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Got the solution. I inadvertently hit cruise control /sigh -
Well, I did this a few days ago, but a super clean S2000 AP1 showed up nearby and I traded my FL5 for it + some cash back in my pocket...
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zumbooruk reacted to Agen2integra's post in the thread What did you do to your FL5 today? with
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Took my car in to Honda to get my first “free” oil change. Now I’m left with motor oil on my seat… smh. They’re taking it back to detail... -
So I just got back from a weekend at VIR, a track I know very well, using the DSC for the first time there. Biggest things I noticed in...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread DSC Sport Controller Suspension Module.Yes definitely so. I swapped to the ITS a few weeks after I purchased my FL5. The ITS module took the edge off the suspension, less...
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zumbooruk reacted to AZCWTypeR's post in the thread Talk me out of a Hybrid Sport Touring Hatch with Like.
I highly recommend using Costco's buying service if you have that option. We bought a CRV Sport Hybrid through Costco and our final...
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first thing I’m going to be doing is checking all of the kill switch wiring, mainly the ground, making sure it’s actually grounded...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread Talk me out of a Hybrid Sport Touring Hatch.Not an owner butI did a lot of research and reading when our daughter thought her (our) Sienna with nearly 300k miles was dying. we...
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I have decided I like the OEM one better, mine is black and will have it for sale here soon but if you want it let me know. Ill take $49...
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Yesterday I picked up my new Type R. I sold my SI, which I really liked, but wanted something more and I definitely got it. This car is... -
zumbooruk replied to the thread Spying on you?.Thanks. TCU removed, and I have not be able to check for an update the last few time I am not losing sleep over it. The update is...
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I hooked mine up to a hotspot and it was up to date.. donno if that gives you peace of mind or not
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zumbooruk replied to the thread FL5 vs base 718 Cayman.This, right there, is the reason to get the Porsche... 2 extra gallons :)
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The RS cars are next level, cheat code type cars. My dream car is a Spyder RS, even though I've kind of soured on the Porsche brand as a...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread Spying on you?.That's a different issue than what I am seeing. sorry, got confused. I got the file from the car onto a USB drive I was able to check...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread Spying on you?.I've used the same file to check for updates for about a year now (file dated 6/5/25) until a few weeks ago, it gave message that there...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread Spying on you?.I started getting a new Connection error The error is newish (I first saw it about four to five weeks ago) when it does not need...
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zumbooruk reacted to Unity Performance's post in the thread How do you jack up your Type R? with Like.
We would've definitely been contacted by existing customers that have purchased them over the past year if they encountered that, and so...
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I've owned every generation of Boxster GTS; a manual 981 GTS, and PDK versions of a 2019 with the 2.5T and a 2023 with the 4.0 flat six...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread How do you jack up your Type R?.Yet it seems that the consensus was that these permanently attached pinch weld blocks might fall off and cause an accident. the...
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My previous car was a 410 whp Civic Type R FK8 2018. -
After a lot of contemplating, researching, and procrastinating, I finally decided to address the FL5’s security vulnerabilities. I’ve...
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I just bought the wireless upgrade to retro fit to the original kit. I now have 3 total grounds. Also the battery bolts are captive so I...
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zumbooruk reacted to cryptolime's post in the thread Clutch Damage?? **Just tried to accelerate while the parking brake was on :( with Wow.
another thing, i found out the e-brake will engage at 50 mph and lock up the wheels....had a brain fart and hit the wrong switch :oops...
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I see you decided to post the Mugen dampers for sale. Curious why the change of heart.
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zumbooruk reacted to timestamped's post in the thread DSC Sport Controller Suspension Module with Like.
+1 DSC sport controller installed Initial response is that the bump absorption and ride quality improvement in Comfort is quite good...
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zumbooruk reacted to Cueyo's post in the thread 🚨 COMING SOON: SBX Performance FL5 / DE5 Catted Downpipe 🚨 with Like.
I say you don't do cerakote and try to get a swaintech coating going, it's a million times better and actually helps with temps unlike...
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zumbooruk reacted to Unity Performance's post in the thread Unity Performance Humza's FL5 Build Thread with Like.
