• Registered users are encouraged to enable MFA/2FA to add an aditional layer of security to their account. More information can be found here: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/top-tips-for-staying-secure-online/activate-2-step-verification-on-your-email

Search results

  1. ad_illest

    EP3 Aftermarket Keyless Entry

    Hi All, The recent EP3 i have bought had a keyless entry system fitted, The original keyless entry module is in place but it seems either the fobs were lost by previous owners or it does not work. At somepoint an aftermarket system was installed. I removed this aftermarket system as i want to...
  2. ad_illest

    2006 Honda Civic - ABS/VSA Check System Message

    I have a daily 2006 1.8 Honda civic (fk2) and last week after driving in an unavoidable puddle, the Check ABS and VSA system message has appeared. I have run a diagnostic, cleared all faults and the following still remains: ' 54-1 - Relay fail; safe relay fail ' Does this mean the ABS...
  3. ad_illest

    Rear caliper sticking - brake fluid

    So I went out for a hoon with coupla friends, long story short passenger side rear caliper started releasing steam and got very hot. Strangely as this was before even stamping all over the brakes. I have now ordered two new rear calipers from Brake Parts and going to fit these today. I know...
  4. ad_illest

    EP3 Centre Cap Decals Size

    Does anyone know the original size of the centre cap decals? I believe it is 45mm high x 55mm wide but just wanted to confirm. Have recently refurbed my wheels and want to get the OEM stickers back on.
  5. ad_illest

    Rumble noise after stalling

    Morning all, I was on my way back from dropping my wheels off for a refurb when I was sitting in traffic. As I came off the clutch bit early and not enough throttle the car stalled. Struggled to start so gave it some throttle and it was fine. After that, I noticed a rumble on low acceleration...
  6. ad_illest

    Tyres - Goodyear Eagle F1's?

    I know tyre related questions are answered all the time and I have done some reading of some of the posts for tyre recommendation and sizes on here but there is so much choice out there, it is confusing and I am a fairly young ep3 owner so new to all! So apologies in advance for repetition :lol...
  7. ad_illest

    EP3 - Struggling to read the dipstick

    I have had a quick search about and did see a post around this but it was posted 10 years back and wanted to see what you all think, sorry for repeating. Had an oil change on my car at the end of May ish using Shell Helix 5w40. I can never seem to get an accurate reading. On a flat surface...
  8. ad_illest

    Rumble/groaning sound after new pads

    So I have had all my pads changed to Project Mu's HC 800s and rear discs changed as they were pretty bad, there is a loud rumble/groan sound when i apply the brake peddle very slightly, it isnt there if i press the peddle harder. It is only coming from the left side. Driving me crazy, will the...
  9. ad_illest

    EP3 Rear Bumper Lip

    Guys, Quick one... I need a new rear bumper lip and one has come up on eBay but it's off a prefacelift. Mine is a facelift. Will this fit? Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Tapatalk
  10. ad_illest

    AD_Illest's NHB EP3 Premier Edition

    Spec List Performance - OEM Exedy Stage 1 clutch - Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3's - Project MU HC800 front pads / OEM rear pads Exterior - Wheels refurbed in Gunmetal Grey - USDM sidelight kit - 6k HID kit - Amber sidelights - Rear wiper delete - Debadged - Jazz washers Interior - Skunk2...
  11. ad_illest

    Heko Deflectors Problem

    I have purchased a set of Team Heko wind deflectors around the time i purchased the car, over a month back. I was having trouble with the driver side and the auto function as after half way it would become really slow for the window to fully come up, sometimes it would really struggle but get...
  12. ad_illest

    Flywheel and Clutch Upgrade

    Right guys, I took a trip to TGM to have my car inspected as I had suspected a broken gearbox/front engine mount and that's what it was, the lower front engine mount is cracked. I also have a small engine oil leak from the crank seal. As the gearbox is coming out, I have decided to go for a new...
  13. ad_illest

    EP3 EP3 Centre Console Wrap

    Now I know there are plenty of threads about where people have posted their centre console pics when they have wrapped/painted them, however a lot of people are running bright colours like reds, whites and yellows - personally I am not a fan. I am looking to attempt this soon during the...
  14. ad_illest

    Skunk2 Locking Nut

    Purchased a skunk2 weighted gear knob but having trouble using the locking nut that came with it. It doesn't seem to go all the way, it gets tight after a few turns before the knob is on, unlike the standard nut. Do people usually use the standard nut or no nut at all? Sent from my HTC One_M8...
  15. ad_illest

    Steering Clunk

    I have a premier edition EP3 facelift and I have noticed that there is a clunk/knock when turning half a turn of the wheel left and right... droplinks seem to be fine, anyone else had this issue? I am hoping it isn't a steering rack problem but aren't the rack issues only on the prefacelifts...
  16. ad_illest

    Notifications

    Not sure if TRO has this function but with most other forums I can view the notifications and the number under the Notifications tab when somebody replies to a thread or a post I make. Is there a similar function on here? I had a play about with the settings but couldn't see anything. At the...
  17. ad_illest

    Honda Specialist Garages in London

    Just wanted to know if anyone is aware of any Honda Specialists based in London or nearby. I am based by Heathrow and the closest to me seems to be TGM followed by Hond-R. Anyone else London based and know of any more local? Thanks.
  18. ad_illest

    EP3 Loud Bang on Hard Acceleration

    Guys, I have a premier edition ep3 and I have experienced on three occasions a loud bang which sounds like it is coming from under the car on hard acceleration and shifting. The sound is like a loud clunk/bang. To explain the sound, it sounds like when a car seat hasn't been fully locked in...
Back
Top