EP3 Type R

[charliebrown]

I'll report back with my thoughts on mtec race springs ;)

[UNA91]

The shifter base bushings makes shifting feel really direct, almost like that bolt rifle action haha. It takes out that mushy feel when you shift. The shifter cable bushings imo didn't make much of a difference; however I did find those billet shifter cable bushings tend to seize and have some resistance when shifting, i didn't like it at all. I recommend going with delrin material or hybrid racing/tegiwa's cable billet bushings with the ball bearings in it.

As for the mtec race springs, all i noticed was that it takes more effort to shift into reverse. Especially if your shifter looks like a chode with a countersunk gear knob lol

I would recommend the tegiwa short shifter adapter, along with the shifter base and cable bushings and mtec springs. All that really tightens up the shifting and is defs worth it. Especially for those who get lots of 2nd and 3rd gear grinds.

[charliebrown]

dat chode

[UNA91]

Anyone got a belt auto tensioner assembly I can buy?

I think mines starting to shit itself. Can see ir bouncing aroun. Everytime I start the car cold is squeals like an old volvo and when I drive sounds like there's crickets my hood

[kenny07]

anyone here know how much it will cost to repair/replace the driver side window motor?

mines not working atm,

just need a rough estimate

[Kreston]

Where to buy Hondata thermal gasket for RRC?

[latinstyle69]

Just want to confirm, do dc5 coilovers fit onto our ep3s?

[Mikeyy168]

They need modification I think

[Mikeyy168]

Kreston try eBay mate

[latinstyle69]

Thought so, does anyone know what needs to be modified by any chance? Thanks though

[Symphorced]

Thought so, does anyone know what needs to be modified by any chance? Thanks though

You'll need DC5 outer tie rod ends and have to shim down the rear coilover bushings to get it to fit.

[latinstyle69]

Ahh thanks man sounds like too much effort haha

[eriktufa]

Just wondering, how loose is ep3r rear end when the road is wet? I'm talking about when you actually take corner not driving straight.

Is it normal for the car rear end to step out when it's wet.. say 90 degrees corner at about 40-50 km/h

[dnapol]

Ahh thanks man sounds like too much effort haha

It's not, iv done it. Just buy dc5 tie rod ends, and sand back about 2mm of the rear coilover eyelet

[Symphorced]

It's not, iv done it. Just buy dc5 tie rod ends, and sand back about 2mm of the rear coilover eyelet

Only because you already had the tie rods! lol

[Symphorced]

Just wondering, how loose is ep3r rear end when the road is wet? I'm talking about when you actually take corner not driving straight.

Is it normal for the car rear end to step out when it's wet.. say 90 degrees corner at about 40-50 km/h

Not sure why you'd be taking a 90 degree corner at 40-50km/h in the wet on the roads? Slow down and this won't be an issue.

[doosra]

Not sure why you'd be taking a 90 degree corner at 40-50km/h in the wet on the roads? Slow down and this won't be an issue.
totally agree. In the dry maybe but not in the wet.

[latinstyle69]

It's not, iv done it. Just buy dc5 tie rod ends, and sand back about 2mm of the rear coilover eyelet

Well if price wise is worth it then I just might, how much r the tie rods?

[eriktufa]

It didn't sound and look normal but if you say it's too fast I'll try to keep the speed lower then. I thought it's just how the car behave. Tyres are about 500km old as well.

[wuism]

u need AD08R instead of Federal tyres to take 90 deg corner at 40-50kmph....

[Kreston]

u need AD08R instead of Federal tyres to take 90 deg corner at 40-50kmph....

Are you using those? Seems everyone is on the AD08 bandwagon at the moment, interested to see how they are for daily driving because my RE11's are pretty down on tread now.

[viett]

Well if price wise is worth it then I just might, how much r the tie rods?

Hardrace sell DC5 tie rod ends brand new for $85, here (http://www.hard-race.com.au/index.php?route=product/product&path=20_62_517&product_id=573)

[mryangtastic]

What are the stock wheel specifications?
Most say 17x7 +45. Just to clarify.

[UNA91]

What are the stock wheel specifications?
Most say 17x7 +45. Just to clarify.

correcto

[Mikeyy168]

anyone know the weight of the stock suspension on the ep3r?

[latinstyle69]

Ok cleaning my car n for reason decided to remove the part of my dash where the handbrake is and pocket etc.

And I've encountered this plug, does anyone have any idea what it's used for?

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/23/beve8a2u.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/23/a3yhe5ed.jpg

[UNA91]

Ok cleaning my car n for reason decided to remove the part of my dash where the handbrake is and pocket etc.

And I've encountered this plug, does anyone have any idea what it's used for?

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/23/beve8a2u.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/23/a3yhe5ed.jpg

It's defs not oem, try tracing the wires and see what they're connected to, could be the previous owner had gauges? (Ground, power, illuminate and sensor)

Secret turbo switch maybe

[latinstyle69]

Thanks man yeah I tried I pretty much have to pull out the head deck n all to continue tracing it, was too much effort at the time haha

[will13]

Well if price wise is worth it then I just might, how much r the tie rods?

I've got some DC5 tein monoflex + DC5R tie rod ends for sale. Coilovers will need the lower hub mount replaced though.

[SHRUKA]

Guys I've got a problem that I've been trying to fix on my 02 EP3R for a very long time now. The whole EP3 suspension set up is headache....

Every time VTEC hits, my steering just goes unstable, shaking left and right even when I'm trying to keep it going straight. It's almost like abnormal torque/bump steer!
This started happening ever since I got new wheels fitted and adjusted the height.

At the moment
I'm running BC BR coilovers + Todd's Adjustable Tie Rods.
WHEEL SPECS:
Front - 17x9+35 225/45 w/ -1.5 camber
Rears - 17x8+32 215/40 w/ -2.6/-2.1 camber

At first, a mechanic told me my front tyres were pretty worn out so I thought I'd go with some brand new pair of Nankang NS2R Street Edition but it didn't help as much.
THIS PROBLEM NEVER HAPPENED when I was running my stockies so I tried putting them back on earlier today (still plenty of tread all around) and it didn't help, if anything it was somehow worse?

Here's an attachment of my latest wheel alignment details
http://s16.postimg.org/5onczkkvp/wheel_adjustment.jpg

I've got -1.5 camber at the fronts from the adjustable BC BR coils
AND
-2.6/-2.1 natural camber at the rears

Could it be the camber is way off at the rears compared to the front? Would Rear Camber Arms solve this problem? OR Worn steering rack maybe?
Please give me some feedbacks and assistance!

[UNA91]

i've been told some toe in at the front will help off the line take offs, and ideally you'd want more camber on the front than the rears. Rear camber arms would be a good idea since the natural camber is compromising your handling performance anyway. I just got my alignment yesterday and it was all out of whack, but after that it felt like a breeze to drive again. Turns feel more positive and predictable

[Perry]

I'm running same front camber as yours but my rear is -2 cant remember my toe setting but its pretty close to 0. How low is your car?

[SHRUKA]

It's not that low. Prob like an inch or more thread left on the coils.

It's about an inch above the tyres all around.

[RPS.13]

Try upgrading your tie rod ends, that should help.

My EP does that too, but it's not really bad. Only time it was really bad was the first time I took it for a spin after installing my engine mounts. When it hit vtec, it steered my into the opposite lane!

