honda civic shuttle/wagon

[dove grey 64]

Yeah yeah have a laugh, actively looking for a 4th gen civic wagon. Must be the 4wd/awd version in manual. Any state.
Cant post pics from my phone but looks like a turd on wheels....sort of like inspector gadgets car too I guess.
Maybe your nan has one. I want it. The car, not your nan

[Konakid]

I actually saw my first one in adelaide a few days ago driven by some old bastard, 80's model, cool shit.

[dove grey 64]

i know of one in springvale melb, found out who owns it too.
going to see if he'll sell it.
due to overwhelming interest shown by all here is some pics for you to enjoy
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5043/5342256898_2bc5a11ddc_o.jpg
http://www.loxlee-loves-engines.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Honda-civic-shuttle-camber.jpg
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8215/8312912366_73727a3b17_o.jpg

[dove grey 64]

skip to 1:50 to see some action

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7ZzqBPz4sY

[Konakid]

ohhhhh dem southern ways mesh middle pic

[mcBen]

Agreed these are dope

[joeschmo_57]

Dopest

[dove grey 64]

Has a d series motor, bulletproof.
Can slap in a b series motor easy.
Good on fuel and a billion 3rd gen civics at the wrecker for parts.
There is one for $500 on ebay at the moment but its fwd and auto.
Missed out on this one, sold ages ago the seller said, pissed it still listed
http://www.tradingpost.com.au/Automotive/Cars/Cars-For-Sale-/HONDA/CIVIC/1985-HONDA-CIVIC-4D-WAGON/Liverpool/NSW/AdNumber=TP005509609

[dove grey 64]

Well good news, spoke to the owner of the civic wagon in springvale and its as good as mine.
Its a six speed, 5+low range, mechanically perfect but the body and interior are pretty fucked. No biggie as I like shitters.
Has rego till may, I'll put up pics later. I'll also move this thread

[ke_70_blue]

Video is Rad!! and so are these :)

[Gear-head]

Hey found a red one http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Honda-Civic-Wagon-1984-/321204124928?pt=AU_Cars&hash=item4ac941fd00&_uhb=1

[dove grey 64]

Thanks james, that one has been on gumtree and ebay for a while, being fwd and auto means its only good for panels and interior though.
Pretty good though, one owner and honda service books.
I've been low balling the owner for $200, she'll take $400. No dice lol

[dove grey 64]

Can't wait to pick up the wagon, supposedly eg coilovers fit, will have to see if shockworks have some suspension to suit

[dove grey 64]

When it rains.......
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1988-Honda-Civic-RTX-Realtime-AWD-Wagon-2-seat-Dual-Carb-Sunroof-/271277668295?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f2968b7c7&_uhb=1
Cheap start price, somebody buy it. Heaps better condition then my one

[joeschmo_57]

Also has the better rear window.

[joeschmo_57]

In my rad I can see the maroon one with some 14x9.5 work equips.

[dove grey 64]

Picking this baby up on Saturday.

[mcBen]

B20b swap! Honda engines are seriously fun

[josh.]

Buy my dc2r and put the engine in this! Hahaha these are awesome cars

[dove grey 64]

Hah engine swap can wait. This baby has a sohc 16v 1.5l motor with twin computer controlled carbs pumping out 106hp at 6700rpm lol. Just read up that evo 8 seats bolt straight in ;)
Motor already has 450k on it and blows no smoke, runs smooth as. Would love to see how long it lasts.
ill fix up the interior and exterior, rims and suspension.
i still have the ae86 to get my drivers car fix, best thing to improve the feel of your ae86 is have a slower 2nd car

[mcBen]

Is that the d15b..2/3? Fun begins at 3500 rpm ;)

[dove grey 64]

I wish. I read up about that motor with 3stage vtec
Goes from running 8v to 12v then 16v throughout the range right?
I still think its odd being 16v and single cam

[dove grey 64]

Acquired it today. Really easy to drive and nice and quiet. I'll get some pics

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/539203.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514574.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514575.jpg
bit rough but cant complain with the price i paid for it, has 6 months rego aswell

[mcBen]

I think the D15b is the three stage one, D15b3 is non-vtec I believe. Still has poke though. Looks solid, what are your first plans?

Also lols just noticed groceries in the first picture, way to conform

[dove grey 64]

hah,first plan is baby seat in the back (got one in my ae86 aswell, never been pulled over lol)
fit nardi wheel, get some 4x114.3 to 4x100 adapters and fit some meshies, cut springs or sort out some kind of suspension, get started on neutralizing rust and do bits of bodywork here and there, nothing drastic
also keep an eye out for some cheap evo recaros or new 86 seats and get them in.

[dove grey 64]

and remove nudge bar....

[mcBen]

Nice nice, Skunk2 suspension stuff is good value, all the American guys run it. Any plans for motor? I've heard the Sohc is good for turbo applications due to the rhythm of the exhaust or some shit. Also non-vtec so it would have a good comp ratio for it..

