EP3 Type R

[egads]

here you go


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[8a8y8]

yeah i read that and i still don;t understand what they want me to do
i been a member for more than 90days and i have posted in the forum before ???

[Philip Lee]

yeah i read that and i still don;t understand what they want me to do
i been a member for more than 90days and i have posted in the forum before ???

yeah kinda weird.

maybe make a post at site discussion forum as required?

btw what are you selling? lol

[sai_ANN]

you need to have at least one post quality point to be a member in order to sell (i.e. have a little green box under your avatar)

in order to get it you have to post something that's useful to another member and if it's noticed by a moderator (or somebody else who has at least 50 PQ already) then they can give you a PQ point...

[typercivic]

I didn't know that last time and said in this thread anyone interested in a gear boot i have leftover as I don't want to start a thread just for that and got told of and banned from selling for 6 months so I've got wind deflectors that i wanted to sell just sitting under my bed now lol should have read it better. Pm one of the mods to confirm if you don't understand to be safe.



btw what are you selling? lol

x 2 haha

[aaronng]

You need a post quality point. That is why. This is not the place to be asking this. Read the stickied thread in the FS section.

[8a8y8]

im not sure if i can post it here but heres the list

gruppm m intake
buddyclub extractors
Hondata kpro ecu tune with dyno reading 142kwatw
M & M honda strunt which clears the gruppe m
M & M honda engine damper
cusco rear strunt

that all i have atm i wanna strip everything back to standard and sell the car

will perfer selling it in 1 lot taking offers at the moment
it all on the car so for those who want it, they must come and take it off them self and they must put the factory one back on ( i have all factory parts so i will not be needing yours)

only been in the car for 1-2 months
and the car has only been driven on the track
so it hasn't seen much Kms

[8a8y8]

if this is not allowed mod just take it off
thanks

[SuperSteve]

Whats the name of shift boot that your using di ?

[8a8y8]

oh yeah i forgot about that
anyway too many people are pm me with individual items. I will perfer selling it all at one go

Just throw me some offer you never know you might just get lucky

[Nepolian]

Selling already :( what are you getting....new GTR :O

BTW....anyone going to WSID on the 11th??

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=91376&page=4

[sai_ANN]

Whats the name of shift boot that your using di ?

no name...it's just black leather with red stitching that was premade for all the EP3 owners that hate feeling like they're driving a truck :p

i have a friend who just went to a trim person and got one made...shouldn't be too expensive... :)

[typercivic]

i got mine here through this guy, quick postage as well.

http://www.mrgaiter.com/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=238

[egads]

i got mine here through this guy, quick postage as well.

http://www.mrgaiter.com/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=238


hows the fit and finish? pic of it installed thanks

[SuperSteve]

thanks for the info lads ill definately b looking into changing the stock shift boot, it looks ugly lol

[typercivic]

will take a photo for you in the morning and post up.

does anyone know if the rear plastic trim behind the seats near the boot will have to be removed/modified to fit a rear strut brace(cusco/J's racing)?

[sai_ANN]

i got mine here through this guy, quick postage as well.

http://www.mrgaiter.com/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=238

sounds familiar...i've got a feeling that i got it from this company too...but off ebay... :)

did you have any trouble fitting it?

[ekhybrid]

what is ur location

[typercivic]

sounds familiar...i've got a feeling that i got it from this company too...but off ebay... :)

did you have any trouble fitting it?

yeh he sells them on ebay as well so most likely same guy.

mine was a huge pain as the gaiter was way too long and big so after a lot of messing around had to cut it off at the top and fold in if it makes sense.

will get a photo up of how i did it and what it looks like as had a few ppl as for that.

how did you go with fitting yours? how did you do it so the top bit stays in under the chrome little round piece?

[typercivic]

8a8y8, did you have to take off the plastic trim or cut it for the rear cusco brace to fit? i'm assuming it's the brace that goes behind rear seats in the boot.

[8a8y8]

8a8y8, did you have to take off the plastic trim or cut it for the rear cusco brace to fit? i'm assuming it's the brace that goes behind rear seats in the boot.

take off the plastic trim

im in sydney

[sai_ANN]

yeh he sells them on ebay as well so most likely same guy.

mine was a huge pain as the gaiter was way too long and big so after a lot of messing around had to cut it off at the top and fold in if it makes sense.

will get a photo up of how i did it and what it looks like as had a few ppl as for that.

how did you go with fitting yours? how did you do it so the top bit stays in under the chrome little round piece?

most probably...lol..

i had a few issues as well...in my case it was a of a tight fit around the black bit...ended up heating the leather to stretch it over the black bit and also snipped little holes at the edge to hook onto the bits on the black bit so it has no chance of slipping off...

as for the top bit...the multi-purpose uses of cable ties come in handy...lol...basically the silver bit always stays next to the knob... :p

[Philip Lee]

and what method did you guys and girls used to take that plastic trim off the dash to do the boot??

thanks in advance.

[typercivic]

i can do a little d.i.y with pics for everyone on my gear boot and how to take of the dash and plastic trim if you want as had to do it to put fm expander on for stereo as well as boot.

basically, there are 3 clips, one at the bottom, top right and top left of the bottom section but pull out the bottom first then right and left but left one is a pain as pretty tough to get out as you don't want to break the clip.

[Nepolian]

and what method did you guys and girls used to take that plastic trim off the dash to do the boot??

thanks in advance.

Phil, you can use the "Two finger in the boot and pull" method, as seen in many old Chinese Shaolin movies :)

[sai_ANN]

Phil, you can use the "Two finger in the boot and pull" method, as seen in many old Chinese Shaolin movies :)

LOL...that's right...just be careful to be gentle otherwise you can break the clips... (no...i didn't do that...) :)

[Philip Lee]

Phil, you can use the "Two finger in the boot and pull" method, as seen in many old Chinese Shaolin movies :)

lol hahaha

[Frost_FD]

TyperCivic

was that you driving yesterday around 5pm on wellington st?
If so i saw your car

[typercivic]

i can't actually remember ha ha but probs would have been.

[Frost_FD]

i can't actually remember ha ha but probs would have been.

Are u chinese and good looking? hahaha must have been you

[typercivic]

no and im gonna say yes to the second one lol but seriously i wasn't driving it yesterday but would have been my car.

[SuperSteve]

typercivic a/s/l ?


LOL

[samsung001]

I'm just wondering if anyone here would have a same thought as me that to respray the stock rims in black or bronze(MY EP3 is in white)? Or even want to change another set of nicer and lighter rim?

[bradb16a]

my new rims for my ride got some RE-070's (225/45/17) to go with
and is there ever going to be a meet and greet for ep3 nsw owners.

[samsung001]

my new rims for my ride got some RE-070's (225/45/17) to go with
and is there ever going to be a meet and greet for ep3 nsw owners.

oh man. It looks really cool ! how much did u pay for it ?!

[questera]

I'm just wondering if anyone here would have a same thought as me that to respray the stock rims in black or bronze(MY EP3 is in white)? Or even want to change another set of nicer and lighter rim?

Personally for me, i will try to keep my original rims in their original color. Respraying will cost around $100 each rims so i would rather get a new set of wheels.

what size would you prefer for a new set of rims?


my new rims for my ride got some RE-070's (225/45/17) to go with
and is there ever going to be a meet and greet for ep3 nsw owners.

