my ride is for sale Mugen ep3
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my ride is for sale Mugen ep3
http://forums.clubitr.com.au/showthr...811#post136811
god dammit ! ! !
Wish shannons would insure me >_< but they wont insure people under the age of 25
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO :(
^ they do...you just need to pay an age excess if you make a claim...
Hmmm mayb ill try and chase things up with them again. Last time i called the guy i was talking to asked my age and when i told him my age he said sorry we dont insure people under the age of 25. Mayb if i talk to someone else they might b more helpful because the last person i talked to was not very helpful or informative at all.Quote:
Originally Posted by sai_ANN
cheers dude :thumbsup:
If ur still keen on swapping headlights im ready when u are :D
shannons is funny, u talk to different people and u'll get different answer and quotes.
anyway try to ring up again and try your luck. let them know u're a car nut and they would be more willing to help. when i was getting insurance for the 1st time, i spent 20mins taking about motorsport and cars with them.
also joining some car clubs will help too.
did i ever say that i was even partially considering to swap...??Quote:
Originally Posted by SuperSteve
LOL....i did that too! ahahah...good move on their part that they hire people who have a think for cars too... :pQuote:
Originally Posted by Philip Lee
dang...pls keep us posted...Quote:
Originally Posted by SuperSteve
Unfortunately, still doesn't solve the problem the lengthy shipping time.Quote:
Originally Posted by Philip Lee
nps thanx guys ill try that ( b a car nut on the phone ) and see how that goes :D
hey guys need your opinion
what you guys reckon 16" te37 on the ep3??
anyone got pics of a ep3 with 16"??
Cheers Steven
shouldnt go under 17'' for ep3 r....
but they soooo cheappp >_< $400 =P
buy he's car!! is a good pack save $$$$Quote:
Originally Posted by bradb16a
Never hear anyone go down size their rims......17 is recommand size for EP3......
Theres no issues with running 16's on the EP. The fact that it is the same car (chssis) as the AUDM ITR and they run 16's.
Have a look at the pic on page 214. I have my ITR 16's on there! ;D
EP3 r already have some traction issue's with there oem 17'' wheel and you have to 16'' good luck..
what difference will there be?Quote:
Originally Posted by EP3EVA
the rolling diameter is essentially the same buddy....
all i know is smaller size = more wheel spin!!
if you really want 16'' and still want ok traction 16'' 7'' wide!
Coz the oem is 17'' 7'' wide!
just my 2 cent if you planing to get new rims for your godly JDM EP3 R get wheels that is 7.5''-8'' on 17''-18'' wheel if not just get wider rubber for your oem wheels.
yeah just no point of down grade!!
guys dont to take my words is just IMO thats all.
err i may a noob but i fail to see how going to 16s will induce more wheel spin.
as long as the tyres size compensate the reduced wheel size (ie. fitting higher profile tyres), there shouldn't be any problem.
I run 16's with cheap tyres and have done a 13.6 down the quarter. You telling me if I put on my 17" rims, I'd do a better time?? Dont think so!!
"Traction" is usually down to the type of tyre. It really has no relevance when it comes to wheel size as such, just which type or tyre and wheel to suit your application.....eg, drags, track, rally etc.....
Obviously wider the better, no one will argue with that. Just comparing for CTR and ITR, 205/45/17 and 205/55/16....no right biggy there.
Realistically, for looks, you'd go 18's. But I like my OEM/USDM look and prefer smaller wheels. Thats just me!
yeah thats what i thought?Quote:
Originally Posted by ekhybrid
They will actually get more traction.....on the track as they will essentially heat up quicker as less circumference area, although still same surface area gripping the road (unless vtecin').
damn 13.6sec plz share us yours SPEC on the EP3 plzQuote:
Originally Posted by Nepolian
walau sorry to cause an argument lolol yeah i saw the one on CLUBITR not a fan of it black ive already had my black rolla im looking at white now has to be white lolol i think ill just get them and throw them on see how it is i think im more concerned about how it will look more then performance wise it will be roughly the same if not better like the other guys say its about the width of the tire and the actual tread of the tire and how well it grips thanks for the comments guys will keep you posted ;)
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Originally Posted by EP3EVA
That my car i will post some good pics on in later ..
and as a few people no i had 16ich bbs on it 42 offset and there were no issues..
Hey guys, wheres user "bblt". Haven't seen him for a while?
he's around hahaha ur talking bout the one with alot of questions?
last time chat'd to him, he told to doing he's exhaust up 3'' s/s customQuote:
Originally Posted by Nepolian
Hope to hear from him soon, so i would know hows the 3'' s/s custom go on our k20a..haha
I have 3" from header back with 3" cat. So loud....even with centre muffler and rear muffler. I have now taken out the centre muffler and using the stock muffler to kill the noise. Have seperate staight through for drags.Quote:
Originally Posted by EP3EVA
Honestly guys, unless you're gonna do cams, itb's etc.....dont bother, 2.5 is more than enough and 10x's quiter.
what kind of 3'' cat may i ask!!??Quote:
Originally Posted by Nepolian
i ask coz i got skunk2 megapower r 70mm(2.7'') catback coming in about 2 weeks.
so would a 3'' cat will do?
