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Got to love a JDM EP3! :cool:

That is coming along nicely mate :)

Good work.

Great work, please let us know if it's sorted the problem.

Welcome mate. Car looks lovely, hope you manage to get back behind the wheel and enjoy very soon! As it's such low mileage, personally, I wouldn't mess around with it too much - my priorities would be: Fix the cosmetic issues that you've mentioned. Braided brake lines, Motul RBF600 brake fluid...

Looks wicked mate, love a JDM EP3!

That front bumper....Ouch! The rest of the car looks great though, what's the plans for it?

Engine bay and footwell light look really good mate. Any picture of the centre console and exhaust? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Good job mate, looks much tidier Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Haha thanks Mike. I always like to buy used parts so that I can do a proper job. That way I can take my time (I need a lot [emoji23]) and still keep her on the road. Thanks mate - yeah the seats are great, well looked after [emoji106] . Any mods for the Accord yet? Sent from my SM-G935F using...

Same happened with mine. I think this is the case with a lot of them, becomes more obvious once lowered. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Got all the refurb parts from BrakeParts.co.uk, very reasonably priced and had no issues with the front discs bought from there previously. I spent a lot of time removing all the old paint and grime from the calipers as they were worse than I thought but it's all about preparation and...

Pretty sure I read the opposite, that people have removed their short shifter to try and help with the crunching Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Thanks for all the kind comments guys, I do actually really like the look now so I plan on keeping it for a while. Got another Spoon part.... Only a N1 bung :smt015 The 6am cold starts were my reason for getting it, plus the girlfriend said it sounded like a 20 year old boy...

Nice work, looks lovely. Doesn't sound much louder than OEM to my untrained ears....which is a good thing in my book! Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Good luck tomorrow mate, looking forward to seeing it fitted. Wish these weren't so expensive because I'd love one, I'm drooling! Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

I would say brake discs also. Had exactly the same issue, pretty bad vibrations when braking from higher speeds, replaced my discs and problem solved. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

That's smart mate, inspiring ** to do a little more to mine! Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Very tidy. Need some close ups of that engine seen as it's a prize winner!

Nice little touches Deano.

I would say it was probably the sychros but hard to tell. Had my clutch replaced not long ago but it didn't cure the 2nd gear crunch that occurs intermittently. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

I replace the lower ball joints on mine. It's not something you can get from Honda directly as they will only sell you the complete wishbone as you've been quoted. Japserviceparts or ECP are probably your best bet. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Thanks mate. To be fair it's not ridiculous but on a long journey it might drive me mad. Might upset the neighbours a bit in the mornings too [emoji23] Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Got to work on the new back box this weekend, picked up some Extra Fine Steel Wool & some Autosol metal cleaner and metal polish. I didn't expect it to be so bad considering it's Stainless Steel but it came up alright after giving it plenty of elbow grease. Some before and after shots and...

I have the Brembo pads, they're fine for road use but as Norv said much of of a muchness especially for the rears. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

[emoji23] which one is the donkey dick? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Plenty on here seem to have run this manifold without issue. For the price you won't get anything better. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Hi Rodney, have this as one of my things to do at some point and looking around I found these. Not got them yet so can't comment on fitment, quality etc. but they're a fair price and have a 3 year warranty.... Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171493754218 Sent from my SM-G935F...

That's a good idea mike, I'll try to remember that in case I ever do another one in future. Well it's actually held up ok with the one hanger but I've also bodged it with an old coat hanger so I can use it if I really have to, but yes she's sat until I get the new one sorted.

Managed to get the b-pipe fitted this weekend but not without problems. Firstly I went about removing the OEM pipe, the bolts were rusted quite badly so I used a grinder to cut them off. I then had to drill out the last part of the studs that were still in the flange of the cat. This was...

Welcome mate. Looking forward to seeing the progress you make with your EP3, I'm sure you'll grow to love it with a few more mods. It'd be good to hear your opinion on any difference the braided clutch line makes to the feel.