I also notice it gets worse as you go up in wheel/tyre width. On my stock wheels, it's pretty normal, 205/45/17. On my 17x9 regamasters it's probably the worst, 215/45/17.

I recently change from a 16x8 185/55/16, to a 16x8.5 205/50/16 and notice it is more twitchy when accelerating through vtec. Again, it's not that bad.

Try changing your front wheels back to stock if you can, see if it goes away. That way you can test and rule out if it's and alignment issue or if something is broken/worn.

Btw, I'm currently running a bit of toe out in the front. Zero toe in the rear. Around -3.0 front, -5.0 rear camber.

[SHRUKA]

Try upgrading your tie rod ends, that should help.

My EP does that too, but it's not really bad. Only time it was really bad was the first time I took it for a spin after installing my engine mounts. When it hit vtec, it steered my into the opposite lane!

I also notice it gets worse as you go up in wheel/tyre width. On my stock wheels, it's pretty normal, 205/45/17. On my 17x9 regamasters it's probably the worst, 215/45/17.

I recently change from a 16x8 185/55/16, to a 16x8.5 205/50/16 and notice it is more twitchy when accelerating through vtec. Again, it's not that bad.

Try changing your front wheels back to stock if you can, see if it goes away. That way you can test and rule out if it's and alignment issue or if something is broken/worn.

Btw, I'm currently running a bit of toe out in the front. Zero toe in the rear. Around -3.0 front, -5.0 rear camber.

I chucked back on my stockies last night (215/45/17 all around) and it was still pulling the opposite way on VTEC.

I'm currently running zero toe all around.

Ill try changing the tie rod ends to some brand new ones but is there anything else I can do before that?

[RPS.13]

The only other mods I have up front are roll centre adjuster, aftermarket lca bushes and camber bolts. Which were added to refine my setup and help with the alignment.

Can't really suggest anything else, as that's all I've tried so far. As previously mentioned, mine isn't too bad. Hence why I haven't look into it any further. Kind of feels like when you drive on tram tracks, but not as bad as that.

You can try checking your rod ends for any abnormal play.

Have you noticed any clunking in the steering lately? i.e. Driving over low speed bumps, pot holes, undulating surfaces.

[UNA91]

just took my rear folding seats out and found that they were very rusty behind the upholstery at the back of them :(

[latinstyle69]

just took my rear folding seats out and found that they were very rusty behind the upholstery at the back of them :(

Was it much effort? I've been wanting to remove mine too

And rust damn I might just have to check mine

[-JC-]

Hey guys, if anyone is looking at buying an EP3R that's been fastidiously maintained and has about 110k on the clock, drop me a line. Considering an upgrade.

[charliebrown]

What are you looking to upgrade to?

[-JC-]

Looking at a Lexus ISF or similar, not 100% sure just yet, but I'm leaning that way at the minute.

[UNA91]

Looking at a Lexus ISF or similar, not 100% sure just yet, but I'm leaning that way at the minute.

Baller! I'd love a c63 amg


Was it much effort? I've been wanting to remove mine too

And rust damn I might just have to check mine

Wasn't hard just the bolts that hold the seats down are abit awkward to get to. A 12mm and 10mm spanner is all you need

[-JC-]

Baller! I'd love a c63 amg

Me too man, but I can't justify the extra cost over an ISF. I also like my cars pretty rare (I do have an EP3 remember) so the ISF kinda fits the bill.

Having said that, I am not in the market just yet, so who knows what else may come up.

[mryangtastic]

Problem: Every time the EP3 enters and exits my car port, the b-pipe scrapes.
Solution: Custom b-pipe made up, with greater ground clearance. Perhaps no central muffler?

I'm new to playing with cars, so I'd like to know if this practice is common or not. I just thought of it as an effective solution.

[Mikeyy168]

It's the cat and just behind the cat where it scrapes - start of b pipe

[stienerv2]

Problem: Every time the EP3 enters and exits my car port, the b-pipe scrapes.
Solution: Custom b-pipe made up, with greater ground clearance. Perhaps no central muffler?

I'm new to playing with cars, so I'd like to know if this practice is common or not. I just thought of it as an effective solution.

You can get rid of the middle resonator and get a custom b-pipe but there are several issues you have to be careful of.

1. It may drone if you get rid of the resonator
2. If the b pipe is too close to the body, it may hit it under load.

[flop101]

Does anyone on this forum know much about the purple 2005 ep3 in QLD on carsales?
Was wanting to know if it would be worth flying up to QLD to inspect it?

[latinstyle69]

Does anyone on this forum know much about the purple 2005 ep3 in QLD on carsales?
Was wanting to know if it would be worth flying up to QLD to inspect it?

I've met the guy a few times, he's pretty cool but all I know is it has had a bit of work to it. The guy works for 999 automotive if uve ever heard of them before and it's a pretty clean car

[flop101]

I've met the guy a few times, he's pretty cool but all I know is it has had a bit of work to it. The guy works for 999 automotive if uve ever heard of them before and it's a pretty clean car
thanks for the info. Will call him up today and see what the reason for the respray.

[UNA91]

Problem: Every time the EP3 enters and exits my car port, the b-pipe scrapes.
Solution: Custom b-pipe made up, with greater ground clearance. Perhaps no central muffler?

I'm new to playing with cars, so I'd like to know if this practice is common or not. I just thought of it as an effective solution.

The one in midnight purple? Larry is a good guy, he's a mate of mine and I can tell you that k24 engine in it is fresh with super low kms and legit parts. Reason for re spray was cause of small accident at Mt nebo; but his car was still pretty straight and was repaired at a very reputable body shop at coopers plains as far as I remember.


Problem: Every time the EP3 enters and exits my car port, the b-pipe scrapes.
Solution: Custom b-pipe made up, with greater ground clearance. Perhaps no central muffler?

I'm new to playing with cars, so I'd like to know if this practice is common or not. I just thought of it as an effective solution.

some people use oval b pipes to get a little bit more clearance too

[flop101]

The one in midnight purple? Larry is a good guy, he's a mate of mine and I can tell you that k24 engine in it is fresh with super low kms and legit parts. Reason for re spray was cause of small accident at Mt nebo; but his car was still pretty straight and was repaired at a very reputable body shop at coopers plains as far as I remember.



some people use oval b pipes to get a little bit more clearance too
Thanks for clearing that up. According to Larry the the re spray was due to him liking purple. I asked about the accident you mentioned and he denied it (no suprise). The k24 engine its got in it isnt super low kms, its got about 90, 000km on it now.
Any other information would he great. Thanks

[UNA91]

Thanks for clearing that up. According to Larry the the re spray was due to him liking purple. I asked about the accident you mentioned and he denied it (no suprise). The k24 engine its got in it isnt super low kms, its got about 90, 000km on it now.
Any other information would he great. Thanks

Haha don't take my word for it tho this is based of what I heard as well but I've seen the car in person and it's pretty well maintained

[Azz86]

Guys, I was after some help. Took the EP3 to Wakefield this weekend and found that I just could not get traction at the back wheels. If I pushed hard into a corner it would oversteer to the point where I could not regain traction and would spin out. I lost 7 seconds from my best lap which was back in 2012. Changes since then are alignment and tyres. I'm running BC BR coilovers. Experimenting with the dampening settings didn't help. Removing the rear sway bar helped slightly???

The change in tyres should not have made a difference. Changed from Kuhmo KU32s to Hankook RS3s.