[dove grey 64]

Discovered a full set of factory floor mats underneath some generic aftermarket one. Bonus
Also removed nudge bar.
Suspension wise I had a look and the rear end seems to have some sort of adjustable shocks.
If I was getting coil overs id stick with shockworks to be honest. They make stuff that suits our roads well plus the after sales support being local etc

[joeschmo_57]

Would a k swap be hard? I mean it is still like a regular civic in the front yeah?

[Jdm-Mcc]

Never knew these were awd, cool.

[dove grey 64]

One dude in the us runs a k24? I thinks thats what it's called. Said you just need mounts and transfer case off a crv

[Jdm-Mcc]

A mate of mine has a k24a in his DC5 integra, its ridiculous.

[dove grey 64]

I'll have to youtube it, not familiar with honda motors other then f20c and b series

[dove grey 64]

Did some rust treating and fitted nardi.

[dove grey 64]

Replaced factory speakers and gave it a big clean out. Interior is in pretty good condition.
Has one of those jdm air purifier things mounted in the center of the roof with funky green interior lights

[dove grey 64]

so back to the civic.
when i first got it
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514575.jpg
nudge bar first to come off
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514723.jpg
was raining at work so i rubbed it down with some foam ;) probably the first "wash" its had in over 10 years
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514724.jpg
rear struts appear to be gab adjustable?
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514725.jpg
fitted nardi, nardi horn button wouldnt fit in the bosskit that came with the car so mugen it is for now
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514726.jpg
love how the factory sunroof has a old school gold tint to it, wish i could get the windows done to match
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514727.jpg
interior is pretty good
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514728.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514729.jpg
got to have new balance kicks =)
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514730.jpg
next up get some 4x100 to 4x114.3 adapters so i can chuck some meshies on

[dove grey 64]

fixed up a nardi that was given to me, was starting to expand and leather was wearing out.
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514742.jpg
all better now, excuse the seat cover and rubber floor mats,rubber matts are protecting the factory floor mats came with the car.

[mcBen]

What's with the angle of the steering wheel?

[d1staz]

What style New Balance are they?

[dove grey 64]

577.
i collect 574,576 and 577.
the wife got me those online from the uk.

[dove grey 64]

What's with the angle of the steering wheel?
dont know really, its ment to have a column with tilt but i cant seem to get it to come down. kinda like driving a van at the moment but i dont mind it

[joeschmo_57]

I don't get how it accidentally has GAB adjustables in it..... Score

[dove grey 64]

Had it up on the hoist last night and underneath is really clean. No rust and dings
Just needs a drivers side front bearing as there is free play in the hub. Might be a loose cv nut. Didnt have time to check
Yeah pretty happy with the shocks but will still end up getting shockworks eventually, actually handles well even with mainly stock setup and really old chalky tyres

[dove grey 64]

Cleaned out carbs, pushed wheel well back into shape with a bottle jack and timber.
:)

[drift kid]

Saw this the other day, was it you?

[dove grey 64]

Hah. No. But similar ride height at the moment

[drift kid]

Haha, but in all seriousness it's looking good dude :)

[dove grey 64]

Fitted Broadway mirror and degreased engine bay.
Had some delivery driver give me shit about the car while I was pulling off a wheel off to inspect the brakes and front end.
Nice to know its not appealing to bogans :)

[dove grey 64]

Haha, but in all seriousness it's looking good dude :)

The interior is pretty good but the outside looks worse then it comes up in pics.
im not really fussed though. I was after a car that I could enjoy and not care much about so this fit the bill perfectly.
Im pretty smitten with it though but I dont want this to be a concourse build or anything. Just having some fun

[Seventy]

Hahahaha please lift it and put big wheels on

[dove grey 64]

broadway... love them mirrors
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/514849.jpg

[dove grey 64]

Mint white one on eBay in Melbourne right now. Fml

[dove grey 64]

This one might be up for sale shortly depending on what happens tomorrow. Any eoi's? :)

[dove grey 64]

http://www.speedhunters.com/2010/11/car_feature_gt_gt_bisimoto_civic_wagon/

Wtf

[dove grey 64]

Re welded cracked drivers seat back rest today. No more lean back douche driving position lol
Also pre fitted my meshies that haven't been re drilled yet to see how they would fit if I used 15mm adapters.....no go. Around 1" poke. So I'll have to re drill them

