What did you do to your FL5 today?

[zumbooruk]

I’ve been ready to pull the trigger on paragon rotors front and rear and brake pads but I’m stuck on pads.

I do not track but do hit the twisties a few times a year with friends. I don’t go too fast but I do go fast enough that I push the brakes some. I also have real winters and would appreciate something that will stop in the cold without making me freak out cuz she doesn’t want to stop for like the first second or two of applying the brakes. I dont care if the dust is minimized or crazy bad but would be cool if it’s minimized, I guess

I’ve narrowed it down to the paragon p3 pads, project mu HC (not the plus ones) and counter space spec cp pads. I just want oem brembo like performance with an ever so slightly higher temp range.

brake fluid will be the oem fluid for now. Till I can find something that can last me 2 years and performs better than oem, even if a little

thnx if y’all can kick in your two cents. Appreciate y’all

My driving is similar to yours.

No track, Angeles Crest , Santa Monica and Santa Barbara mtns a few times a year

but about a mile of mild twisties daily on the way home (which I'll never admit to driving faster than 80mph)

for my research, I put more weight on pads that would grab better when cold, such as for emergency or panic stops. (vs race pads that grab best when warm/hot)

This is from my research notes, for when I'll need new pads or fluids:

brake pads
https://www.civicxi.com/forum/threads/brake-pad-manufacturer-model-compilation-thread.54351/


Hawk Performance Ceramic HB453Z.585 HB900Z.572

Hawk HPS 5.0 HB453B.585 HB900B.572

1. To break in the new components, make 6 to 10 stops from approximately 30 to 35 MPH applying moderate pressure.
2. Make an additional 2 to 3 hard stops from approximately 40 to 45 MPH.
3. DO NOT DRAG BRAKES!
4. Allow 15 minutes for brake system to cool down.
5. Your brakes are now ready for use and can be driven normally.

others to consider:
EBC Yellowstuff DP41210R DP42402R
Paragon P3 (bad review on CivicXI)
Paragon P2 "Sport Comfort" PBP.0370.150.P2 PBP.1557.145.P2 (least aggressive)
EBC Redstuff DP31210C DP32402C



Clutch / brake 1.5-2L

Bosch ESI6-32N Brake Fluid (DOT5.1)
https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-ESI6-32N-Brake-Direct-Replacement/dp/B07338GQM8
Dry Boiling Point: 270°C (518°F)
Wet Boiling Point: 185°C (365°F)
Change Interval: 3 years

ATE Original Super DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid
https://www.amazon.com/ATE-Original-Super-Brake-Fluid/dp/B08P1QYLNP
Dry Boiling Point: 265°C (509°F)
Wet Boiling Point: 180°C (356°F)
Change Interval: 3 years

ATE Original TYP 200 Racing Quality DOT 4 Brake Fluid
https://www.amazon.com/ATE-706202-Original-Racing-Quality/dp/B003VXRPL0
Dry Boiling Point: 280°C (536°F)
Wet Boiling Point: 198°C (388°F)
Change Interval: 2 years (some sources say up to 3 years)

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[skatejosh369]

Nothing too cool or special, but I’m one of those people who’d rather have the phone mounted than sliding around in the wireless charger. I’ve run this same OFFROAM mount in my Tundra TRD Pro and both of my Raptors, and it’s always been rock solid. No shaking off-road, even on rough trails. So far, it holds just as tight in the Civic.

I only needed the mounting base because I already had a few phone mounts lying around.

For anyone looking for a solid phone mount, I highly recommend this one. The only reason its not in my other vehicles is because they dont make one for it!

https://getoffroam.com/collections/...lter.p.m.custom.vehicle_model=Civic+2022-2026

 

[Phenom3030]

Nothing too cool or special, but I’m one of those people who’d rather have the phone mounted than sliding around in the wireless charger. I’ve run this same OFFROAM mount in my Tundra TRD Pro and both of my Raptors, and it’s always been rock solid. No shaking off-road, even on rough trails. So far, it holds just as tight in the Civic.

I only needed the mounting base because I already had a few phone mounts lying around.

For anyone looking for a solid phone mount, I highly recommend this one. The only reason its not in my other vehicles is because they dont make one for it!

https://getoffroam.com/collections/...lter.p.m.custom.vehicle_model=Civic+2022-2026

nice! I run one in my Tacoma TRD Pro. Didn’t know they made them for the Civic. Now you just gave me something to buy. Lol.

 

[Deleted User 3888]

nice! I run one in my Tacoma TRD Pro. Didn’t know they made them for the Civic. Now you just gave me something to buy. Lol.

God forbid I’d ever want a truck. But if I ever did. It would have to be a taco. I’ve seen first hand how amazing they are

they’d be hopping burms in the desert, carrying more weight they were designed for. This was in Iraq and Afghanistan. And to be honest, the 30 cal made quick work of em. But damn it took a ton of ammo to disable them

good choice

 

[Xmetal]

Nothing too cool or special, but I’m one of those people who’d rather have the phone mounted than sliding around in the wireless charger. I’ve run this same OFFROAM mount in my Tundra TRD Pro and both of my Raptors, and it’s always been rock solid. No shaking off-road, even on rough trails. So far, it holds just as tight in the Civic.

I only needed the mounting base because I already had a few phone mounts lying around.