I think it might have something to do with the rear toe setting. It was 12' toe in but I changed it to 2.5' toe in.

Anyone got any ideas? Thinking I might take it to Heasman Steering to get a decent wheel alignment done and ask them to do some checks.

[RPS.13]

Azz86, my 2 most recent track settings were:

Front camber: -3.0
Front toe: -1mm total toe out

Rear camber: -1.5
Rear toe: 3.0mm total toe in

Similar/same suspension setup to yours. BR BC coilovers, set at maximum low, fronts were set to full stiff, rears were set to 7 clicks from the stiffest setting.
Tyres: RE55s, 225/45 & 215/45 16
Other mods: whiteline swaybar, rear camber arms, front camber bolts, front RCA, front LCA bushes, todds tie rods, akom inverted ends.

The above toe in setting was much better to a previous setting where the only difference was the rear toe was set to zero. The previous zero rear toe setting the car was a bit twitchy in the rear when entering the corners too hot. A few oversteering incidences and one spin out in that particular outting.

The rear toe in setting the car was more neutral, only very minimal oversteer if I was really pushing it. Allowed me to PB at sandown with a 1:29.3864, down from 1:31:58. I played more with the tyre pressures in the most recent outting. All the other mods and alignment settings were the same.

Previous PB set with the zero toe setup was 1:35.4722, running A048's 245/40 & 225/45 17's. Mods that were different, no gruppe m, stock rear swaybar, stock front RCA/LCA.

I'd play around with your rear toe for now, put the swaybar back in. Then play around with the rear dampening settings again. Also look at tyre pressures.

What camber settings are you running in the front & rear?

[Azz86]

Thanks Mike. I was hoping you would weigh in here. Been a long time reader of your build thread :thumbsup:

Front camber: -0.75 degrees
Front toe: 0.5mm total toe in

Rear camber: -1.30 degrees
Rear toe: 0.25mm total toe in

I had a run at Sydney Motorsport Park South Circuit late last year with these same settings. Had a pretty good day being just slightly slower than the Evo crowd but still lost the back end twice. Makes me wonder if I could get better with the proper wheel alignment.

Had a good look under the car this afternoon. Everything appears to be in perfect condition. Nothing obvious. Also noticed the car has some kind of after market tie rods which I didn't know about. Really think it is alignment related. Keen to get it fixed.

I'll have a play around and see if I can get any improvement. My last wheel alignment was with a home wheel alignment kit so it would be nice to actually take it to a professional.

Thanks again :thumbsup:

[RPS.13]

Anytime Azz86. A long time reader :thumbsup: nice!

I'd also try dialling some more front camber, if you are able to for your next outting. If your camber tops are aready maxed out, you could look into camber bolts. Bearing in mind your stock tie rods will run out of adjustment the more negative you go.

I'd also change the front toe setting to run slight toe out, rather then toe in.

[integraR]

Anytime Azz86. A long time reader :thumbsup: nice!

I'd also try dialling some more front camber, if you are able to for your next outting. If your camber tops are aready maxed out, you could look into camber bolts. Bearing in mind your stock tie rods will run out of adjustment the more negative you go.

I'd also change the front toe setting to run slight toe out, rather then toe in.

do you have a build thread for your 180? link?

[RPS.13]

do you have a build thread for your 180? link?

Here you go:

http://nissansilvia.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=417218&st=0

Wasn't too sure if it still existed :p

[viett]

RPS.13 I saw your car yesterday in the city near Lygon street, looking mint!

[RPS.13]

RPS.13 I saw your car yesterday in the city near Lygon street, looking mint!

Thanks viett!

[integraR]

Thanks viett!

just curious what's the reason for the switch to ep from 180sx

[RPS.13]

just curious what's the reason for the switch to ep from 180sx

I was sick of getting defected in the 180, plus it was getting a bit dated.

[Azz86]

Anytime Azz86. A long time reader :thumbsup: nice!

I'd also try dialling some more front camber, if you are able to for your next outting. If your camber tops are aready maxed out, you could look into camber bolts. Bearing in mind your stock tie rods will run out of adjustment the more negative you go.

I'd also change the front toe setting to run slight toe out, rather then toe in.

Thanks again for your help. I'll make some adjustments soon. Replacing the radiator this weekend. The damn thing cracked somehow....

I checked the tie rods and they aren't stock so should be right with adjustments. The camber tops are roughly in the centre so should be able to adjust that as well.

[UNA91]

has anyone fitted oem foglights with the mugen lip on? heard you have to cut either the lip or the foglight housing dunno which i should cut haha

[LittleDragon^^]

Hey everyone. So I just did a service and noticed that the new Honda FEO "ultra" is labeled API SM and the older FEO is labelled API SL.

Are they compatible? I've used the whole ultra bottle and was wondering if it's safe to refill with the original FEO.http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/03/6y4e9ymu.jpg

[UNA91]

SM has added additives to decrease wear and replaces SL

[LittleDragon^^]

SM has added additives to decrease wear and replaces SL

Thanks, mate. So it'll be safe to use the SL for top ups? There's still 3 litres or so and I don't really want to throw it out.

[doosra]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/03/ytumyja5.jpg

Anyone know if this ecu is the right Kpro v3 for the ep3?

I'm guessing it at cause the price is so cheap to what they sell for in Oz

[mocchi]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/03/ytumyja5.jpg

Anyone know if this ecu is the right Kpro v3 for the ep3?

I'm guessing it at cause the price is so cheap to what they sell for in Oz

"customer supplied ECU"
it doesnt include the ecu. only kpro board.

[doosra]

Ahh full set is 1320usd. . Make sense now

[UNA91]

Thanks, mate. So it'll be safe to use the SL for top ups? There's still 3 litres or so and I don't really want to throw it out.

Should be fine to top up with. Honda makes small changes in oil additives from time to time, same with their MTF and then labels in differently to distinguish them. Though im not sure if they stopped making the SL when SM came out in 2004 so i dunno if oil expires or not lol

[viett]

Anyone got any ideas if 17x9.5 +40 would fit on our EP3's without flared fenders? If so what tyre sizes and camber settings would I need?

[stienerv2]

Hell no lol.

Fender flares are not the issue. Its the problem with the rear trailing arms and coilovers/shocks absorbers. You will most likely hit it.

You would rather a +30 or +35 or +22 lol.

[stienerv2]

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/q73/s720x720/1926883_10151884230147703_1711835843_n.jpg?oh=b1fa ab4ad843dd0d0e7874b61dccac09&oe=547B43F5&__gda__=1416696953_b4d42f85166133903dbf987870b9005 f

https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfa1/t1.0-9/q71/s720x720/1012539_10151884231682703_1382213862_n.jpg

These are 18*9.5+22

[UNA91]

^hella tite yo

What camber and tyre size you running? all about that scrub life

[stienerv2]

It was around -4 all round and 215/40 tyres

[bluey45]

Looking fresh and minty as always victor :)

[mryangtastic]

Can someone help me with this?
http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?183945-EP3-Remove-shift-boot&p=3920358#post3920358

[JDMTEC]

Hi All,
I've been doing quite a bit of digging although have not found anything worth pursuing.
I'm wanting to purchase a Air Walker Front Lip (Genuine/Replica).

Any help would be greatly appreciated :)

Cheers,

Edit: I should add - I've seen the listing on Jdmconcept for $700 AUD although wanting to know if there's anything at a better price.