So clean! Good work Nidge, it definitely shows that you've put the hours into it [emoji106] Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Lovely variation of cars. Need to find out and start atrending some of these meets, I appreciate all the different motors. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

I picked up these Premier Edition Recaro's, and also the rears, from Nightrunner (top bloke) - some of you may have seen what happened to his EP3 :( Had them in around a month now and I love them, lucky I'm slim though as the bolsters are a very snug fit! They really work well when you are...

Welcome mate. Don't be skeptical about putting it up, it's nice to see where a car starts it's journey and the changes owners make. Seems to be a few Milano's popping up on here lately, I must say the colour has grown on me a lot. You don't see many of them around either!

:lol: good luck with that mate!

Very nice. I see you have the DC5 pedals in there too.

What a [emoji110][emoji97]. Hope you manage to get it sorted through his insurance mate. Any pictures of the damage? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

To be fair it was only the green plastic part that had cracked, it would probably work fine if you stuck it back together with an adhesive that could withstand the temperatures. If it's not throwing up any codes or the EML then it's pretty safe to assume that all is ok. Sent from my SM-G935F...

My knock sensor was damaged when I had a new clutch fitted. The EML came in and the code read P0325 - Knock sensor 1 Circuit bank 1 or Single sensor. £90 for a new one. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

If it's the one and you have your heart set on just get it! As has been said, you're unlikely to run into problems. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Lovely pictures Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

It's a shame there aren't many stainless options that keep the OEM look. Obviously there's the Legalis R but doesn't come cheap. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Assume the decat pipe has thrown up the EML, will you be getting a K100/Kpro and a remap shortly? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Yes mate that's pretty much it. Cheapest way to do it, popular consensus is that the OEM backbox is actually pretty good. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Thanks both, I hear you loud and clear. I'll leave it alone until it dies! Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Fair enough, obviously if it requires a remap then it's not worth it as I may as well go down the 4-2-1 in that case, like I said I'm trying to avoid that. My OEM cat doesn't look like it will last much longer which is why I was considering this as a replacement. I assume a new one will be...

And what about without an O2 spacer, only negative that EML displayed? It's actually a 200 cell cat mate. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Did anyone ever go for this setup, considering it myself? I understand that without a remap I would not see the gains but I'm happy to stay 'OEM' just with an upgrade to SS. Would it be safe to run without a remap, possibly with an O2 spacer, as I'm not looking to go down this route any time...

Hi Marko, reviving an old thread here but interested in the Japspeed mani and sports cat. How did you find yours? Also is this safe to run without remap as I'm not looking to if I can avoid it. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

No problem chappers , glad you got it sorted. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Cheers. Not keen on that though, don't like that you can see the internal pipe, I know you can on the OEM also. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Where can you get these from Jimbo? I'd be interested in one as I like the OEM look but stainless would be great. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Sounds like it's pretty much had everything done already, good purchase. So many people seem to go back to an EP3 in the end!

These are the struts I bought for mine, fit perfectly. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/161581269782 Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

didn't take long! Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Nice one Newb. Still a few more things I want to get done this summer while the weather is good. Thanks Krzys. They are in very good condition but not perfect, as to be expected. I'm hoping to find the time to fit them and get some pictures up this weekend.

That works for the EP3 Mike Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Mine went out after fitting a new sensor without using the OBD tool, not straight away but after a mile or so of driving it went out. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

I've got the Goodridge lines, perfect fit and been great. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Finished refurbishing the other two wheels then took them to have the new tyres fitted and balanced. Still a little bit hazy in the pictures from the Rim Wax I used on them which I'd yet to buff off. Took the opportunity to get the centre caps done. The red on the old ones has faded and...

JDM Rear ARB and some Polybush....bushes also went on. The droplinks were pretty rusty and I know plenty have had to cut theirs off so thought it was good practice to change them too while I was at it, just went with Lemforder as I also have on the front. UK v JDM. All fitted, made...

So I managed to get a decent amount done over the bank holiday weekend, made the most of the extra day off and the decent weather we were having. I had been experiencing some pretty bad vibrations through the steering wheel when applying the brakes at higher speeds. I'd previously tried...

