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Yes sorry it's just frustrating when you know yourself something is wrong! As for the vtec plug thing I am only repeating what a mechanic said to me and I am no mechanic so don't have a clue what he meant lol I could put the typhoon back to see if it changes anything but I'm working solid now...

Thanks loxy but from what I can see everything is connected properly, off for a beer now anyway so will see What happens tomorrow.

Haha funny ****ers! I come on here for advice not sarcasm and I am only repeating what was suppose to a Honda specialist as said to me. One thing is for sure and it's definiately not right!

Oil is fine. I have owned 2 ep3,s now so I know how the cars should drive and I am telling you that there is definitely something wrong with the vtec, maybe I have disturbed something but that's what I am trying to find out.

Haha honestly that's what they said to me! But whatever they did they fixed it. I would call them but they closed a few month back.

no, you don't understand, I know how the vtec should work with a standard airbox and it really is not working! I had a 2005 prem a few years ago and that one did exactly the same thing where there was no kick or pull through vtec. I had a Honda specialist fix it for me and all I can remember...

I've read that the ecu can be reset by disconnecting the battery for 10 mins so I've just done that and I,ll try it again on way to work in morning. Ps. there's no management lights lit.

Yes loxy everything is as it should be, I double checked after re-fitting and have just checked again to be sure. And yes the engine was more than warm enough, Id done 10 miles down the m62 before using the vtec on the way back

No mate it's definitely not there, it doesn't pull after 6000rpm at all...

Hi, Took my k&N typhoon off today and put standard airbox back on. Just been for a drive and now I have no vtec. The oil level is fine and it was working fine with the typhoon on. Please help. Thanks.

Hi Sorry if this is the wrong section but didn't know where to put this to be honest. I have a 2004 satin silver ep3 which I've had just over a year now and recently noticed the front and rear bumper are both a slightly different colour to the rest of the car so I just presumed they'd been...

Yeah think that sounds the right way to go about it, thanks

can anyone help me? my calipers are already painted black and want to do them red, would it be ok to just use brake cleaner on them and paint straight on top of the black? if so which is the best paint to use for this? thanks.

http://pbckt.com/pZ.UazNFd Mine after refurb with new stickers

Had mine sprayed with the wheels and just bought the red H stickers of ebay

Thankyou I will have a look

Hi, I have noticed my bonnet isn't sat quite flush there is a bigger gap above the driver side headlight and wing compared to passenger side. Does anyone know how I can sort this? Can they be adjusted maybe? It's not That bad but I keep looking at it now and it's doing my head in! Thanks.

Lol I was just thinking, I've never seen a FN2 in cosmic grey Mmm wonder why Honda didn't use this colour for FN2.....?

Well I plan on keeping the car for some time so gona get the k&N or do-luck And save a few quid in the long run.

Ok thanks the k&N sounds the better option then in the long run.

Yeah, I just don't know, it's double the price though so if I don't get any more replies I'll order OEM one. By the way loving your s2000! : )

Hi chaps, I currently have a k&N typhoon fitted but am going to put standard intake back on. Opened the box up tonight and the filter is filthy so been looking on eBay and a genuine OEM filter is around 20 quid but also looked at the k&N filters which are over 40 quid. Would I notice any...

Thanks I,ll also check out slide Motorsport, I've heard TDI are very good but it's finding time with me as its quite a way away.

Thanks for this mate, that's perfect as its pretty close to work for me aswell I will give them a bell.

Hi guys, Due my big service in may, can anyone reccomend any good independents in my area who do a good job? Haven't had a quote of Honda but from reading other posts I'm sure it will be a silly price. Thanks.

Very nice! Mine is also a 2004 on 51k : )

I'm 6' 2" and my lad is three now so hes got a booster seat which is much easier but I never found it a problem when he was younger with the baby seat, theres quite a lot of space with the seat rolled forward to get them in and out. I use mine everyday for school run and lot : )

I also bought some halfords upgrade bulbs and think they lasted about a month! Won't be buying my bulbs from there again.

Hi guys, At the moment I have a typhoon but must say the car felt quicker as standard. I have been on funky power today looking to buy a AEM cai as I have heard they are very good but also saw a new cai kit from injen at £235 quid, tenner more than the AEM. Just want to know if anyone's got...

Ok dotty no prob. I think I paid about 70/80 quid for it but not 100% sure to be honest. Offers welcome ONCE I've posted picture just so I know it's still good.

I have just spoke to my bro and he's defo got it so I'm gona get it Sunday and see if it's still in perfect condition etc then I,ll post a picture up.

I have one of these brand new stuck in a box in my bro,s garage! I bought it for my 1st CTR but never got round to fitting it.....

Hi guys, I put new bulbs in the ep3 a couple of week back and after fitting the bulbs kept going on and off. I checked they were fitted correctly which they were but noticed the connectors were all corroded so I bought a pair of H4 connectors from halfords and had a garage fit them. The...

Ummm I'm also interested how this would look....

I have had 2 ep3,s now and both have the grinding noise issue

I look forward to seeing this mate.

yes i think i will have to have tints next...

There is a pretty big gap but there's a pipe running straight across the middle of the gap and I'm taking it that's where it needs to be fed through. one question, I currently have a typhoon fitted, is it worth the time and hassle to upgrade to the AEM CAI? I would,nt be happy messing about...

Ok mate thanks it finishes tonight so I'll be keeping my eye on the bay.

Ok thanks, how difficult are these things to fit? I hear it's best to feed up from wheel arch when fitting, this true?

You can get cold air feeds anywhere eBay etc..

Where did u get the heat shield? How did it fit? I also have typhoon. You just need to have a good look around and see where see where you could run a Pipe, not lOts of room to do anything in the eP3 bay....