[dove grey 64]

few updates, scored some racing hart cp's in 14x6.5" +35 4x100pcd. sit well in the front BUT its just a pair, good luck finding another pair =(
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515925.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515926.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515927.jpg
retrimmed my sad looking center console, apparently these are extremely rare which is pretty cool, seems like this wagon was fully optioned with all the good stuff like rear center brake light, power steering, air con etc.
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515928.jpg
made my lower console insert usable again, previous owner cut out the ash tray and lighter part to fit a double din....
so i went to the wreckers and got another insert from a 89 civic sedan, turned out to be completely different even though it looked the same. so i cut the bits out of the sedan insert and glued them to the remaining wagon insert, if you thought old toyota parts are hard to come by its nothing compared to this. pretty much everything in a wagon is wagon specific, even the bonnet is shorter on a wagon.
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515929.jpg
finally spoke to the wheel engineering place stonestar in dingley and got some good news, my heros mesh can be redrilled to 4x100, so that'll be happening next week.
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515930.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515931.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515932.jpg
best till last, got a front lip off a mate =). makes the front end look heaps better.
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515933.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515934.jpg
now to just get wheels fitted and some suspension, eg/ek suspension can fit in these so if this thread gets enough views and mods are eligible to win some shockworks my beater civic wagon could look a bit more like this
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/515935.jpg
still hunting for some recaros and window visors.
getting some donated roof racks, undecided on running a roof fairing. thoughts?

[haldz]

Man cool shuttle i went crazy looking for one of these a few years ago never found one so i got a ke
Great job man looking good

[dove grey 64]

thanks haldun, i cant say i was always keen on these but in recent years i came to have a keen appreciation to cars that look a bit different
and when i finally started seeing some cool pics online of how these can look with a few bits done interest grew, then finding out there was a rare 4wd version sealed it for me, i was actually looking for a ae95r wagon after seeing mick mcgrah's awesome wagon but civic wagons appealed to me more i guess,then the hunt began...then remembered i kept seeing this one parked at springvale station for the last 11 years.
i still drive it to the last owners workshop to say hi, he's happy somebody is taking more care of it.

[haldz]

Good stuff. there was a white one i kept seeing drive past my house could never track it down. know im after a 60s beetle

[dove grey 64]

Beetles are cool too. Nearly bought one 12 years ago when I got frustrated when I couldn't find a mini

[dove grey 64]

fitted roof racks today, came off a legacy/liberty. cut 65mm off the ends so they didnt stick out of the roof too much. probably going to make my own roof fairing as im a cheap arse with fabrication skills ;)
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516029.jpg
dropping wheels off tomorrow for re-drilling. need to address ride height next. dont want it to low, about 20mm lower in the rear and 50mm lower in the front
i like the ride height of this wagon
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516030.jpg
nice jdm brochure
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516031.jpg

[dove grey 64]

heaps of guys get the above stock steelies and widen them and mount the 14" centers into 15" hoops.
like this
http://honda-tech.com/picture.php?albumid=34864&pictureid=87151
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516033.jpg

[drift kid]

Those steelies do look cool, seems like lots of work for steel wheels though

[dove grey 64]

i agree, considering you can get dynamic 15x8 zeros for $69 new i wouldnt bother modifying the stockies
http://carjunkies.files.wordpress.com/2011/06/wagonmeet4-2-11009.jpg?w=950&h=712

[joeschmo_57]

Those widened steelies do look pretty awesome though....

Like the csx ae71 steelies when widened

[dove grey 64]

check these RARE parts
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516051.jpg

[dove grey 64]

dropped off wheels today for re drilling, should be ready thursday/friday.
hopefully that goes well, if they do a good job i'll update the recommended services page with their contact details

[dove grey 64]

my wife made me another luck charm, this time to suit the wagon
thinking she should start making these on the side.
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516069.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516070.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516071.jpg

[McLEVIN]

check these RARE parts
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516051.jpg

Back when optional extras were just that...not shit that should be included anyway like you get with a new car now.

[dove grey 64]

^^ so true. Manufacturers dont put in the effort these days

[dove grey 64]

picking wheels tomorrow, pics as soon as that happens.
just wanted say a big thanks to both members and visitors for checking out the page and giving this unique car a chance to have some quality suspension. big thanks also ae86dc and shockworks for putting up such a great giveaway.
many plans for this little wagon, stay tuned to see what they are

[dove grey 64]

just ordered some bronze window tint off ebay
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/forums/showthread.php/79002-honda-civic-shuttle-wagon

civics had a bronze tint option from factory, hard to make out in this pic
http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/1944/2181/29858590003_large.jpg

hoping it will be more like this
http://garageworksonline.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/specialty-tint-2.jpg

should match the factory bronze moon roof tint
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/514727.jpg
im not big into dark window tints on older cars, always liked seeing imported jdm cars with unique window tints from japan. so bronze is on the cards

[dove grey 64]

Well test fitted the rims...bit of fail happening
Going to need a 5mm slip on spacer up front to clear the calipers and the rear wheel (14x7 + 2) pokes around a inch and a half past the guard lol
Needs camber kit and low plus a pull and roll.
I'd been checking out other wagons fitments and guys are saying 15x8 zeros go on easy......
Going over to a mates place tonight to see what we can work out. Pics to come when im back on the pc

[dove grey 64]

Might have to see how some bolt on flares would look, dont want to run max boso camber. Not big into tyre tucking

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522800.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516131.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516132.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516133.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516134.jpg

so the rear will need a camber kit and a lip roll, fronts need camber arms and guard pull and roll.
do-able but not a quickly as i'd hoped

[geoff]

How much was it to redrill the wheels?

