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  1. deano_ctr

    Energy polybushes

    Just purchased a set of polybushes for front wishbones for ep3 i was was going to fit them myself, should they come with metal sleeves or do you just knock old ones out then slide new ones in? thanks dean
  2. deano_ctr

    Clutch Issue

    Possibly be the slave cylinder ?
  3. deano_ctr

    Running issue ep3 compression test results

    It used to vtec fine and pull hard but low revs steady driving it run rough. had clearances done by a jap specialist supposedly but I don't think they had ever been done in its 60,000 mile history. timing was fine also God knows how a valve guide got smashed?
  4. deano_ctr

    Non start problem. Tried absolutly everything a grand later but she lives!!!!

    I've had same issue, car started fine but would run rough and rev at 500rpm. did a compression test and all cylinders were low. endded up at Honda and they found exhaust valves were leaking and burnt out! its cost me £2000. But I've had head fully refurb end and skimmed
  5. deano_ctr

    Running issue ep3 compression test results

    Had car at Honda to get valve clearances redone this didn't solve it. had head removed for inspection, they found all exhaust valves passing on paraffin test on bench and they was a viable gap between valves and valve seat, also a smashed valve guide on number 3. ive had the head fully...
  6. deano_ctr

    EP3 CTR Hesitation upon light acceleration and some other issues

    I had the same issue turned out to be burnt out exhaust valves it's currently at Honda at a cost of £2000. I did valve clearances etc didn't solve the issue, all the exhaust valves were not sealing. I've had the cylinder head overhauled new exhaust valves re machined valve seats
  7. deano_ctr

    ep3 ongoing running issue

    Hi all, for or a couple of months now I've had a running issue, hesitation/misfire at low revs only. ive had the valve clearances done, new spark plugs, new oil and filter, new coilpack on cylinder 3. i did a compression test yesterday and the results are worrying to me 1 - 145psi 2 - 125psi...
  8. deano_ctr

    Running issue ep3 compression test results

    I tested it with engine hot and throttle closed?
  9. deano_ctr

    Running issue ep3 compression test results

    Hi all, for or a couple of months now I've had a running issue, hesitation/misfire at low revs only. ive had the valve clearances done, new spark plugs, new oil and filter, new coilpack on cylinder 3. i did a compression test yesterday and the results are worrying to me 1 - 145psi 2 - 125psi...
  10. deano_ctr

    Coilpack

    Civic type R ep3 2005 model. had it scanned showing misfire on cylinder 2 already replaced spark plugs, next step to replace coilpack. seen a few denso ones for sale are they any good? thanks dean
  11. deano_ctr

    Jumpy EP3 and idle problems

    Yes I stripped it off it was clean, the one with the black square seal on it?
  12. deano_ctr

    Jumpy EP3 and idle problems

    I have actually just tightened up the throttle cable its go not adjustment left now though but it's more responsive now. Just one problem of revs drop to 500rpm sometimes when coming to a junction with clutch in
  13. deano_ctr

    Jumpy EP3 and idle problems

    I've removed throttle body off and stipped it down and cleaned. No eml light on mileage is 61000
  14. deano_ctr

    Jumpy EP3 and idle problems

    I've got this problem too, splutters when changing gear and very jumpy in traffic worse when engine is hot. Ive had valve clearances done still the same above 3000rpm it's fine just low down. Struggles to set off when rolling in traffic in second gear ? It lacks power low down but pulls really...
  15. deano_ctr

    really slight hesitation when accelerating but idle is fine and v tec works

    I have same problem, slight hesitation misfire after initially changing gear then after that runs fine. Also when rolling in traffic in 2nd gear it bogs down so have to give it a lot of revs to stop it stalling. Mine the other day was also struggling to start when hot and cutting out when coming...
  16. deano_ctr

    EP3 Type-R K20A2 slight hesitation when warm

    Did the new cable sort this issue out??
  17. deano_ctr

    Return of the Footwell Lighting Kits!

    these still available? thanks dean
  18. deano_ctr

    Intermittent noise on start up??... black smoke? 2004 ep3 facelift

    the sounon start up may possibly just be sticking starter motor solenoid, take it off and strip it down and give it a clean. with regards to black smoke, you shouldnt over rev youre engine until its fully warm as it could damage it, the black smoke is un burnt fuel which could be due to it been...
  19. deano_ctr

    Replaced TPS on ep3...

    I've put my old one back on and it runs miles better
  20. deano_ctr

    K Tuned Hall Effect TPS

    Oh right I'm ***** take mine to Honda dealer to get it diagnosed
  21. deano_ctr

    K Tuned Hall Effect TPS

    What voltage did it read in closed position? mine wouldn't go lower than 0.515v at idle
  22. deano_ctr

    ep3 running issues

    i have just checked the voltage in the idle position with ignition on, its reading 0.515v is that acceptable? thats as much adjustment as i can get on it. also full throttle only reads 3.8v??
  23. deano_ctr

    ep3 running issues

    I have messaged them asking for help I'm based in hull were thi North based?
  24. deano_ctr

    ep3 running issues

    I've owned the car for 2months now all I've done to it is a cat back exhaust and k&n panel filter . The problem I had was initially setting off or changing gear the revs would drop and splutter for a second then Rev normally. So I i thought I'd try a new tps sensor, so I purchased a new ktuned...
  25. deano_ctr

    K Tuned Hall Effect TPS

    I've just had one fitted and it's made my symptoms worse
  26. deano_ctr

    TPS (Throttle position sensor )

    Yeah below 2000rpm it's hesitant and low revs in traffic is kangaroos
  27. deano_ctr

    TPS (Throttle position sensor )

    Update is that its not cured it do I'm ***** check valve clearances and spark plugs
  28. deano_ctr

    Replaced TPS on ep3...

    Just got car back and new tps hasn't improved it so I'm going to get valve clearances checked :(
  29. deano_ctr

    TPS (Throttle position sensor )

    Just to let you know I've exact same issue and I'm picking mine up from garage tonight with a tuned Hall effect tps fitted so I'll update if it's cured it
  30. deano_ctr

    Replaced TPS on ep3...

    Garage is doing it for me the new tps comes with longer loom on it
  31. deano_ctr

    Replaced TPS on ep3...

    i will do pal, i hope it sorts mine out its doing my tree in
  32. deano_ctr

    Replaced TPS on ep3...

    I've just bought a Hall effect k tuned one, gunne get it fitted on Thursday
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