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Originally Posted by EP3EVA
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Originally Posted by EP3EVA
Yes a 3" cat would do. But i'd save my money for a kpro of intake if i were you. Realistically there is nothing to be gained from changing the cat unless your making the power.
So on the rule of kw per $......save you money!
yeh got a fujita CAI already..
yeah than i just get some carbing 4 pts lower bar better!
yeah i got Spoon ETD install last nite, Is really cool ,can feel the engine movement and stuff..
take off from the line is much better than before it just dont want wheel spin...just dont try to hard(dropping the clutch) or the wheel will hop like bunny..
axle tramping is the worst :S i hate it
Good mounts and sussy will reduce it. But yeah, really sucks!
my ep3 is going so the parts are too
have a look http://forums.clubitr.com.au/showthread.php?t=5910
spotted a CW EP3 at the lights of pinelanes road and hellawell road at 5:15pm Saturday.
a dude was driving with a chick on the front seat. anyone here?
just sent you a PM on CITR... :)Quote:
Originally Posted by bradb16a
Hey guys, I know i should read before i ask this q but cbf reading the previous 216 pages :p Whats the downside/regrets/bad things about your Ep3's, im getting on it the next couple weeks and i just want to know what to look out for when i get it
Cheers
Rob
downside is availablity of parts but that's the price you pay for imports. but many parts are shared with other Hondas so it's not too bad.
so far i have no regrets. my car has been running strong and pretty cheap to run.
bad thing is not a lot of street cred due to the look. you either love it or hate it.
prob me with my gf or nhi and her bf, most likely her, i was on hellawell that day aswell but at 8pmQuote:
Originally Posted by Philip Lee
Eg of Parts that are hard to get? love the look especially cause no one likes them (So they wont steal it :p ) What kind of L/H am i looking at for city and highway driving?? (not the bullsh!t claims honda makes) Thanks for the infoQuote:
Originally Posted by Philip Lee
^ e.g. if you have an accident...gl with getting replacement body parts...everything will need to be imported from japan...this seems to be the case even for the windshield as well (apparently it's wider than the windscreen for the EU civic)
also because they weren't as popular as the DC2 or DC5 in japan...all the EP3 specific parts are a bit more expensive...
fuel consumption is pretty good...providing you don't drive like a maniac...somewhere around 9.5-10L/100km
are there any variations throught its life, apart from bodykits?
you mean between facelifted and non-facelifted?
Yep thats what i mean, are there any variations of k20 between facelift and non facelift models or nething of that nature?Quote:
Originally Posted by sai_ANN
exterior - headlights (projector), front bumper and rear lights
interior - seat colour (from full red to black/red), maybe other minor bits
performance - apparently different flywheel (not 100% sure) and retuned suspension to reduce understeer.
^ correct...
lighter flywheel in the FL version
yeah but the FL flywheel/clutch is a pain for street driving....
really? i don't find it too bad... :)
How do u all find the 6 speed box?
awesome, I can criuse along at 60kmh in 6 easily. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by rpm boy
EP3s are so awesome man, seriously you will love yours.
Where are you looking to buy one from? Find any you like?
clutch pedal is light but becos of the lighten firewall it is very easy to stall.Quote:
Originally Posted by sai_ANN
gearbox is great. travel is short and slick.Quote:
Originally Posted by rpm boy
lightened firewall?Quote:
Originally Posted by Philip Lee
lol he meant flywheelQuote:
Originally Posted by sai_ANN
oops flywheel i mean hehe.
i am now here, Yups i am the guy with the 10000000000000 questions. n ill keep asking more =) lolzQuote:
Originally Posted by Nepolian
how are you these day??Quote:
Originally Posted by bbds
have you finish with your 3'' catback??
you like it??...tell us about it
whats the size for the stock ep3 exhaust just wondering? 2.25 im assuming
If u can go see if anyone has 1 and test drive 1 :) For me after i test drove 1 i fell inlove :o:o:o:o:o:oQuote:
Originally Posted by rpm boy
But parts are a big pain in the bum. Im currently trying to source a windscreen and im going to have to get it from japan and with the australian dollar the way it is its going to kill me :( but thats the cost of owning a import. I have no regrets though :)
hey champ, im good. Ive just got a axle back atm, was meant to get the catback done today but no time. ill keep u posted once it gets done, hopefully next monday.Quote:
Originally Posted by EP3EVA
have u got urs done yet"?
hehe...i know...couldn't help pointing it out...Quote:
Originally Posted by stoj19
hmm...i have no problems with stalling...so no biggie for me...even if i got a pre-FL one i would've changed the flywheel anyway... :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Philip Lee
but yep...gearbox is great...i gave an ep3 with a short shifter a go and tbh it didn't feel any different...
im good...Quote:
Originally Posted by bbds
got fujita cai and spoon engine damper install so happy with them!!:cool:
i got skunk2 megapower R 70mm coming in 2 weeks!:p
yeh i be waiting for your good news.