Looks nice, that must cost a bit of $$$.
Did you just bought your EP3?

[sai_ANN]

I'm just wondering if anyone here would have a same thought as me that to respray the stock rims in black or bronze(MY EP3 is in white)? Or even want to change another set of nicer and lighter rim?

i'd say get new rims and sell the EP3 rims to help pay for the new rims... :) you should be able to get a decent amount of cash for them if they're in good condition...

[samsung001]

Respraying will cost around $100 each rims so i would rather get a new set of wheels.

what size would you prefer for a new set of rims?


$100 each? i thought it will be below$250. I will stick with 17" if i go for a new set.

[bradb16a]

rims are 17x8 and cost 3K for them rims $200 mf10 caps and $240 for the mugen lugs ...
had my ep3 for 4 months going all mugen

[samsung001]

Wow…..you’re rich. I have spent around 2k for all my mods (intake and exhaust). A set of rims is already over mine. Man…….3k!!! I definitley can’t afford that much. I will after something around 1.5k after getting the money back from tax return….. :cool:

[samsung001]

is there ever going to be a meet and greet for ep3 nsw owners.


yea....should we arrange something?

[NightRyder]

I was considering organising one but just haven't had the time, unless we join the monthly meet that Shogun is organising and that way take advantage of the happy snappers..hehe :)

[SuperSteve]

any ep3's having problems with there steering ?? Ive take my car to good honda mechanics and there nothing serious but just ANNOYING noises ! ! !
i got my steering rack squeeking noise fixed but now having this weird clucking noise and ive been told its not my cv's just a lil bit of play in my steering nothing to worry about just a noise

Anyone else been hearing noises from the front of there cars ??

[Philip Lee]

i bought a set of used 18" Rays off a friend. will keep the oem wheels as spare.

i thought about selling the oem wheels to buy new tyres for rays but i guess i'd lose a fair amount of $ as i just paid for new tyres for compliance.

if you want to change colour, might as well buy a set of FD Civic sport wheels as they're pretty much the same design as EP3.

[samsung001]

any ep3's having problems with there steering ?? Ive take my car to good honda mechanics and there nothing serious but just ANNOYING noises ! ! !
i got my steering rack squeeking noise fixed but now having this weird clucking noise and ive been told its not my cv's just a lil bit of play in my steering nothing to worry about just a noise

Anyone else been hearing noises from the front of there cars ??

I've got this problem but only on turning especially up hill. My mechanic has checked my car and he just couldn't find out the problem that causes the noise. (DAMN IT MAN...the noise just disappeared when he drove my car) He's pretty sure there's nothing wrong with the steering rack. I've read through some posts regarding to this issue. I believe it's still safe to drive. Try to cope with clucking noise mate. Maybe turn the music louder (that's my way):angel:

[bradb16a]

I've got this problem but only on turning especially up hill. My mechanic has checked my car and he just couldn't find out the problem that causes the noise. (DAMN IT MAN...the noise just disappeared when he drove my car) He's pretty sure there's nothing wrong with the steering rack. I've read through some posts regarding to this issue. I believe it's still safe to drive. Try to cope with clucking noise mate. Maybe turn the music louder (that's my way):angel:

is it a Squeaky noise .........
i had the same issue if you have a look at the steering poll that goes through the fire wall there is a rubber that holds it i spray it with some wd40 in an that stoped it

[bradb16a]

i will take some pics tonight and post them up

[samsung001]

i will take some pics tonight and post them up

I think i've used to that damn noise. But if it's just a 5 mins job to fix the problem. WIll do so.....
so thx in advance.

[BongStyle]

any ep3's having problems with there steering ?? Ive take my car to good honda mechanics and there nothing serious but just ANNOYING noises ! ! !
i got my steering rack squeeking noise fixed but now having this weird clucking noise and ive been told its not my cv's just a lil bit of play in my steering nothing to worry about just a noise

Anyone else been hearing noises from the front of there cars ??

Ive got this exact problem! when i move my steering around doesn't matter whether stationary or driving theres a random clunking noise...took it to a steering & suspension shop to get it fixed but all they said was that my coilover's were missing a "tender spring" and a plate was slipping...no safety concerns at all but would cost $200 a corner to fix! i think i will just have to live with it

[SuperSteve]

thanks for feedback guys

thank god it sounds like a common problem i thought mayb i was doomed >_< but yeah from what ive read on the civic type r uk forums, there are a couple of issues related to steering but they arent safety concerns just noises. Over in uk though they were lucky because everyone got new parts through warranty. But yeah i guess the music is going to have to go up now haha OMG HECTIC BASS ULEH !

[Nepolian]

Just get a new exhaust, like the one I have for sale :p

Pm for details :)

So when are we gonna have a EP3 meet up?

No one wants to go to the Oz Honda runs????? theres one on the 25th June!

[i-vtec]

Can anyone verify if they have speaker in the back of the ep3s? Cos i havent got any its just blank.

[Nepolian]

Mine dont. Being a Type R, I assume that its a weight saving thing! Sounds good anyway. But it does look like there are provisions for one if you want to install!

[NightRyder]

there are speakers in the rear if I am not mistaken?? They are located next to the back seats. I could have sworn when I installed my deck I heard them while testing.....have to double check now...haha

[SuperSteve]

Can anyone verify if they have speaker in the back of the ep3s? Cos i havent got any its just blank.

i got back speakers. That is if ur talking about the speakers in the wall under the back privacy windows.

[typercivic]

i have got speakers next to back seats in the trim.

[egads]

i have got speakers next to back seats in the trim.


same here. sounds like someone removed yours i-vtec for some weight saving lol

[BongStyle]

Mine have been taken out as well!!

[Nepolian]

Might be a case of some come with it and some dont!

[samsung001]

i have got speakers next to back seats in the trim.

Same....i do have !!!

[samsung001]

I assume that its a weight saving thing!


are u serious ?! weight saving ?!!!! :D ??? if this is the case, honda should take off the a/c, head unit, front speakers etc....... haha....

[sai_ANN]

are u serious ?! weight saving ?!!!! :D ??? if this is the case, honda should take off the a/c, head unit, front speakers etc....... haha....

honda won't do that...most people want all those extras...hence the gradual move from more raw type r's (e.g. dc2r, ek9r) to well...e.g. the fn2r that has gadgets and gizmo's galore...

but of course...there's nothing stopping you from doing it... :)

[egads]

Might be a case of some come with it and some dont!

nah pretty sure it would of been stock standard. obviously someones taken them out. luck of the draw, just like how some dont come with headunits.

[ekhybrid]

hey guys does the dc5 airbox fit the ep3?

[Nepolian]

nah pretty sure it would of been stock standard. obviously someones taken them out. luck of the draw, just like how some dont come with headunits.

Then why would they come stock standard with speakers if some dont come with headunits :confused:

EKHYBRID - The airbox should be a close fit, but I get the feeling that the EP may be a little smaller tho. Guess you'll never know unless you try!

Anyway....EP3's are cool :p

[egads]

Then why would they come stock standard with speakers if some dont come with headunits :confused:


i meant from the importers. when you pick it up. obviously ours arent new.

[Nepolian]

i meant from the importers. when you pick it up. obviously ours arent new.

Freakin quarrantine workers and importer ripping off stereos!

