The Batmobile

[Troy]

Needs description! Looks nice Mike, did you see them at a racing track?

[Mikecivic78]

Just a nice pic of facelifted EK9s.

Who knows what's under their bonnets.

Obviously it's taken in Japan.

[Troy]

Haha it wasn't obvious to me when I posted. They do look nice, as much as I would usually prefer white when it comes to car colours, I think that blue one looks so sweet with the white rims.

[mikey72]

hay guise.

How is may 14th looking for everyone, free? coz cruise may be then.

[Troy]

Afternoon but not morning for me.

[mikey72]

EOI Thread up now! (http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?148745-EOI-Gold-Coast-Tamborine-Cruise&p=2995387#post2995387)

Reply quick guys so i can setup up an official event.

[Mikecivic78]

My EM1 is now slammed. Thanks for the help Brett!

[Troy]

Pics anywhere?

[Mikecivic78]

soon man, I'm so busy atm, plus it's too rainy to take a pic atm :-s

[Mikecivic78]

Here's a pic. Finally slammed. http://i55.tinypic.com/2116u6g.jpg

[ekcoupe]

Looks so much nicer Mike:thumbsup: How do you go with gettin it up your driveway?

[Mikecivic78]

Looks so much nicer Mike:thumbsup: How do you go with gettin it up your driveway?

Surprisingly, the driveway hasn't been a problem. I just make sure to take it nice and slow. Some places are a bit scary, so I'm taking it easy. I've noticed some dips in the road can make it make a slight sound in the front, but I'm not sure if its the stuts compressing or slight scrapeage on the lip. *edit* - yes it was the lip, it has some new scrapeage on the bottom.

I've started playing around with the damper adjustment... making it firmer and firmer. It handles really well, everytime I drive it I get excited. Got a wheel alignment today and on the way home I came head to head with an EK4. We both wound it out, was awesome. I can take corners with so much speed now, it's given me new confidence.

It also gets more looks now, due to the tough stance. I'm lovin' it.

[Mikecivic78]

So Timmy, what about this meet and fast and furious you were talking about last time I saw u?

On second thought, sounds good.

[ekcoupe]

Surprisingly, the driveway hasn't been a problem. I just make sure to take it nice and slow. Some places are a bit scary, so I'm taking it easy. I've noticed some dips in the road can make it make a slight sound in the front, but I'm not sure if its the stuts compressing or slight scrapeage on the lip.

I've started playing around with the damper adjustment... making it firmer and firmer. It handles really well, everytime I drive it I get excited. Got a wheel alignment today and on the way home I came head to head with an EK4. We both wound it out, was awesome. I can take corners with so much speed now, it's given me new confidence.

It also gets more looks now, due to the tough stance. I'm lovin' it.

Awesome man that's what ya wanted:)

So what's next for the em1?


So Timmy, what about this meet and fast and furious you were talking about last time I saw u?

On second thought, sounds good.

Yeah i think it was tonight but not many cars were going so i decided not to go.

[Mikecivic78]

yea, it was lip scrapeage, I just checked it. I firmed the struts up to 50%, hopefully it should stop it from dipping and scraping.

What's next... jeez, I haven't thought about that. I'm just gonna save some cash up in the bank for now and think about that later.

[Troy]

Looking good Mike, very nice. :D

[Gio]

when are you getting new wheels mike :P

Are they 17's? Looks so much better low :)

Check this bad boy http://firesport.com.au/2008-mugen-rr-eoi-car-trading-point-sales--ad181884.htm

[Mikecivic78]

when are you getting new wheels mike :P

Are they 17's? Looks so much better low :)

Check this bad boy http://firesport.com.au/2008-mugen-rr-eoi-car-trading-point-sales--ad181884.htm

Thanks man.

The wheels are 16s.

17s are for riceboys IMO, but each to his own.

I'm not a big fan of my wheels, but I don't wanna fork out for new ones. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

[Troy]

You gonna upgrade to that RR Chris? :D

[Gio]

Maybe its the profile of the tire that makes them look bigger. Yeah 17s are homo lol.

Hahaha if I was rolling in cash i'd buy it get someone to film me rallying in it and then post it on OH and see how long it takes for me to get assassinated.

[Mikecivic78]

found out what was scraping... it was the blood loose splash guard, phyew! I did manage to scrape a tiny bit a little tonight on a dip in the road in Red Hill. Just gotta be careful and learn which places are no go zones.


here's some more spam for today. http://i55.tinypic.com/wjtbn6.jpg

[Mikecivic78]

In answer to your previous question Timmy, my next mod is smoked tail lights. I reckon it'll look good on a silver car. I've just ordered the tint.

[Vvvtec]

Mike that's fckuing nice man! I've noticed EM1's tend to be able to go very low on the front yet have some height at the rear.

With the damper settings, how far have you gone so far? And what do you think will be the optimal setting? Stiffer on the rear and softer up front or the other way round? And how does it feel when you get towards the stiffer settings? Do you find if it's very stiff you encounter more understeer (mostly due to shit Australian roads more than anything else)?

You and i have to get together soon, I like the sounds of a 'vtir night' lol, should be good. You got my number, text me when your free bro! :)

[Vvvtec]

Ps that's almost exactly the sort of height i want my dc2 to drop to. Form with function. Who said you can't have both???

[Mikecivic78]

I've been playing with my damper settings, I'm still working out what is the right balance. I'll let you know when I finally settle on a setting.