[JDMTEC]

Not sure if I'm seeing this correctly but Jdmconcept is now listing this for $880?!

[doosra]

Just saw this. Wanna give it a go and let us know the feedback on fitment.

http://pages.ebay.com/motors/link/?nav=item.view&id=191315017044&alt=web

[threesix]

hory shit!! moar info on that blue EP!!!

[stienerv2]

It's Cristian Loza car. The co founder of canibeat.

[UNA91]

Anyon selling or know where i can find an oem front bumper?

Also, anyone know if the usdm foglights fit the jdm bumper?

[mryangtastic]

Anyone else has or had scratches in the dash?

I'm looking for a solution.

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/02/ec9be02c3b019d4b198e54bbea77f826.jpg

[doosra]

Me too.. When u find a solution let me know. I've just dealt with it

[SuperSteve]

Anyone know how to take the front type r badge off the front grill ? The letter y fell off :(

[UNA91]

Anyone else has or had scratches in the dash?

I'm looking for a solution.

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/02/ec9be02c3b019d4b198e54bbea77f826.jpg

I used a heat gun/pencil blow torch until it went shiny and smoothed it out with my finger real quick whilst its warm. Be very careful tho! Don't wanna melt the dash lol just do quick passes

[doosra]

I used a heat gun/pencil blow torch until it went shiny and smoothed it out with my finger real quick whilst its warm. Be very careful tho! Don't wanna melt the dash lol just do quick passes
That sounds fairly risky a haha I'm not bothered too much by mine.

[charliebrown]

Chasing a part number for the IACV alone (not whole TB) if anyone knows

Not sure if 16022-PRB-A01 or 16022-PRB-A02 or something else entirely :/

[uniqlo]

Does this help?

http://jp-carparts.com/honda/partlist.php?maker=honda&type=CIVIC%203D&cartype=860&fig=E&fig1=100

[dnapol]

friends!

I'm wanting to make my EP3 immac street car again (shifting from track to street again). Any idea if there's any wrecks with a lot of parts still on them?
I'm after:
- Rear seat buckles
- Rear seat centre bracket
- Spare tyre and tool
- Rear boot carpet
- Sun Visors (with centre bracket)

[LittleDragon^^]

So I fitted Evo 8 Enkeis (17x8 +38) with 235/45/17 all around and the rear tyres scrub when going over a bump during cornering.

Has anyone home rolled their rear guards?

The little weld looking dints makes me think a guard roller won't do and a panel beater is needed. 2745627456

[charliebrown]

A guard roller will work fine but just be careful as the rear part near where it becomes rear bumper flares easy and if you fuk it up it will look uneven (as in your rear wheels look toe'd out)

[LittleDragon^^]

A guard roller will work fine but just be careful as the rear part near where it becomes rear bumper flares easy and if you fuk it up it will look uneven (as in your rear wheels look toe'd out)

Thanks CB. Did you roll your guards yourself, using an actual guard rolling tool?

[lolmclol]

Cbauto did it with his best in market guard rolling technique

[UNA91]

Inb4baseballbat

But really, guard roller will work, just heat up the paint abit and just ease it out towards the rear as it can push out the fender as cb said.I also found I had to grind the small metal and plastic tab sticking out in the wheel well at the rear as it seemed pretty close to the tyre if it were to be fully loaded.

[im_visvim]

Hey guys got a question about wheel setup for ep3

currently im running 17x7+45, 215/45/17 (which is the stock ep3 size)
Gonna get my coilovers soon and im planning to do a flush look so that means i will need a new set of rims ...

will 17x8+44 / +35 work on 215/45 tyres?
do I need to roll guard? and which works better? +44 or +35?
Should I do a flush look with Ce28 rims or fk tht lol?

thx

[doosra]

Go with 17 x 8 +35 or even more aggressive if u want it flush. Here's what it looks like and I rolled my guards as well. Wheels are also for sale.

[im_visvim]

Go with 17 x 8 +35 or even more aggressive if u want it flush. Here's what it looks like and I rolled my guards as well. Wheels are also for sale.

Looks really great, i want to but x8.5 or 9 will scratch the suspension isnt it? And my tyre might not fit those size :S

[UNA91]

You'll need to roll the guards; 8" +35 will be flush in the rear with 215/45, depending on how low you go you may want to run abit of camber to avoid scrubbing when going over dips/potholes/fatpeople, but the fronts you can go more aggressive.

There are people who stretch 195 tyres on 9 inch rims, tho its highly counterproductive and not recommended

[im_visvim]

You'll need to roll the guards; 8" +35 will be flush in the rear with 215/45, depending on how low you go you may want to run abit of camber to avoid scrubbing when going over dips/potholes/fatpeople, but the fronts you can go more aggressive.

There are people who stretch 195 tyres on 9 inch rims, tho its highly counterproductive and not recommended
Not gonna plan for super aggressive look, half finger length between the fender is enough
Thx for the tips tho :D

[mryangtastic]

I've just been browsing around the web and it seems everyone has a RM01A.
Where does everyone get the system from?

[DreadAngel]

I've just been browsing around the web and it seems everyone has a RM01A.
Where does everyone get the system from?

Picked up with the car or 2nd hand off Yahoo JP :)

It's a beautiful system :)

[doosra]

I've just been browsing around the web and it seems everyone has a RM01A.
Where does everyone get the system from?
If your lucky you'll find one second hand otherwise for much cheaper you can get a tegiwa one which is a copy of the rm01a. That's what I'm running on mine.

[a5sl3ss]

Go with 17 x 8 +35 or even more aggressive if u want it flush. Here's what it looks like and I rolled my guards as well. Wheels are also for sale.

Hi, where did you get that front lip? looks nice :)

[doosra]

Hi, where did you get that front lip? looks nice :)
Those are devsport winglets along with eBay ez lip

[mryangtastic]

If your lucky you'll find one second hand otherwise for much cheaper you can get a tegiwa one which is a copy of the rm01a. That's what I'm running on mine.
Where to buy? I'm interested.

[doosra]

Where to buy? I'm interested.
The tegiwa?

https://www.tegiwaimports.com/tegiwa-cat-back-exhaust-honda-civic-type-r-ep3-01-06.html

Price is actually cheaper once you register and check out because you don't have to pay VAT UK tax.

[Bananasorus]

This is my car with 17x8 +38 ce28ns, with rolled gaurds, for some better fitment pictures.

http://i.imgur.com/RxvupZ4.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/cOcNhCv.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/TESGLhG.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/Jvbf4kP.jpg

[jacob2094]

Thinking of getting an EP3R soon. What is head room like in the back seats? I know the DC5 is pretty bad lol

[UNA91]

Thinking of getting an EP3R soon. What is head room like in the back seats? I know the DC5 is pretty bad lol

You'd be very surprised with the amount of room you get in the back. Plenty of space

[integraR]

You'd be very surprised with the amount of room you get in the back. Plenty of space

coz mini van

[mryangtastic]

Thinking of getting an EP3R soon. What is head room like in the back seats? I know the DC5 is pretty bad lol
Back seats are good. Not comfy but there's space. Plenty of head room.

[im_visvim]

Thinking of getting an EP3R soon. What is head room like in the back seats? I know the DC5 is pretty bad lol

The space is pretty good :), no trouble during my roadtrip with 3 mates from Melb to Syd

[SHRUKA]

Anyone know if these Tegiwa Steering Rack Raisers could actually fix my bump steers (during VTEC/road slumps)?