[typercivic]

i wanted to ask you guys....ever since fitting my strut brace it seems to push the air-con line down a bit and the line now comes very close if not touches/rests on the rocker cover.

should I do something about this and try and raise it and get it away from engine or is it fine like that? I was told it's fine by a few people as it's heat resistant etc but i'm not really comfortable with it there.

[Chi]

hey guys does the dc5 airbox fit the ep3?

Yes its the same.

The air box bolts onto the engine mounting brackets and not the chasis.

You can even use the stock air box in K20a swaps into other vehicles.



i wanted to ask you guys....ever since fitting my strut brace it seems to push the air-con line down a bit and the line now comes very close if not touches/rests on the rocker cover.

should I do something about this and try and raise it and get it away from engine or is it fine like that? I was told it's fine by a few people as it's heat resistant etc but i'm not really comfortable with it there.

What strut bar? take a pic of the engine bay with it in.

Considering its already near the engine I doubt moving it up or down a bit will make much difference.

Should be fine honestly.

[samsung001]

Anyway....EP3's are cool :p

yea man......i love my ep3 every sec especially after the mods installed ( GruppeM and RM01A). GREAT CAR !

Just wondering how long u guys would keep your EP3s? 2 yrs 3 yrs? To me, i think i will keep driving it until it's totally non driveable (maybe the engine will dead after 200km? don't know :zip:).........

but....if the FD2R is available here, that is different story....haha:p

[typercivic]

What strut bar? take a pic of the engine bay with it in.
Considering its already near the engine I doubt moving it up or down a bit will make much difference.
Should be fine honestly.

yeh i wasn't sure as it's so close already like you said but thought would be best to check to be safe. It's a J's Racing brace and i went of the pics that came in the box with it where the air-con line runs under the brace arms but i have taken a couple of pics just then...it's resting on it but should be fine?
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj189/typercivic_photos/Ep3&#37;20photos/IMG_1741.jpg
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj189/typercivic_photos/Ep3%20photos/IMG_1744.jpg

[egads]

looks like a js racing strut brace. looks fine, however ill have a look at my mates one, see how his one sits.

[Nepolian]

yea man......i love my ep3 every sec especially after the mods installed ( GruppeM and RM01A). GREAT CAR !

Just wondering how long u guys would keep your EP3s? 2 yrs 3 yrs? To me, i think i will keep driving it until it's totally non driveable (maybe the engine will dead after 200km? don't know :zip:).........

but....if the FD2R is available here, that is different story....haha:p

Wait until you get headers/ecu and cams.....awesome!

[samsung001]

nah........i don't think i will spend $ on mods anymore......mine one is 02 model........a bit old.......

[BongStyle]

nah........i don't think i will spend $ on mods anymore......mine one is 02 model........a bit old.......

What is the car like with the RMO1A and Gruppe M? is it very loud when cruising or only on a lot of throttle? i'm thinking of changing my setup..

[Nepolian]

nah........i don't think i will spend $ on mods anymore......mine one is 02 model........a bit old.......

LOL! People are spending more than what the EP3's are worth on EG/EK/DC!

2002 model...thats just on 6 years at worse. Plenty of life in these Hondas!

[SuperSteve]

yeap the cars are 6 years old but with low km's. I would say my ep3 is still practically brand new even though its a 2002 model aswell. Once i get the funds together im definately getting aftermarket exhaust/headers/ecu tuned FOR SURE ! ! then if i wanna keep going ill start touching internals

[i-vtec]

yeh i wasn't sure as it's so close already like you said but thought would be best to check to be safe. It's a J's Racing brace and i went of the pics that came in the box with it where the air-con line runs under the brace arms but i have taken a couple of pics just then...it's resting on it but should be fine?
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj189/typercivic_photos/Ep3%20photos/IMG_1741.jpg
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj189/typercivic_photos/Ep3%20photos/IMG_1744.jpg

That is how my j's racing strut brace is installed also. been driving with it on for 2 wks n still fine.

[Nepolian]

yeap the cars are 6 years old but with low km's. I would say my ep3 is still practically brand new even though its a 2002 model aswell. Once i get the funds together im definately getting aftermarket exhaust/headers/ecu tuned FOR SURE ! ! then if i wanna keep going ill start touching internals

^ Sounds kinda gay, LOL!

Toda 2.2 stroker! FTW

[SuperSteve]

Hahahahahaha ! !

[Chi]

^ Sounds kinda gay, LOL!

Toda 2.2 stroker! FTW

Tracy Sports 2.4 Stroker > Toda 2.2 stroker.

lol

[ekhybrid]

yeap the cars are 6 years old but with low km's. I would say my ep3 is still practically brand new even though its a 2002 model aswell. Once i get the funds together im definately getting aftermarket exhaust/headers/ecu tuned FOR SURE ! ! then if i wanna keep going ill start touching internals

how many kms u got?

[Philip Lee]

regarding the lack of HU/speakers. ALL EP3 came without them. i guess it's a type r thing. if your car has HU/speakers, they're either factory options fitted or aftermarket.

i'm planning to keep my EP3 for as long as i can. i dun see the need for a faster car as fuel price is only gonna get worse and i just love the factory track car thing.

[Nepolian]

Tracy Sports 2.4 Stroker > Toda 2.2 stroker.

lol

^ Can that rev?

[typercivic]

That is how my j's racing strut brace is installed also. been driving with it on for 2 wks n still fine.

ohh k cool. I just saw on the uk forums that some guy had the same issue so he did this to solve it, he made a good point that this will wear through as well but be a lot cheaper to replace a bit of hose/pipe than the air-con line so i think i might do that as well.
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj189/typercivic_photos/Ep3%20photos/IMG_0159.jpg

[egads]

cool. perhaps put some where the piping is touching the strut brace aswell while youre at it.

[samsung001]

What is the car like with the RMO1A and Gruppe M? is it very loud when cruising or only on a lot of throttle? i'm thinking of changing my setup..

yea man!!!! I would say it's the perfect setup to me! Definitely noticeable difference.....the exhaust is not loud at all.............;)

i got the RMO1A installed before the GruppeM...........honestly...i didn't notice any difference with just RMO1A installed (except the sound)...however, after getting the GruppeM...:thumbsup:...it 's a different car i would say!!!!!! i cannot figure out if the GruppeM(ONLY) or this combination does the job........:confused:

[samsung001]

yeap the cars are 6 years old but with low km's. I would say my ep3 is still practically brand new even though its a 2002 model aswell.

when the time i picked up my car, it was around 36k on the clock. But....do you believe that ??? 02 car just ONLY 36K? it just doesn't sense...well....at least me and my mechanic don't believe it........anyways....as long as it's in good condition...it's still fine to me......:thumbsup:


Once i get the funds together im definately getting aftermarket exhaust/headers/ecu tuned FOR SURE ! ! then if i wanna keep going ill start touching internals

Good on ya.........do you know how much would that cost for upgrading ECU and headers?????? good gain for these mods ?

[Philip Lee]

when the time i picked up my car, it was around 36k on the clock. But....do you believe that ??? 02 car just ONLY 36K? it just doesn't sense...well....at least me and my mechanic don't believe it........anyways....as long as it's in good condition...it's still fine to me......:thumbsup:

well do you have any books? were you supplied with an auction paper (if the car was sourced from auction). auction paper is usually spot on.

i used to own an Japanese imported Mx5 and after 15 odd years the car travelled around 35k km!!! i was given service history etc to prove.