However, I imagine your coilovers will be different. As a general rule of thumb, should be firmer up front and softer at the rear, but don't quote me, I'm still learning.

I'm not getting understeer, it has great response/feel. Feels much less like a FWD, great tried and true Spring/shock combo.

Tomorrow I'm trying 75% firm front and 50% rear.

[mikey72]

anyone want to go to drive ins next weekend? Thor and Fast and the furious 5! $16.00

[Mikecivic78]

Sounds good Mikey.

[ekcoupe]

In answer to your previous question Timmy, my next mod is smoked tail lights. I reckon it'll look good on a silver car. I've just ordered the tint.

Could look alright something different;)


anyone want to go to drive ins next weekend? Thor and Fast and the furious 5! $16.00

Yeah ill go let me know what time, cuz i work w/e

[Vvvtec]

I'm also keen for drive ins!

[mikey72]

Meet at BP yatala 6:30PM Saturday?

[ekcoupe]

Meet at BP yatala 6:30PM Saturday?

Works for me:)

about to upload some pics from today at Beezas

[ekcoupe]

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_0367.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_0720.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_0721.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_0690.jpg
Putting up the Windmill
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_0724.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_0728.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_1103.jpg

And Small shoot of Beeza's car:thumbsup:
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_1123.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_1124.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_1166.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_1171.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_1172.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_1189.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_1181.jpg

[mikey72]

thanks for the invite >.>

[ekcoupe]

Never Asked:p

[mikey72]

My saturday. :)

http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/4333/22301210150173040708601.jpg (http://img26.imageshack.us/i/22301210150173040708601.jpg/)

[ekcoupe]

Mikey you wanna race on Forza now?

[mikey72]

nah, that's a g27, xbox dont do compatability, its my gt5 rig :D

[ekcoupe]

That would be so much fun on gt5:D

[mikey72]

you're welcome to have a go whenever im free mate!

[ekcoupe]

Might take you up on that offer, aslong as were both free

[mikey72]

nah man, you have to be busy. :P

[mikey72]

Iyamboredthisisspammm

[Troy]

No spammers allowed!

http://i634.photobucket.com/albums/uu68/CraneBoomer/banstick.jpg

[mikey72]

Troyzy what are you doing mate?!

so bored today that i wrote my first DIY

CHECK IT! (http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?148986-%28CL9%29-Quick-amp-Easy-Fog-Lamp-Swap.&p=2998849#post2998849)

[beeza]

Here's a pic. Finally slammed. http://i55.tinypic.com/2116u6g.jpg

Nice as!

Big Change from the stock set up.

Looks sweet and U can always drop it another perch at the rear when ya get confident at that level :)

[beeza]

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/1-7.jpg

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/2-5.jpg

[Gio]

^^^^LOL. Chilling beside Murbah High hahahaha


LOL TROY!! Banstick. lol

[Gio]

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Beezas%20Place/IMG_0367.jpg


This pic is nice. Did you edit this?

[Mikecivic78]

Nice as!

Big Change from the stock set up.

Looks sweet and U can always drop it another perch at the rear when ya get confident at that level :)

Yea mate, I will do that, but not yet. It's not an easy adjustment. Perfect drop in the front though :)

[mikey72]

I'm a member now!

[ekcoupe]

This pic is nice. Did you edit this?

Nah not really, just how the pic turned out

[beeza]

Dyno Vid:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWPoL_NPLq0

Bottom line is before,top is after.I lost no high end and pick up all the to red line,so stoked!

It was 1 deg. retarded,now it's 7 deg. advanced and $220 :)

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/100_1516.jpg

[mikey72]

nice beez, do you work at a mechanics?

[beeza]

hahaha Nah Mikey,why U ask that? :)

[mikey72]

just wondering :)

OH THE EPICNESS :D

LLLLLLLLLLLIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIINNNNNNNNNNNKKKKKKKKKKK KK (http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?149159-Saturday-Night-at-the-Drive-Ins!-Saturday-30th-April)

[beeza]

haha Thanks mate,cheers!!

All self taught here :) I knew diddley squat about cars 6 years ago,Thank God for the Internet!!

Oh,it's the Drive inn's! Timmy told me but I cant remember him saying the drive inn's!! :)

I'm keen,sounds great mate (little notice hehehe)

[Mikecivic78]

yea man, im down for the drive in... c if u can come Beez.

[beeza]

I can..just concerned about the weather,we'll just see tomorrow!

[Mikecivic78]

True

being at a drive in when it's rainy aint fun

[beeza]

Yeah..

Rain rain rain

My car weighs 1050kg without driver :)

[Troy]

Did you get it weighed Brett? Where?

I am interested in what my car weighs.

Also I tried to take the rear spoiler off but it is stuck on something fierce. Research says to use tooth floss and a hair dryer! Problem is the Mrs does not have a hair dryer. Anyone done this before, got some advice?

[ekcoupe]

Did you get it weighed Brett? Where?

I am interested in what my car weighs.

Also I tried to take the rear spoiler off but it is stuck on something fierce. Research says to use tooth floss and a hair dryer! Problem is the Mrs does not have a hair dryer. Anyone done this before, got some advice?

