Hello From WA

[Adam_83]

hello folks

just wanted to say hello, my name is Adam and i live in Perth WA,

I have lived here for a while but am originally from the UK

i used to own a 2000 Integra Type R that i loved to bits it was that immacualte that i sold it to a chap who came all the way from Paris to collect it, sadly the idiot took it on a race tract 2 days after buying it and blew the engine, he must have been really driving it hard,... so sadly my beloved car was sold then killed.

http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz215/Adam_83/sale151.jpg

In Australia i own a Honda City Pro T (non turbo) :( but it is a absolute hoot to own and drive, it has the hondamatic gear box that had 3 gears .... yes 3.. 4 if you count reverse lol and 5 if you count park lol

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i have recently picked up this,

Accord 2003 Sedan 3.0 V6 vtec (but sadly Auto) i have some plans for it and want to head down the JDM road so a little lower a little nicer wheels, maybe a lip etc i am not sure yet,

need to get it 100% first before i start altering things so stripped it out and cleaned it like mad.

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Pulled out the interior as was not happy with wood, especially fake wood lol so Plasti Dip

Before : first pic not my car but what it looked like
http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz215/Adam_83/2003_Honda_Accord_HA4536_03acc5_zpsbff0b01d.jpg

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looks a lot better i think

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list of jobs i have done/need to do

1. Power steering whine -
i was sure the pump had gone as it was making a shocking row but.... a google search and a trip to Honda got me a $2 o'ring for the feed pipe on the pump and it was sorted, i am a moron and i managed to do it so if your handy with cars its the easiest fix ever.

2. Clean Clean Clean -
was owned by a mate with 4 kids and a dog so cleaned the hell out of it, took all the interior our and scrubbed with Dove soap (thank you google) and a nail brush and as it is PH neutral the soap will not dry the leather so came up like new as you can see,

3. Cambelt change -
can't be sure of the history so to be safe will change it. have been told the gear box was reconditioned 18 months ago so all is good in that department, touch wood (not fake dashboard wood lol)

4. AC not working -

now this is where i need a bit of help folks,

i have researched the hell out of this and cant get a definitive answer ..

My AC will turn on and work really well but as soon as it is up to temperature and the AC clutch disengages it never comes back on and the cold air stops, it will only come back on hours later when i start another journey i can't seem to figure out what is up with it as it work and then just stops blowing cold air, the air still flows at the correct speed but the air is no longer cold.

i have been told if could be:
1. Compressor Relay
2. TXV or something Thermostatic expansion valve in cabin
3. low gas - but it works so that should not be the issue

so i am lost,

i called a garage and they said it was a common electrical fault and would be easily fixed but where not forthcoming with any details of the fault and just said electrical, i kept pushing for answers but that was just met with' oh its a small electrical fault' which makes me feel i can fix it myself but..... i cant get a definitive answer on what it could be so any advice would be good please folks.

sorry for the massive message .... just wanted to get it all out there, introduce myself then see what you guys say in respect to problems plans etc.

Happy New Year to you all and hope to speak to you again soon

cheers folks

Adam

Perth WA

[cbauto]

nice pop

[Vvvtec]

Welcome Adam!

[Adam_83]

thank folks,

i have been on this forum for the past 3 hours just reading lol really good

[SHOGUNOVDDRK]

Surprisingly, no wood gave me wood.

Keep it up Adam and welcome to OzHonda

[EKVTIR-T]

nice job on the interior

welcome abourd

[AusVTi-R]

Nice one on the interior, in regards to your A/C problem...

I would check the function of the A/C pressure switch. Can be related to the following....
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
• Dual Function Pressure Switch (DFPS):
combines High Pressure Cut-Out
(HPCO) with Fan function or High Side
Low Pressure (HSLP) function
• HPCO: disables A/C compressor when
system pressure becomes excessively high
• Fan: energizes fan to supplement
condensor cooling
• Compressor cycling: controls A/C
compressor cycling to optimize vehicle
cooling
• Loss of charge: disables A/C compressor
when system pressure becomes too low
• High Side Low Pressure (HSLP): disables
compressor when system becomes too
low


If the switch IS working it could be cutting the system due to a few of the above reasons...

[Adam_83]

Nice one on the interior, in regards to your A/C problem...