Also my steering wheel turns crazily left or right when I come to brake at a traffic light...


LINK: https://www.tegiwaimports.com/tegiwa-steering-rack-raiser-civic-ep3-integra-dc5.html

[UNA91]

Anyone know if these Tegiwa Steering Rack Raisers could actually fix my bump steers (during VTEC/road slumps)?

Also my steering wheel turns crazily left or right when I come to brake at a traffic light...


LINK: https://www.tegiwaimports.com/tegiwa-steering-rack-raiser-civic-ep3-integra-dc5.html

my steering wheel moves when going slow on bumpy uneven roads coming to a stop or even going over a bump sideways/one sided; I don't think you can get rid of it 100%. Using longer tie rods (todd's?), roll center adjusters, inverted tie rod ends and the rack raisers may help but in stock form the ep3 tie rods are pretty angled already.

My steering wheel jerks when moving slowly over uneven roads too. I believe bump steer is caused when the tie rods are different angles to each other; so when one side of the car goes goes over a bump or uneven surfaces, it causes the front suspension to compress and the tie rod to move up or down (different angle to the other side), affecting toe angle of the wheel and causing the steering to move. You don't notice it at higher speeds cause it all happens so fast.

idk lol i just hold my steering wheel to keep it straight

[chargeR]

Anyone know if these Tegiwa Steering Rack Raisers could actually fix my bump steers (during VTEC/road slumps)?

Also my steering wheel turns crazily left or right when I come to brake at a traffic light...


LINK: https://www.tegiwaimports.com/tegiwa-steering-rack-raiser-civic-ep3-integra-dc5.html

No it will only make it worse.

[JDM EP3]

anyone have any idea about the whole airbag recall? i think the 2002-2005 civics are involved in it

[SHRUKA]

No it will only make it worse.

Are you being serious or?

Cause I haven't heard anyone use these.

[chargeR]

Are you being serious or?

Cause I haven't heard anyone use these.

100% serious. The DC5/EP3 toes in with bump travel from the factory, and moving the inner end of the tie rods upwards will only make this issue worse. For example, Realtime Racing, that once ran what were probably the most well prepared DC5s in the world, lower the inner end of the tie rod to correct this (probably in combination with a custom outer tie rod end):

http://imageshack.com/a/img683/4615/rtrtierod.jpg

Correcting bump steer is not a one size fits all solution, you need adjustment and it needs to be tailored to your ride height and geometry.

[kenny07]

heyyy

need a driver side light bulb for my EP3

went to jax to getit fixed but they didnt have and didnt know what the light bulb part was..

can anyone help me here on the part no.

i'm pretty sure it's the OEM light from factory manufacture

[amant02]

100% serious. The DC5/EP3 toes in with bump travel from the factory, and moving the inner end of the tie rods upwards will only make this issue worse. For example, Realtime Racing, that once ran what were probably the most well prepared DC5s in the world, lower the inner end of the tie rod to correct this (probably in combination with a custom outer tie rod end):

http://imageshack.com/a/img683/4615/rtrtierod.jpg

Correcting bump steer is not a one size fits all solution, you need adjustment and it needs to be tailored to your ride height and geometry.

This is correct, after hours of searching and researching, its as simple as this.

Don't fall for the inverted tie rods, steering rack bull shit. All of it is bullshit.

People may advise you otherwise to make a sale, be mindful.

Google the following term - How to tune DC5/EP3 suspension. 1st link has all your answers.

What to use your money on - Good set of Coils + Rear camber kit (depanding on how low you wanna go) + Good Wheel allignment.

[Symphorced]

heyyy

need a driver side light bulb for my EP3

went to jax to getit fixed but they didnt have and didnt know what the light bulb part was..

can anyone help me here on the part no.

i'm pretty sure it's the OEM light from factory manufacture

If it's the OEM 01-03 HIDs then the bulb is "D2R".

[kenny07]

If it's the OEM 01-03 HIDs then the bulb is "D2R".

thanks for that! :)

are the OEM HIDs 4300K or 6000K??

[Mikeyy168]

OEM should be the 4000 range since they have a yellow tinge in the white light it emits

[uniqlo]

No sure about PFL but FL use Philips 85122(+) bulbs which are 4300K

Does anyone know the cheapest place to source MTF3 fluid?

I've seen it advertised on a FB page "Sumods" based in VIC. Just awaiting their reply.

[uniqlo]

Holy crap $90 delivered to NSW

[amant02]

Holy crap $90 delivered to NSW

You might be able to get other "race" brands for same price or cheaper. Without the wait from Repco or Autobarn.

Im using Penrite gear oil in the DC5. 218,xxxKM and still launching at 5.5k.

[uniqlo]

Ah ok cool - which one in particular are you using? Pro 75W85?

I might stick with the cheaper MTF06 as I'm on a budget

[amant02]

I think 75w is recommended. Im using 85W

[Mikeyy168]

Hey guys, just installed an rbc intake manifold, s90 TB and k-tune fuel rail... Something strange is happening cause sometimes it idles at 2000 or 1500 but when I tap the accelerator it goes back down to 1000. (The engine is already warm). Anyone come across this after their upgrade?

[Kreston]

Hey guys, just installed an rbc intake manifold, s90 TB and k-tune fuel rail... Something strange is happening cause sometimes it idles at 2000 or 1500 but when I tap the accelerator it goes back down to 1000. (The engine is already warm). Anyone come across this after their upgrade?

Have you adjusted the TPS and Idle screw after doing the swap? They often go out of callibration when you mess with them and cause idle hunting. There is a good DIY to follow for checking if you havn't already - http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?120191-Calibrating-the-Voltage-on-the-TPS.

[Mikeyy168]

Haven't adjusted it but will have a look this weekend! Thanks for the info!

[SHRUKA]

100% serious. The DC5/EP3 toes in with bump travel from the factory, and moving the inner end of the tie rods upwards will only make this issue worse. For example, Realtime Racing, that once ran what were probably the most well prepared DC5s in the world, lower the inner end of the tie rod to correct this (probably in combination with a custom outer tie rod end):

http://imageshack.com/a/img683/4615/rtrtierod.jpg

Correcting bump steer is not a one size fits all solution, you need adjustment and it needs to be tailored to your ride height and geometry.


Step-by-step, how can I fix this problem?

[amant02]

Step-by-step, how can I fix this problem?

Whats your setup? How low? What coils? Any Camber kit? What settings you wanna run? Rear camber? Front Toe?

He will need to know. His already told you the easiest fix, just go to a shop that know what they doing.

[integraR]

thoughts on painting ep3 this color?

http://www.canibeat.com/cristian/photography/ep3_70-200_1.jpg

http://oi29.tinypic.com/28072mw.jpg

http://www.canibeat.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/mattm_HondaDay_atco-21.jpg

[Bananasorus]

Hey guys, was wondering whats involved with installing facelift headlights into pre facelift front end? I just want to change the headlights, not the front bar and grille.

Anyone know what's involved with the wiring?

[Mikeyy168]

thoughts on painting ep3 this color?

http://www.canibeat.com/cristian/photography/ep3_70-200_1.jpg

http://oi29.tinypic.com/28072mw.jpg

http://www.canibeat.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/mattm_HondaDay_atco-21.jpg

It's a nice colour man! You'll be one of a kind in Australia!