For anyone looking for a solid phone mount, I highly recommend this one. The only reason its not in my other vehicles is because they dont make one for it!

https://getoffroam.com/collections/...lter.p.m.custom.vehicle_model=Civic+2022-2026

This is a great alternative to the ProClip

 

[zumbooruk]

Nothing too cool or special, but I’m one of those people who’d rather have the phone mounted than sliding around in the wireless charger. I’ve run this same OFFROAM mount in my Tundra TRD Pro and both of my Raptors, and it’s always been rock solid. No shaking off-road, even on rough trails. So far, it holds just as tight in the Civic.

I only needed the mounting base because I already had a few phone mounts lying around.

For anyone looking for a solid phone mount, I highly recommend this one. The only reason its not in my other vehicles is because they dont make one for it!

https://getoffroam.com/collections/...lter.p.m.custom.vehicle_model=Civic+2022-2026

I like this a lot, wish I knew before I got my cheap $7 mount from Amazon.

on the other hand, I got used to the position of mine, very easy to reach with my hand while driving...


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D45W64BB

Rock solid steady, easy to reach and view. uses double sided tape to hold it onto the dash, so no permanent modification. note that I got just the base, and used the holder I used in my 07 FA5 Si

Since I used the phone to take the pictures, I could not shoot it with the phone inside, I also left the arms wide open. with the phone in, it ever so slightly blocks the buttons on the center display with the phone in the holder and arms closed

 

[skatejosh369]

I love the tacos! Yours looks perfect! Old photo of the Tundra.

nice! I run one in my Tacoma TRD Pro. Didn’t know they made them for the Civic. Now you just gave me something to buy. Lol.

This mount, you can put it on the left or right of the screen (could even be right in front if you were so compelled to do so). Im a tad OCD, so if it was even going over the screen any at all, it would drive me insane! Id say this is likely the highest quality mount Ive found for the FL5 (or any platform for that matter, as I have tried so many for them to just end up in the drawer or trash).

I like this a lot, wish I knew before I got my cheap $7 mount from Amazon.

on the other hand, I got used to the position of mine, very easy to reach with my hand while driving...


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D45W64BB

Rock solid steady, easy to reach and view. uses double sided tape to hold it onto the dash, so no permanent modification. note that I got just the base, and used the holder I used in my 07 FA5 Si

Since I used the phone to take the pictures, I could not shoot it with the phone inside, I also left the arms wide open. with the phone in, it ever so slightly blocks the buttons on the center display with the phone in the holder and arms closed

 

[Phenom3030]

I love the tacos! Yours looks perfect! Old photo of the Tundra.

This mount, you can put it on the left or right of the screen (could even be right in front if you were so compelled to do so). Im a tad OCD, so if it was even going over the screen any at all, it would drive me insane! Id say this is likely the highest quality mount Ive found for the FL5 (or any platform for that matter, as I have tried so many for them to just end up in the drawer or trash).

Nice Tundra dude! Good to hear I can put it to the left of the screen. I'd like it to be closer in reach. I got into the Quadlock ecosystem since I started riding again but they don't make a good dash mount, and when I'm not riding I like to go caseless. Which was perfect for the Offroam mount in the truck. The Offroam mount for the CTR is on the way!

 

[Chilly613]

Decided to finally install the Acuity 4 Way Adjustable Shifter. Had this originally installed on my Sport Touring.

The FL5 OEM shifter already felt great, this just makes shifting feel even better. I forgot how good this shifter is.

 

[blueroadster]

Decided to finally install the Acuity 4 Way Adjustable Shifter. Had this originally installed on my Sport Touring.

The FL5 OEM shifter already felt great, this just makes shifting feel even better. I forgot how good this shifter is.

Nice…I have the Hybrid Racing shifter and love the tight shifting mechanical feel. Out of curiosity, did the Acuity Shifter include this particular replacement clip?

That particular clip in my experience was easy to disform when removing and reinstalling. The Hybrid Racing shifter did not include a replacement clip so I ordered some spares.

 

[Chilly613]

Nice…I have the Hybrid Racing shifter and love the tight shifting mechanical feel. Out of curiosity, did the Acuity Shifter include this particular replacement clip?

That particular clip in my experience was easy to disform when removing and reinstalling. The Hybrid Racing shifter did not include a replacement clip so I ordered some spares.

Nope, you just reuse the existing clip. You can turn the retaining clip 90 degrees to be able to remove the cable from the shifter without removing the clip. I do have a couple on hand too just in case.

 

[blueroadster]

Nope, you just reuse the existing clip. You can turn the retaining clip 90 degrees to be able to remove the cable from the shifter without removing the clip. I do have a couple on hand too just in case.

Needed to completely remove the clip in my case as spinning it 90 degrees was not enough when trying to install the cable onto the Hybrid Racing shifter.

 

[getRIGHT]

I’ve been on the fence on getting the Acuity shifter. I wish someone around me had one I could feel before I took the plunge

 

[JBO]

mods are done results are in on the so called "heartbreaker" dyno in my home town.
Changed to imperial for you Americans!

At the crank
350hp @ 5600rpm (261kw)
378 lb ft from 2900-4000rpm (512nm)

At the wheels
313hp (233kw)
340 lb ft (461nm)

Need access to a hub dyno I think as the car was moving about too much.

 

[Deleted User 3888]

mods are done results are in on the so called "heartbreaker" dyno in my home town.
Changed to imperial for you Americans!

At the crank
350hp @ 5600rpm (261kw)
378 lb ft from 2900-4000rpm (512nm)

At the wheels
313hp (233kw)
340 lb ft (461nm)

Need access to a hub dyno I think as the car was moving about too much.

Metric never made it on the moon!

also. Grats on the results. Very dope