Hendo's EF hatch project
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What size rotor did you run? This is a 10.9" rotor.
In for pics!
My bad better late than never. I ran a prelude vtec rotor, but this time I'm going to attempt using mini Coopers.
Pic fix for my Civic homies 
Got the brakes all taken care of, it'll pull your face off, I can't even imagine how it's going to be when I upgrade the MC. And it looks pretty to boot.
S2000 fronts:
Del slo rears:
And I realized I haven't posted any pics of two of my favorite parts.
Euro console pocket via das Nederlands (the camera made the carpet look weird, it is NOT pink lol):
And the LED spoiler via Malaysia:
If I can swing it next week (post-payday), I might be doing the exhaust. Also going to be doing a BWR short throw shifter, probably at the same time. Then after that it's LCAs and perhaps a rear subframe brace because it looks fly. Then I've just got the motor and maybe recovering the drivers seat to take care of the good old fashioned bolster-hole. But I may start on the red one before the motor and drivers seat in this one. It's a little more fun to dig around junkyards when it's not freezing outside, and I've gotta find a clean liftgate and bumper cover.
Got the brakes all taken care of, it'll pull your face off, I can't even imagine how it's going to be when I upgrade the MC. And it looks pretty to boot.
S2000 fronts:
Del slo rears:
And I realized I haven't posted any pics of two of my favorite parts.
Euro console pocket via das Nederlands (the camera made the carpet look weird, it is NOT pink lol):
And the LED spoiler via Malaysia:
If I can swing it next week (post-payday), I might be doing the exhaust. Also going to be doing a BWR short throw shifter, probably at the same time. Then after that it's LCAs and perhaps a rear subframe brace because it looks fly. Then I've just got the motor and maybe recovering the drivers seat to take care of the good old fashioned bolster-hole. But I may start on the red one before the motor and drivers seat in this one. It's a little more fun to dig around junkyards when it's not freezing outside, and I've gotta find a clean liftgate and bumper cover.
That s**t looks legit!
Upgraded to a 15/16" master cylinder and now the pedal is insanely firm, can take it right to the edge of lockup with a stab of the toe. Which is probably good, because I weaseled a spot onto Gingerman Raceway at the West Michigan Honda Meet this weekend. Hour of classroom instruction and four 20 minute stints on the track over two days. Should be hilarious, I've never been. Pics to come.
WMHM13 @ Gingerman Raceway
Guy wasn't pushing it hard, but it was nice to look at:
I didn't fully understand what it is about these cars that makes them so great. Pulling a g sideways at like 55 with it floored in 3rd, hitting an apex and winding it out.. If you haven't, you gotta try it. It's crazy intense, and I was sore all next day. First session was pretty terrifying. Second session was totally different and completely ludicrous. Trail braking, sliding it around a little.. and the grip. Christ, the grip. Plans for a turbo in this car are gone. Probably still do the z6 swap with maybe some cams and an S300, but it doesn't need much more power. All about the sideways. I'd guess that I've never pushed my car more than 40% of what its capable of. Really eye opening.
Guy wasn't pushing it hard, but it was nice to look at:
I didn't fully understand what it is about these cars that makes them so great. Pulling a g sideways at like 55 with it floored in 3rd, hitting an apex and winding it out.. If you haven't, you gotta try it. It's crazy intense, and I was sore all next day. First session was pretty terrifying. Second session was totally different and completely ludicrous. Trail braking, sliding it around a little.. and the grip. Christ, the grip. Plans for a turbo in this car are gone. Probably still do the z6 swap with maybe some cams and an S300, but it doesn't need much more power. All about the sideways. I'd guess that I've never pushed my car more than 40% of what its capable of. Really eye opening.
Just went through the thread all the way from page 1! So much dedication to the car! It's clear you can see how much work, time, money, etc has been put into this car. I'll be waiting for more progress and lots of track pics. Also maybe post up some lap times each time you goto the track so you can see how much you and your car improve each time. I wish there was a road course near me, I'd have to travel out of state to goto a road course.
thats pretty cool. no matter the car its always fun to be in the revs and going sideways. when do you plan on going again?
Congrats man, nice to see a EF on the track. Next time get some nice tires with more grip before you do any engine mods. Stay stock until your skills surpass your power needs. Better to learn slow than mess up fast. Try some Falken Rt615, Bridgestone RE11, or Dunlop Star Spec. Have fun, PM with any questions.