I would check the function of the A/C pressure switch. Can be related to the following....
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
• Dual Function Pressure Switch (DFPS):
combines High Pressure Cut-Out
(HPCO) with Fan function or High Side
Low Pressure (HSLP) function
• HPCO: disables A/C compressor when
system pressure becomes excessively high
• Fan: energizes fan to supplement
condensor cooling
• Compressor cycling: controls A/C
compressor cycling to optimize vehicle
cooling
• Loss of charge: disables A/C compressor
when system pressure becomes too low
• High Side Low Pressure (HSLP): disables
compressor when system becomes too
low


If the switch IS working it could be cutting the system due to a few of the above reasons...

i will have a look in to the above thank you for the advice,

if the switch is not working then replace it.... see im clever lol.

silly question how do i check if it is working or broken, can it be visually inspected ?

cheers

[AusVTi-R]

i will have a look in to the above thank you for the advice,

if the switch is not working then replace it.... see im clever lol.

silly question how do i check if it is working or broken, can it be visually inspected ?

cheers
heaps of stuff online man
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xSyhv6pWT0

[curtis265]

welcome abourd OP

interior looks great without the woodgrain


heaps of stuff online man
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xSyhv6pWT0

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/customavatars/avatar34737_6.gif

[cbauto]

Nice one on the interior, in regards to your A/C problem...

I would check the function of the A/C pressure switch. Can be related to the following....
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
• Dual Function Pressure Switch (DFPS):
combines High Pressure Cut-Out
(HPCO) with Fan function or High Side
Low Pressure (HSLP) function
• HPCO: disables A/C compressor when
system pressure becomes excessively high
• Fan: energizes fan to supplement
condensor cooling
• Compressor cycling: controls A/C
compressor cycling to optimize vehicle
cooling
• Loss of charge: disables A/C compressor
when system pressure becomes too low
• High Side Low Pressure (HSLP): disables
compressor when system becomes too
low


If the switch IS working it could be cutting the system due to a few of the above reasons...
the google is strong in this one.

post ur source when quoting.

[Jasemas]

Hi adam
my names Adam
where in Perth are you
theres a guy in marangaroo with two city turbos of the same vintage
his usernames ANTHRAX I think lol

[Adam_83]

Hi adam
my names Adam
where in Perth are you
theres a guy in marangaroo with two city turbos of the same vintage
his usernames ANTHRAX I think lol

Hello mate did I speak to you on city turbo forum?


And thanks folks for the comments.

Just been to an ac place in perth and got quoted $2500 to $3000 to fix.... not happy with that at all. bit of a fob off I think but they tested the gas and all levels are good so that is a good sign.

So before big test the pressure valve I have found out the compressor works and the system gets cold but as soon as the compressor goes off the cold air stops . I think the compressor is staying on too long and then protecting itself and shutting the system down soon I'm thinking pressure valve or txv .... Would you agree?

Cheers again folks

[AusVTi-R]

the google is strong in this one.

post ur source when quoting.

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?185349-Hello-From-WA

http://www.sensata.com/download/autoac.pdf

google save typing cb

[Adam_83]

Update on the Air con folks

Just had a really nice local business pop round to look at the accord and he has diagnosed that the issue is with the compressor clutch. All relays etc are working fine and the system cycles but then the clutch disengages and the cold stops. but......The signal to the clutch is active yet the clutch is not so bingo we have a fault.....

My question now.....

?? With the compressor clutch on an accord can the clutch be changed without degassing (if that's a word) the system or is It a job for a professional?

Now I know what the issue is I am full of unrealistic optimism of my mechanical abilities that I assure you are not as good as I think they are lol so before I make a mistake can anyone clarify if I need to degas the system

Cheers fellow honda nuts

Ad

[TbM]

Hi adam
my names Adam
where in Perth are you
theres a guy in marangaroo with two city turbos of the same vintage
his usernames ANTHRAX I think lol

So many Adams in here, hello Adams I am also Adam

[Adam_83]

So many Adams in here, hello Adams I am also Adam

Hello mate

Nice to see that I am not the only person who's parents took the time to read the baby names book cover to cover :-) lol

[Adam_83]

sorry to ask again folks

?? With the compressor clutch on an accord can the clutch be changed without degassing (if that's a word) the system or is It a job for a professional?

need to know before i pay $550 to the aircon chap

cheers

ad

[cbauto]

sorry to ask again folks

?? With the compressor clutch on an accord can the clutch be changed without degassing (if that's a word) the system or is It a job for a professional?

need to know before i pay $550 to the aircon chap

cheers

ad
I would say you need to de-gas it. need to take compressor out I'm pretty sure.

cheaper to change compressor and regas I would say. good seconds around.

