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Update: I went back to Eurospec a few weeks back, & they reloaded my map back onto the KPro. They reckon the map I had on their was not the same one as they'd tuned. There was a whole bunch of stuff turned off apparently. Anyway the EML still comes on, although not as much as before. I'm...

I bought these 6 months ago, based on another member's recommendation. I've no regrets at all. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CIVIC-TYPE-R-EP3-FRONT-N-S-O-S-PASSENGER-DRIVER-SIDE-HEADLIGHT-HEADLAMP-PAIR-NEW-/111685612316?hash=item1a00fb331c

How much did that cost?

Touch wood I haven't had any problems with my rotrex, although Ceri at Eurospec is on her 3rd or 4th :eek:

Heard of them, but never heard of anyone who runs their s/c kit. I think a lot of people on here run either rotrex or Jackson racing. What made you look at kraftwerks?

Personally I can't split either based on looks. They are both outrageously in your face :twisted: & both insanely quick for a fwd hot hatch. If I was in your shoes I'd go for the latest fk8, as I think Honda improved on the performance even more.

THE WHEEL & TYRE BIBLE http://www.carbibles.com/tyre_bible_pg4.html

^^The same DS2500, but for BBK) :mrgreen: I was hesitant based on my experience, but they were highly recommended for the BBK. I thought perhaps it might just have been a bad combination with the standard size stoptech slotted disks.

You'd have more tyre sticking out over the rim. I suppose despite gaining more tread this might also mean more tyre flex, which could actually make the handling worse. Not sure if braking would be better in a straight line though?

I could definitely recommend against DS2500 pads with stoptech slotted rotors on the front. After a few laps on these I would get really bad juddering under braking. In the end I had the front brakes replaced with stoptech BBK & Ferodo pads. Never regretted it. One of the best mods I've done...

Hey :smt039 Interested to know what's your RPM at 70mph?

I've had this problem on both my EP3's. Really annoying & £. I've noticed since having swapped the headlamps(due to condensation) with replacement items I brought off ebay I haven't had any more blown bulbs.

No idea if they'll fit, but personally, I would't go more than 215/40 on the EP3 rims.

Matte silver? Keep them looking more factory IMO.

Model Of Car: EP3 CTR Year Of Car: 2004 Mileage Covered: 70000 Flywheel BHP: 314 Torque: 250 Dyno Manufacturer: Dyno Dynamics Modifications: Rotrex s/c, restrictor, cat back, K-Pro & other breathing mods

I like it a lot.

What MPG in your Type R What MPG are you getting in your Type R? I know there have been plenty of these threads in the past, but I'm pleased with the economy I managed to achieve recently in my EP3. I dared to squeeze 307 miles out of a full tank(50ltr). This works out nearly 28 mpg...

How much are the new calipers?

Never heard of those tyres before. Have you checked the tyre pressure in the rear tyres? Maybe the sidewalls are flexing.

Eurospec in Guildford. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Similar mods in my old EP3 minus the tb, but with TDi N cams. With a cat back it made 245 their dyno.

Nice! I sometimes wonder if I should have gone the K24 mod instead myself.

I have an RRC manifold on my EP3. It will require modification to the front cross member to fit it.

I wouldn't have thought you'd needed them on an FK2. The brakes are pretty impressive as is?

Sounds dubious. I'd be very suspicious.

Hey :smt039:

(If I can drag up yet another old thread) Is anyone currently running 215/40/R17 on the standard EP3 rim? What's your experience been compared to the standard size tyre? Anyone have any recent pics?

Twice I've had this problem. I even replaced one with a brand new genuine Honda headlamp unit, only to have the exact same problem less than a year later. P*ssed off, & following advice from another thread, I replaced both N/S & O/S with some headlamps I brought from eBay...

Yes I have a KPro. My mechanic, plugged into the computer today. It came up with two fault codes - 22 Excessive change of the vehicle speed sensor signal & 23 - A problem with the engine speed circuit. Scratching our heads on these so far. Any ideas?

Sorry to drag up an old thread but I seem to have this problem as well now. The EML will flicker right around VTEC, which for me is currently around 3,500RPM. It flickers if I stay at this engine speed, but as I raise or reduce the revs the light will stay off. The engine doesn't hesitate or...

I'd imagine their would be a fair amount of drone?

Put up with it, until I brought another EP3 :smt004

Previously i've stayed at Hotel Burgstube in Nurburg village. It's run by an expat Brit. From experience, I'd also recommend a Stoptech big brake kit. It made a huge difference on my second trip.

Is there that much of a performance difference between the RBC & RRC?

I had this exact same issue on my old Ep3 with an Exedy clutch. Never figured out what it was. Would be interested to know.

Both of my EP3's have done this now. Seems to be a common fault. :|

What a great experience that must have been. Some nice pics too!

As PM'd, I recently dyno'd at Eurospec. With a restricter fitted & cat back exhaust it made 320bhp & 250 ft-lb of torque. BHP wise that is a lot less than the kit is capable of, but this is my daily driver so I wanted to try & keep it somewhat reliable. I'd say the only issue I have with the...

s/c EP3, but I've just got an Exedy stage 1 clutch. It seems to have been up to the task so far. I've put nearly nearly 25,000 miles on this clutch now.

I had vibration or juddering under braking in my old DC2. This is way back though. I had the front disks skimmed & it mostly fixed the problem. I don't think anywhere does this now though?

Someone hasn't shoved part of a vegetable up there ;) /jokes

Using a SatNav & speedometer app on my phone I recently discovered my EP3's speedo might be out by quite a bit. At and indicated 70mph on the speedo, my SatNav was showing 66mph, & likewise 50mph the app was showing 45mph :eek:. I was surprised, that's nearly out 10%. Anyone else notice this...

