R Lucy.

[I♥️LCY]

I’ve been working on this armrest console. The final version is every bit of what I needed. 🤌

Received my wolfbox, ripped out the landu, and finalized the Wolfbox install.

 

[I♥️LCY]

left the docs office just after sunrise. I couldn't help but take advantage of all this empty space.

 

[Sporky McGeuschky]

Congratulations on your Rallye Red FL5 and welcome to the forum!

I've been away for a couple weeks, otherwise I wouldn't have let @zumbooruk
Beat Me To It!!!

bold, ugly, indestructible: RokBlokz

https://rokblokz.com/collections/ho...roducts/honda-civic-type-r-fl5-2023-mud-flaps

I second RokBlokz as the top choice in pure mud flap freedom.
Check my build thread for more info, if you're interested.

https://www.civicxi.com/forum/threads/sporky-sidegrades-texas-fl5-type-r.56495/post-936339

I like that center console mod you printed. A real place for real change!

Cheers,

Sporky

 

[I♥️LCY]

I did take a look at those. I'm just looking for something more discreet.

Thanks. It was a neccessity. I hated sitting on my wallet, no more keys in the door cup/pull, goods are contained and out of sight.

Suspension or 35's

I've been observing comfort mode and it has been decent thus far, outside of the jarring thump. The fwy impressions are perfect, reminiscent of good coilover on an integra. Today, I went out with some friends in Chino Hills. Four solid dudes, cruising in the R. I can't even recall seeing the road imperfect, but I felt it. Needless to say, I was not impressed with dampening on the city streets, "loaded."​

TOL, I'd really like to try some 35 series tire instead of these 30's. Has anyone upgraded to 35s without swapping suspension modules?

 

[I♥️LCY]

OEM+ in the works. Just dropped this off with Noren Fab in Montclair, CA.

 

[Xmetal]

I did take a look at those. I'm just looking for something more discreet.

Thanks. It was a neccessity. I hated sitting on my wallet, no more keys in the door cup/pull, goods are contained and out of sight.

Suspension or 35's

I've been observing comfort mode and it has been decent thus far, outside of the jarring thump. The fwy impressions are perfect, reminiscent of good coilover on an integra. Today, I went out with some friends in Chino Hills. Four solid dudes, cruising in the R. I can't even recall seeing the road imperfect, but I felt it. Needless to say, I was not impressed with dampening on the city streets, "loaded."​

TOL, I'd really like to try some 35 series tire instead of these 30's. Has anyone upgraded to 35s without swapping suspension modules?

I was gonna say just go with the ITS ADS module. It's a no brainer at mid $200, which is what I paid for mine last year. Then I just went and look at prices - holy cow, it's doubled or more now

What are you doing with the exhaust? Looks like the front resonator has already been removed?

 

[I♥️LCY]

I was gonna say just go with the ITS ADS module. It's a no brainer at mid $200, which is what I paid for mine last year. Then I just went and look at prices - holy cow, it's doubled or more now

What are you doing with the exhaust? Looks like the front resonator has already been removed?

I'm not a fan of the 30 series and that module now costing double, is more of an incentive to try 35s haha.

The exhaust is off a Type-s. The diameter of the piping is a little bit larger and it readily has a resonator removed. I'm having the tips shortened to fit the R.

 

[Xmetal]

I'm not a fan of the 30 series and that module now costing double, is more of an incentive to try 35s haha.

The exhaust is off a Type-s. The diameter of the piping is a little bit larger and it readily has a resonator removed. I'm having the tips shortened to fit the R.

Going to 35s will still cost you money, unless you swap it out after the OE wears out. Plus going non-OE is going to cost you a lot more money in the long run. If you research a bit, you'll find that the OE 30s can be had for around $200 each at the dealer vs $350+ each for the non-OE 35s (assuming you're staying with the PS4s). So, the cost difference with your first tire swap would more than cover the cost of the module!

 

[zumbooruk]

Going to 35s will still cost you money, unless you swap it out after the OE wears out. Plus going non-OE is going to cost you a lot more money in the long run. If you research a bit, you'll find that the OE 30s can be had for around $200 each at the dealer vs $350+ each for the non-OE 35s. So, the first tire swap difference would essentially cost you the module!

I have the DSC module and love it (it replaced the DE5 module which I install the first weekend after I purchased my FL5), yet I still want to try 35 profile tires (either 265 or 275) when the OEM tires wear out.

 

[I♥️LCY]

Those are my thoughts as well Zum, 275/265-35

Going to 35s will still cost you money, unless you swap it out after the OE wears out. Plus going non-OE is going to cost you a lot more money in the long run. If you research a bit, you'll find that the OE 30s can be had for around $200 each at the dealer vs $350+ each for the non-OE 35s (assuming you're staying with the PS4s). So, the cost difference with your first tire swap would more than cover the cost of the module!