[sai_ANN]

when the time i picked up my car, it was around 36k on the clock. But....do you believe that ??? 02 car just ONLY 36K? it just doesn't sense...well....at least me and my mechanic don't believe it........anyways....as long as it's in good condition...it's still fine to me......:thumbsup:



Good on ya.........do you know how much would that cost for upgrading ECU and headers?????? good gain for these mods ?

that's coz in japan it costs more to register a car that has more than 50k on it...hence why most people sell their cars before it gets to that point...mine is 2004 and only had low 20k on it...

k-pro is $1000+, headers is $1400+ and tune is $400-500...

with full exhaust, intake mods and tune you'd probably get something in the vicinity of 140-145 fwkw (depending on what you get)...

[Philip Lee]

how many kw does a stock car pull?

[sai_ANN]

how many kw does a stock car pull?

supersteve got 119.3 fwkw...

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=84191

[Philip Lee]

^thanks for that.

$3k for another 20-25kw. not bad at all.

[sai_ANN]

^thanks for that.

$3k for another 20-25kw. not bad at all.

you forgot the money for the intake mods and labour...probably closer to 4k...

and power isn't the be all and end all...no point getting top power when your car is handling like a boat coz you haven't spend any money on suspension mods...LOL...

[Philip Lee]

i'd think suspension should still be ok. but the brakes will need upgrading.

[Chi]

Stock Brakes are pretty good.

Just change pads and rotors if you track otherwise stock is fine.

[Nepolian]

^^ Agreed, definately need pad change (minium). Rest is quite sufficient, even on the track. Remember the amount of braking upgrade is dependant on how often you track and the mods you have. i.e faster you go, quicker you need to stop! Personally I dont go to the track enough to go all out on sussy. So I spend the money on the engine :p

Kpro/100 fitted and tuned well costs approx $1500 +. Remember each car is different and should be tuned to suit.

Guys, can I recommend you fit a 3" Exhaust if you're thinking of modding the car. I just got 3" installed in place of the 2.5 and there is so much difference.

Catch is the 3" is heaps louder, I reckon at least 5db on idle and 10db+ @ wot. I do miss the sound of the 2.5 though, 3" sounds a little tinny. I suppose all hondas do with big exhausts :(

It is so responsive across the range! If you are going to do I/H/E & Kpro, go the 3". Im considering installing the VAREX exhaust to quieten it down a little!

[i-vtec]

nepolian - could u do a sound clip on wat your 3" exhaust sounds like ?

[Philip Lee]

wheel alignment, what are you guys running atm?

thanks

[samsung001]

well do you have any books? were you supplied with an auction paper (if the car was sourced from auction). auction paper is usually spot on.

i used to own an Japanese imported Mx5 and after 15 odd years the car travelled around 35k km!!! i was given service history etc to prove.

I was given the auction report from the dealer(IMG). But, i do believe ppl in japan would also just made it up and put whatever km there. OR....they adjusted the km on the clock before sending the car to auction. Who knows?




and power isn't the be all and end all...no point getting top power when your car is handling like a boat coz you haven't spend any money on suspension mods...LOL...

:thumbsup: exactly right ! suspension is my next mod if i do have fund to spend...haha :zip: but i think i will feel guilty if i do this coz the stock one is already quite good. :p

[Philip Lee]

I was given the auction report from the dealer(IMG). But, i do believe ppl in japan would also just made it up and put whatever km there. OR....they adjusted the km on the clock before sending the car to auction. Who knows?

auction sheets are usually accurate. auction places might be sued if they put incorrect information on them. usually if they think the km has been adjusted, they would put that on the auction sheet.

at the end of the day, it's the condition of the car that's the most important.

[samsung001]

auction sheets are usually accurate. auction places might be sued if they put incorrect information on them. usually if they think the km has been adjusted, they would put that on the auction sheet.

at the end of the day, it's the condition of the car that's the most important.


yes. that's right.

[Nepolian]

nepolian - could u do a sound clip on wat your 3" exhaust sounds like ?

^ Give me your email details!

[Nepolian]

Hey guys, just fitted a P2R power intake to the car and the mid/high gain is noticable. Great upgrade to do when you do the intake gasket!

For those who dont know, the P2R power intake is a little metal box which you bolt to the bottom of the inlet manifold. I increases the volume of the inlet manifold. Dont know the exact increase of volume though.

[Chi]

Nepolian its called a Intake Manifold Plenum.

I have one too but RCREW.

http://www.rcrewracing.com/images/rcrewpimp_a.jpg
http://www.rcrewracing.com/images/rcrewpimp_b.jpg

[Nepolian]

^^ that looks alot bigger than the p2r ones. Did you done a comparison on the dyno. What are your thoughts in the r-crew ones?

[typercivic]

what was involved in getting these things fitted? just the Intake Manifold Plenum or other bits and pieces as well? worth it getting one of these? where to get from?

[Nepolian]

what was involved in getting these things fitted? just the Intake Manifold Plenum or other bits and pieces as well? worth it getting one of these? where to get from?

Well, its actuall a piece of piss to actually install the power plenum. But.....you need to remove the inlet manifold. Therefore I suggest that you do all the intake mods you want at the same time (plastic intake manifold gasket) etc.. Especially if you are gonna pay someone to do it.

I got the stuff from jdmyard...

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=58506

Worth while investment imo.

[Chi]

If you want a decent IM upgrade then I suggest the following

RBC modified to suit K20a and ported to suit Larger TB.
Larger TB
Hondata Intake Manifold Gasket
Karcepts or Rcew adapter for K20a TB onto RBC IM.

[Nepolian]

If you want a decent IM upgrade then I suggest the following

RBC modified to suit K20a and ported to suit Larger TB.
Larger TB
Hondata Intake Manifold Gasket
Karcepts or Rcew adapter for K20a TB onto RBC IM.

^^ Was gonna do that, but with the EP, you need to cut the radiator support amongst other things. Anyway, I've decided to keep the PRC and probably just use a Toda/Spoon/Custom enlarged t/b.

I'm happy to sacrafice a bit up top and keep a little mid range :)

[typercivic]

Well, its actuall a piece of piss to actually install the power plenum. But.....you need to remove the inlet manifold. Therefore I suggest that you do all the intake mods you want at the same time (plastic intake manifold gasket) etc.. Especially if you are gonna pay someone to do it.

I got the stuff from jdmyard...

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=58506

Worth while investment imo.

def interested in it if, how bout tuning wise though? did you touch anything or just chucked it on and left it?

[egads]

interesting about the power plenum. pics of it installed nepolian?

[Nepolian]

interesting about the power plenum. pics of it installed nepolian?

Just go to the link I posted and its just basically that bolted on to the underside of the inlet!

Heres the best pic I could get atm!

[Philip Lee]

wheel alignment, what are you guys running atm?

thanks

so no one has any suggestion??

cheers

[Nepolian]

so no one has any suggestion??

cheers

Go off the specs for DC5R as they share same sussy setup!

[Chi]

Go off the specs for DC5R as they share same sussy setup!

Not really.
Are you comparing JDM or AUDM DC5R?

AUDM DC5R uses different tie rod ends and the stock height is different too.

EP3 is about 3/4 inch lower than AUDM DC5R.


def interested in it if, how bout tuning wise though? did you touch anything or just chucked it on and left it?