Mint EP3 you've got there. :smt023

There is the downside to having higher gearing too.

The best mods I've done are LSD & big brake kit.

Personally, I'd save up for a complete respray. I don't much like the wrapped look tbh.

I kind of regret doing the 5.1 in my EP3. Don't think I really need it now with the s/c. Before with N/A was fine.

The cat would be my first thought too. Have you shined a torch into the exhaust pipe?

Eurospec are based in Guildford. They've done a lot of work for me & I could therefore recommend them. Ask for Ceri or Ben. I'm in the market for a dash mounted pod + gauges myself.

Have you tried Tegiwa's site? They do discount codes for TRO forum members. Where about's are you?

Is it an idea to change the oil before & or after a track day?

I had the engine bay on my EP3 professionally cleaned recently. It's looking a lot better, but there is still baked on grime or oxidisation on parts of the engine, metal & plastic bits in the engine bay. I figure I'll have to use a bit of elbow grease to shift this, but was wondering what to...

PM sent.

One more thumbs up for Spooner. Well pleased with my cam cover restoration.

Ordered & bookmarked :)

It seems Honda don't sell these any longer. Any idea where I can get the original Honda factory 'Type R' side skirt stickers from? Else, has anyone brought the OEM replacement stickers on eBay? Are they quality?

I had a the same problem. Ended up replacing the rubber track as it had become deformed over time. Try greasing it first?

Thanks

Those seats :smt023:

No complaints with Fujitsubo RM-01A. It's not that loud & doesn't drone at all IMO.

I could have some TDI North cams coming up for sale soon.

I have a Fujitsubo RM01A. It's not too loud & doesn't drone really.

Great video. NSX-R is my dream car. If I hit the Euro lottery it would be mine. :mrgreen:

I've had pilot sport 4's on my EP3 for a month now. I used to buy nothing but Bridgestones, but now I'm a Michelin man =).

Quality. Good to see there are other members that still tinker around with engines.

Brake pad shims missing?

I've been making inquiries for a K20a rebuild with forged bits myself. I've previously used & would recommend either Eurospec in Surrey, or TDi North in Cheshire. Both seem a bit reluctant to quote me a price-range though. Business must good.

Only Championship white FN2s & the Mugen specials come with LSD?

I've got Rotrex s/c & run a piper high flow cat + fujitsubo. The car passed it's first MOT emissions, but I caned the snot out of it to get the cat nice & hot so it did pass =)

One of the best mods you can do for your Civic. You'll gain more traction in/ out of corners, & especially in the wet. Absolutely no complaints with Quaife LSD.

From the official Rotrex Maintenance leaflet "The oil filter change interval of the Rotrex C-range superchargers is 80,000 km / 50,000 miles or two years, which ever comes first" I've put nearly 8,000 miles on mine since it was fitted. I haven't had to top up the oil yet. Haven't (touch wood)...

Oh yeah, of course :oops:

That looks like some sort of cooler in front of the radiator?

^^Is that what you are using? I was going to pop into my local dealership & pick up a couple of Honda supplied bulbs. ^^Those appear to be an OEM replacement, made in Deutschland.

I'd recommend Autoglym also. Takes forever, but it brings the factory wheels up really good too.

The bulbs are from Halfords own brand.

I have a mildly annoying problem in that the dipped head light bulbs in my EP3 are frequently failing. What seems like every 3-4 months. Sometimes it's the left, sometimes the right, it's quite random. They are a right pain to take out & replace. I had this happen with my previous EP3 as...

Is this legal? I would think it would make your car a cop magnet anyway.

My bonet doesnt sit flush either & I need to get it sorted. I've only just put it back on though. It had been lent up against a wall for a while. Be good to know once you get it fixed.

@ 3:10 "I'm going for second." :lol:

The new Megane RS is rumoured to be be 4WD also.

Nice DC5 in black. Looks quite factory.

Rocker cover looks good :smt023 I want to have mine done. How did you do this?

I've had the plastic bonnet release catch break twice on me now. This is in two different EP3's.

Nice S2K. What didn't you like about the Corsa VXR?

Were those R45 or R40?

Piper is just about the only one I could find (I have an EP3 though). All I can say is it does the job to get through an MOT - I'll just mention I have to get the exhaust & cat very hot right before the emissions test on my car though. It has quietened the exhaust down a lot too.

I think I'll be replacing my PS3's with Pilot Sport 4's in a few months.

I'm getting ready to flog my CAI on eBay soon. Hope I get more than that for it :)

I'll just ask if there is much benefit adding an external oil coiler for a s/c K20a? For track days & the occasional trip to the 'ring.

Two thumbs up for Meister R's here.

^^140 mph with my old EP3 on the Autobahn, also on the way to the ring =)

There was an episode of Wheeler Dealers where they had some interior parts professionally carbon wrapped for what seemed not too much money.

I'll just add I recently changed my insurance with a-plan. s/c EP3 & other mods for ~£900 full comprehensive. If may recommend speaking to Henry & the Thatcham branch.

Previously used DS2500 with StopTech Groovesport disks. Not sure if it was the disks or pads, or a bad combination but I got really bad brake juddering after 2 laps of the Nurburgring. Since upgraded the front brakes with StopTech 4-pots & Ferodo DS2500 pads & it hasn't been an issue since...

No complaints with Shell Helix. It's now £17.59 at euro with promo MIDMONTH20.

Just requested a quote. They have 03... numbers on their home page now it seems.