[Jimmee1990]

Looks like it will need a lot of camber, you sure just a roll? I'm reasonable at flaring metal guards if you wanted to give it a go?

[dove grey 64]

Geoff $50 per wheel. With new inserts. They charge $30 per wheel for just a standard redrill.
James, by all means have a go, chris and I have both done it before but it'll be one of those get together and muck around days so the more the merrier

[dove grey 64]

I think neg 1 rear and 1.5 on the front with a roll could sort it out

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522805.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516145.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516146.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516147.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516148.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516149.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516150.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516151.jpg
so even with the 6.5" mesh on the rear it still pokes,not bad though. 14x6.5" +35 hart cp's are dead flush on the front.
might run it like this till i can sort out camber bits.
need some of these for the rear
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTEzOFgxNjAw/$(KGrHqZ,!h!FC1CY,-T6BQ93ElIRyg~~60_35.JPG

[dove grey 64]

Classic japan was awesome this year. Gwyn from grip shift slide had his immaculate civic wagon at the show. Bit sad I couldn't drive both my ae86 and civic. Hopefully everything comes together on this and it'll be at next years show.
Amazing how many people have never seen one of these before

[dove grey 64]

Also removed roof racks, will leave in the boot for use when needed.
Was looking a bit cluttered and with the extra drag it was using more petrol. Normally averages around 550-600ish k's per 45l tank full. With roof racks on it dropped to 475ks per tank.
Still haven't serviced it yet, wonder how old the plugs are

[dove grey 64]

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wkKr8dYrLQ4/UBZEZvpeisI/AAAAAAAAB_M/7E1c2GwVY3M/s1600/74455558_org-v1304372106.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://www.speedhunters.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/wago.jpg
http://nevertoolow.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/american-market-honda-civic-wagon.jpg
http://ekhatch.files.wordpress.com/2009/05/wagon-1.jpg
http://flatbrokestatus.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/civic_wagon2.jpg
http://ekhatch.files.wordpress.com/2009/05/img00111nd1.jpg
http://worldcarslist.com/images/honda/honda-civic-shuttle-55x/honda-civic-shuttle-55x-04.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5fEIQ3tp2MA/UBZEjhjrhJI/AAAAAAAACAM/DuJjlIzV5MM/s1600/ef-shuttle-4.jpg
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5290/5321750975_7aba5159bc_o.jpg
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5005/5342257450_d972a45931_o.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://www.stancenation.com/2011/01/03/japans-dope-shuttles-part-1/

^^ nice feature from japan

[drift kid]

THIS


http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5fEIQ3tp2MA/UBZEjhjrhJI/AAAAAAAACAM/DuJjlIzV5MM/s1600/ef-shuttle-4.jpg

[dove grey 64]

Thinking of running all 4 meshies and some of that 4wd rubber guard stuff rocket bunny style for now to conceal the poke until I can suss out the camber etc

[dove grey 64]

Yes ben I agree :)

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/539306.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516193.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516194.jpg
http://ekhatch.files.wordpress.com/2009/11/wagovanon16x10.jpg
^^ 16x10"

[Matt]

That is one fully stanced wagon...

[dove grey 64]

still looks functional though. 10" wide is full on.
air con compressor is dead, clutch not engaging right and arc's. trips the condenser fan fuse.
not a big deal, should be easy to replace and i get to flush out the cooling system while im there.
also got bumpers sitting better today after giving them a good pull, forgot to take pics though

[dove grey 64]

good video showing nice angles of a shuttle on the road, just mute it unless your into dubstep


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3GJysoE0Dg

[dove grey 64]

Bronze window tint turned up, can't wait to have a go applying it :/
Should look good though. F'n old school :)

[dove grey 64]

thinking about this color for the wagon, reason being it'll look good with the bronze tint and gold meshies, also it wont clash in a bad way with the current wine red engine bay
opinions?
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516275.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/1970minik/media/960182_622024301187630_643639643_n_zps045af43f.jpg .html)

[drift kid]

I rekn that you have hit the nail on the head my friend, will work very well

[dove grey 64]

hows this, i have two driveways at my house, bottom one is pretty steep, off camber and covered in slippery green moss.
the forester gt cant make it up there, no idea why just wheel spins.
the civic made it up with ease, did not slip once. :cool:

[drift kid]

Because vtec yo

[dove grey 64]

Because vtec yo
I wish mang, NA turbo lag sounds good to me.
Nah seriously off cams economy and on cams performance isnt a bad thing.
Been offered a d16y1 with 120k on the clock for $120 complete. Might sell a few ae86 bits and buy it as a spare incase this motor shits itself. Half a million k's unopened so far though and still going strong.

[dove grey 64]

^d16y1 is a 1.6 vtec sohc motor

[dove grey 64]

gwyn from grip shift slide's immaculate wagon
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516325.jpg

[dove grey 64]

this is niiiiiiccceeeeeee
http://deebee8ahh.files.wordpress.com/2010/08/img_6457_org.jpg

[benzo]

I think you'll be surprised how much better the wheels will fit when you lower it.