[Kreston]

thoughts on painting ep3 this color?

http://www.canibeat.com/cristian/photography/ep3_70-200_1.jpg

http://oi29.tinypic.com/28072mw.jpg

http://www.canibeat.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/mattm_HondaDay_atco-21.jpg Don't do it!!!! I'll cry in jealousy!

[stienerv2]

Hey guys, was wondering whats involved with installing facelift headlights into pre facelift front end? I just want to change the headlights, not the front bar and grille.

Anyone know what's involved with the wiring?

You don't need to change the front bar or grille.

Just the wiring.

[SHRUKA]

thoughts on painting ep3 this color?

http://www.canibeat.com/cristian/photography/ep3_70-200_1.jpg

http://oi29.tinypic.com/28072mw.jpg

http://www.canibeat.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/mattm_HondaDay_atco-21.jpg

Don't do it. There is already one in Melbourne.

http://imgur.com/JDcuSeF
http://imgur.com/JDcuSeF

[dnapol]

Anyone interested in genuine Mugen ep3 bonnet? Will sell cheaper than my for sale ad to you guys!

[mryangtastic]

Has anyone else been interested in winglets before?
I've just found some on eBay and thought they looked nice.

Front bumper winglets
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/161122418581?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2648

Side skirt winglets
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/161270046563?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

[Kreston]

Is someone able to invite me into the Melbourne EP3 page, there's a couple of other members who would join as well. Would be good to see the Melbourne one grow considering it's mostly dominated by sydney! PM me if you're in it!

[integraR]

has anyone have experience removing the rear side windows on the ep3?

[im_visvim]

Is someone able to invite me into the Melbourne EP3 page, there's a couple of other members who would join as well. Would be good to see the Melbourne one grow considering it's mostly dominated by sydney! PM me if you're in it!

Theres a Melbourne EP3 page? where? Im interested.. Looking for EP3 to travel tgt to Honda Network

[im_visvim]

Also I've got a question on exhaust setup

Currently im sitting with Mugen twinloop catback

should I upgrade the catback to something else (invidia maybe) or
go with header change (most likely PLM) and highflow cat (will the exhaust sound and power increase?)

[UNA91]

Also I've got a question on exhaust setup

Currently im sitting with Mugen twinloop catback

should I upgrade the catback to something else (invidia maybe) or
go with header change (most likely PLM) and highflow cat (will the exhaust sound and power increase?)

go both, the mugen twinloop is pretty restrictive

[DRMZON]

Has anyone else been interested in winglets before?
I've just found some on eBay and thought they looked nice.

Front bumper winglets
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/161122418581?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2648

Side skirt winglets
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/161270046563?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

Dev sport winglets only for facelift front bar or mugen splitter :) I made the mistake of buying them with preface lift

[doosra]

Dev sport winglets only for facelift front bar or mugen splitter :) I made the mistake of buying them with preface lift
Me too but I modified mine so it still fits, just doesn't curve out the front if you know what I mean

[mryangtastic]

I don't know what you mean. Got pics?

[doosra]

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/15/9781a63556e72324eeea3c97c0c91193.jpg

[doosra]

You can't really see it but I cut the part that comes around the front because pre fl lip curves up, hence why it doesn't work.

[DRMZON]

You can't really see it but I cut the part that comes around the front because pre fl lip curves up, hence why it doesn't work.

Do you have a more front on picture? Ahah :)

[-JC-]

Please look here if you want some FREE BNIB Energy Suspension Engine Mount Inserts, you just pay for postage. FFS surely someone can use these to save me putting brand new parts in the bloody bin, none of this stuff fits on an ISF unfortunately . . . .

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?184630-Energy-Suspension-Engine-Mount-Inserts-EP3-DC5-BNIB

[-JC-]

Also, this may be of interest to some of you. Feel free to make me an offer outside of eBay.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/111521271773?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

[mryangtastic]

Opinions on replacing the union jack with the Japanese flag?

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8488/8211019316_d5a146c72c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/dvzBYy)

[doosra]

Maybe the rising sun rectangle flag would look better

[dnapol]

The car was made in UK, why not keep the history of the car with it a little?

[DRMZON]

Just delete the uk badge and civic.

[UNA91]

aussie flag

[dnapol]

Just want to confirm, do dc5 coilovers fit onto our ep3s?

Yes. Just need to shave a few mm off each of the rear eyelets and run dc5 tie rod ends

[charliebrown]

Got knocked back for RWC for having the oem HIDs cos they dont have washers and levelling system. Anyone know if its possible to rewire it and fit halogen bulbs into the hid headlights. or do i have to get eu3 headlights and rewire for them

[-JC-]

Got knocked back for RWC for having the oem HIDs cos they dont have washers and levelling system. Anyone know if its possible to rewire it and fit halogen bulbs into the hid headlights. or do i have to get eu3 headlights and rewire for them

Sounds to me like you got the most pedantic inspector in the universe mate, they didn't even look twice at mine here in QLD when it was roadworthy time.

Usually if you try hard enough you'll find someone who can get you a 'phoneworthy', I find them far more convenient . . .

[mryangtastic]

Anybody looked in to rear sway bars?
What size is the stock one?

[charliebrown]

stock is 22mm hollow
whiteline is solid 24mm 2 point adjustable (23.5 or 24.5 iirc)
cusco is solid 25mm

[mryangtastic]

Is it best to get both front and rear? Or just rear?

Cheapest place to buy?

[UNA91]

rear is more beneficial for fwd, less understeer. Whiteline is pretty good

[amant02]

rear is more beneficial for fwd, less understeer. Whiteline is pretty good

For the feint hearted this will be very scary.

Doing this you better be prep'd for next level shit in your FWD.

[doosra]

For the feint hearted this will be very scary.

Doing this you better be prep'd for next level shit in your FWD.
A bit exaggerated.. I've upgraded just rears to white line and it's awesome.. hugs corners more.. not scarey at all

[amant02]

Increasing rear sway bar size = inducing oversteer.

Hence why its better for aggressive FWD Drivers who like to floor it on the apex of a turn.


Ill be quiet from here. There are precautions when tuning suspension.

[doosra]

Yeah I know what your saying but I found stock ep3 had too much understeer so I really loved the difference with the rsb but I also push it within reason as well.. nothing too crazy.

[mryangtastic]

I've read around a bit and it is clear that a rear sway bar in a FWD will induce more oversteer.

But what I'd still like to know is what are the effects of upgrading both front and rear sway bars.

[im_visvim]

I've read around a bit and it is clear that a rear sway bar in a FWD will induce more oversteer.

But what I'd still like to know is what are the effects of upgrading both front and rear sway bars.

more stable when cornering

[kenny07]

looks like ill be upgrading my rear sway bar soon..

[kenny07]

A bit exaggerated.. I've upgraded just rears to white line and it's awesome.. hugs corners more.. not scarey at all

hi doosra.. how much did u get the whitelin sway bar for and where did u get it from?

[doosra]

Can't remember exactly how much but think it was around during 240-260. From MRT performance in Ryde.. they sell on ebay as well.

[Mikeyy168]

Know if it'll fit with the f7 subframe brace?

[doosra]

Know if it'll fit with the f7 subframe brace?
Yeah I'm running that setup now

[Paletri]

any idea where/how much to pick up a gruppe m intake?