I drive like a grandma, no need to maintain ps4s for the daily commute. I consider 30’s to be on the “rubber band” spectrum. I’ve never been a fan of a thin tire on a rim. For me, the tire size change is inevitable.

I plan to get my feet wet with a cheap tire. If it proves to be fruitful, I’ll step up the brand quality as wear and tear does its thing. Indecisively, I’ve been stuck at crossroad; purchase a new wheel and tire combo vs just slapping 35s on the factory wheels.

But, I have a ways to go. The car looks great and I just want all the accessories .

 

[I♥️LCY]

Just got back from Honda. Lucky Lucy really, because they had everything in stock. Two more inetrnational bits to find and I'm happy.

wife: what are you going to Honda for?
me: some visors

Jus

 

[zumbooruk]

Those are my thoughts as well Zum, 275/265-35



I drive like a grandma, no need to maintain ps4s for the daily commute. I consider 30’s to be on the “rubber band” spectrum. I’ve never been a fan of a thin tire on a rim. For me, the tire size change is inevitable.

I plan to get my feet wet with a cheap tire. If it proves to be fruitful, I’ll step up the brand quality as wear and tear does its thing. Indecisively, I’ve been stuck at crossroad; purchase a new wheel and tire combo vs just slapping 35s on the factory wheels.

But, I have a ways to go. The car looks great and I just want all the accessories .

Same here... I drove my previous FA5 much more aggressively than I drive the FL5.

I was looking at 18" wheels, but decided to first get a set of 35 (most likely Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus in 265 or 275/35R19)

BTW, I want to keep scrub radius same as OEM and avoid changing suspension geometry and introduce torque steer. So not lowering and will stay with a +60 wheel.

I have found only one company that makes exactly what I want (and confirmed fitment to clear the brakes/suspension inside the wheel): BC Forged RZ05 18x9.5 +60

https://bcforged-na.com/monoblock/rz05/

about $3800 for the set.

 

[I♥️LCY]

Same here... I drove my previous FA5 much more aggressively than I drive the FL5.

I was looking at 18" wheels, but decided to first get a set of 35 (most likely Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus in 265 or 275/35R19)

BTW, I want to keep scrub radius same as OEM and avoid changing suspension geometry and introduce torque steer. So not lowering and will stay with a +60 wheel.

I have found only one company that makes exactly what I want (and confirmed fitment to clear the brakes/suspension inside the wheel): BC Forged RZ05 18x9.5 +60

https://bcforged-na.com/monoblock/rz05/

about $3800 for the set.

That's an interesting spec for sure. How tight is the clearance?

I test drove an FL5 w/ 18x10 +40, I didn't notice anything different from to what I feel now in my own. But it was a one mile trip, to be fair it would be almost impossible for me to remember the dynamic drive from a year ago (although, driving impressions and NVH are my self proclaimed strong suits).

I've ordered some spacers for now. Plenty of time to choose a wheel.


I'll be dropping the car off at Hondas preferred collision center today. When I originally purchased the vehicle I had pointed out some panel alignment issues and conveyed that to the GM. I'd expressed that I'd need these corrected for me to sign, this is a huge turn-off for me. Anyway, they gave me a "due bill" and sent me packing. Fair enough.

Typically above the speed limit this type of alignment will generate whistles and or vibrations. My gradual built, record breaking, max speed of 75mph wont do it; nor will my 70mph cruise...BUT, when the time comes I want to be ready.

Hood Gaps/Fitment

Passenger Side Door(s) Gap(s)/Fitment

Tailgate / Hatch Gaps/Fitment

Driver side door Gaps/Fitment

 

[I♥️LCY]

Collision shop nailed almost every adjustment +/- a mm. I was driving off when I noticed how bad this one was. When I called them, they said they'd be willing to give it another go tomorrow, and to just drop it off in the morning.

growing up unnecessary touching was frowned upon....wth were they in this menu? IDK.

anyone else get slightly perturbed when the dealer/shops touch irrelevant things or just me?

 

[zumbooruk]

That's an interesting spec for sure. How tight is the clearance?

I test drove an FL5 w/ 18x10 +40, I didn't notice anything different from to what I feel now in my own. But it was a one mile trip, to be fair it would be almost impossible for me to remember the dynamic drive from a year ago (although, driving impressions and NVH are my self proclaimed strong suits).

All I know is what I read...

I am also aware that I worry a lot, and that in theory theory and practice are the same, yet in practice they are not. i.e. in theory the scrub radius should affect handling, in practice it might not.

similarly for the clearance, I read, and saw pictures that 275/35R19 should fit without rubbing on OEM suspension, and, if I recall correctly, even on lowered suspension. so in theory, the tire should fit...

I hit the front deflector rubber strip, that runs the width of the car under the front lip, each time I drive out of my driveway onto the street, since my driveway slopes down to the street which has a slight crown (center of the street higher than the sides), so the car is angled downward and the street is angled upwards. so in theory, taller tires might lessen or eliminate this issue.

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