With the majority of mods to the engine liek intake or exhaust related, it would benefit more greatly with an aftermarket ecu tune.

But Im running mine without one atm and its fine.

Have tried it with a kpro for fun and it was 10x better.

[typercivic]

With the majority of mods to the engine liek intake or exhaust related, it would benefit more greatly with an aftermarket ecu tune.
But Im running mine without one atm and its fine.
Have tried it with a kpro for fun and it was 10x better.

yeh i don't have the funds atm for kpro so that will have to wait till i get more work done to the car and get it tuned at once. might just get power plenum done later on as well then.

someone mentioned getting a vafc2 to just alter a/f ratios and make sure all is running right but i don't know if that is worth it or just save up for kpro?

[Chi]

If getting the VAFC2 was more than enough I think most people would of done that instead of Kpro dont you think? lol

I sure as hell would if it would solve it that easily.

[Philip Lee]

if u're going to get kpro eventually, don't get the vafc now as this is just a waste of $$. however if u don't plan to get ecu then vafc would be good to balance your mixture.

[typercivic]

yeh exactly. the vafc2 would only be a stop gap till the kpro anyway as it's very limited in what it can do, only there to make sure things are running fine till kpro.

[aaronng]

VAFC only controls fuel. You need to control ignition and cam timing advance as well in order to get good gains.

[SuperSteve]

man all this talk about ep3 mods is making me drool

[Nepolian]

Save yourself the hassel and save up for a full ECU.

[typercivic]

yeh im gonna start saving for kpro but it's gonna take awhile i think.

taken off my j's racing strut brace today to sell....anyone want it ha ha only a month old from jdm concept

trying to think of what else i can sell that will get me to kpro hmmm...wind deflectors anyone lol

[egads]

price??

[|N|]

EP3 here i cummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

[questera]

just want share something with you guys... Just like you all said intake is the first stage for an effective engine mods

SO During the weekend, I managed to install CAI for my EP. It is Fujita Intake Sytem (Injen rival in USA). i dont know whether you guys have heard them or not but all i can say is i am very happy with it performance wise and also value wise....

It screams when the vtec kicks in at 6k rpm and i can feel the car is more responsive than before.

Have anyone of you use/heard of Fujita?

[questera]

EP3 here i cummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

welcome to clubbbb.....

what color will you be getting?

[egads]

there is only one colour. CW!! lol jk

[typercivic]

price??

did you get my pm?

[typercivic]

for those of you that have changed your parking globes, how the hell did you get to them? it's in such a tight spot. i was going to remove the HL but then you have to take bumper of and I don't really want to.

[|N|]

welcome to clubbbb.....

what color will you be getting?

nothing but white...

white is the way to goo...

i got quoted 32k for 04 model in white done 35000km is that too much?

[egads]

thats about right in my mind.

[typercivic]

nothing but white...

white is the way to goo...

i got quoted 32k for 04 model in white done 35000km is that too much?

sounds about right depending on cond etc. was that from a dealer or a broker?

[questera]

for those of you that have changed your parking globes, how the hell did you get to them? it's in such a tight spot. i was going to remove the HL but then you have to take bumper of and I don't really want to.

you dont have to take off the HL, just try to squeze your hand and try to turn the knob around anti-clockwise.

you should be able to get them off pretty quickly

[|N|]

its from IMG...

if they can pull it down to 30k then i will be extremely tempted...

[typercivic]

i had my car complied by IMG, was very happy. Have to be careful with it as if you push down the agreed price with them, they might agree to it but just save money by getting a lesser grade car which will cost them less and allow them to have same margin of profit which is what you don't want unless you can get the auction sheet maybe but even then you have to be careful.

[SuperSteve]

yeah i got my car from IMG and was very happy with price and condition of the car hehe :) Hey typercivic i managed to change the parkers of my lights and i have HUGE hands so if i can do it im sure u can mate hehe i just squeezed 2 fingers in around and once i had a grip of it with the tip of fingers i twisted it to the left. Remember lefty lefty loosey loosey righty righty tighty tighty ( it sounds lame but u will never forget haha)

[|N|]

maybe wat i should do it go there... (if they have the car stocked) look at the car and login with that car then start teh bargining fgrmo there...

[egads]

yeah go down and have a look. they are bound to have an ep3 or 2 in stock. have a test drive etc. and then get tempted by the other imports. evooooo!

[SuperSteve]

yeah evo galore in the garage.

Hey if u go there and see a green sss thats my old car i traded in :D its a green machine !

[typercivic]

Steve, i'll give it a shot, i could just get my hand in there but couldn't turn it. that stupid little mount blocks everything ha ha

|N|, like you said go there and see what they have and test drive one and go from there. ask them not just what they have there but what they have on the boat coming in as well. I only talked to them on the phone as im in Perth but found Gavin to be nicer than Andrew lol or as all the guys who have been there say, go talk to the secretary ;)

[SuperSteve]

hahahahha
GO LOOK AT THE SECRETARY IM TELLING U MATE ! ! *Drools*

[|N|]

Steve, i'll give it a shot, i could just get my hand in there but couldn't turn it. that stupid little mount blocks everything ha ha

|N|, like you said go there and see what they have and test drive one and go from there. ask them not just what they have there but what they have on the boat coming in as well. I only talked to them on the phone as im in Perth but found Gavin to be nicer than Andrew lol or as all the guys who have been there say, go talk to the secretary ;)


thanks guys... will go .. yea i ve been emailing with Gavin too... seems to be a nice person ... so i will go from there...

secretary?
is she hot?

[SuperSteve]

go look for urself :) and let us know how u go hehehe

[|N|]

i shall keep u posted
hahaha

[Philip Lee]

for those of you that have changed your parking globes, how the hell did you get to them? it's in such a tight spot. i was going to remove the HL but then you have to take bumper of and I don't really want to.

newer Hondas have to go from the wheel well. Particularly with the FL HL where the parkers are further out at the corner.

take off 2 clips around the fender and squeeze your hand thru the cap.

i changed mine when i had the bumper off.

[Philip Lee]

i shall keep u posted
hahaha

you shall take a happy snap with the secretary and post here OR BAN!!!!

lol

[sai_ANN]

nothing but white...

white is the way to goo...

i got quoted 32k for 04 model in white done 35000km is that too much?

you need to bargain harder...i got a better deal than that...but doubtful that they'll go all the way down to 30k...

and it's probably better to bargain with andrew coz he's the one who actually owns the business...

[Philip Lee]

i second what sai_ANN said.

especially AUD is stronger now than last year.

[typercivic]

i think AUD to Yen is 102 now....definitely bargain harder.

someone buy my strut brace so i can get kpro....cmonnnnnnnnnnnnn ha ha

[typercivic]

got some tein s-tech springs fitted today as i got a deal for them where i don't have to pay anthing lol. springs are from japan and for ep3 so correct springs, car at the front went down 25mm like they said but at the back went UP 10mm. Got the whole suspension place stumped, had everything in and out 3 times and got no idea, what you guys think ha ha

[egads]

up 10mm?! geez that must suck. hopefully it will settle somewhat? maybe go sit in the boot for a bit and help it along.

[typercivic]

ha ha yeh gonna let it settle but seriously doubt will settle and drop 25mm to what it should be.

[Nepolian]

Is it being measured on a level surface......before and after?