Doh!...can't access this page because I don't have rights. :(
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Originally Posted by bradb16a
yeah, me neither...Quote:
Originally Posted by NightRyder
bblt you PM'd me couple weeks back about your ep3 or somthing i replied but you never replied back... :( then i just saw your car for sale on firesport then taken down again... :(
whats the deal?? lol
http://www.carsales.com.au/used-cars...3&l=du&trecs=2
This is the one ill prob get, if i can get it to 22 ill b happy, nething lower then that is a steal :p it lands late this week and ill test drive that particular one when its complienced :) have driven one b4 and i love it especially the shifter position, i dont want to do 2 much work on it so I/H/E and some sussy work should be ample, but im a sucker for QTB's :p
thanks for posting that up rpm_boy
looks like a clean car..
i contacted the dealer and he said $24k is what hes after ..
so i deposited $1000 to hold the car whe it lands. and pending inspection i will buy it..
hahaha syke rob! LOL
so u 2 are fighting over the same car?? LOL
in all of my previous manual car, i can release the clutch to fiction point add a little throttle and go. with EP3, i have to rev it up before releasing the clutch to avoid stalling. i guess that's the con for quick reving high redline car.Quote:
Originally Posted by sai_ANN
yeah no point for quick shift, it's already quick enough.
I have keys and know where u park ur car gary :pQuote:
Originally Posted by 1900-hustler
I hope he is kidding :s yeah i didnt have much prob with the clutch and taking off... going from a 1400kg AWD turbo u need a bit of gas to get it going so its all good :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Philip Lee
*shrugs*Quote:
Originally Posted by Philip Lee
i guess it's just a matter of adjusting how you drive? :p
yeah but i dun put a lot of kays and this can be annoying as i have to pay attention at take off. not fun sitting in traffic jams.
LOL...nothing more embarrassing that stalling on a hill during peak hour traffic! :p
3k and drop the clutch :pQuote:
Originally Posted by sai_ANN
Hey, yes i was planning on selling it cause i just purchased a house. But yeah i no longer require to sell it. Sorry about the hassles, did u end up buying one?Quote:
Originally Posted by KaZe86
not yet mate grats on the houseQuote:
Originally Posted by bbds
thats IMG's ad, top blokes, most of the ep3s running around are from them.Quote:
Originally Posted by rpm boy
woot??!!
Jdm Ep3 R is So easy to drive!! better not be any 1st car coz you wont able to drive older cars, well i drove my dad 99' Civic vti-r(em1) after driving the EP3 for less than 1/2 year ,that em1 is so to hard for me to get used to it
like i have issue taking off and stuff.
[QUOTE=rpm boy;2174520]http://www.carsales.com.au/used-cars...3&l=du&trecs=2
I wouldnt get a EP3 unless it had log books, and the electronic scanner that they usually come with to say that these low kms are genuine. Before i purchased mine i had a look at a couple which were around the 40xxxkm mark, some of them were in poor condition.
So if ur planning on buying a EP3 make sure u get what u pay for, and try to get one with logbooks to prove that they are genuine kms. I purchased my car with a 75kms and i got what i paid for, at the end of the day atleast i knew they were genuine kms and not wound back like most of them on the market. Thought ill give u a heads up =)
[QUOTE=bbds;2175812]I totally agree, its not about kms....its about condition. Check a few cars out remember you get what you pay for. Don't cheap out on one with "low kms". Explore the market and arrange to drive a few EP3s for sale for example from private sellers as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by rpm boy
Hope you find the one that suits you :)
[QUOTE=stoj19;2175876]i always go on the assumption thatevery import has the clock wound back :p terrible to say but its a common trade when they go to the auctions in japan... im going to go and drive it first and negotiate then leave so i dont look desperate, then come back again with a mechanic to c every little thing wrong with it and use it a leverage for bargenning, at the end of the day i know they have to make there money but ill try keep as much as mine as i can :) ... anoher thing, the EP3's arnt drive by wire are they?... cause that would suckQuote:
Originally Posted by bbds
i believe most of the dodgy kays are done AFTER getting the car at Jp auctions.
usually the kays on the auction paper is reliable. if they're suspicous, they will note it on the paper.
EP3s are not drive by wire. what's wrong with DBW tho?