I am currently watching a AEM induction kit on eBay. I think it's a cai but the seller isn't sure either just need someone to verify this for me, its currently at £70.00 with 12 hours to go and the seller is called "yeahano" Sorry I don't know how to get the link, using iPhone. Thanks.

Lol cheers mate already looked, it's an hour away from me. Could be awkward though if the engine needs to be stone cold for clearances as I would have to wait with the car.......

I am in wakefield! Where's TDI north? How far etc...

That is gutting to hear, if we can't trust a Honda technician with our cars then we,re screwed.....

yeah oil and plugs etc.. i can do but think valve clearances and stuff is involved, i would rather pay the price for peace of mind its been done properly.

Mine will be due for this service next year I think as its on 04 plate, let us know how you get on m8.

yeah, thats scarier than doing 140 on m1!

YES! I DO HAVE BLACK RIMS, BUT NOT SURE THE RED GATORS WOULD LOOK RIGHT? IM GOING BLACK ON BLACK I THINK..........

[lQUOTE=Evl;743431]The ABS light only comes on wen it's not working. LOL!

well said mate. i have had tyres which i thought were awesome and others thought were absolutely terrible...... at the end of the day everybody drives differently which is going to affect how the tyre is going to perform.

my centre hubs are really bad with rust do you know what paint I should use?

Is it true this set-up increases tyre wear?

Thanks for that mate much appreciated, I shall go get them swapped now.

Hi guys, low beam bulb has blown so went to motor world today and the bloke give me a pair of h4,s after looking through his book for the right bulb. was about to replace them but noticed the new bulbs have 3 pins and the old ones only have 2 pins. have i got the wrong bulbs or will these fit...

WOW! Now thats a car to be proud of..... top job! starting to dislike this forum as my wish list is getting WAY too big! lol

lol nice one v-tec, where abouts do you work?

Think I'll have those then and they're only ten minutes away from me so I'll go and collect myself....

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CIVIC-TYPE-R-EP3-MINTEX-REAR-BRAKE-DISC-PADS-/300427590387?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item45f2e13af3

hi all, so my rear discs and pads have absolutely had it and i was just thinking if anyone might have any advice for me before buying? i have seen a set of rear discs and pads on ebay for £55.00 delivered i know the ferodos have top notch reviews on here but just after something that will work...

Yeah I got the drill out then decided against it. I have tried everything now so think it's gona be a garage job.....

Well mine are rounded so there's no way a socket will work, I tried, then had a go with a drill but still no joy.

Where do I go? Have,nt done this before.

Sorry. Just habit I guess.

u got ant pics of your car? (to see the drop) if your selling i might have them off you.

i also have this problem but have,nt had the bottle to get the drill on it yet :cool:

ummm just watch it mate, you,ll go back in a month and then they,ll say give it another month and so on.... and before you know it your warranty will be out of the window! if noise is still there in a month take it back and push for it sorting.

thanks stu and all those you mention are all at the top of my wish list....... im leaning towards the toyo proxes T1 R i think.

or the auto trader theres loads on there matey.

ouch.... i only paid 6k for my 04 plate with 42,000 miles.

i have heard potenzas are not very good in the wet?

ok mate nice one, my car is on standard suspension at the moment so just after a good all round tyre and more grip the merrier for the odd B road blast! lol

thanks john, think the 205/45,s are the best option for me then. been looking at tyres all morning and theres so many out there and so many reviews i dont know where to start! what tyres would you recommend?i also looked at toyo proxes TR 1?

hi guys, been looking at getting a set of parada spec 2,s but not sure whether to get 215/40 or 205/45 can anyone tell what the difference is? will they handle better/worse? wear quicker/last longer? fit without catching etc etc.. i dont know anything about tyres lol so any advice will be most...

I have had 2 ep3,s now, the first a 55 plate and my latest which is an 04 plate and both cars have done it. the 55 plate was under warranty and i had the starter motor done TWICE under warranty and it still did,nt fix the problem....

i think they look well sweet......

just bought a typhoon and have,nt got it fitted yet but might just sell on and save for the tegiwa.......

SO I TAKE IT THATS YOUR GRUPPE M? so how is that better than the tegiwa? as it looks near as damnit the same! im getting the tegiwa..... end of story.

yep, get it tightened up! thats the main airbox bolt.

same here about ten days.

VERY nice indeed! be a bugger to keep clean though....

I will say AEM V2 for now. But just got a typhoon of the bay for 78 quid so I will post again when I've got it fitted. I know there's no power gains from the typhoon but all I want is the noise so I hope it will be good.

Thought as much they,re not very good lol Wanting to upgrade but don't want any silly subs or owt. Can any one recommend anything?

Hi, Does anyone know what the wattage is of the standard ep3 door speakers?

will do mate cheers.

orrrr i see, maybe worth considering at £330.00 a lot cheaper than the gruppe M, but is it as good thats the question.....?

hey up all, just been looking at the tegiwa induction kit and it says the scuttle panel will need modifing. can anyone enlighten me? dont even know the scuttle panel looks like :cool:

excellent price for a premier, you got any pics???

the interior in mine is in mint condition apart from a very small hole in the drivers seat which is hardly noticeably. i have to use a seat cover for my work anyway so it did,nt put me off when buying.

just a stamp in the book?

very tidy! and a good price id say.... i just paid 6195.00 for my 04 plate with 44000 miles.

what size is the CAF pipe mate please?

bought the mag at weekend, good read up!

very nice!

Ok, thanks to everyone for the help. I have just been and bought another litre of oil and it's just under max now so I,ll see how it goes, defo gona do some digging to see if it's been serviced though..... If not! God help him....!

Andr345 that top line does not make any sense at all..... I know different oils work differently and I will do a change if it seems to be burning a lot. as I said only had the car a few weeks so time will tell.