I used a fishing line an a hair dryer on my old car, that works quite easy or you can just pay a panel beater to remove it

[Troy]

Tim come and help me on the weekend then mate. :)

[ekcoupe]

Tim come and help me on the weekend then mate. :)

I work w/e but if i have time tomorrow ill let ya know

[mikey72]

so who's cleaned/polished there car for tonight?! :D

[Troy]

Not me haha. But I did take it to the tyre shop this morning for rotate/balance and top up the nitrogen.

Have fun guys.

[Troy]

Oh and Tim it would have to be afternoon if at all... boys have swimming lesson in the morning then we're having a picnic lunch for 2nd birthday! Or Monday is a public holiday.

Would be cool if ya could but no worries. :)

[ekcoupe]

Oh and Tim it would have to be afternoon if at all... boys have swimming lesson in the morning then we're having a picnic lunch for 2nd birthday! Or Monday is a public holiday.

Would be cool if ya could but no worries. :)

Monday would be better, Where did you want to meet up?

[Troy]

My place of course! If you come up I will make sure there is an extra plate of goodness for breakfast/lunch/dinner for you if you like. I could even make Mi Goreng for you :)

Otherwise if it's too much hassle then I will come down to yours if you like?

[Troy]

So we caught up at Brett's. And snapped a bit of fishing line, the spoiler is not coming off any time soon! But the boys had a great time thanks Brett and Tim. You should have heard the stories mum got told over dinner when we got home!

Tim I think you should be scared mate. It's not gonna take too many mods before I can whip your car! We were pretty close I should think! The mighty Accord, complete with air conditioning! (But I do love your car, it's just so tight and well done).

[mikey72]

ill race ya brett :P

[Troy]

You'd probably win Mikey. But it's not the point. At the moment in my mind, Brett's Civic > Mikey's Euro. I just see how much work he's done to it, it's so nice and tight. Obviously if Brett wanted his car to be all about outright power then he would have done an engine swap long ago.

Actually I don't know, while you might have outright power (and therefore would probably win over the 1/4 mile), I'd like to see you against him on a track. The Civic is light, low, and handles extremely well (and I should know, I have ridden in it, sweeeeet).

[beeza]

Cheers Troy!

I weighed it at the rubbish tip near home.

Thanks for poping by yesterday guys :)

[Troy]

Yep was a great afternoon thanks. Will post up a pic when I get home, the boys had a yummy egg for breakfast! It seemed to be extra yummier than usual according to them!

[beeza]

Noice!

I did try one 3-4 weeks ago and it did taste real nice as far as I remember eggs tastin' hehe

They are fully Organic/Free range :)

[Troy]

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk165/fpvdrif6/P50345361024x768.jpg

[beeza]

haha kool


ill race ya brett :P

Lets do it! :)

[Gio]

haha troy, artistic photo!

Beeza, weather nice and crisp down there atm, best time of year down there :)

[beeza]

So True aye.

Love Autumn!!

[Troy]

Was a beaut afternoon on Monday, you missed out Gio!

[ekcoupe]

Was a great afternoon, Troy i was very surprised with how your accord went if you did a few suspension mods an weight reduction it would be a hella fun car:), i was being cautious on that drive home cuz of cops an it being a public holiday.

Those traffic jams sucked on the way home:thumbdwn:

[Troy]

Yes I was very late home, lucky the Mrs decided to cook up the dinner for me (it was my turn on dinner).

Some weight reduction, hhhmmm how about "uninstalling" the children and related peripherals I had!!!

Always pays to be cautious, I would love to give it a proper burn on a race track. It's just too dangerous on the open road, I am driving in and out daily for my work and there are always just so many people out there who should not be on the road. Not to mention dangerous cars as well.

Also tell me about that megarazin contraption you had hooked up to your battery. What is the theory behind it? Where did you get it from? Did you say it was $100?

[ekcoupe]

Yeah i know way too many stupid drivers around the gold coast lol, Everyone is just in a rush...

It's a condenser the pivot mega raizin what it does is supply a stable voltage too all the electrics in the car, I was very impressed after a few days of driving, Improved the audio quality, has much better throttle response, has a smoother idle, an something me n beez noticed it had a deeper exhaust tone.

Introducing the latest and most advanced member in the RAIZIN family of products, our premium model "Mega-RAIZIN" or "Purple RAZIN", born into a lineup which since 2003 has won praise from the world over for its quality and proven performance enhancement. By increasing condenser capacity and through improve-ments made to circuitry, not only has voltage stability been enhanced, but our newly improved voltage meter means improved voltage supply which in turn means no loss in battery life or performance and the possibility of reaching 100% performance.

Pivot Mega Raizin VS-M Voltage Stabilizer
Hyper Voltage Stabilizer
Increase Horse Power & Torque
Better Throttle Response
Improve (ICE) Audio Sound Quality
Longer battery life
Improve Fuel Efficiency
Increase Head Light Brightness
Improve Ignition Flow, Strengthen Starting Power Up
Stabilized Voltage & Improve Engine Performance
Specially Designed For Water & Heat Resistance
Digital display to notify voltage stability & working condition of the product
Made In Japan


I bought it off eBay for $90 overseas seller an it's genuine, there is alot of fake pivot raizins around so be careful if your thinking of getting one

[Troy]

Ah OK I was spelling it wrong. Here is the webpage: http://www.pivotracing.com/product/VS-M

Here is one on eBay:
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NIB-PIVOT-MEGA-RAIZIN-VOLTAGE-STABILIZER-REGULATOR-/120624359336?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1c15c5a7a8

This one look genuine? All of them seem too cheap except for one from the UK, $180 yeah right!

