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23-04-2019, 07:45 AM

veehexx replied to a thread General FK8 (10th Gen) CTR Release chat in Civic Type R (FK8)

but the FK2 is a dash from 2011/12. ofc it's gonna be dated. not like the FK2R had it's own dash. personally, i prefer the FK8 interior with a few...

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22-04-2019, 05:44 PM

veehexx replied to a thread Generic FK2 Civic Type R discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

good news guys, not sure how, but HASport have confirmed it'll fit the 9G typeR. now just gotta find a suitable supplier as they wont ship direct to...

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21-04-2019, 07:38 PM

veehexx replied to a thread FK2-R Changing Gear Issues in Civic Type R (FK2)

some honda boxes then.... or maybe it's just the new stuff. 1.5LSI civic, '95 vtec prelude and '00 s2000 never had issues, but thats at least 15...

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21-04-2019, 06:54 PM

veehexx replied to a thread New tyres in Civic Type R (FK8)

oh yeah, forget the FK8 doesn't have oil temp. going a bit OT here since it is a tyre thread, but take another look at civicx for custom OBD PID's. ...

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21-04-2019, 11:01 AM

veehexx replied to a thread FK2 Track Day Discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

PBS pads on, dust shields removed and heat reflective tape added on ABS wire and lower ball joint. All ready for the next trackday! will be going to...

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21-04-2019, 10:03 AM

veehexx replied to a thread free neg camber? in Civic Type R (FK2)

just took a look - flatblade screwdriver & torch and you can pop the inspection/acces covers off. 2sec job. not obviously the same or possible. i...

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21-04-2019, 08:30 AM

veehexx replied to a thread Generic FK2 Civic Type R discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

found myself contemplating a stiffer engine stabiliser bar. while none exist, the recent acuity shift base bushes that are for the USDM Si got me...

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21-04-2019, 07:28 AM

veehexx replied to a thread New tyres in Civic Type R (FK8)

quite possibly all of what you say is true & accurate. conti's are useless on track. too soft. ime on the FK2, PS4S's are minimum track tyre -...

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20-04-2019, 06:58 AM

veehexx replied to a thread FK2-R Changing Gear Issues in Civic Type R (FK2)

let us know how you get on at HondaHQ. it's on my bookmarks as a place to try - far closer than Dream or TDI. temps definitely make a difference....

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19-04-2019, 07:11 AM

veehexx replied to a thread FK2-R Changing Gear Issues in Civic Type R (FK2)

does 2nd gear go in smoothly? when i had issues with mine, 1st&2nd were worse. i found 1st gear would act like a worn clutch, and 2nd would be...

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14-04-2019, 07:34 AM

veehexx replied to a thread Generic FK2 Civic Type R discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

i was actually asking the same questions before i went with these DBA's. while TDI are a bit biased as they sell 'em, they did say EBC have been...

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13-04-2019, 07:24 AM

veehexx replied to a thread Generic FK2 Civic Type R discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

shame it's tied to a service stamp. i'd be doing 'em myself. i've another 800miles before mine is due - just getting the nagging at every ignition...

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12-04-2019, 08:03 AM

veehexx replied to a thread Help with FK2 tyres - Sticky in Civic Type R (FK2)

rather over than understeer :) tyres are in testing - see what works when pottering about on the road throughout the year. cup2's treadwear of 180...

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08-04-2019, 07:44 PM

veehexx replied to a thread Generic FK2 Civic Type R discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

not had any issues under the bonnet other than a bit of that white powdery mould on the driver side of the bonnet insulation. nothing new there...

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06-04-2019, 07:50 PM

veehexx replied to a thread FK2 Track Day Discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

failed day at ducting. everything so oversized on the FK2, it's not giving room for anything! HCTR's oversized redirectors seem to be the only...

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05-04-2019, 11:10 AM

veehexx replied to a thread FK2 Track Day Discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

lots of researching ideas over the last few days. seems to be growing trend of using inline fans to cool the brakes. Many photos of racecars, and...

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04-04-2019, 12:41 PM

veehexx replied to a thread FK2 Track Day Discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

i'm sure fine. no different than any other 800c temp pad out there imo. 0-800c is what the hc800's are rated for and they were perfect on road....

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04-04-2019, 12:38 PM

veehexx replied to a thread FK2 Track Day Discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

I've got some ideas for further improving brake cooling (already have larger/refined air redirectors) so will likely be looking into adding ducting...

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03-04-2019, 07:09 PM

veehexx replied to a thread FK2 Track Day Discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

planning a real track for my next event - donnington. hoping to go with riche and/or a guy from PBS and get some benchmarks. Just thought that Norv...

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01-04-2019, 02:11 PM

veehexx replied to a thread Help with FK2 tyres - Sticky in Civic Type R (FK2)

last pair of RT2's are going. Tore 'em up on track and now cords are showing. on with cup2's as replacement! ps4s's i had replaced the other week...

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01-04-2019, 12:28 PM

veehexx replied to a thread FK2 Track Day Discussion in Civic Type R (FK2)

ok... just come off the blower with chris@PBS. He says I'm too hard on the brakes. explains the temps, crispy dust seals and (as he picked up from...

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