.82 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/83018-ABS-conversion?p=837240&viewfull=1#post837240 | http://www.pole2flagracing.com/abs-delete-kit-for-oem-brakes.html | NA1 ABS sucks, upgrade only worth it if system breaks. Upgrade to NA2 might be a better but more dollar intensive upgrade. | |||||||||||
58 | Replace starter motor | 95+ starter motor | 10.50 lb | 1 | 8.50 lb | 1 | 2.00 lb | 0.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1703110&viewfull=1#post1703110 | Only worth it if the starter motor burns out or otherwise needs to be replaced. | |||||||||||||
59 | 02+ conversion | SOS conversion Kit | $4,095.00 | 37.70 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 37.70 lb | 17.14 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1878688&viewfull=1#post1878688 | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/epp/headlights-taillights-side-markers/scienceofspeed-2002-05-lhd-headlight-complete-conversion-nsx-1991-2001.html | Saves some weight, but you loose the cool headlights. | |||||||||||
60 | alternator bracket | Billet alternator Bracket | $550.00 | 11.50 lb | 1 | 2.50 lb | 1 | 9.00 lb | 4.09 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/187424-Aftermarket-Inquiry?p=1853920&viewfull=1#post1853920 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1778226&viewfull=1#post1778226 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1889282&viewfull=1#post1889282 | http://foundry3.bigcartel.com/product/nsx-billet-alternator-bracket | Rather expensive, saves some weight. should be done in tandem with smaller alternator. Belt might need to be smaller. | |||||||||
61 | alternator | smaller alternator | 13.80 lb | 1 | 10.00 lb | 1 | 3.80 lb | 1.73 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1844962&viewfull=1#post1844962 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1889282&viewfull=1#post1889282 | Replacement has not been found. Only worth it if alternator needs replacement. | ||||||||||||
62 | Transmission | 5 speed to 6 speed | $6,745.00 | 118.80 lb | 1 | 118.80 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/dpp/transmissions-gears-lsd/6-speed-transmissions-conversion-kit.html | Only worth it if snap ring fails on 5 speed; should greatly improve acceleration and cruising noise volume. | ||||||||||||
63 | Change final drive ratio | 4.06 to 4.44 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Should improve acceleration even more, sacrifices lower cruising rpm of the 6 speed. | ||||||||||||||
64 | Radiator | Koyo aluminum | $389.00 | 9.50 lb | 1 | 7.00 lb | 1 | 2.50 lb | 1.14 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1906055&viewfull=1#post1906055 | http://www.2kracing.com/Product/2112580.html | Replacements available, but weight savings is unclear. Might only be worth it if going FI. | |||||||||||
65 | Fuel injectors | 0.00 lb | 6 | 0.00 lb | 6 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 10 | 5 | 2 | No | No | No | No | Yes | ||||||||||||||||
66 | Engine management | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 5 | 2 | 2 | No | No | No | No | Yes | ||||||||||||||||
67 | Brakes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
68 | Upgrade brake lines | Stainless steel | $109.00 | 1.00 lb | 1 | 1.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/bpp/brake-accessories-abs-system/stainless-steel-brake-lines-with-clear-vinyl-coating.html | Much cheaper than bbk. Might be best for street use. | ||||||||||||
69 | Upgrade brake pads | Carbotech XP 8 or something | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 1 | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Much cheaper than bbk. Might be best for street use. | ||||||||||||||
70 | Brake fluid upgrade | ATE SuperBlue or Motul RBF 600 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 1 | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/wiki/Brakes | Much cheaper than bbk. Might be best for street use. | |||||||||||||
71 | Brake Calipers front | spoon calipers | $1,650.00 | 14.00 lb | 2 | 4.80 lb | 2 | 18.40 lb | 8.36 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/147883-Spoon-caliper-install | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1815300&viewfull=1#post1815300 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/176951-NSX-Spoon-Sports-Racing-Brake-Caliper-Kit-4-Pot-In-Stock?highlight=spoon+caliper | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=936779&viewfull=1#post936779 | Should be a good comprimise between a BBK and stock. Less expensive, better looking, saves some weight. Need to upgrade to 97+ rotors. | |||||||||