[dove grey 64]

i think your right benzo, some honda guys told me they naturally get a bit more camber when lowering so im investing in some "makita" coils next week, always on sale. dirt cheap
=)

[drift kid]

Makita do a mean coil

[dove grey 64]

Springs happening tomorrow. Pretty excited.

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/539317.jpg
double bed and a kitchen
http://ekhatch.files.wordpress.com/2009/07/ia016.jpg
http://www.sub5zero.com/sites/default/files/uploads/2011/01/Civic%20Wagon%20Camper.jpg

[drift kid]

Wtffff

[dove grey 64]

One way of using a spare shell.
Seen the new wagon attack 3 video on youtube? Heartbreaking stuff

[dove grey 64]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGoOTr3Ioe0

[dove grey 64]

changed ac compressor today, scored a free one from the previous owner =).
as soon as i started un doing the radiators inlet hose clamp i knew the 500,000k plastic was going to crack and sure enough it did. quick trip up the rd had another radiator for $80
changed compressors, re gassed, new coolant and all done. total cost $80.
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516429.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/516430.jpg
no makita coils yet, next on the cards though

[drift kid]

M8 get yoor priorityes rite, cut them springs or gtfo

[dove grey 64]

hah i know, last chance i had to get my ac sorted before my mates workshop shuts down for christmas.

[dove grey 64]

Hey benzo I read more into it and alot of people dont recommend using camber arms etc, saying that it will develop its own camber when lowered, things to keep an eye on are the toe in/out specs which are adjustable on these model civics.
Did you have experience with this or just an educated guess?

[dove grey 64]

the shit i would do for these
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/templestowe/wheels-tyres-rims/speed-star-racing-mk-iii-14x7-25c-12b-4x100-wheels-jdm-rays-ssr/1034347225
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTAxNVg5MDA=/z/MQAAAOxyOlhSrucE/$_20.JPG

[drift kid]

They would look gooood

[dove grey 64]

Been buying some parts off trademe.co.nz for this as nz got quite a few of them. Cant go wrong with a spare set of tail lights for $20.
Would like to get seats but shipping kills the bargains. Shame because you can get a pair of ls recaros for $30 nzd!
We need someone over there that can pack a bunch of seats on a pallet and send them over in a container

[dove grey 64]

chopped. still captive though. i wouldnt go any lower on current setup, if i had coilovers then yeah...more low
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522850.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522851.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522852.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522853.jpg

[dove grey 64]

Next up fit all mesh and start pumping.then tint.
Like ben said. Get my priorities right.
Thanks to all the vistors for the views, hope your enjoying the progress. Keep checking back

[drift kid]

Looks good, needs a little more stretch and low for the win!

[dove grey 64]

i agree,bit more stretch could help but these are brand new re001s, whole point was not needing to buy other tyres =(
will be borrowing a mates guard roller next week. another bummer is i fitted 5mm spacers to the front to clear the calipers, drivers side just clears but the passenger side still just touches....? so will need bigger spacers. depending on final ride height i may need to get camber arms, stock stuff gives pretty good camber when slammed but as im not going for made tyre tuck i might need some aftermarket stuff to dial in a bit more.
on the plus side removing the preload part from the springs has made it handle better. now some pics
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522882.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522883.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522884.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522885.jpg
mud guard 40mm off ground ;P
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522886.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522887.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522888.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522889.jpg
and one of my shuttle bro's in japans ride
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/522890.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3757/11418181135_c94c8038a1_c.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3772/11418181475_eab0507d17_c.jpg

[dove grey 64]

i recommend checking out his blog if your into classic cars/skate boarding/ bikes.
pretty cool seeing how its done in japan
http://nfkffnfk.blogspot.jp/search?updated-min=2013-01-01T00:00:00%2B09:00&updated-max=2014-01-01T00:00:00%2B09:00&max-results=50

[dove grey 64]

Just scored a interior clock with unbroken flap thing from pick a park to replace mine. Pretty hard finding these unbroken, even better it was $10
Also grabbed some bulbs ti properly illuminate my heater/air con panel. Always shit me the top sliders didnt light up like the bottom does.
Picking up a guard roller today aswell

[drift kid]

Sounds like big things are on the horizon

[Jimmee1990]

Saw this today, will look awesome with more camber and meshies all round.

[dove grey 64]

Saw this today, will look awesome with more camber and meshies all round.