[newpaddy3]

How do those things work? Are you sure it's not a placebo effect?

[ekcoupe]

Ah OK I was spelling it wrong. Here is the webpage: http://www.pivotracing.com/product/VS-M

Here is one on eBay:
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NIB-PIVOT-MEGA-RAIZIN-VOLTAGE-STABILIZER-REGULATOR-/120624359336?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1c15c5a7a8

This one look genuine? All of them seem too cheap except for one from the UK, $180 yeah right!

Nah That's Fake, there's a few ways to identify fakes http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?131876-Fake-Pivot-Raizins

Also heres the one i got - EDIT: Wrong Link - click (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Pivot-MEGA-RAIZIN-VS-M-Volt-Stabilizer-Made-Japan-/130509196554?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1e62f44d0a)


How do those things work? Are you sure it's not a placebo effect?

It just connects to the battery.... nah i noticed a big difference after install, then i let Brett borrow it for the night an he noticed the difference in his car aswell.

[Gio]

eggs on toast would go down well at the moment

[Troy]

Yeah I am hungry as!!! Gonna raid a corner store for morning tea shortly methinks.

Thanks for that info Tim. I might look into it a bit more. Actually Brett did you say you wanted to upgrade yours? I'll buy the old one off ya?

[beeza]

How do those things work? Are you sure it's not a placebo effect?

No way!

Such a good product.

I'll just run both raizen's Troy,they work great together!!

[Troy]

Haha might as well hook up 5 of them!!!

[ekcoupe]

Been wanting too take some shots at this warehouse next to where beeza works, i opened up the garage an we drove our cars in lol

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1355.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1359-1.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1282.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1362-1.jpg

More Pics to come tomorrow night

[mikey72]

wow. just wow.

i need to get in there!

[beeza]

Fa-Shaw!!

[Troy]

Is it abandoned or something?

[ekcoupe]

It seems abandoned, everything was open so you can just walk around inside, i found a unlocked garage door.

[mikey72]

big enough for a group shoot? :)

[ekcoupe]

Possibly, I'm keen to go back, Its right near pacific fair

[mikey72]

when? :D

[ekcoupe]

In a week or so?

[mikey72]

ye sweet just let us know :)

[ekcoupe]

How bout a Sunday in the afternoon '4pm good time for lighting' 15th or 22nd?

[mikey72]

15th. 22nd is track day.

[ekcoupe]

Yeah cool

Sunday 15th May
Time: 4pm
Location: Next To Pacific Fair, Broadbeach

Anyone keen?

[mikey72]

pac fair? gotta get off m-way then get back on? umadbro?

[ekcoupe]

lol that's where the warehouse is

[mikey72]

oh i thought beeza was in murbah?

[ekcoupe]

He does live in murbah but he also part time works on the gc

[ekcoupe]

More pics
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1285.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1304.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1377-1.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1337.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1334.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1351-1.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/sib16/Abandoned%20Warehouse%20Shoot/IMG_1327-1.jpg

[mikey72]

Who likes peanut butter sandwiches?

[Alexx]

pretty gangster location

[beeza]

^^ Forsure Hey Alex! MAD!

The gates are locked today..

One of those random things,just gotta catch it unlocked..

Pics R Sick!

[Troy]

Someone was reading this thread and thought "oh bother I forgot to lock it up" :D

[beeza]

haha,someone has the key and is maybe thinking about doing something with the spot.

It used to be a fibreglass boat building spot.

[beeza]

Cancel that,there's no lock!

The gates were just closed :)

[beeza]

Who likes peanut butter sandwiches?

Haha,beau and I,it's a treat thing (once or twice a month..)

Love the last shot,'a guy and his car' OR 'beeza and his ride' :)

[Gio]

^^^ sick shots, last one is great, full on fast and the furious style lol

[mikey72]

Probably nearly a year back it started off a Gold Coast Honda group which i've kind of put aside for a while due to business.

So i went to the work wear store today to get some new boots, whilst i was there i also got a price on some motorsport shirts. Guy basically said 30 per shirt. or discounts on multiple shirts.

I was just wondering who would be interested in a Mechanics shirt with some sort of logo for ~$30. To wear out and represent the group for oh cruises and meets but also for going to JDMST/other meets.

If theres some interest ill post up the shirts.

[Troy]

Just wear OzHonda shirt? Because I already got one :D

[mikey72]

still on for tomoro? i dont have a camera btw

EDIT: i may actually have a new 3d non slr camera.

[Troy]

What is tomorrow!!! Oh noes :(

[ekcoupe]

He means get a few shots in that warehouse. If ya want, but there's a chance it may be closed/locked

[Troy]

Ah yeah not too bothered about that. My car isn't really that great for photoshoots right now. It's not running properly so if you have mechanic skillz come and fix it for me. It just keeps cutting out. My dad replaced the ignition module inside the distributor (apparently this is a common problem) but sadly it hasn't gone away...

[Sexc86]

keep up the good thred mate !

[mikey72]

dammit dammit dammit gotta pull out for today sorry :( this sucks :(

[beeza]

keep up the good thred mate !

Thanks Lyle!