I settled on the tires and tire size for the 19x10 +40 ZE40! 265/35R19 Continental ECS 02 Thankfully no rub in any instance so far... -
zumbooruk replied to the thread I found this on a google search and it is so wise I wanted to share it - from a person I have never met named Steve Brereton..I don't believe that I want/need more power beyond what I currently have: Cobb intake and Cobb AccessPort with custom tune. I added...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread Aftermarket Dipstick for K20C1?.I have done exactly the same after my first oil change. same reasoning. I even cut small notches on the sides of the orange plastic...
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zumbooruk reacted to jtlctr's post in the thread Looking for feedback on different tire/wheel size. with Like.
Well, blow me down! I never knew this, I always assumed wider tires had a bigger contact patch. Thanks for the education! Now that I’ve...
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Didnt expect to be saying this so soon, but I picked up my R last night. 2026 CTR Championship White 7 miles MSRP + included the...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread Aftermarket Dipstick for K20C1?.Thanks, I found it: https://www.civicx.com/forum/threads/ditch-that-dopey-orange-dipstick.103761/post-1488621 Indeed the markings are...
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zumbooruk reacted to jcb's post in the thread I found this on a google search and it is so wise I wanted to share it - from a person I have never met named Steve Brereton. with Like.
This is from a Facebook post by Mr. Brereton. dated 6/3/2025. Based on my experiences on other platforms and with a lot of prior track...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread Looking for feedback on different tire/wheel size..I believe that wider tires have the same contact patch size (square inches) as narrow tires. contact patch size depends on air pressure...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread Looking for feedback on different tire/wheel size..I am running a preliminary tune (i.e. the first map received). I did ask for limiting torque in 1st. But I did not realize that 2nd...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread đź”´đź’Š Engine Oil Red Pill Thread: Only Post If You Have UOA - Official Honda Civic Type R K20C1 Engine Oil Analysis.I did not research damage to turbos, I stumbled upon it while searching for replacements to First Brands oil filters. several mentions...
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zumbooruk reacted to ICantDriveStick's post in the thread California SOLD 2025 SGP 1.3k Miles Stock + PPF with Like.
Well.. I have started looking at a different platform so I know it is probably time to put up the FL5. DISCLAIMER: Car will be sold...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread Looking for feedback on different tire/wheel size..I am also pondering my next set of tires. I am looking at 275/35R19 on OEM wheels. more sidewall, slightly wider tires, slightly...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread The FL5 Dealer ADM Markup Thread.yes, from when they first went on sale till March 2025... ended up with my prefered color SGP. they had two on the showroom, wanted to...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread DSC Sport Controller Suspension Module.I keep the DSC in comfort mode, since it will automagically firm up as needed all the way up to +R firmness. based on my research (not...
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I have around 1500 miles with DSC unit and absolutely love it. Granted my FL5 is a daily driver + occasional spirited drive through...
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Be mindful of the 2026 MSRP. Honda initially did a $1k price hike for 2026 vs 2025. However, I was made aware that Honda just did...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread The FL5 Dealer ADM Markup Thread.I always say that patience is a virtue, but it ain't one of mine But I am also a cheapskate... and patience did pay off as far as ADM...
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Congrats! Yeah 2K is reasonable. My wife made a good point to me about some of the dealers who force the dealer add-ons. If they can...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread The FL5 Dealer ADM Markup Thread.I did not drive to a single dealership until I purchased. I called, emailed, texted all dealerships within about 200 miles I followed...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread đź”´đź’Š Engine Oil Red Pill Thread: Only Post If You Have UOA - Official Honda Civic Type R K20C1 Engine Oil Analysis.One last observation per my latest research Apparently the "regular" Wix and Purolator are better at ultra fine particle filtering...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread đź”´đź’Š Engine Oil Red Pill Thread: Only Post If You Have UOA - Official Honda Civic Type R K20C1 Engine Oil Analysis.I suspected that the reason Royal Purple was both a very good filter, and is no longer available meant that it was a rebranded Fram. I...
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zumbooruk replied to the thread đź”´đź’Š Engine Oil Red Pill Thread: Only Post If You Have UOA - Official Honda Civic Type R K20C1 Engine Oil Analysis.The 15400-PLM-A02 was manufactured under contract by Honeywell/Fram (the blue-can version which was cut open and compared to Fram PH7317...
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zumbooruk reacted to Ktrw's post in the thread đź”´đź’Š Engine Oil Red Pill Thread: Only Post If You Have UOA - Official Honda Civic Type R K20C1 Engine Oil Analysis with Like.
I believe purolator rates the purolator one filter at bit higher efficiency than the boss versions. Since most of us don't need the...