Thanks james. Was good seeing a man of your height squeeze in lol.
Im going to be tinting the windows in the next couple of days, doing some house jobs that have got in the way :(. Definitely want to do more stuff on this before I have to go back to work on the 6th

[Jimmee1990]

Just read an old article on the Bisimoto Civic wagon, same front lip and everything. Apparently makes 600+ hp, would make an awesome sleeper.
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/7/8/0/8/523161.jpg (http://s1078.photobucket.com/user/Jimmee1990/media/img_0150_bisimoto_ef_civic_wagovan_copy.jpg.html)

[dove grey 64]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84LmN-2AUXI
shame he didnt use a rt4wd model

[drift kid]

Yeah, thing is INSANE

[dove grey 64]

didnt quite get the chance to tint my windows yet on my holidays, did manage to straighten out my rear bar though. bumper reo was all bent up and not supporting the bar correctly which let it sag in spots over time. didn't get any good pics
these guys have been hanging out a bit lately
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523215.jpg

looks better but still far from perfect, suits the car i guess :embarassed:
changed lights in the heater control and fitted new clock, looks like this
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523216.jpg
also gave the meshies a quick respray just to color match the new steel inserts.
picked up a guard roller but cant use it as this thing is 4wd, if one wheel is lifted and the 3 other are on the ground the lifted wheel wont spin without engaging the others.
so it needs to be on a hoist or car stands at least.
dont want to do too much guard work until i work out the final ride height

[dove grey 64]

well i thought i had fitment issues.....
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523334.jpg

[drift kid]

Hahahaha that thing's sick!

[dove grey 64]

First attempt at window tinting today, failed.
Heat shrinking/shaping went well but I found the hardest part was getting the glass clean and lint free to be the hardest part
Anyone here a pro and up for a cashie?

[dove grey 64]

had another crack, used proper cleaning application stuff, went better but still more then i can handle.
piss easy on a subaru with frame less doors, this wagon has heaps of shape in the glass.
<defeated

[drift kid]

Sadface

[dove grey 64]

All good, it'll happen but not by my hands.
No tint is better then a shit tint job.
In better news got some overnight parts from nz.
Finally scored a replacement center lower console insert. Its got a 4 pin plug on the back so im guessing it has a light for the ashtray compartment. Need to change my loom (2pin plug) to suit that.
I'll get some pics together

[HaydenW]

had another crack, used proper cleaning application stuff, went better but still more then i can handle.
piss easy on a subaru with frame less doors, this wagon has heaps of shape in the glass.
<defeated


Just a suggestion that you may already know.

Over the years i have found that a light misting of soapy water to the clean glass surface allows you to reposition tints on the glass.

And generally fiddle with the fit once your happy run a squeegee over the tint to expel the water (it wont stick until the water is removed)

and its good to see some Honda love on hear

[dove grey 64]

Thanks for the tips hayden.
First go was with soapy tap water with bad results, read up kmore and people said no more tears baby shampoo with distilled water must be used. Did that and was heaps better.
Wasnt having issuea with that bit, was awkward with the trimming on edges bit, I had to heat shrink every window, even that bit went well. The hard card I was using was scratching the tint and I was trying things like a micro fibre cloth over it etc.
Too hard basket. Like I said, a subaru would be a walk in the park with frame less doors

[HaydenW]

no problem
a real squeegee works better then a card as its made of rubber and designed not to scratch but i defiantly understand tints going in the to hard basket especially considering its not that expensive to have done

[dove grey 64]

Got a replacement insert from nz
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140106_133822_zpsad45ad2f.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140107_110021_zpsd6902dc3.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140107_105918_zpscee4959e.jpg
Proof of my failed attempt. Didnt get pics of the other windows

[haldz]

Whats the sl gear?

[dove grey 64]

Slow...lol
Its actually super low. Max speed is like 5-10kmph in that gear. Good for snow, gravel and sand

[haldz]

Thats sick
Its looking good too

[dove grey 64]

Cheers mang, technically a 6speed box. Not bad for a shitter :)

[dove grey 64]

Scored some new leads today. Thanks pick a part
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140110_115335_zps03158c6a.jpg

[drift kid]

Winner!

[dove grey 64]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140110_114701_zpsf07f179b.jpg
This was what I was dealing with
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140103_163030_zpsfa7a76ae.jpg
I'll take a pic of how it is now in an hour

[dove grey 64]

Winner!

I f'n hope so. This needs good suspension
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20131225_092003_zps121ae690.jpg
Somebody with photochop skills please drop it lower

[dove grey 64]

love these press release/ brochure pics
http://img.netcarshow.com/Honda-Civic_Wagon_1990_1600x1200_wallpaper_04.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7429/8725293061_c066cba275_o.jpg

[dove grey 64]

End result on the rear bumper. Not perfect but sits better. Trying to find out if hatchback bar mounts are the same but not many other people in Australia have wagons so its a bit tricky getting info.
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140112_102538_zpsee7f77a5.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/539422.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523529.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523530.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/539423.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/539424.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523531.jpg
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8014/7133809183_d3ef9f9b06_c.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7122/7154575142_a624e8366c_z.jpg
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8015/7253905392_3b77e0fc76_b.jpg
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5076/7005060218_57e42d86e8_c.jpg

[dove grey 64]

such amaze.
where's pecky? this thread has unicorns everywhere

[Konakid]

How did you remould the plastic bumper man? heat gun and lengths of wood and clamps or something? That white one looks so good

[dove grey 64]

Staightened out the support bar with force.
Turned the bumper upside down and got the heat gun onto it from the inside then quenched it with cold water.
The support and bumper skin have a interlocking groove so if I straighten the support more im sure the skin would look better.