[mryangtastic]

Under 1000AUD @ RHDJAPAN.

[typeRep3]

Just wondering what speakers you guys are running in your ep3 as the stock ones are $h!t. Any recommendations regarding a good set + amp? Not really keen on spending a ridiculous amount on A grade quality, just want some decent ones.
Cheers

[DRMZON]

None, take them out.

[amant02]

Just wondering what speakers you guys are running in your ep3 as the stock ones are $h!t. Any recommendations regarding a good set + amp? Not really keen on spending a ridiculous amount on A grade quality, just want some decent ones.
Cheers

How deeps the pocket?


None, take them out.

This!

Cos racecar.

[typeRep3]

How deeps the pocket?

Pretty sure it's 6"

[doosra]

I think he's asking you what budget you have. Lol

[typeRep3]

Ah lmao sorry, around $200

[amant02]

Hmm do ur research many very good items can be had for 200 big ones.

JBHIFI was selling 4 way sony for 105 a pair 6 inch. Amp to match for 58. Pretty cheap.

Most will say get splits. Which is true its better. But the ones worth mentioning cost more then 200. Then add cost of amp wiring kit etc etc

6in will be direct fit. No trim cutting etc.
Get good wiring kit if ur doing it at home.

descent speaker setup for under 200. If u want a sub make sure you make correct decisions in relation to ur amp. This may push the budget a little. But it will save u many troubles.

[typeRep3]

Alright thanks heaps mate!

[doosra]

Check Ryda or Soundmaster for prices or keep an eye out for when jbhifi do 30% off car audio. All you need is to get some speakers and run them off an amp and you'll get much improved sound. You could get some ok splits and rear speakers like alpine type s for about 200 and then spend another 100 on amp and then wiring kit which will be about 40 and you're done..

[typeRep3]

Cheers for the suggestions guys, will most likely end up waiting for a sale [emoji4]

[latinstyle69]

any idea where/how much to pick up a gruppe m intake?

Just over $800, I got it from this site wen it was $1k, had no issues
http://www.xposed.com.au/honda-civic-ep3-typer.html

[Mikeyy168]

Just over $800, I got it from this site wen it was $1k, had no issues
http://www.xposed.com.au/honda-civic-ep3-typer.html

Got mine from this guy too, met him from ozhonda too.

[mryangtastic]

For the members with Whiteline 24mm adjustable front sway bar, what headers are you using?

EDIT: I know that Whiteline 22mm on a DC5 clears all aftermarket headers. Just wandering if it's the same story with EP3.

[UNA91]

Most DC5 headers will fit the EP3, my plm headers sit close to the swaybar when the car is jacked up. I also suggest you run stiffer motor mounts or atleast stiffer rear mount as i found mine knocking on the sway during more spirited drives.

[SHRUKA]

Anyone know if I can get any kind of foglights to fit with the airwalker lip?

[DRMZON]

Anyone know if I can get any kind of foglights to fit with the airwalker lip?

Pretty much have to custom fit them. Chris had some done them on his. Pretty sure only one with air walker lip with fog lights.

[mryangtastic]

Do I buy both front and rear sway bars or just opt for the rear sway bar?

I want the car to handle as balanced as possible. Reduce understeer, reduce oversteer.
eBay seller couldn't provide the Whiteline parts in time, so I'll have to hunt elsewhere.
Meanwhile this gives me an opportunity to re-assess if I need the full set, front and rear.
Tempted to stay with the stock front sway bar to allow for PLM Headers.

[DRMZON]

Just get rear mate it will make a huge difference [emoji106][emoji106]

[doosra]

Agree, just go rears. Try MRT Performance in Ryde if your are from Sydney

[mryangtastic]

Awesome. Ryde is quite close to me. What's good about MRT Performance?

[doosra]

Awesome. Ryde is quite close to me. What's good about MRT Performance?
Not sure what u mean by your question. You're after the white line sway bar right? Well they sell it. They also sell on ebay as well.

[mryangtastic]

Just wandering if it was like the cheapest or something. Free installation perhaps? :)

[doosra]

They were cheapest on ebay so I contacted them directly and they gave me like a 10% discount for buying in store as the price on ebay is inclusive of "free postage".

Are you installing yourself ? If so, get ready for a pain in the ass job. The oem end links are the worse design and so hard to take off..

[mryangtastic]

They don't have a listing on eBay, so I'll have to visit them.

I'd rather have it professionally installed. They do installations too, right?

[doosra]

Yeah I'd say so.

[amant02]

I've used MRT before as well. These days they dont carry much Honda stuff.

Also got discount for buyin store from ebay listing.

[charliebrown]

Any of you fellas want spoon calipers? need them gone. 1k flat, can post for a few bucks more

[mryangtastic]

MRT Performance is out of stock. 6-8 week wait if I want to order.
Same story with eBay seller.
Any other resellers out there?
OR any other alternate brands?

[doosra]

Try 999automotive

[mryangtastic]

99automotive doesn't have stock. Any others?

[doosra]

Just jump on ebay. There are a couple of sellers

[mryangtastic]

I did. One seller was selling both front and rear in one package. I purchased that, telling me the rear bar wasn't able to be here for 8 weeks. Ended up with a $195 front sway bar though! Other seller just selling rear bar, I made contact before purchase and same story. No stock.

[Wiz Khalifa]

anyone recommend a smash repairs around Sydney?

[SHOGUNOVDDRK]

http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/DollyBockridge/Mobile%20Uploads/20150113_173708_zpsmjvh4lp4.jpg (http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/DollyBockridge/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150113_173708_zpsmjvh4lp4.jpg.html)

http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/DollyBockridge/Mobile%20Uploads/20150114_114444_zpsbcmtfenj.jpg (http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/DollyBockridge/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150114_114444_zpsbcmtfenj.jpg.html)

http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/DollyBockridge/Mobile%20Uploads/20150114_152825_zpsiuezqxyu.jpg (http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/DollyBockridge/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150114_152825_zpsiuezqxyu.jpg.html)

http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t548/DollyBockridge/Mobile%20Uploads/20150114_113529_zpsty5oz2li.jpg (http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/DollyBockridge/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150114_113529_zpsty5oz2li.jpg.html)

Another happy EP3 driver here, thank you Steve.

[Perry]

arrr nice welcome to the ep3 group

[SHOGUNOVDDRK]

arrr nice welcome to the ep3 group
Hehe cheers Perry, good group to be in.

I remember back in '08 at the KK's meet I sat in Nepolian or Nightriders EP3 and thought to myself "I'd never own one of these"

LOOOOOOL hello 2015.

[amant02]

Hehe cheers Perry, good group to be in.

I remember back in '08 at the KK's meet I sat in Nepolian or Nightriders EP3 and thought to myself "I'd never own one of these"

LOOOOOOL hello 2015.

Wen we go on cruise? Let people of the road hear our peoples music.



BAAAAWAHAAAA

[EKVTIR-T]

Wen we go on cruise? Let people of the road hear our peoples music.



BAAAAWAHAAAA

http://users.wowway.com/~whitedragon/f-and-f2.jpg

[Mikeyy168]

Hey just wondering if anyone else has had this problem with their ep3r.

Lately my 1st and 2nd gears have been engaging weird. It's like a sudden loss of power then it goes to normal again. Kind of hard to explain to be honest.

In any gear whilst I'm moving and I'm not on the accelerator, the car jerks a little a few times...