Hope your well mate :)

Gettin' Scary @ work hehehehe

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/Scream-Mask2.jpg

Edited:

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/Scream-Mask21.jpg

Were sellin' em' on ebay :)

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Scream-Movie-Horror-Costume-Mask-Seen-Scream-1-4-/300556688949?pt=AU_Movie_Memorabilia&hash=item45fa931e35

[TheSaint]

over 115 pages on an intro thread ... shouldnt this be moved to builds? lawl

[beeza]

Whateva lol

Lets put it in the 'EPIC Threads' section :)

[Gio]

^hahaha. where do you work now beez?

[beeza]

Just helpin' Dad out in the warehouse :)

I like it,we play music n muck around a bit!

Just packin boxes and stuff like that.

[Troy]

Brett, what is the red box thingo up in the corner of your engine bay? Other side from the battery.

[beeza]

MSD Ignition Box.

It gives multiple sparks,6-7 vs the stock 1-2 for every rotation of the crankshaft.

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?119576-DIY-MSD-Ignition-System-Install

[Troy]

Thanks

[TheSaint]

Whateva lol

Lets put it in the 'EPIC Threads' section :)

i think we should start a petition to have an "epic" forum added to the board index =D

[beeza]

Fa-Shaw!

:)

[Troy]

Any good rain down your way today Brett?

[beeza]

It poured in the arvo,tis all.

Hey,Great effort on Lakeside Mike!!!

[Mikecivic78]

cheers mate. Lakeside is truly the heart of QLD racing. Def a world-class circuit.

[beeza]

Mad,psyched!

The 18th of June is the next practice day at Lakeside,it's a saturday.

Did Jeff in his black datsun catch and overtake bigtone?

Jeff's car is fast! High boost...but could he use it out there and take over the b18c7? :)

[Mikecivic78]

I didn't see him overtake, but the Datto looked fast. I have a couple of videos of the datto through hungry corner on my camera. I only posted 3 on Youtube, but I have about 10 vids stilll on my camera.

So how much for practice, do you know?

[beeza]

Cool cool

It's about $160 for full day,120 for half

It's my sisters birthday/wedding then so I can go on the next one 8th July,Friday.

And/OR QR on the 24th June :)

[Mikecivic78]

Cool cool

It's about $160 for full day,120 for half

It's my sisters birthday/wedding then so I can go on the next one 8th July,Friday.

And/OR QR on the 24th June :)

July 8th @ Lakeside looks like the best option. Lakeside is a difficult track, but that's what makes it so good. If you can go hard there, you can go hard anywhere. Full lakeside day sounds like the go, but hey, QR sounds good too!

We should post an event thread when we decide on the place and date.

[beeza]

Definately!

WOOT WOOT :)

[Mikecivic78]

@ Mikey. So you've almost paid off the Euro, right?

Almost time to mod the crap out of it :P?

Drop it mate. I really recommend Koni Yellows and your springs of choice :)

Slammed Euro looks gangsta IMO.

[mikey72]

first off is complete ultra racing chassis reinforcement package

[newpaddy3]

Should gut it, then turbo the K + suspension upgrade.

[mikey72]

supacharga!

[newpaddy3]

with drag tires

[Troy]

And parachute on the rear bumper.

[Troy]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEtWe-Wk_BU

[Troy]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ci179HC4PY&NR=1&feature=fvwp

[mikey72]

Omnom been at work since 5 been on double time since 8!

[Vvvtec]

Yeww haha I'm doin 30 hours this weekend, 10 of which will be time and a half tomorrow :D

Working hard, but playing harder haha

[mikey72]

And the modding begins!

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/985/24088710150205948683601.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/11/24088710150205948683601.jpg/)

[Mikecivic78]

@ Mikey - lower the beast. Do it now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
http://i56.tinypic.com/ndojh0.jpg

[mikey72]

not yet.

[Mikecivic78]

Worth buying? If the Mrs lets me.... might have to wait until after I get tax return...
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280685097789&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

[Vvvtec]

Gahh.. For an extra $400 you can have a SET of SR3's.

SR3's are brilliant. Shit all over the later model (SR4) Recaro's. Plus, that seat looks like arse. Literally, dirty as fcuk.

[Mikecivic78]

yea, it does look crappy. I think I'll pass.

Sr3s for 1000. Where can I find them? + rails would cost an extra 300 each = 1600 bucks. Maybe I might consider it.

Sr3s are pretty flat and unsupportive though... more style than substance IMO.

My main aim for the car is streeter and part-time weekend track day warrior. I'd be happy with just one seat. The bride seat looks dirty, but look at the bolsters, that would really keep me in my seat on the track twisties.

[Vvvtec]

Sr4's are flat and unsupportive... If you think sr3's are bad, try the 4's... SUCH a step back from the previous design... Sr3 FTW.

Just keep an eye out Mike, I've seen sets in great condition go for just over a $1k.

[Mikecivic78]

Sr4's are flat and unsupportive... If you think sr3's are bad, try the 4's... SUCH a step back from the previous design... Sr3 FTW.

Just keep an eye out Mike, I've seen sets in great condition go for just over a $1k.

Is that with or without EK9 rails?

[Mikecivic78]

just found this site: http://www.j-imports.com.au/uSeats.htm

I guess if the sr3s don't support me enough I could look into a racing harness.

BTW, how much is mod plate/ engineers certificate?

[beeza]

$140 Mike :)

[Mikecivic78]

thanks Brett!

[mikey72]

Grom is in and it works great!

Next step: Replace worn genuine floor mats with new genuine floor mats. It's gonna cost!