72 | Brake calipers rear | sppon calipers | $1,650.00 | 13.00 lb | 2 | 4.80 lb | 2 | 16.40 lb | 7.45 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/147883-Spoon-caliper-install | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1815300&viewfull=1#post1815300 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/176951-NSX-Spoon-Sports-Racing-Brake-Caliper-Kit-4-Pot-In-Stock?highlight=spoon+caliper | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=936779&viewfull=1#post936779 | Calipers may not work with rear rotors. Need to look this up. | |||||||||
73 | Interior | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
74 | Seats | Downforce Type-R replicas | $2,000.00 | 41.00 lb | 2 | 12.00 lb | 2 | 58.00 lb | 26.36 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1013870&viewfull=1#post1013870 | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/downforce-df-r-nsx-r-replica-seat.html | Good weight savings. OEM seats are good, but some more bolstering always helps. | |||||||||||
75 | Steering wheel | Sparco 330mm wheel | $229.00 | 10.10 lb | 1 | 4.00 lb | 1 | 6.10 lb | 2.77 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1844345&viewfull=1#post1844345 | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/ipp/steering-wheels-hubs/sparco-ring-330mm-steering-wheel-specify-leather-or-black-suede.html | You loose the airbag. Might be too much of a safety hazard without one. | |||||||||||
76 | Seat rails | New seat rails | $700.00 | 0.00 lb | 2 | 13.20 lb | 2 | -26.40 lb | -12.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1845124&viewfull=1#post1845124 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/165197-Midnight_Raven-s-Build?p=1779116&viewfull=1#post1779116 | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/ipp/seats-seat-rails/scienceofspeed-sliding-seat-rails.html | To be done in tandem with seats. | ||||||||||
77 | Remove cabin carpet and padding | Type-R unpadded carpet | $499.00 | 17.60 lb | 1 | 10.00 lb | 1 | 7.60 lb | 3.45 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/67337-O-K-who-has-the-lightest-NSX?p=1874285&viewfull=1#post1874285 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/122309-Molded-NSX-Carpet-Kit-and-Floor-Mat-GB-Interest?p=1170907&viewfull=1#post1170907 | Probably should be done in tandem with removal of sound deadening. | |||||||||||
78 | Headliner | Carbon fiber | 4.38 lb | 1 | 3.63 lb | 1 | 0.75 lb | 0.34 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1889282&viewfull=1#post1889282 | ||||||||||||||
79 | A-Pillar covers | Carbon fiber | 1.25 lb | 2 | 0.38 lb | 2 | 1.74 lb | 0.79 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1889282&viewfull=1#post1889282 | ||||||||||||||
80 | B-pillar Covers | Carbon fiber | 0.40 lb | 2 | 0.19 lb | 2 | 0.42 lb | 0.19 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1889282&viewfull=1#post1889282 | ||||||||||||||
81 | Sun Visors | Carbon fiber | 0.90 lb | 2 | 0.50 lb | 2 | 0.80 lb | 0.36 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1889282&viewfull=1#post1889282 | ||||||||||||||
82 | replace door windows | Lexan windows | 15.00 lb | 2 | 7.50 lb | 2 | 15.00 lb | 6.82 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | Could be expensive and they might discolor over time. Minimal weight savings for cost and difficulty of installation. | ||||||||||||||
83 | Door panels | Carbon fiber panels | 10.80 lb | 2 | 5.00 lb | 2 | 11.60 lb | 5.27 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | Expensive, Looks a bit cheap, could have them upholstered, but its just not worth it really. | |||||||||||||
84 | Divider window | Lexan divider window | 9.00 lb | 1 | 2.00 lb | 1 | 7.00 lb | 3.18 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | http://web.archive.org/web/20030106085219/http://www.oursbourn.com/Zanardi_weight.html | http://www.daliracing.com/v666-5/catalog/index_browse_part.cfm?focus=228 | might increase interior volume slightly | ||||||||||||
85 | Replace headliner | Carbon fiber | 1.00 lb | 2 | 1.00 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | |||||||||||||||
