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J_D replied to the thread Seat Question.Excellent. I'm like going to buy a used seat at some point and retrofit in my R for winter use. The OE heated seats won't work as there...
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That's the best part, I accidentally installed without a seatbelt and had a light, and swapped over my original to the CTR seat. After...
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Hi, @Texas58 , and thank you to @J_D for bumping this thread. I doubt I would have seen it otherwise. Here's my advice: Skip...
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... Also this. A nice thicc office seat cushion from Tempur Pedic. Made in Kentucky, USA. Includes a spandex removable machine...
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J_D replied to the thread Seat Question.Did you have any issues with the SRS lights ?
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J_D replied to the thread Seat Question.Bump. There is a felllow on reddit that installed Si seats in his Type R. Anyone here done that? Curious for winter use up here. All...
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J_D replied to the thread New to the expansion tank issue.I don’t think there is a flaw in OEM design. It’s likely there was a manufacturing defect on a certain batch. I wouldn’t worry if it’s...
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J_D replied to the thread FL5 Rear Undercarriage Floor collecting dirt. No place to drain?.It's plastic. No risk of corrosion. I wouldn't do anything. Drilling a hole might just let more water splash into the area if anything.
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J_D replied to the thread Inexpensive Spare Tire Option.Honda hem wheels use the same ball seat. oem lugs are fine amongst oem wheels
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J_D replied to the thread Canadian dealer asked what colour Type R I want.MSRP or bust. Love my CTR but for anything above MSRP I’d get a miata and something else as a daily
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J_D replied to the thread Inexpensive Spare Tire Option.What year odyssey?
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J_D replied to the thread Service Manual for FL5 Civic Type R [PDF Download].Gah! I meant to write washer fluid reservoir. Sorry!
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J_D replied to the thread Service Manual for FL5 Civic Type R [PDF Download].Any chance you can get the data for removing the coolant reservoir :)
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Max is 14 if I remember correctly
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J_D replied to the thread CIVICXI *NOVICE* Track Thread!.I had a great weekend earlier this month. Ran two days at Circuit Mont Tremblant. I was running EBC RPX in the front and Hawk DTC-30 in...
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J_D replied to the thread Over the air “audio update”.Coming from an FK8 the FL5 headhunt is a rocketship lol
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J_D replied to the thread Type R Multiple recalls - Fuel Pump + Steering.FK8 sources the fuel pump from Great Britain. The FL5 doesn’t
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No kidding. That 2015 era infotainment in the FK8 was the worst thing about the car. I also had a 2020. It would completely crash and...
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J_D replied to the thread CIVICXI *NOVICE* Track Thread!.That makes a LOT more sense
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J_D replied to the thread CIVICXI *NOVICE* Track Thread!.10 years / 100 miles IIRC. If the car beeped at you for engine coolant I would just do it.
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J_D replied to the thread Delay in power delivery after 2-3 shift.Boost rebuilding
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J_D replied to the thread CIVICXI *NOVICE* Track Thread!.Well, the OE 2020+ rear pads are backordered. I'm going to run EBC RPX in front and EBC NDX on rear now, Castrol SRF fluid.
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My 1st car was an MGB, which didn't have carb or intake manifold heat. The throttles (dual carbs) would often ice open at highway...
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J_D replied to the thread CIVICXI *NOVICE* Track Thread!.IIRC there isn't a temp sensor either. It does some math based on deceleration and how hard you've pressed pedal in the session. With...
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J_D replied to the thread Debris in Oil Change - am I cooked fellas.Just did my latest oil change. 8000km =4,970.97 mi on the oil. 99% reduction in the amount debris in the oil this time. Only one tiny...
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J_D replied to the thread FL5 recall (2022-2025 Civic Steering Gearbox Assembly).Might be the coilers tbh.
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the noise is very possibly wastegate rattle. running VP91 (apparently its more strictly regulated for octane level) supplemented with 1...
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J_D replied to the thread Missed shift 3rd to 2nd with resulting added NVH.TOLD YA
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J_D replied to the thread FL5 Throttle Body Coolant Bypass.No worries! From my understanding moisture in the air can crystallize if it encounters a cold surface. Ever parked a cold car in a humid...
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J_D replied to the thread FL5 Throttle Body Coolant Bypass.It is highly unlikely there are any performance benefits from doing this. Heat soak from he throttle into the charge air is negligible...
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Min is 9mm so you are good
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J_D replied to the thread CIVICXI *NOVICE* Track Thread!.Question for you guys: I’m about to swap front pads to EBC RPX Rear pads to OE FK8. My rear rotor is at 10mm thickness. Should I keep...
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J_D replied to the thread Rust on rear Brake Caliper.Bracket is uncoated metal. Normal.
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J_D replied to the thread Running EBC SR-11 brake pads as a dual purpose pad?.Thank you sir. I'm probably just going to leave the RPX pads on all summer/fall
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J_D replied to the thread Running EBC SR-11 brake pads as a dual purpose pad?.Question sir, how is the dusting and rotor wear on the street? I've got a set of RPX which is less agressive than the SR11s, im just curious
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According to castrol SRF is good for 18 months
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J_D replied to the thread CIVICXI *NOVICE* Track Thread!.Fun fact: SRF is rated as a Dot 3/4, so you can just leave it in for winter after the season is over. Assuming you didn't boil it over
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na bro you're good m8 it's all gravy no hard feelings
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J_D replied to the thread Missed shift 3rd to 2nd with resulting added NVH.I kinda feel bad now, you liked my post after I was snarky. Forgive me @jcm.
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J_D replied to the thread Missed shift 3rd to 2nd with resulting added NVH.Prediction: money will burn, internals are fine
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J_D replied to the thread â–ş APEX Wheels | 5 Spoke Wheel Survey.Done.
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J_D replied to the thread Dashboard rattle and excessive brake wear..Type R rear is very easy, same as every 2016+ Civic. Front brakes are bit annoying
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J_D replied to the thread Dashboard rattle and excessive brake wear..Rear brake wear is normal. I don't trust the front measurement though.
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J_D replied to the thread Disappointed with windshield.I wouldn't mind a 10 pound penalty to have a strong windshield. I can just eat a salad.
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J_D replied to the thread Missed shift 3rd to 2nd with resulting added NVH.Check the engine oil and filter for glitter first. You might have an unrelated tune related issue that presented at same time. Plus the...
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J_D replied to the thread Canadian dealer asked what colour Type R I want.FL5 is a so much fun in winter. When you do a tight turn, you get lift off oversteer because of the agile handling assist and VSA setup...
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J_D replied to the thread Missed shift 3rd to 2nd with resulting added NVH.I think you are nervous, no code means you are golden :)
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yea i basically signed up for voided warranty when i ventured into modifying the car, i have made my peace with the void of my warranty...