[Vvvtec]

Is that with or without EK9 rails?

Lookie... (http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?150407-Red-SR3-EK9-Recaros-EK9-Rails)

[Mikecivic78]

Lookie... (http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?150407-Red-SR3-EK9-Recaros-EK9-Rails)

Sounds awesome, but only prob with buying seats is interstate shipping for seats is expensive (they are so large) and used seats def have to be viewed personally. Might be even worth a cheap flight to view them perhaps.

I'm gonna se if I can source locally, but I'm not ready to commit to but right now anyways.

[Troy]

Mikey what is a grom?

[mikey72]

It plugs into the spare port on my factory radio to give me a 3.5mm auxiliary port.

[Troy]

Ah. I hope you didn't spend too much on it then.

[mikey72]

~50 bucks

[mikey72]

oh btw 7 weeks max til the car is paid off. i could probly do sooner but i wanna save the rest for mods mods mods

[mikey72]

who can guess what today is?

[Troy]

I don't have to guess. I know.

Today is Sunday.

[mikey72]

http://img836.imageshack.us/img836/7355/sfdhasfh.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/836/sfdhasfh.jpg/)

[Vvvtec]

Aww happy birthday mikey!!! :)

[Troy]

Wanna do quick meet up Mikey?

[mikey72]

haha what?

[ekcoupe]

Happy Birthday Mikey!!:cake:

[Mikecivic78]

Happy Birthday Mikey. Wow, my birthday is June 1st, real close to yours.

I had a big birthday party in the city on Friday night. I didn't invite you guys because I know brissy is a bit out of the way. Oh well, maybe next time.

BTW, what's your facebook guys? Timmy, Alex, Troy, Mikey? I always advertise my events there.

[mikey72]

mikey richmond

[Mikecivic78]

is that you on FB in the yellow shirt with the sunnies on Mikey?

[Vvvtec]

Alex Dziadosz :)

[mikey72]

yep yep

when i had my beard

[ekcoupe]

Tim Mcgrath

[Troy]

No social networking sites at all.

[Mikecivic78]

Alex Dziadosz :)

dude are you Polish?


No social networking sites at all.
thats a shame


Tim Mcgrath

Might have to get an email there Tim. I can't find you, too many Tim Mcgraths :(

[Troy]

After he polish his car he can polish my car.

[Vvvtec]

dude are you Polish?

100%... Apart from the fact I was born here, but my entire family is polish, hence the name haha. Can't really speak polish much, although I understand a bit.

[Mikecivic78]

100%... Apart from the fact I was born here, but my entire family is polish, hence the name haha. Can't really speak polish much, although I understand a bit.
Wow mate, I was born there, came here at 4 y.o. I speak it with my parents and all.

[Vvvtec]

Haha thats awesome! What part? My mums side is from the south, near the Czech border and dads from the north east.

My older bro just came back from living in Gdansk for a year!

[beeza]

Nice nice.

That's Kool!!

[Troy]

No Brett! You are Kool!

Not a shame Mike, it's tough these days online. I have hardly any time as it is, let alone to waste on "social networking". Plus reading all the spam emails associated with same. I didn't even mention yet I don't own a TV.

OzHonda is social networking for me!

[Mikecivic78]

Haha thats awesome! What part? My mums side is from the south, near the Czech border and dads from the north east.

My older bro just came back from living in Gdansk for a year!

Yea mate, we are from Krakow. My parents are my only relatives in Australia, everyone else still live in Europe.

[Troy]

Honda. Uniting nationalities.

It's cool seeing where you guys are all from! I was born here, grew up here, live here. Literally it's 15 minutes to the hospital where I was born from where I live. Haha.

[mikey72]

i was born in the strange land of...


Western Sydney!

[Troy]

I lived in Penrith for 18 months! We could be, like, best mates yo!

[mikey72]

Liverpool reppin'

[Troy]

Yep went to a few different pubs there at the time. There was a local band from around that area... The Karpis Cronies. (http://www.mp3.com.au/TheKarpisCronies) Seems they are disbanded now. I used to follow them around and jammed a few times with them on stage. Man that was the good times. They would always come out to the Great Western Bar in Penrith on Wednesday nights, they had a jam night where you could rock up and play.

My best was singing and playing bass with the house band, "I Will Survive" by Cake. Damn I miss those days. $6 jugs!

[mikey72]

no way i play drums and bass!

[Vvvtec]

And I play bass! Holy smokes! Ozhonda jam!!

[Troy]

My main instrument is guitar, I believe I forgot to mention. I think we may have some tunes coming up. :D

But it's been a few years now, no doubt I'll be a bit rusty (not to mention the strings would be a bit rusty also). Also, I can sing... but you probably wouldn't want to hear it.

[mikey72]

gchonda band biatches!

[beeza]

I lived in Penrith for 18 months! We could be, like, best mates yo!

I lived there for 10 years! LOL


I fitted some Ultra racing fender braces.

They are GREAT,very stoked with em'

Can hook dem' corners hard now :)

Thanks Timmy for the recommendation mate!

A product I couldn't recommend more is Liqiud Moly's 'Low friction Oil treatment'

And the best part is,it will pay for itself cause the engine has to work less = lessrpm/effort.

[Mikecivic78]

I lived there for 10 years! LOL


I fitted some Ultra racing fender braces.

They are GREAT,very stoked with em'

Can hook dem' corners hard now :)

Thanks Timmy for the recommendation mate!