[drift kid]

I just decided for you, you're getting meisters

[dove grey 64]

So many nice wheel combos.
I'd go with some mk3's if this was a no budget build

[dove grey 64]

How did you remould the plastic bumper man? heat gun and lengths of wood and clamps or something? That white one looks so good

Totally forgot about using timber with clamps. Might have another crack soon.
There is another bumper for sale on trademe at the moment for $40. Due to the size it might be hard to post though. In a dream scenario I'd find a parts car for $300 in victoria. Keep scouring the web everyday trying to find anything for this. Been offered a d16a8 which is a 1.6 dohc 16v, pretty much the early version of the b16a.
You can run these on twin carbs, so less hassle then anything efi.
Or then there is the minime swap which is a sohc vtec d16 head onto the stock D15b4 block.

http://youtu.be/PBYmeFki0Q8
Speedo is in miles

[joeschmo_57]

That's ridic! That would be a cheap swap too

[dove grey 64]

Yeah not bad considering its a 1.5 twin carb sohc vtec.
My mechanic advised against the d16a8 dohc, not a direct bolt up to the stock carbs and heaps of wiring.
So keeping an eye out for a zc sohc vtec as in the above video. The only mods needed is a vtec relay.
Think I'll get back on track with some body work and suspension.
Need to do something about the lifting clear coat on the bonnet and roof. Also fix the passenger side rear quarter next up I think

[dove grey 64]

Rwd uk diy panno. Remove front shafts and weld rear diff
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz51/drift-inc/Screenshot_2012-10-11-06-59-35.png
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz51/drift-inc/IMG_20121008_200428.jpg
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz51/drift-inc/Honda%20wagovan%20rwd%202012/photo-12.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz51/drift-inc/Honda%20wagovan%20rwd%202012/20120907_163634.jpg
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz51/drift-inc/Honda%20wagovan%20rwd%202012/export_01.png

[drift kid]

Hahaha that's sick

[dove grey 64]

http://youtu.be/84Um-7TfwNk
Not bad for a stock setup with a turbo straped on, using 92 octane fuel :/

[Seventy]

Hahaha so good

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523752.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523755.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523756.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523757.jpg

[drift kid]

<3 This

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523753.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523758.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523759.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523760.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523761.jpg

[dove grey 64]

<3 This

<3 you, thanks for the support mang

[Water Boy]

Olinda look out. Live riding my mountain bike in there!

[dove grey 64]

5 mins from mine. 2 if im in the 86

[drift kid]

All good man, I have a big soft spot for early hondas ^_^

[dove grey 64]

Yeah ed/ef hondas have grown on me heaps since I got this. Love the front end.
The sedans have a nice shape too. You could get a concerto with the 4wd drive train aswell. Few dudes have fitted the running gear to hatches aswell.
So when I took this out last night for pics I had a mad screeching noise when I pressed in the clutch, but the only evidence of weird shit happening under the bonnet was my power steering reservoir was spilling out of the top.
Screech sounded like pwr steering belt, but only happened with the clutch pushed in.... wtf is happening there

[Jimmee1990]

Release bearing may have crapped itself?

[dove grey 64]

Could be. Come around later if your keen to have a look.
Just odd that it only screeches when the clutch is engaged. Otherwise steering feels fine.
Im not up for a new clutch yet but im pretty sure the thrust bearing wasnt changed last time as it was always a bit noisy and the rear main seal had a leak apparently.
James could you get me a clutch kit price please?

[drift kid]

My dad is about to take our old concerto to scrap :( nobody will buy it

[dove grey 64]

My dad is about to take our old concerto to scrap :( nobody will buy it
http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/500x/37867632.jpg
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_Concerto
Thats a Bummer. Nice history behind them.
What are your concertos specs? 4wd 1.6?

[drift kid]

Fwd 1.6 efi

[dove grey 64]

Damn. Engine would be good for a swap.
Whats the scrap value of cars anyway?

[drift kid]

I think he said he'll get $100, the motors mint, just needs new radiator

[dove grey 64]

Ben I'll send you a pm. I'll find a buyer and if not see if I can grab some parts.
Cant stand cars going to waste

[dove grey 64]

In other news, clutch kit ordered, lets see how bad it'll be to change it. The only workshop manuals I can find are in Russian, no good for me.
I'll do a how to as I can't find anything else on the net. Ahh wagon love

[dove grey 64]

http://rs12.pbsrc.com/albums/a226/1970minik/20140122_1952162_zps82999b17.jpg~320x480
http://rs12.pbsrc.com/albums/a226/1970minik/20140122_195433_zps6293f934.jpg~320x480
^ original motor, never opened. Says alot for d series reliability.