I have Spoon springs and they're perfect for what I wanted. About 15mm all round!

[typercivic]

yeh all level, done by proper suspension only workshop so no schoolboy errors like if i did it ha ha. it's weird what's going on with it

[Nepolian]

yeh all level, done by proper suspension only workshop so no schoolboy errors like if i did it ha ha. it's weird what's going on with it

Not much you can do to stuff up a sussy install in an EP3. Pretty straight forward. Maybe is just the way the springs are designed?

Any side on pics? What are the measurements between the centre of the wheel to the lip of the guards. Maybe I can give you some comparison measurements off mine!

Car doesnt sit much lower, but its alot stiffer and goes well with the stock shocks!

[i-vtec]

Is it being measured on a level surface......before and after?

I have Spoon springs and they're perfect for what I wanted. About 15mm all round!

Could you post up a pics of your car lowered?

[Nepolian]

Just for you i-vtec :)

typercivic have a look at my height! Post #658

[typercivic]

Nepolian, thanks for that, would have gotten pic of mine but it's pitch black atm. Front looks about the same, as mine will settle about 3-5mm but your rears are how mine should be.

this is straight off tein spec sheet that was with springs, stock height is 345 and should go to 325, but mine went to 355 when we measured at workshop. fulcrum are confused as well but know it's not right, they said let it settle but it obviously won't settle 30mm but it was 4:45pm in queensland and I think they just wanted to go home so said that ha ha bastards

what do you have to adjust your camber front and rear?

[Nepolian]

Nepolian, thanks for that, would have gotten pic of mine but it's pitch black atm. Front looks about the same, as mine will settle about 3-5mm but your rears are how mine should be.

this is straight off tein spec sheet that was with springs, stock height is 345 and should go to 325, but mine went to 355 when we measured at workshop. fulcrum are confused as well but know it's not right, they said let it settle but it obviously won't settle 30mm but it was 4:45pm in queensland and I think they just wanted to go home so said that ha ha bastards

what do you have to adjust your camber front and rear?

Nothin! No enough drop to affect anything too drastically. Might give a little negish camber but thats all. :)

[typercivic]

Yeh the current camber is fine but i want some more so I need to get bolts for front and arms for rear to give that extra adjustment.

[Philip Lee]

so what's the max -ve camber the front can go without additional parts?

when we took off the OEM tyres, the outside is wearing more than the inside so i'm planning a bit more -ve.

[SuperSteve]

so what's the max -ve camber the front can go without additional parts?

when we took off the OEM tyres, the outside is wearing more than the inside so i'm planning a bit more -ve.

i noticed that with my current tyres and ive just got stock suspension aswell

[Philip Lee]

^ yeah, i definitely want more -ve camber on the front and i hope i don't need sussy parts to do that. if i do i might as well get some lowering springs.

btw typercivic, did you get your Tein springs locally? if so, how much did you pay if you don't mind me asking.

[Nepolian]

Camber is not adjustable on the stock suspension. You need to get camber bolts and rear upper arms to do it right! I have actually just ordered some front ones. PM me if youre interested :)

[Philip Lee]

^ oh damn.... pm sent.

[SuperSteve]

how about a wheel alignment would that help in anyway ??

[Philip Lee]

^ if not much adjustment is possible, then an alignment won't do much.

[SuperSteve]

dam :\

[Nepolian]

Well, it really depends on your current alignment. Too much toe out will cause premature wear on the outside and vice versa.

It never hurts to have it aligned. But adjustments would be limited!

[SuperSteve]

ill do a alignment and see how it goes because, SURELY, they couldnt have designed a car to make uneven wear on your tyres

[Nepolian]

ill do a alignment and see how it goes because, SURELY, they couldnt have designed a car to make uneven wear on your tyres

Wouldnt have anything to do with the white boy racer behind the wheel? :p

[SuperSteve]

hehe i baby my car :) i drive 50km a day on it so that could b a issue there

[Philip Lee]

Steve, please post your alignment specs once you're done.

thanks

[typercivic]

Camber is not adjustable on the stock suspension. You need to get camber bolts and rear upper arms to do it right! I have actually just ordered some front ones. PM me if youre interested :)

pm sent

[Malenic1981]

Just the idea of how painted stock rims look on EP3
http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/4/web/2572000-2572999/2572316_34_full.jpg

[SuperSteve]

hehe i reckon black rims would look hot with cw civic. What you guys reckon ??

[Malenic1981]

I think on CW or silver would look really good, but all black isn't that bad either, just needs to be lowerd

like the way this guy left red H in center cap
http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/4/web/2572000-2572999/2572316_27.jpg

[samsung001]

hehe i reckon black rims would look hot with cw civic. What you guys reckon ??

:thumbsup: i believe so....... hey steve....wanna to make the rims in black together ? there would be a discount for 2 cars.....PM me if u want to.

[iversonruls]

hehe i reckon black rims would look hot with cw civic. What you guys reckon ??

CW type R of coursee white rims....

true type R look

[iversonruls]

:thumbsup: i believe so....... hey steve....wanna to make the rims in black together ? there would be a discount for 2 cars.....PM me if u want to.
sell the rims and get new ones
better than painting them

[SuperSteve]

:thumbsup: i believe so....... hey steve....wanna to make the rims in black together ? there would be a discount for 2 cars.....PM me if u want to.

hahaha tempting mate >_< but im trying to save for rm01a exhaust >_< dam so hard lol

[Nepolian]

hahaha tempting mate >_< but im trying to save for rm01a exhaust >_< dam so hard lol

You can buy my exhaust :p

Save your money and buy some black rims. Easily had for under 1k these days with tyres!

***Im gonna be at TODA on neat Tuesday (26.6) arvo from about 4pm ish for a little tune! I know alot of you guys are from that way! Pop in for a mini meet :)***

[SuperSteve]

awesome napolian i just live around the corner ill pop by for a visit :)

[peter03]

hey does any1 here noe wer 2 get brake pads for the ep3?

[i-vtec]

s2k pads should fit front n rear

[Nepolian]

hey does any1 here noe wer 2 get brake pads for the ep3?

Same as DC5R/S2000.

[xero]

Hey guys !

ill be joining you EP3's owner soon as im on the search for one at the moment just haven't find the color i want yet looks like i gotta get img to import me one hope to meet most of yous on cruise/meets !

[Philip Lee]

welcome xero, what colouor are you looking for?

[sai_ANN]

Hey guys !

ill be joining you EP3's owner soon as im on the search for one at the moment just haven't find the color i want yet looks like i gotta get img to import me one hope to meet most of yous on cruise/meets !

it'll be a bit hard considering most of us are in sydney...LOLs...but welcome anyway... :)

[xero]

welcome xero, what colouor are you looking for?

Hey, since the only colors I've seen so far is black/white im looking for red ! but if worst comes to worst then guess ill go with white =/ just wondering whats the common cai people use injen or aem? and who supply's em for ep3's in the trade section jdmyard?

[Philip Lee]

red is rare. good luck finding one man.

i think most ppl here have Gruppe M.

sai_Ann above has Injet.

[sai_ANN]

Hey, since the only colors I've seen so far is black/white im looking for red ! but if worst comes to worst then guess ill go with white =/ just wondering whats the common cai people use injen or aem? and who supply's em for ep3's in the trade section jdmyard?

for red you might have to special order it from an importer coz it'll be a lot harder to sell than black or white if they were to bring it in without a buyer for it already...

have you tried speaking to an importer? or have you only been looking at carsales or equivalent?