[Adam_83]

I would say you need to de-gas it. need to take compressor out I'm pretty sure.

cheaper to change compressor and regas I would say. good seconds around.

Top man thank you

Anyone recommend a wreckers In wa or one that will post to WA?

[Baby Face]

AAA honda which is South River.
they can be good sometimes.

if not then try call other wreckers.

[Jasemas]

Sport Auto in Bayswater
Stock alot of Honda parts and have a large range
Not as rip off as AAA or rude lol

[curtis265]

best of luck

whos' ur AC guy? I need my car gassed. I died in yesterday's 44deg

[Baby Face]

just go to auto bahn and ask for barnie he will sort you out. good friend of mine

[Adam_83]

best of luck

whos' ur AC guy? I need my car gassed. I died in yesterday's 44deg


It was this chap called eskimo Darren. full regas $150


Please view this ad:

Eskimo Auto Air and Electrics,
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/west-perth/automotive/eskimo-auto-air-and-electrics/1051946478

Hope this helps

[Adam_83]

just go to auto bahn and ask for barnie he will sort you out. good friend of mine


Is that in respect to the ac clutch and what branch are you referring too. Cheers for the advice

[Baby Face]

auto bahn barnie? I was just having a joke, u need to see the tv ad to get it i think.

usually for air con related things i would use natrad, but i rarely have ac issues

[EKVTIR-T]

auto bahn barnie? I was just having a joke, u need to see the tv ad to get it i think.
negged for giving fake references http://static2.ozhonda.com/forum/images/reputation/reputation_highneg.png

[Adam_83]

auto bahn barnie? I was just having a joke, u need to see the tv ad to get it i think.

usually for air con related things i would use natrad, but i rarely have ac issues

Oh right sorry I looked like a fool then. I have not been here that long so was not aware It was a joke lol joke is in me haha :wave:

[RenzokukenJ]

hello adam/adams, i am also adam from perth

AAA honda are shit kunts srs, rude as fuk

regaurds sean


auto bahn barnie? I was just having a joke, u need to see the tv ad to get it i think.

usually for air con related things i would use natrad, but i rarely have ac issues

fukin lmfao

[Adam_83]

Hello all

bit of an update, my quote of $3000 to fix my aircon ended up costing me $300

it was a faulty compressor clutch 'Coil' long story short i managed to take the pulley, clutch, and coil off without a degas and had the coil re wound and then popped it back on, with $140 for the rewind, $80 diagnostic fee and a box and a bit of beer for my mate, jobs a good un.... ac all up and running.

next job was detail and detail it well what do you think.

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right now i need help now it is all done, cam belt water pump oil filers coolant air com ....

i need to make this car less granddad and more JDM cruiser,

i am thinking lowering springs and tints for now what you think, wheels are a bit out my budget but will come soon.

thanks for looking and all the help with the fix etc

[curtis265]

Good job with the fix!

[EKVTIR-T]

good work on the repair,goes to show you how easily people can get ripped off if theyre unaware


detail looks nice too

[Adam_83]

cheers folks

agree with the rip off thing, took me ages to research, take it apart and do it all but the diagnosis by the local mobile AC man was the best money spent, made the mistake of taking it to a non local business and they just saw $$$ when they saw me,

Where do i get lowering springs from in WA that wont cost the earth and where can i then get it tracked for an ok price? any advice ?

[EKVTIR-T]

you could get KING springs from most chain wheel and tyre places but personally I'd try and get some reputable brand from the USA


TEIN S-Tech,EIBACH Espelir


have a look on u.s ebay

[curtis265]

cheers folks

agree with the rip off thing, took me ages to research, take it apart and do it all but the diagnosis by the local mobile AC man was the best money spent, made the mistake of taking it to a non local business and they just saw $$$ when they saw me,

Where do i get lowering springs from in WA that wont cost the earth and where can i then get it tracked for an ok price? any advice ?

Shoot user "senna" or "lilthug" a PM and see what they can do.

Otherwise try eBay i guess.