A product I couldn't recommend more is Liqiud Moly's 'Low friction Oil treatment'

And the best part is,it will pay for itself cause the engine has to work less = lessrpm/effort.

Nice one mate! I'll come over and we'll swap cars so u can feel the new sussy on mine and I can try out ur new setup.

No new plans for the em1, apart from saving up for some good, used red recaros (they must be red). I'm in desperate need of more supportive seats, especially for when I hit the track.

Insurance is up for renewal in 30 days. Premium is up ($854 - WTF?) and value has gone down. They wanna give me a value of 7,500 for the EM1, can u believe that? I gotta weigh up my options. If my car is written off or stolen, I stand to lose some serious money. Dammit, I'm gonna get onto it now.

[Troy]

Insurance are pricks and scammers

[Troy]

Ultra Racing's Fender bars will spread out the force of impact and strengthen that particular section, it will also prevent further damage and will offer stable handling. This is recommended for users with aftermarket shocks/coilovers. Cool cool sounds interesting Brett. You've got these now and noticed an improvement? :thumbsup:

Just a quick question for you all. I may have found a cheap set of coilovers for my car. They are used but do not have any info on the mileage they have done already, I am assured they are in good condition and no leaks. What I am wondering is the fronts are Tein brand and the rears are KYB brand, like matched pairs to make the kit or something. Any particular reason why this would not be recommended? I should think it would be alright but want some opinions.

What else would I need for the car, I keep reading about control arm kits and stuff. Do I need these now or can I get them later? Do I need them at all?

For sway bars I have been looking around, my car already has front and rear lower sway bars (I'm guessing from standard) so thinking about saving for upper bars as well?

At the end of the day just looking to improve handling, if I can lower it some as well then that's a secondary benefit.

Thanks guys.

[mikey72]

ultra racing is definatly what im getting! the full kit

[Troy]

Answer my question.

[Mikecivic78]

Cool cool sounds interesting Brett. You've got these now and noticed an improvement? :thumbsup:

Just a quick question for you all. I may have found a cheap set of coilovers for my car. They are used but do not have any info on the mileage they have done already, I am assured they are in good condition and no leaks. What I am wondering is the fronts are Tein brand and the rears are KYB brand, like matched pairs to make the kit or something. Any particular reason why this would not be recommended? I should think it would be alright but want some opinions.

What else would I need for the car, I keep reading about control arm kits and stuff. Do I need these now or can I get them later? Do I need them at all?

For sway bars I have been looking around, my car already has front and rear lower sway bars (I'm guessing from standard) so thinking about saving for upper bars as well?

At the end of the day just looking to improve handling, if I can lower it some as well then that's a secondary benefit.

Thanks guys.

KYB what and TEIN what? Find out the name of the models. And then find the spring rates/damper settings. Do your research man to see if they can be matched well.

What do you mean control arm kits? You mean camber kit? It's only advisable if your dropping it more than 2".

As far as sway bars go. Find a thicker Rear sway bar. That'll improve ur handling performance the most as a start. Get upper bars later. Strut bar should be the 1st one for upper braces.

[mikey72]

the more reinforcement the better

but remember more bars = more weight

[Troy]

If I was worried about weight, I'd be skinny like Tim. :D

[Troy]

Whatever sense you can make from this. I am waiting to hear from him.


the front are tein HA with cusco adj camber top, rear a kyb, made from alloy, so lighter, both are coilovers. coilover in gd cond, no leak at all

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v3357/227/23/638682463/n638682463_3006187_6662378.jpg

[Troy]

Thanks Mike, have asked those details for clarification.

So for the rear sway bar, you mean lower right? A thicker one will improve handling?

And for strut bar 1st for upper braces, you mean the front strut bar that goes like over the engine or thereabouts? I wouldn't mind one of these, they look cool. (I mean, I want the handling improvements, ahem)

[Mikecivic78]

Thanks Mike, have asked those details for clarification.

So for the rear sway bar, you mean lower right? A thicker one will improve handling?

And for strut bar 1st for upper braces, you mean the front strut bar that goes like over the engine or thereabouts? I wouldn't mind one of these, they look cool. (I mean, I want the handling improvements, ahem)

Yes, and yes again for both of your questions.

[Vvvtec]

Troy, a larger diameter rear sway bar will drastically improve handling. It will eradicate understeer to a large extent. Basically, the best way I can explain it is when you go into a corner with some speed, the rear of the car will effectively 'push' the front of the car around the corner. It kinda feels like the car is on a pivot, the front just goes where you point it, and it feels like the rear of the car is pushing you through the corner. Now couple that with a lower centre of gravity, aswell as a firmer shock setup (coilovers) and you will also negate alot of the body roll that you feel when taking a corner quickly.

Strut bars (the cool looking bars that go across the engine) will not do much on their own. They are the finishing piece in the suspension set up.

Get yourself a larger rear sway bar to begin with (and those coilovers if you can sus them out and get them for the right price) and you will never want to get out of your car. It will transform it 100%.

But yeah, you won't believe the difference a larger rear sway bar will make.

[Troy]

Haha awesome, I wub you all.

[Mikecivic78]

Whatever sense you can make from this. I am waiting to hear from him.



http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v3357/227/23/638682463/n638682463_3006187_6662378.jpg

These look well used and might be a bit shagged. What are the spring rates? And how much do they want for them? I wouldn't pay too much for 'em.