[typercivic]

seems like no one wants silver...oh well i'm not complaining ha ha less of them around.

go the gruppe best thing ever!!!

[sai_ANN]

seems like no one wants silver...oh well i'm not complaining ha ha less of them around.

go the gruppe best thing ever!!!

LOL...

i wish i got the gruppe m now...but i got the injen one as a present...so i'm not complaining...LOL...maybe upgrade later... :)

[typercivic]

ha ha sorry. it's great but it is a lot of $$$ to spend so the injen is a great middle ground i think, i just didn't like the idea of filter being in the guard.

[Philip Lee]

i don't mind being in the guard, but i don't want to butcher my car just yet.

i think i'm the only stock standard car around here.

[SuperSteve]

seems like no one wants silver...oh well i'm not complaining ha ha less of them around.

go the gruppe best thing ever!!!

i second that ! The Gruppe M intake is bloody tops :thumbsup::thumbsup:

If u ever get a ep3 and looking into getting a gruppe m intake pm me and ill show you how to get one discounted :)

[typercivic]

i second that ! The Gruppe M intake is bloody tops :thumbsup::thumbsup:

If u ever get a ep3 and looking into getting a gruppe m intake pm me and ill show you how to get one discounted :)

x 2 Steve and I got the good price lol

[SuperSteve]

Anyone got any dyno figures with the rm01a exhaust installed ??

[xero]

Hey guys, whats the difference between the jap model EP3's and the euro ones i know one of it is the lsd but is it 1.5 way or 2.0 way? what else is there that the euro specs didn't have someone shed some light please my mod list was after getting the EP3

- Gruppe M intake
- Buddyclub catback spec II
- Buddyclub Racing II Plus wheels (thinking of getting 17's, whats a good width to fill the guards nicely 17x9.0's? whats a good offset too?)
- Tein Coilovers SS
- Remap? Hondata?
- Viper Alarm system ;)

is it worth changing the Extractors just for daily use would it be noticeable in gain? and with ecu whats people using hondata or remap?

[Nepolian]

Anyone got any dyno figures with the rm01a exhaust installed ??

Steve, exthausts usually give about 5kw gain atw give or take. Its usually the response that increases as there is less restriction and obviously a slight gain throughout the rev range!

I will be at Toda from 3 today :)



Hey guys, whats the difference between the jap model EP3's and the euro ones i know one of it is the lsd but is it 1.5 way or 2.0 way? what else is there that the euro specs didn't have someone shed some light please my mod list was after getting the EP3

- Gruppe M intake
- Buddyclub catback spec II
- Buddyclub Racing II Plus wheels (thinking of getting 17's, whats a good width to fill the guards nicely 17x9.0's? whats a good offset too?)
- Tein Coilovers SS
- Remap? Hondata?
- Viper Alarm system ;)

is it worth changing the Extractors just for daily use would it be noticeable in gain? and with ecu whats people using hondata or remap?


* EP3 we get here are JDM Type R's from Japan, so dont worry about the Euros.

* All parts have been discussed, please search.

* LSD is just a standard 1 way. Dont need anymore unless your doing serious comp.

* Alarm is an alarm, it'll fit any car. EP3 is not tha special :)

* Extractors generally give you an all round gain in the rev range. But that'll depend on which brand. My recommendation is, since the header in the EP3 is quite good, you may go backwards if you dont get a reputable one :)

* With ecu...save up and get a K100/Pro. Best gains!

[xero]

Steve, exthausts usually give about 5kw gain atw give or take. Its usually the response that increases as there is less restriction and obviously a slight gain throughout the rev range!

I will be at Toda from 3 today :)





* EP3 we get here are JDM Type R's from Japan, so dont worry about the Euros.

* All parts have been discussed, please search.

* LSD is just a standard 1 way. Dont need anymore unless your doing serious comp.

* Alarm is an alarm, it'll fit any car. EP3 is not tha special :)

* Extractors generally give you an all round gain in the rev range. But that'll depend on which brand. My recommendation is, since the header in the EP3 is quite good, you may go backwards if you dont get a reputable one :)

* With ecu...save up and get a K100/Pro. Best gains!

Cheers buddy much appreciated :D

- headers (which brand recommended?)
- ecu (hondata K100/KPRO, i know it'll be better fuel effcient but how much gain would it be "roughly"
- last ive did a search but all these junks came up (sorry new to this forum maybe i don't know how it works properly but can you tell me whats the difference in the jap & euro specs. im just too curious but searching on google and no luck

[sai_ANN]

Cheers buddy much appreciated :D so with the headers what would you say i go with?

i'm going with toda when the time comes...i think nepolian has that on his car already...

nepolian > how much did the headers cost? PM me if you prefer to keep it quiet...

[BongStyle]

Me too nepolian cos i'm deciding whether to get some..

[Nepolian]

Sai ann, xero, bongstyle,

I have Toda, and no they're not cheap. I believe if you are gonna have the car stock internally, go Toda or Buddyclub.

K100/Pro are the same thing, difference is about $300 and a USB outlet. Gain with the ECU is dependant on your mods, but I have never heard anyone disappointed with their Hodata purchase.

Difference between the euro and jdm is pretty much seats, engine, ecu, lsd are the main things. I sure it has been discussed smoewhere. Have another look!

Someone is selling alot of good bits atm. If you cant find him pm me and Ill direct you :)

[Philip Lee]

can you tell me whats the difference in the jap & euro specs. im just too curious but searching on google and no luck

simply engine, LSD, recaro and some minor equipment.

JDM has the best spec.

[Chi]

If u TODA headers I know of a place that can get good deals for it.

Much cheaper than RRP.

[sai_ANN]

Sai ann, xero, bongstyle,

I have Toda, and no they're not cheap. I believe if you are gonna have the car stock internally, go Toda or Buddyclub.

K100/Pro are the same thing, difference is about $300 and a USB outlet. Gain with the ECU is dependant on your mods, but I have never heard anyone disappointed with their Hodata purchase.

Difference between the euro and jdm is pretty much seats, engine, ecu, lsd are the main things. I sure it has been discussed smoewhere. Have another look!

Someone is selling alot of good bits atm. If you cant find him pm me and Ill direct you :)

yeah...i know toda's not cheap...just wondered if you could provide a rough estimate of price...

[BongStyle]

I just got a quote from TODA and they said for the TODA exhaust, cat, and headers would cost $3000 all up installed, just waiting to find out how much for just the headers now. Does $3000 sound reasonable? i was thinking of getting the RMO1A instead of the TODA exhaust as it has a lot of positive feedback from users.

[Chi]

Ok when you guys buy a TODA Header be careful what Cat is used.

As TODA headers are decat design.

So who ever puts the cat on will chop the flexi pipe bit to weld on a cat.

3K is kinda high in price.

[Nepolian]

yeah...i know toda's not cheap...just wondered if you could provide a rough estimate of price...

From memory, I paid $1050 as aprt of a group buy last June/July.

$3000 for a full Toda system is about right, taking into consideration thats RRP.

The toda race headers do require modification which usually means the flex losing out. But the stock system uses the ball flange behind the cat as a flex point so it should be ok.

This acutally goes for the Buddy club one too, if I remember correctly.