Or even PM user Jasemas, he may have some ideas

[RenzokukenJ]

cheers folks

agree with the rip off thing, took me ages to research, take it apart and do it all but the diagnosis by the local mobile AC man was the best money spent, made the mistake of taking it to a non local business and they just saw $$$ when they saw me,

Where do i get lowering springs from in WA that wont cost the earth and where can i then get it tracked for an ok price? any advice ?
Chat to Malaga suspension, they pretty damn good guys.

They might just charge a bit more than usual though, but maybe you might be able to get some free advice hehe

Otherwise pedders in Malaga too if you are daring

[Jasemas]

Yo man your K24 doesn't have a timing belt
it's a chain bro!
Make sure its tensioned every now and again

[curtis265]

Yo man your K24 doesn't have a timing belt
it's a chain bro!
Make sure its tensioned every now and again

pretty sure it's not a k24

[Jasemas]

pretty sure it's not a k24

Lmao must be my poor sight
my bad
carry on gentlemen

Good on you for getting the timing belt done
how'd it go?

[Adam_83]

Lmao must be my poor sight
my bad
carry on gentlemen

Good on you for getting the timing belt done
how'd it go?

Lol most definitely has a belt mate otherwise I did good swapping a chain for a belt lol

Went really well once I could get In there but lucky I did it when it did as the tensioner was holding on by one bolt and that was half way out.

Lucky me.

Thanks for the advice on the springs guys might take a trip to malaga.

Cheers

[Adam_83]

Another question folks sorry

I need a tow bar as have a tailer coming but not sure which one will fit do I need a specific towbar for my accord 3.0 V6 or will other model towbars fit? As I have found one from a scappers but it is on a newer model, same front but face lift rear and I am concerned that the underneath would be different, will it fit? The other model is a K24 so worried the exhaust may be different

Cheers
Ad

[SINISTR]

Welcome Adam.

I've been out of the local shop scene for a while simply because I haven't had the need to buy parts but from my previous experiences:

AAA honda have been around for yonks and can help with a lot of your parts. Speak to Caroline or Dave.

Suspension: try Wilkinson Suspension in Bayswater, they've been around for years as well.

Tow Bar: I know it's a case of need but I personally wouldn't put a tow bar on that type of car. Don't buy it from a wrecker, have one put on by a reputable tow bar shop..

Mike

[Adam_83]

Hello folks,

springs are on their way,

got them direct from Eibach and they there super cheap $100 less than the cheapest budget ones here. so happy will keep you posted

Does any one know where i can get a lip like this?

http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz215/Adam_83/Suspension_zps8xgvqchs.jpg

cheers folks

[Jasemas]

Nice work on the springs man!
As for the lip
No idea lol
Have a post on 'Accord Nation" its a facebook page and see what they say

[Adam_83]

Nice work on the springs man!
As for the lip
No idea lol
Have a post on 'Accord Nation" its a facebook page and see what they say

cheers for the advice i will have a look

[Adam_83]

These look legit to you guys,

sadly i don't trust anyone and wanted to make sure ...

http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz215/Adam_83/20150122_094108_zpskttxig3y.jpg

box looks old
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instructions
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what do you think the chap i spoken to seems pretty straight up and google would suggest that it is the correct business address

John Kayik | Sales Eibach
Eibach Suspension Technology Pty Limited | 3/4 Prosperity Parade | Warriewood NSW 2107 | Australia
T +61 2 9999 3655
F + 61 2 9999 3855
john@eibach.com.au
www.eibach.com.au

the ABN checks out the product looks good just want to make sure,

also if you need springs cheap speak to this guy above,,... if they aren't fake that is as i had issues with my Tein Suspension on my integra but all turned out to be legit

thanks for the help

adam

[Baby Face]

yeh they look like real springs

[Adam_83]

Told you i was addicted to Honda's hahaha :wave:

may latest purchase

http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz215/Adam_83/20150124_134755_zpsi5ihyqcl.jpg

[Jasemas]

That's a paddlin'

[EKVTIR-T]

dat brand loyalty

[connorling]

nice one mate.
Perth Honda Club is having a cruise this month.
check it out.
http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?185683-PHC-Feb-2015-Perth-Honda-Club-Cruise!&p=3946930#post3946930

[cbauto]

dat brand loyalty
something you wouldn't know about.

