VDCATL0408 is the Vertical Doors, Inc. vehicle-specific Vertical Door Conversion Kit for listed 2004-2008 Acura TL 4-door sedan applications. The system retains the original front doors and creates the traditional VDI movement: each door opens outward first, then raises vertically. This conversion is also commonly described as a Lambo door kit or scissor door kit.
Turn the Third-Generation TL Into a More Distinctive Sport Sedan
The 2004-2008 TL blends a four-door sedan body with a low beltline, crisp side profile, and performance-oriented stance. A vertical conversion on the front doors creates a custom focal point while leaving the rear doors and the vehicle's practical sedan identity intact.
Each converted front door opens outward first, then raises vertically for display. That movement gives a standard TL or 2007-2008 Type-S a different arrival and parked presentation without replacing the factory front door shells.
Because the TL is a four-door vehicle, the conversion should be understood as a front-door system. Trim badges and navigation packages help identify the car, but the exact year, body, and hinge area determine the ordering decision.
The VDI Support Promise
We are here before, during, and after your purchase.
Vertical Doors, Inc. can help with fitment questions before you order, installation guidance while the kit is being installed, and product support after the conversion is complete.
You are purchasing this system directly from Vertical Doors, Inc., the company that manufactures, supports, and stands behind it. If you have a question about fitment, installation, adjustment, replacement parts, or the product itself, the VDI team is here to help.
For current support hours and contact options, call 951-245-8669 or contact the VDI team.
Confirmed Acura TL Fitment
Designed for 2004-2008 Acura TL 4-door sedan applications listed by VDI. Confirm the model year, trim, and front-door configuration before purchase.
Fitment is determined by the exact VDI application, model year, and body configuration,not by a shared engine, trim name, or platform alone. Contact VDI before purchasing if the vehicle has aftermarket bodywork, modified fenders, prior collision repair, or an uncertain configuration.
Acura TL Vertical Door Kit Product Details
- Manufacturer: Vertical Doors, Inc.
- Part Number: VDCATL0408
- Product Type: Vehicle-specific Vertical Door Conversion Kit
- Vehicle: 2004-2008 Acura TL
- Body Style: 4-door sedan
- Door Movement: Opens outward first, then raises vertically
- Original Doors Retained: Yes
- Mounting: Vehicle-specific system based on the factory hinge area
- Manufacturing: Made in the USA from domestic hardened steel
Chassis / Platform and Trim Guide
Third-generation Acura TL sedan. The listed range includes the 2007-2008 TL Type-S; confirm any special configuration with VDI before ordering.
Vehicle Identification and Technical Reference
- Vehicle: Acura TL
- Generation: Third generation TL
- Model years: 2004-2008
- Body style: 4-door sedan
- Engine layout: Transverse front engine
- Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
- Engines: 3.2L V6; 3.5L V6 on 2007-2008 Type-S
- Transmissions: 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual, depending on model and year
Trims, Body Styles, and Configurations
- TL is the standard model designation; Type-S returned for 2007-2008.
- Navigation and other equipment groups are packages and do not by themselves establish a different hinge application.
- Confirm Type-S cars, aftermarket fenders, and previously repaired hinge areas with VDI before ordering.
Fitment note: Chassis, architecture, construction, engine, drivetrain, transmission, body-style, trim, and package terminology is provided to help identify the vehicle. It does not expand the confirmed VDI application or guarantee kit interchangeability.
When uncertain, contact Vertical Doors, Inc. with the model year, exact model or trim, body style, and clear photographs of the front hinge and fender area.
Why Choose a Genuine Vertical Doors, Inc. Kit?
- Vehicle-specific engineering for the listed 2004-2008 Acura TL application
- Retains the original front doors
- Made in the USA from domestic hardened steel
- Vehicle-specific installation instructions are included
- Technical support is available before, during, and after installation
- Replacement-component assistance is available directly from VDI
What Comes in the Kit
- One driver-side Vertical Doors, Inc. hinge assembly
- One passenger-side Vertical Doors, Inc. hinge assembly
- Two gas shocks
- Required mounting hardware
- Vehicle-specific installation instructions
VDI Support Included With Your Purchase
- Fitment assistance before ordering
- Installation and adjustment guidance
- Product-operation assistance
- Replacement-component assistance when needed
- Post-purchase product support from Vertical Doors, Inc.
How Does the Vertical Door Kit Work?
The conversion replaces the factory hinge system while retaining the original doors. Open each door outward until it reaches the hinge system's predetermined stopping point, then raise it vertically. The included gas shocks assist with the weight of the door during the lifting motion.
Proper installation and adjustment are essential for panel clearance, door alignment, latch operation, wiring clearance, and consistent opening and closing.
Does Installation Require Modification?
Yes. This is a vehicle-specific bolt-on hinge conversion, but bolt-on does not mean modification-free.
- Body-panel removal is typically required.
- Non-visible trimming or clearance work is commonly required for hinge-arm movement.
- Additional wiring slack or application-specific wiring work may be required.
- Door alignment, hinge stops, gas shocks, wiring clearance, latch operation, and surrounding panel clearances must be checked and adjusted correctly.
Before loosening or removing the original hinges, use 2-inch painter's tape to mark the door's factory alignment. Place tape across the door and adjacent body at several reference points, including near the hinges and firewall, then draw matching alignment lines across the tape. These marks help preserve the door's original horizontal and vertical position during installation.
If you are not experienced with door alignment, body-panel removal, wiring clearance, trimming, and hinge adjustment, use a qualified installer. Read the complete vehicle-specific instructions before beginning.
Before You Order
Confirm the exact vehicle application before purchasing, especially if the Acura has aftermarket bodywork, previous collision repair, modified fenders, or a non-U.S.-market configuration. Review the current shipping policy and refund policy before ordering and before beginning installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is VDCATL0408 a universal Lambo door kit?
No. VDCATL0408 is a vehicle-specific VDI application for the listed 2004-2008 Acura TL. A similar platform, engine, or trim name does not make another vehicle compatible.
Does the conversion replace the original Acura doors?
No. The system retains the original doors and changes the hinge movement.
Does bolt-on mean no trimming or adjustment is required?
No. Bolt-on describes the vehicle-specific mounting design. Installation commonly requires body-panel removal, non-visible clearance work, wiring management, hinge adjustment, and final door alignment.
What should I provide if fitment is uncertain?
Send VDI the model year, exact model and trim, body style, and clear photographs of the front hinge and fender area before ordering.
What support is available after purchase?
Vertical Doors, Inc. provides fitment, installation, adjustment, maintenance, and replacement-component support. VDI support does not end when the order ships.
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