Mugen RB3 ODC Aero Dynamics

[JazzMi]

OK, I'm not sure this is available in OZ as this is straight from the Mugen site from Japan.

http://www.mugen-power.com/automobil.../parts/02.html

I did some preliminary pricing based on the YEN prices on the Mugen Site:


Front Under Spoiler 55,650 Yen ~ Au$685
Side Spoilers 66,150 Yen ~ Au$815
Rear Under Spoiler 73,500 Yen ~ AU$905

Or Styling set for above 195,300 Yen ~ AU$2398

Front Sports Grill 60,900 Yen ~ AU$748
Front bumper Garnish 21,000 Yen ~ AU$258
Wing Spoiler 63,000 Yen ~ AU$774
Ventilated Visor 21,000 Yen ~ Au$258

18×7 1/2 J +55MIRROR FACE Aluminum NR Wheels 45,150 Yen Each ~ AU$555
Wheel nut and locks Set 7,875 Yen ~Au$97.00

Sport Suspension -20mm 105,000 Yen ~ Au$1290


If you did all of the above, it would cost $8044, and that's just for Parts !

Saying that, are these parts available in OZ ? from Whom ?

[Atjo]

You can ask some traders (JDM Concept, JDM Yard, etc) here to get mugen stuff. I found a mugen sport exhaust for my RB1 really cheap brand new less than $1000 but one of the pipe is more than 2m long so need to ship it using container.

[JazzMi]

You can ask some traders (JDM Concept, JDM Yard, etc) here to get mugen stuff. I found a mugen sport exhaust for my RB1 really cheap brand new less than $1000 but one of the pipe is more than 2m long so need to ship it using container.

Thanks Dan, may email them of certain parts.

Ok, now, I'm pretty new(Virgin !) to mods, so which one should you do first and anyone know a good installer in Perth, WA ?

1. Suspension - what does it mean by 20mm ?
2. wheels - 18 ? I still like a comfortable ride and can go over bumps without scrapping the bottom !
3. side spoiler

So, for the rear spoiler, do you need the exhaust system also use the existing ??

[JazzMi]

Thanks Dan, may email them of certain parts.

Ok, now, I'm pretty new(Virgin !) to mods, so which one should you do first and anyone know a good installer in Perth, WA ?

1. Suspension - what does it mean by 20mm ?
2. wheels - 18 ? I still like a comfortable ride and can go over bumps without scrapping the bottom !
3. side spoiler

So, for the rear spoiler, do you need the exhaust system also use the existing ??

ps. Can I just get 18" wheels without changing anything (ie. suspension) ?

[Atjo]

For me, I will at least change the suspension to coilover. I found that the stock rear spring is too soft. At the moment if I have >5 people in the car, the rear become too low and if I go over a dip/hump I can feel the springs at the very bottom. Use 18" if you want to be legal.

[evolution]

Thanks Dan, may email them of certain parts.

Ok, now, I'm pretty new(Virgin !) to mods, so which one should you do first and anyone know a good installer in Perth, WA ?

1. Suspension - what does it mean by 20mm ?
2. wheels - 18 ? I still like a comfortable ride and can go over bumps without scrapping the bottom !
3. side spoiler

So, for the rear spoiler, do you need the exhaust system also use the existing ??

Just my 2 cents based on modifying my RB1.

I got my Modulo body kit from the dealers and they fitted it, but anything else I usually get my mechanic in Jandakot to fit it, coilovers, camber kits, BBK etc. He's not flash, but gets the job done. I think if it is genuine kits, installation will not be much problems and they usually come painted already.

Can't help with sourcing parts in Perth cos I gave up looking years ago and just shipped everything from overseas myself. The shops here do not know much about the Odyssey and I don't think care to because not many ppl mod it anyway.

In terms of your questions.

1. It means lowering the car by 2cm which is not much, but Mugen kits ( and some other body kits) help with the lowered look by 'removing ground clearance'.

2. Rim size does not affect ride height (unless you use the wrong tire profile). Going larger rims without changing rolling diameter means using lower profile tires which translates to less air and rubber to insulate the ride, this will affect ride quality slightly and noise depending on tyres you choose

3. Side spoiler is the side skirts

You can change to 18's without lowering, but you run the risk of the car looking like a 4WD as the wheel arch gap being more promimant.

[JazzMi]

Thanks Dan & Evolution for your feedback.

If I lower, are there any particular brand of suspension is better than another? (Price vs Quailty issue) .. don't mind paying a bit more for a better quaility suspension.

I don't mind the softer ride, since it is a family car....

[evolution]

I think almost all aftermarket coilovers are harder with increased spring rates, because usually when you get coils, you will lower it and if it is too soft, the car will bottom out very easily.

I'm pretty sure Cusco does one, not sure about the others. Other brands that may have might be Tein, HKS, Tanabe, JIC magic, Ohlins, GAB and RSR. They do coils for the RB1, they may do it for the RB3.

As for recommendations... tough one for the RB3, don't know anyone that has changed coilovers, so can't comment. You'd be the first one!

[evolution]

Hope this helps, Suspension for your RB3:

Cusco Zero Wagon Coilover

Tein - Super Wagon, S Tech Springs

Tanabe - Sustec Pro 5 Coilover, Sustec NF Pro Kit coilover, Sustec NF 210 Springs, Sustec DF 210 Springs

HKS - Hipermax S Style, Hipermax C-Wagon+, Hipermax Smart

JIC Magic - Can't find any for RB3

Ohlins - Can't find any for RB3

GAB - E Style

RSR - Suspension listing

[JazzMi]

Thanks Evolution, looks like some research for me to do !

Oh, are adjustable coilovers legal ?

[evolution]

I think it is but there are certain rules that govern how low you can go. Generally the lowest point on your car must be 100mm above ground

[JazzMi]

Hi, after much consideration about where I should spend my money first .
I've decided on upgrading my audio system and putting in a SATNAV double din system with a reversing camera and a rooftop dvd screen.

Eclipse AVN7262EA with proprietry reverse camera
Rosen G8 8" LCD dropdown

The Rosen was a nice-to-have but the deal was too good, so I took it. !

Will install next week, will update with pics.