[mocchi]

what a beast

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/customavatars/avatar45584_1.gif

[Adam_83]

Hello Folks,

me again,

the advice was great thanks, i went to Malaga suspension and they did all they could for me and really did a good job, only downside is that the rear does not have a camber adjustment so i am driving with 2.75 degrees of negative camber on the back, looks like the car has been kicked in the nutts lol

now this is where you guys come in,

i assume in need an adjustable camber kit but..... do i need top and bottom? or would just the top do the job

i have read that they are from 0 to +3 degrees but to pull it straight would i need it to go -3 degrees if it is sitting at +3 on standard camber arms?

or do i just need the lower arm to pull the lower in?

does that make sense as my brain is letting me down.

any advice would be great.

cheers

ad

[Adam_83]

p.s. cheers folks for the help as don't know many people this side of the world so really appreciate your assistance

[RenzokukenJ]

np met

[mugenkit]

Great one ~! looks:thumbsup: nice

[curtis265]

You only need one arm to do the adjustments

one very strong arm

[Adam_83]

You only need one arm to do the adjustments

one very strong arm

haha got one http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ROyOp3JJHHQ/T0lftcRU2GI/AAAAAAAAACY/i2B-TGBoTPY/s1600/uneven%2Barms.png

i assume this is a joke but which arm do i need, top or bottom?..

p.s. left or right is not an answer lol

http://static.comicvine.com/uploads/original/5/57746/1842832-facepalm_homer.jpg

[Vvvtec]

front and back

[RenzokukenJ]

my lips
my back
lick my pussy and my crack

[u mad?]

my nips
my sack

like my frankfurt and my sack

[VT3C]

Hello folks,

Does any one know where i can get a lip like this?

http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz215/Adam_83/Suspension_zps8xgvqchs.jpg

cheers folks

shoot me email if you after the JDM 'Inspire' Modulo lip, is still available through Gaijin-Garage along with side-skirts..

but please note, the photo you posted has the JDM 'Inspire' lip on a USDM Accord.. if you look at the photo I have posted below (actual item) you will see the difference in USDM Bumper... so perhaps the owner has required some modification to fit the lip, either way it still looks badass. The JDM 'Inspire' bumper looks to be identical to yours so your AUSDM Accord Fitment should be perfect.

28224

Shoot me an email if you are interested: bede@gaijin-garage.com

We have JDM 'Inspire' badges too... :)

[Adam_83]

hahaha thanks folks but joking aside....

the front is running great... it is just the back that is rocking a 3 degree negative camber,

so would in need top and bottom adjustable arms or just top or just bottom.

i was going to look in to eccentric bolts or bushed but dont think this will give the the correction.

http://www.valuepicturehosting.com/accounts/10006012000/images/camber_illustration_lower_rear4.jpg

or

http://www.meganracing.com/uploadImage/small/7302010_103133_4804_CMBRBLT-14MM.jpg

[Adam_83]

so i assume i need to pull the bottom in not push the top out?

sorry i'm not too clued up on this just dont want to chew tires any more lol and worried if i just get one arm it might not give the correction i need

cheers folks

[curtis265]

so i assume i need to pull the bottom in not push the top out?

sorry i'm not too clued up on this just dont want to chew tires any more lol and worried if i just get one arm it might not give the correction i need

cheers folks

HI Adam

Unfortunately none of us know what the suspension design of your car is (i.e double wishbone or macphherson struts)

There should be a pretty standard kit available

[Adam_83]

HI Adam

Unfortunately none of us know what the suspension design of your car is (i.e double wishbone or macphherson struts)

There should be a pretty standard kit available

that is a good point i will find the set up i have

cheers

[Baby Face]

http://s3.amazonaws.com/rparts-illustrations/strapr1/949ae56856427af0ec55651401733b64/ed86284d97e8079c17674408aa00d766.gif

according to that i would guess its a Doule wishbone set up. you could maybe find an eccentric bolt to adjust the lower arm, or find an adjustable lower arm that has a turn buckle style. check the US forums they play with these cars more

[Baby Face]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Megan-Blue-Adjustable-Rear-Upper-Camber-Control-Arm-For-04-08-TSX-03-07-Accord-/121462523278?hash=item1c47bb058e&vxp=mtr
http://www.hardrace.com/Product_detail.asp?id=1892&Car_Make=7&Car_Model=17&Car_Type=179
(http://www.hardrace.com/Product_detail.asp?id=1892&Car_Make=7&Car_Model=17&Car_Type=179)or something like that, turn buckle for the top.