Car is throwing a cel light too. Codes show that the primary o2 sensor is on low voltage and the car is running rich.

Recent mods are an rbc intake mani, s90 70mm TB and a ktuned fuel rail.

Not sure how to properly explain this but if you guys know what's crackin let me know!

[Perry]

Hey just wondering if anyone else has had this problem with their ep3r.

Lately my 1st and 2nd gears have been engaging weird. It's like a sudden loss of power then it goes to normal again. Kind of hard to explain to be honest.

In any gear whilst I'm moving and I'm not on the accelerator, the car jerks a little a few times...

Car is throwing a cel light too. Codes show that the primary o2 sensor is on low voltage and the car is running rich.

Recent mods are an rbc intake mani, s90 70mm TB and a ktuned fuel rail.

Not sure how to properly explain this but if you guys know what's crackin let me know!

Are u using a aftermarket ECU?

[Mikeyy168]

Nah not yet

[Perry]

Im guessing that could be the cause of it with the manifold and TB mod but ill let the experts to comment on this to confirm.

[Mikeyy168]

It's been driving fine for over a month. Not sure if it's causing first and second to act the way it is though =[

[Perry]

It's been driving fine for over a month. Not sure if it's causing first and second to act the way it is though =[

Dirt in manifold or leak in the manifold.

[paddy30]

Hi all. I just joined today. I'm on the verge of buying an EP3 Type R. Any advise on whether to import or buy in the country? Anyone had any dealings with Iron Chef?

[DRMZON]

It's been driving fine for over a month. Not sure if it's causing first and second to act the way it is though =[

Get that shit tuned with an aftermarket ecu

[Mikeyy168]

So you guys definitely think the ECU could be causing problems such as gear 1 and 2 acting funny and let's say gear 4 to jerk a little whilst not on the accelerator?

[integraR]

Hi all. I just joined today. I'm on the verge of buying an EP3 Type R. Any advise on whether to import or buy in the country? Anyone had any dealings with Iron Chef?

get a few quotes on importing and compare with car sales

Iron Chef imports is one that I would trust over the other ones (should be wary of the dealers on paramatta rd )

should get the deregistered import papers from the importer as itt'll give real info like km's any damages and condition of exterior and interior

[EKVTIR-T]

avoid edward lee

[charliebrown]

edward lee got good videos doe

[Mikeyy168]

Hahahahhaa i love Edward lee videos!!!!

[paddy30]

Hey guys cheers for the feedback. Yeah I've been doing some communication with Phil Lee and it just seems a bit odd at times. He's very keen to discuss details over the phone but all I want are straight facts in black and white (email) : ) He has an orange facelift EP3 at the moment. It looks awful! : ) :eek: Iron Chef has been very helpful so far.

[SHOGUNOVDDRK]

He has an orange facelift EP3 at the moment. It looks awful! : )

Oh god...

Photographic memory kicking in.











FUUUUUUUU MY EYEEES!!!

[Kreston]

Hi guys, can anyone confirm that these dc5 sway bars are the part numbers for cusco sway bars that fit ep3?
322 311 A25 - Front Sway Bar
322 311 B25 - Rear Sway Bar

[paddy30]

Oh god...

Photographic memory kicking in.











FUUUUUUUU MY EYEEES!!!

Haaaa. Bright orange with black in the centre of the bonnet!:thumbdwn:

[im_visvim]

Red te37 on EP3

What do you guys think?

oh btw does anyone know any good power coat-er in VIC?

[MarkO1995]

lower control arms need replacing.
where can i get them locally?
will the civic EU ones or DC5 fit?

[UNA91]

lower control arms need replacing.
where can i get them locally?
will the civic EU ones or DC5 fit?

DC5 ones have different bolt pattern, not sure about EU

just get some aftermarket hardrace/skunk2/function7s

[doosra]

U can get hard race ones from jdmyard. F7 is the bomb though ! Make sure u get ep3 ones ..as una91 said, diff bolt pattern from dc5.

[pengypengy]

anyone here done k20/k24 with there ep3? im looking of doing a kfrank

[pengypengy]

or working the k20 motor instead of kfrank less costly and more reliable?

[typeRep3]

Red te37 on EP3

What do you guys think?

oh btw does anyone know any good power coat-er in VIC?

Have heard good things about GD Sandblasting & Powder Coating in east side melb, think around $80 per wheel.

[DRMZON]

or working the k20 motor instead of kfrank less costly and more reliable?

Better off going k24 then doing internals. Internals can come later after k24.

[amant02]

Better off going k24 then doing internals. Internals can come later after k24.

...

Better of buying K24 on the side and building bottom end. Once bottom end ready, pull out the k20 service head, Supertech combo wombo + cams.

Install and tune.

[DRMZON]

...

Better of buying K24 on the side and building bottom end. Once bottom end ready, pull out the k20 service head, Supertech combo wombo + cams.

Install and tune.

Well mate that's your opinion.
Money wise going k24 is cheaper. I'm sure if you take that into account the k24 would be a better option. How much do 2.4 blocks go for? I've seen good ones go for around the 1k mark even cheaper.

[amant02]

Well mate that's your opinion.
Money wise going k24 is cheaper. I'm sure if you take that into account the k24 would be a better option. How much do 2.4 blocks go for? I've seen good ones go for around the 1k mark even cheaper.

You confuse me.

My way is the cheapest, least down time of him not having a car.

Do it once, do it right.

You buy k24 block, rebuild it - w/e that maybe. OEM wit just new rings, new oil/water, bearings etc etc all the up to rods high comp pistons.

Once your k24 block is ready, you remove your k20. Take the head apart and get it serviced.

Then install the head on the k24 block and install into your car.

If your talking about straight swap k20a for a K24a3. Then I think your confused yourself. Cos that's not worth the money or effort.

They both make 147kW, k24 makes more tq, but k20 has true vtec + 50deg VTC. I know which one I'd stay with.

[DRMZON]

You confuse me.

My way is the cheapest, least down time of him not having a car.

Do it once, do it right.

You buy k24 block, rebuild it - w/e that maybe. OEM wit just new rings, new oil/water, bearings etc etc all the up to rods high comp pistons.

Once your k24 block is ready, you remove your k20. Take the head apart and get it serviced.

Then install the head on the k24 block and install into your car.

If your talking about straight swap k20a for a K24a3. Then I think your confused yourself. Cos that's not worth the money or effort.

They both make 147kW, k24 makes more tq, but k20 has true vtec + 50deg VTC. I know which one I'd stay with.

once again your opinion. And I respect it.

[DRMZON]

You confuse me.

My way is the cheapest, least down time of him not having a car.

Do it once, do it right.

You buy k24 block, rebuild it - w/e that maybe. OEM wit just new rings, new oil/water, bearings etc etc all the up to rods high comp pistons.

Once your k24 block is ready, you remove your k20. Take the head apart and get it serviced.

Then install the head on the k24 block and install into your car.

If your talking about straight swap k20a for a K24a3. Then I think your confused yourself. Cos that's not worth the money or effort.

They both make 147kW, k24 makes more tq, but k20 has true vtec + 50deg VTC. I know which one I'd stay with.

I will agree with you on building a bottom end in the side and doing it right once. Most people don't usually want todo that and wait and build over time. Putting a k24 block is easiest way to make very good gains quickly. But once again that's my opinion.