Yeah mine went before, don't remember them being that bad where they fell and hit me but definitely wouldn't open fully without assistance. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Fancy doing a step by step or is it really that simple? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Looking really good mate. Will you be doing the braided clutch line yourself? Fancy having a go but can't find a how-to for the ep3. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

No way! Main thing is that you're ok but that's crap news mate. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Great looking motor with good mods already on it Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Just one of those things I guess mike. The joys of owning an older car, wouldn't have it any other way though haha. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Could well be, I suppose 13 years of UK weather would take it's toll. I didn't kick up a fuss when they told me as these things happen which is why I just bit the bullet. I like the garage and they seem straight shooters but you just never know, which is why I like doing as much as I can myself...

So got myself a Genuine Honda Knock Sensor. The mechanics manual shows that the knock sensor can be accessed from below by removing the intake manifold bracket. This was the route I decided to take as it seemed the easiest and quickest way of doing it. It was a bit awkward as there...

Pre or facelift? I'd drop Hendy a message on here, pretty sure they can help Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Wouldn't have thought it would be an MOT fail. They are an optional extra and not all cars have them so if you have them but they're not working I can't see why it wouldn't still pass. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Welcome mate. Two lovely motors you have there, love the funky colours too.

Saw that video too, car looks and sounds amazing. The price of that venturi cam cover though! Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Possibly, you could probably just undo both of the middle brackets and pull the arb away enough to slip on the new bushes. Any lithium based grease will be fine. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Cheers Chris but I doubt it is, probably far from it, but I do try! A bit of a bigger update to explain where I'm at....so the Front Lower Arm Bushes (Front) were replaced with the Powerflex Purple Series bushes as previously planned. I managed to get a Genuine Honda Clutch Kit...

Eibach are most commonly used and haven't seem any negative comments about them, I have them myself and I've no complaints. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Soak it in PlusGas overnight, then get a breaker bar on it....if it still doesn't budge then maybe just cut off the head and drill it out? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Do you mean the two upper bolts or the one lower strut bolt that's seized? You just need to remove those three to get the whole rear suspension unit out, piece of ****. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Welcome mate, nice looking motor Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

F*** me!! That looks so sore, must be in agony when you bend your knees. Hope you get well soon mate and stop being a wimp, get them sorted Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Burnt your knees off, what happened!? My money would be on new engine mounts at a guess, doubt it would be the sychros if everything worked as normal after you moved it. Probably all moved again when you put your foot down! I must learn to type faster haha, glad you found the issue and hope...

Easily damaged so take your time, maybe wrap a bit if tape around the screwdriver head? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Exactly, will do the job at least until you have funds for a refurb or new wheels. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Can't you get a can of paint and touch up the damaged areas yourself, won't have to be perfect as it's not really on show but would stop it getting any worse? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

It is a very similar colour, I always liked your EP3 Spike. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Like i said I'm happy with black but if I were to do them again it would be this colour.... (hope it's ok to use the image, found on the net) Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Looks lovely mate. I've got black wheels and they look great but if I was to do it again I think I'd go for a grey similar to the car colour. Just my 2 cents Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Looks mint! What were the dyno results? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Both nice subtle improvements there, looking good. As for the brakes I suppose it depends on the power you're looking to make, Option 1 should be fine if you're not going mad and it made a massive difference to my EP3's braking. I assume there's a brake stopper for the FN2, that may help? Sent...

Looks like you done a good job too. There's plenty you can do on your own to keep costs down, almost everything has been covered on EP3's by now and you can find guides for most of it! Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

I'm proper gutted for you mate. Loved this thread and the direction you were going with it. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Haha cheers Mark that would be great, a few pictures wouldn't go amiss either [emoji6] Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Is there a guide on how to fit this anywhere? I have looked but can't see anything Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Hi Mark, My first year of ownership cost me £900+ insurance even with 8 years NCD! My renewal quote for the 2nd year dropped to around the £400 mark. The company I was with (think it was Zurich) before i bought the car wouldn't even insure me as I was under 30 so I had to go elsewhere! Have...

That looks smart that Jim Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Black might be a little bit boring but then it will match the nahdle inserts you've just done. I like the carbon wrap idea for the centre console, either black or red. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Welcome Chris. It's also the first car I've owned with a decent amount of power, wicked little cars aren't they! Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Looks good Mike and I like the plans, I'm sure the list will grow too! Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk