Yes this car is bright yellow and too many people that is not a good colour for cars, but occasionally one of these yellow cars comes along that doesn’t actually look that bad and that really does turn things on it head.
You do not seem to get many of these Hondas being built up to this standard, usually you would be expecting to see a Nissan, Toyota or Lexus that seem to cost the earth and then has some serious cash spent on top of the cost just to make life even more difficult for the ordinary man in the street.
This is a cool Honda Civic that is based in Los Angeles, where apparently there are quite a few Civics waiting around as raw material. This is a good car to get started with, as the entire job can be produced for a just a few thousand dollars so long as the builder is prepared to get their hands dirty and do a lot of work themselves to results can be staggering as we have seen.
1999 Honda Civic Type R
Owner: Jeffery Diaz, Hometown: Seattle, WA
Daily Grind: Auto body And Paint Technician
What’s under the Hood: 2.0L normally-aspirated K20A; Hasport EKK1 mounts; Hybrid Racing PNP adapter harness; SSR/DTR header; Spoon Sports N1 exhaust w/3″ piping, fan switch, temp sensor, brake master cylinder stopper; Karcepts alternator relocater, intake, throttle-body adapter; Automotive fuel pressure regulator; Golden Eagle fuel rail; Mugen radiator cap; RBC intake manifold; Hondata intake manifold gasket; wire tuck
Drive train: Hasport K-swap axles, Exedy stage 2 clutch
Engine management: Mugen N1 ECU
Suspension: Megan racing type race coilovers; SRR rear lower control arms; Comptech rear sway bar, rear sub frame kit, end links; ARP extended wheel studs; Blox rear camber kit; Brembo slotted rotors; Hawk pads; Carbing 3-point front strut tower bar; Cusco 6-point roll cage; Next Miracle X bar type II w/butterfly optional sections
Brakes: Spoon Sports callipers
Wheels and tyres: 16X7 +42 Rio Yellow Volk TE37 wrapped in General Tires; 16X7.5 +35 Super Advan SA3R wrapped in Falken Azenis RT-615;16X7 +35 Regamaster Evo Final Version wrapped in Falken Azenis RT-615
Exterior: Du-Pont Chroma Primier Y56 Sunlight yellow paint; Sard air duct; J’s Racing canards; GReddy front lip (logo shaved); shaved antenna; USDM fenders; battery post mounted in taillight; Spoon Sports mirrors; Bomex wing; VIS carbon- fibre hood, carbon-fibre tailgate; roof painted centari black; JDM optional window visors, rear hatch glass visors; JDM clock badge, centre number badge, rear registration badge; ARC side spoilers
Interior: CTR optional column light; S2000 shift knob; Mugen floor plate, dead pedal, pedals, ECU stay, fuel kill switch; F1 spec seat rails; SRR harnesses; Bride carbon kevlar Maxis II (driver), Zeta II (passenger)
Ice: Pioneer source unit; OEM Gathers speakers
Source [Super Street Online]
Skunk2 Racing Pro “C” Coilover Kit 1994-01 Acura Integra (NON TYPE R) / 1992-95 Honda Civic (ALL MODELS)
Product Features – Adjustable ride height, Fixed valving and Designed for all 1994-01 Acura Integra (NON TYPE R) / 1992-95 Honda Civic (ALL MODELS)
Product Description – Skunk2 PRO-C Coilovers feature the latest advanced shock technology and a carefully designed dampening curve for a shock that dramatically improves handling. The Skunk2 PRO-C Coilovers feature an adjustable mono-tube design with an oversized, micro-polished, hardened steel shaft and piston with a precision honed internal bore and low friction triple seal resulting in an extremely responsive and durable coilover. Each PRO-C kit features precise 12-way adjustable valving and one-piece forged shock body for added strength and reliability. Skunk2 PRO-C Coilovers feature shortened shock bodies and shafts to maintain proper suspension travel on lowered vehicles and are adjustable to allow height adjustments without affecting pre-load. Included with the Skunk2 PRO-C Coilovers are either CNC-Machined camber plates with spherical bearings or top mounts with polyurethane bushings (depending on application). With Skunk2 Coilovers, enthusiasts can quickly and precisely set adjustments to improve the vehicles handling, response, cornering, stability and balance.
Priced at $1,139.99
Source [Amazon]
The Honda Civic & Type R: High-Performance Manual (Speedpro) (Paperback)
Product Description – Honda’s irrepressible Civic has quickly bounded up the sales charts to become the UK’s best selling hot-hatch. This indispensable book guides both experts and novices alike through the minefield of tuning options available for this capable car. In addition to comprehensive product and fitting guidance, the book also analyses the dynamic effect of each modification, ensuring that you get the best bang for your buck. All areas of improvement are covered, including wheels and tyres, suspension and chassis, engine and exhaust tuning, induction setup and cam fitment. In addition, the black art of ECU tuning is examined in detail and braking systems, car and driver setup and track day techniques are also covered. With clear colour photography throughout, the Honda Civic Tuning Guide offers unrivalled access to the development program of many major aftermarket manufacturers and tuners, revealing the testing process behind some of the greatest names in the business. If you own an FN2 Honda Civic, or are thinking of buying one, make sure you have this book!
Book Description – Guides both novices and experienced tuners through the bewildering array of tuning options for Honda’s 2007-on (FN2/eighth generation) Civic. With chapters outlining chassis and engine setup, track day preparation and driving techniques – and superbly clear component fitting instructions – it’s an indispensable guide to owning, driving and tuning the Honda Civic and Civic Type R.
Priced at $26.37
Source [Amazon]
