Hi everyone,

I've just signed up for OzHonda and thought I'd introduce myself. I've got a 1991 Honda CRX.

Specs:
D16/ZC motor (swapped when the original motor died)
Lightweight flywheel
Extractors & 2.5" exhaust system (don't know brands)
Pedders lowered suspension

Have done about four motorkhana events with this setup (as I bought it), managed second on two of them. Unfortunately there was a fair bit of difference between times for first and second place. In one event this was definitely down to my driving, as I tagged a cone or two, and in the other I believe some suspension modifications definitely would have helped.

Here are the modifications I'm thinking of and why:
  • Enkei RP-F1 15x7.0"
    • They're light
    • I can fit 205 rubber on them (currently got 5.5" wide rims)
    • They're not as expensive as some lightweight rims (about $200/rim vs. $500 for Volk's)
  • Large rear sway bar - not sure if ASR 32mm or Tanabe/Suspension Techniques 24mm
    • I need to minimise wheelspin out of tight turns (yes, I know, modulate the throttle)
    • I need to reduce bodyroll
  • Aluminium rear lower control arms
    • Less unsprung weight
    • I will be able to adjust the effect of the rear swaybar (with certain brands, eg. Skunk2)
  • Front & rear camber adjusters
    • Adjustment to fine tune the effect of other components
  • Bracing
    • Front strut tower bar
    • Rear strut tower bar
    • Front tie bar
    • Rear c-pillar bar
    • Ties car together to improve effect of suspension mods
    • Considering rear tie bar OR ASR rear brace


Keen to hear what others with EF/ED's think. Preferably those who use them in motorkhana.

Ankles