[Mikecivic78]

So Alex, you put those coilovers in yet?

[Mikecivic78]

I know I'm obsessed with my car. Here is one more slammin pic: http://i55.tinypic.com/111741c.jpg
And the rear underside: It needs to be cleaned :( http://i51.tinypic.com/2w69npg.jpg

talked to insurance: 920 premium and agreed value of $10K. They will insure the recaros when I get em too.

[mikey72]

HEY GUYS!

LOOK!

SEXY BEAUTIFUL WOMEN TOUCHING EACH OTHER! (http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?150668-Mt-Nebo-cruise-w-AMC)

[Troy]

Did not click. I am ashamed at you.

[mikey72]

click!

[Troy]

Always wanted to do a Nebo run, never done it. Might be in for this.

[Vvvtec]

I clicked!

And I'm with Troy. Never been up/down Nebo before, so if we can get some interest I'm keen!

[Mikecivic78]

strange you mentioned that, I'm taking my wife there tomorrow for long weekend Monday drive.

[Troy]

Delay until Saturday night. So what to do tomorrow then? Easy, just like you always seem to miss out on the other cruises... sleep in.

[mikey72]

so reply to nebo thread preez?

[Troy]

OK brakes are just slightly starting to shudder on heavy stopping, time for another brake service. Last time I was told the discs will be too thin to skim again. So I am looking for new discs and pads.

I have been researching pads and like the looks of EBC Greenstuff Premium 2000 (http://www.ebcbrakes.com/automotive/greenstuff_brake_pads/greenstuff_brake_pads_2000.shtml). Need to get some quotes up though, then need to look up some good discs. Want to get some with proper venting this time.

What do you guys use?

[mikey72]

best from australia would have to be DBA4000 Series slotted rotors. really good build quality, great performance to!

[mikey72]

How many people here own dogs?

[beeza]

I don't 'own' Woody but certainly give him lots of Love as he gives me! :)

Should be going racing at QR on friday for a practice day if anyone is keen.

[Mikecivic78]

man, I'm keen. I'm not prepped for racing yet, but I will certainly come to QR, I have the day off :)

[Troy]

Woody FTW. Great dog.

[beeza]

man, I'm keen. I'm not prepped for racing yet, but I will certainly come to QR, I have the day off :)

Stoked!

[beeza]

Woody FTW. Great dog.

FULLY!

I Love this pic,he was crashed hard that day and he left a big drool patch LOL

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/100_1482.jpg

Cause he's fully deaf he crashes hard but I was out that day,so he went deep hehehe :)

OK,1 more :)

He had just opened his eyes in the morning after I woke him :) He kinda just looks at ya for a couple of seconds and then gets excited!

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/100_1384.jpg

[beeza]

lil' Woody (like lil' Wayne :) )

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/100_1114.jpg

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/100_1081.jpg

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/100_1072.jpg

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/100_1002.jpg

http://i774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/beeza4/100_1007.jpg

[ekcoupe]

ahahaha Woody is too awesome, ill give ya a call in 10 bro:)

[Troy]

Never got ya call mate!

:D

[mikey72]

Let's have a day where we take our dogs to a dog park!

[ekcoupe]

lol;)

What ya been up too Troy? haven't really spoke in a while we need to catch up again...

Hey Mikey:wave:

[Troy]

Yeah just too busy eh. Work and family take up all my time.

[mikey72]

Tim!!!!

[Troy]

OK he is chasing me about these now, he's dropped to my price range but I already am gonna have to fork out for rotors and pads very soon... What do you guys think now?


hi mate, they done ard 15000km, fd hd it for ard 2yrs, my lowest will be $300 with postage, i want it gone, it gd for some1 who own accord. you can see all the rubber inside the shock its in gd cond, let me know if u want them.

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/268727_10150301814752464_638682463_9726068_6571627 _n.jpg
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/264378_10150301814187464_638682463_9726061_1685104 _n.jpg
http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/263076_10150301813267464_638682463_9726045_790424_ n.jpg
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/269865_10150301812407464_638682463_9726032_7424872 _n.jpg
http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/268727_10150301814752464_638682463_9726068_6571627 _n.jpg

Fronts are Tein HA and rears are Cusco Vacanza (not KYB).

[newpaddy3]

lol screw rotors and pads, you won't need to slow down with cornering ability you'll have with these bad boys. Unless it's a stop sign or red light... or a car park.

For $300 they look like a good deal, but can you save enough money in time to get new pads and rotors? Or can you drive conservatively enough?

[Troy]

Unless it's a stop sign or red light... or a car park.
Yeah... this.


but can you save enough money in time to get new pads and rotors? Or can you drive conservatively enough?
No. And no. :D

[[SDCTVE]]

Oh man, I haven't been on this forum in 3 years and this thread is still going lol

[beeza]

haha Thanks man!

Seductive!

I saw the name and was like 'Who dat?' hehehe

Still got the accord euro like it says there? :)

[beeza]

I would hold out Troy,those coils look a bit how ya goin...

[[SDCTVE]]

haha Thanks man!

Seductive!

I saw the name and was like 'Who dat?' hehehe

Still got the accord euro like it says there? :)

yea I actually just bought it, thats why I'm back on here, haha

I havent had a honda since i sold the teg in 2007

[Mikecivic78]

I would hold out Troy,those coils look a bit how ya goin...

hear hear, +1