So when buy the headers, you should consider the extra cost in fitting the existing cat or a new hi flow one.

I know that Toda (Adrian) can do the headers modified with a new hi flow cat for about $1500-$1700. But you need to confirm that with him.

[BongStyle]

Just got a PM from adrian, $1950 for the headers and cat installed..

[kongfu]

yeah Toda header is $1500, cat from TODA AU is $450.

Full exhaust 3k is reasonable...I have RM01A+TODA header on DC5R..perfect combo nice gain! My mate got full Toda on his EP3..I love the titanium tip on Toda catback though.: )

Hope the info helps!

[BongStyle]

what is the sound like on your friends EP3? i want a system that can be driven quietly when you want to, yet once you open the throttle it screams! i currently have the BC Spec III exhaust and need a change or else lose my hearing...

[Nepolian]

what is the sound like on your friends EP3? i want a system that can be driven quietly when you want to, yet once you open the throttle it screams! i currently have the BC Spec III exhaust and need a change or else lose my hearing...

LOL....BC3 is almost a straight through, so loud! Only cool for a little while :)

[BongStyle]

Yep was definately cool at first but im over it now! sometimes you just want to drive with a little quietness but thats just not possible lol

[Chi]

I wouldnt get the TODA Catback, its very restictive compared to RM 01A or powergetter.

Im not being biased, I have this exhaust myself.

[kongfu]

I chose full TODA system if I got second chance to do it. Just love the rumble and deep sound of it. Super nice vtec kick in sound.

[Nepolian]

I wouldnt get the TODA Catback, its very restictive compared to RM 01A or powergetter.

Im not being biased, I have this exhaust myself.

Arent they all 60mm?

[Chi]

Nothing to do with piping size, its the resonators and muffler design.

Compared to RM01A it felt more restrictive.

[kongfu]

Different ppl got different opinion towards specific parts.. so its really up to personal preference.

[BongStyle]

The differences would be minimal im sure, couple of KW here and there...where or who did everyone get their RM01As from? $1300 from JDM yard seems like a fair bit..is that about right?

[kongfu]

$1300 is reasonable, Fujitsubo is high quality products, they are worth every cent IMO.

I would try full Js racing exhaust for my next Honda ride.

[Chi]

Different ppl got different opinion towards specific parts.. so its really up to personal preference.

You post ur opinion , I post mine.

As for prices, I suggest you go through the traders section if you want a good deal.

Lets say all the rrp prices in this thread, I've seen much better.

[kongfu]

You post ur opinion , I post mine.

nothing wrong with that, if you arent happy with my opinion thats your issue.

I never said Im not happy abt your opinion. Take it easy.

[Nepolian]

Stock exhaust FTW!!!!

[egads]

what is the sound like on your friends EP3? i want a system that can be driven quietly when you want to, yet once you open the throttle it screams! i currently have the BC Spec III exhaust and need a change or else lose my hearing...

rm01a

[kongfu]

Seriously Im a big fan of RM01A as I have been used for all my honda cars.

But since I looked and tested my friend's TODA catback. Im totally fall in love with it. So far I have friends running full toda on EP3 and S2K..I really love the Js racing design tip which is abit towards the ground as well as the titanium tip finish. very sexy catback and its not loud below 3000RPM its loud once vtec kick in.

[egads]

very similar pricing. i like the bent burnt tip aswell

[egads]

The differences would be minimal im sure, couple of KW here and there...where or who did everyone get their RM01As from? $1300 from JDM yard seems like a fair bit..is that about right?

i saw musecret site, it says 1270

http://www.musecret.com.au/product/199/category/56

[kongfu]

i saw musecret site, it says 1270

http://www.musecret.com.au/product/199/category/56


Nice find, just buy it :thumbsup:

[SuperSteve]

Hey guys anyone know if the rm01a is a straight bolt on ?? would it b a great idea to purchase a metal hi flow cat aswell ?? i was thinking of getting a rm01a and butting it up to the jdm headers for the meantime, would that need any modifications doing that ??

[egads]

bolt on!

[SuperSteve]

also i found the rm01a for sale here
http://www.nengun.com/fujitsubo/rm-01a

not sure how much the shipping will cost though

[kongfu]

EMS cost over $500 alone,plus custom will charge you for large item.

[SuperSteve]

i sent a enquiry of one being deleivered to my door ill get back to here when i get a reply :)

It does say on there website that a dc5r rm01a DELEIVERED is AU $ 992.83
and under more information on that page it says this

More Information

* Please reference the complete vehicle compatibility information
* Some products are oversize and can only be shipped with Nippon Express
* Usually ships from Japan 28 days after payment confirmation
* Delivered price shown shipped to New South Wales, Australia using EMS

[egads]

search toda catback. its just over 1k delivered. but customs is bound to hit you

edit here- http://www.nengun.com/toda/exhaust-system

[kongfu]

I would buy from local due to saving hassles plus warranty issue.

[typercivic]

my rm-01a has just been shipped from japan, only placed order a week ago so super fast service. cost me $1235 delivered including terrible exchange rate through paypal which added about $40 to the $1235 price.

they are also helping me out with customs and invoice amount for it so couldn't be happier.

pm me if anyone wants to know where from.(not nengun or any of traders on here)

[Nepolian]

i saw musecret site, it says 1270

http://www.musecret.com.au/product/199/category/56

^^ Isnt this cheaper?

[egads]

^^ Isnt this cheaper?

i guess not after you factor in shipping from nsw to wa

[questera]

talking about exhaust, rm01a seems to have a very good feedback from most of you.
Have anyone got any review on the j's racing full system performance wise?

Most probably i will get them since i like their sound a lot and its lightweight material.

Now, i am at the stage to decide which piping size is better. 60mm or 70mm?

looking at j racing website the 70mm is a straight pipe free flow system and the system includes the 2-1 reception desk pipe. whereas 60mm, i have to buy the pipe separately. so at the end of the day i will be paying the same amount of $$$ between 60mm n 70mm

any input from you guys would be appreciated.

[Philip Lee]

Stock exhaust FTW!!!!

word lol :p

[typercivic]

^^ Isnt this cheaper?

sorry i meant total was $1235 including the extra $40 from paypal so would have been sub $1200 otherwise delivered anywhere in oz.

[kongfu]

talking about exhaust, rm01a seems to have a very good feedback from most of you.
Have anyone got any review on the j's racing full system performance wise?

Most probably i will get them since i like their sound a lot and its lightweight material.

Now, i am at the stage to decide which piping size is better. 60mm or 70mm?

looking at j racing website the 70mm is a straight pipe free flow system and the system includes the 2-1 reception desk pipe. whereas 60mm, i have to buy the pipe separately. so at the end of the day i will be paying the same amount of $$$ between 60mm n 70mm

any input from you guys would be appreciated.

Hi mate Js racing 60mm is good for daily as its not that loud..70mm is better for off street use:D

Get js racing full exhaust if you can...at least stand out from the crowd. Not many ppl got in AUS:wave:

[votek]

hey,, i want to get a EP3. where can i go to get one?

[Philip Lee]

hey,, i want to get a EP3. where can i go to get one?

there are a few cars on carsales.

or you can try IMG (http://www.internationalmotorgroup.com.au) where a few people here got their cars from and their feedback has generally been positive.

[ekhybrid]

how much u guys gettin out of the tank?
any ideas on the tank capacity?