86 | Replace A-pillar covers | carbon fiber | 1.00 lb | 2 | 1.00 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | |||||||||||||||
87 | Exterior | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
88 | Replace rear spoiler | Downforce NSX-R replica | $895.00 | 14.00 lb | 1 | 7.10 lb | 1 | 6.90 lb | 3.14 kg | 0 | 0 | 1 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/179028-2005-LBBP-Route-KS-Madonna-Wide-Body-Mega-Build?p=1763670&viewfull=1#post1763670 | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/epp/front-rear-spoilers/downforce-nsx-r-df-r-rear-spoiler-frp-nsx-1991-05-df-aaa310fb.html | ||||||||||||
89 | chin spoiler | carbon fiber | $145.00 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 1 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/epp/front-rear-spoilers/honda-genuine-front-bumper-chin-spoiler-nsx-1991-2001.html | |||||||||||||
90 | Replace rear glass hatch | lexan hatch | $695.00 | 34.60 lb | 1 | 15.00 lb | 1 | 19.60 lb | 8.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | No | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/epp/engine-covers-engine-hatches/scienceofspeed-exact-fit-hatch-and-jgtc-duct.html | ||||||||||||
91 | Replace door mirrors | carbon fiber (M-Racing) | 1.85 lb | 2 | 0.35 lb | 2 | 3.00 lb | 1.36 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/165197-Midnight_Raven-s-Build?p=1822096&viewfull=1#post1822096 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/126441-My-JGTC-mirrors?p=1212100&viewfull=1#post1212100 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/194916-The-Nemos-Garage-X-Marvelous-Tune-dual-duty-Street-Time-Attack-car?p=1896707&viewfull=1#post1896707 | ||||||||||||
92 | Replace hood | carbon fiber | $974.50 | 15.40 lb | 1 | 5.00 lb | 1 | 10.40 lb | 4.73 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/epp/body-components/budget-nsx-r-style-cf-hood-nsx-2002-05-now-carbon-fiber.html | ||||||||||||
93 | Replace trunk lid | carbon fiber | $774.00 | 15.00 lb | 1 | 2.30 lb | 1 | 12.70 lb | 5.77 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://seiboncarbon.com/store/products/oem-style-carbon-fiber-trunk-lid-for-1992-2005-acura-nsx.html | |||||||||||||
94 | Replace side intakes | Downforce side ducts | $600.00 | 7.30 lb | 2 | 3.10 lb | 2 | 8.40 lb | 3.82 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/nsx-faq/weight-reduction/ | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1779012&viewfull=1#post1779012 | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/epp/body-components/downforce-df-r-side-ducts-frp-nsx-1991-05-df-aaa251fb.html | |||||||||||
95 | Replace front fenders | carbon fiber | $900.00 | 3.00 lb | 2 | 3.00 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=122743&d=1428806689 | http://seiboncarbon.com/store/oem-style-carbon-fiber-fenders-for-1992-2001-acura-nsx.html | ||||||||||||
96 | Replace rear hatch garnish (intake vent) | Carbon Fiber (Downforce) | $550.00 | 2.00 lb | 1 | 1.80 lb | 1 | 0.20 lb | 0.09 kg | 0 | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/165197-Midnight_Raven-s-Build?p=1798847&viewfull=1#post1798847 | https://www.scienceofspeed.com/index.php/nsx/epp/engine-covers-engine-hatches/downforce-carbon-fiber-engine-hatch-duct-garnish-w-mesh-nsx-1991-05-df-aaa264mct.html | Probably doesnt do much except change the look of the rear intake vent. | |||||||||||
97 | Replace rear fenders | carbon fiber | 0.00 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 2 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | |||||||||||||||
98 | Replace B-pillar covers | carbon fiber | 6.10 lb | 2 | 1.80 lb | 2 | 8.60 lb | 3.91 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=122743&d=1428806689 | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/78963-Unofficial-weight-reduction-thread?p=1779012&viewfull=1#post1779012 | |||||||||||||
99 | Replace entire door | carbon fiber | $2,160.00 | 33.00 lb | 2 | 4.40 lb | 2 | 57.20 lb | 26.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/95143-Carbon-Fiber-Doors-panel?p=901839&viewfull=1#post901839 | http://seiboncarbon.com/store/products.html?make=172&model=470 | ||||||||||||
100 | Replace front bumper | carbon fiber | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 1 | 0.00 lb | 0.00 kg | 0 | 0 | 3 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | |||||||||||||||