[drift kid]

Hahah the only workshop manuals I can find for the hilux are russian too! :P

[dove grey 64]

Hahah the only workshop manuals I can find for the hilux are russian too! :P

In soviet Russia we do own work fucking! Lol

[dove grey 64]

http://youtu.be/BivhS5-DYBM
Some fun in the snow

[dove grey 64]

kkkkkk so, some bearing has seized. im pretty sure its the input shaft bearing, been searching and searching and cant get any proper part numbers.
does anyone know if americans call input shaft bearings throwout bearings?

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10201895516283412&amp;l=150850961285678585 2
noise occurs when clutch is pressed in

[dove grey 64]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Eu7dNxtu2U&feature=youtube_gdata_player

[drift kid]

Pretty sure throw out is same as thrust bearing, but I am no mechanic

[dove grey 64]

I think your right ben. It has to be the input shaft bearing as the previous owner said it was worn.

Trouble is finding the part number.
Searching around the web just makes stuff more confusing, reports of 88 and 89 models having different spline counts by one tooth, this cars build date is late 88 but was sold as an 89.
Might just have to take out the old and measure it up.

[sailor]

gotta get me one of these bangers! nice car btw

[dove grey 64]

gotta get me one of these bangers! nice car btw

Thanks man, need to find more of them.
I think they were sold here from 89-91, but I only know 3 people in melb with civic wagons.
James has seen 2 others.
There has to be more then 6 left in victoria.
Im also curious to know if they sold the fwd version here as all I find are rt4wd models.
If I find any for sale I'll link it here

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/539436.jpg
another shot where you can see the air purifier better
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523837.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523838.jpg
i've read up that these under seat trays are quite a rare and sought after factory option
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523839.jpg

[dove grey 64]

oh yeah, that uk spec rwd civic panno is up for sale, 800 pounds
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Honda-civic-shuttle-rwd-drift-spec-/271378223198?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3f2f67105e

[drift kid]

Lol that's very cheap

[dove grey 64]

About $1518 aud.
I cant believe it passed mot.
Would also have been cool if hatch doors were used, being longer.
Lots of work though.
There is a few youtube vids of this thing in action. Really needed a decent turbo to make good smoke

[drift kid]

Yeah definitely

[dove grey 64]

Beagles are the top model from what I can work out.
Sold in japan till 95 or 97?
Electric windows, and a bunch if other stuff that from what I can work out came standard on adm wagons
http://www.clutchrides.com/media/rides/web/6017.jpg
http://vicariousgear.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/pcw_6196.jpg

[dove grey 64]

http://picture1.goo-net.com/050/0500414/J/0500414A20130608W00103.jpg
http://picture1.goo-net.com/050/0500414/J/0500414A20130608W00106.jpg

[Jacobxxx]

I love unicorns

this is cool

[McLEVIN]

Very nice

[dove grey 64]

Space on the roof basket for plenty of shoes chris ;)

[dove grey 64]

Throwout bearing shat itself today so off to jlc motors it went. My mechanic of choice. Highly recommend.
Gave the forester a good workout with the car and trailer on the back. Probably exceeded towing capacity but it did the job.
Cant wait for this baby to come back. Much love

[dove grey 64]

https://touch.trademe.co.nz/listing/view/690541908
Beagles are cheap in NZ.
Would love to do a parts run/holiday over there

[drift kid]

Shame it died, hopefully easy fix

[dove grey 64]

Luckily I've been told its a engine in job. There is a plus over a ae95r, apparently thats a pita and why they end up at the wreckers. Costs more to replace the clutch in labour then the cars worth

[dove grey 64]

clean and simple
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523963.jpg


also nice, tyres on the 92's look a little too low profile though
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/523964.jpg

[dove grey 64]

This is it, comp finishes tonight at 12am.
Just wanted to thank everyone that checked out the build thread and helped out with the view count. The show of support for this unique ef wagon has been overwhelming.
If we win shockworks will have the opportunity to custom tune coilovers for the ef wagon, a world first as Nobody makes wagon specific coilovers.
So again big thanks to matt and shockworks, ae86dc members and guests from around the world.
Cheers
Geoff

[drift kid]

Give me half, I viewed this thread more than you lol

[dove grey 64]

^+1
In other news here is whats left of the pressure plate
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140131_162029_zpse62cc54e.jpg
The bearing is just as amusing. About 4 ball bearings left in it

[marvis]

Fuckkkkkk

[dove grey 64]

*slight exaggeration*
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140131_162042_zpsc5f6c83c.jpg
8 balls

[drift kid]

Good for another 10,000 mate

[dove grey 64]

hah,pretty sure that pressure plate is as old as the car, 480,000ks. felt ok, only shat itself when the thrust bearing seized.
taking the box out only took about one hour.
be ready tomorrow, slight mix up with clutch disks, setup was shipped with a 212mm clutch disk and 200mm PP.
should feel nice and new tomorrow, give it a service while im there.
should check out the timing belt too, was last changed 4 years ago, unsure of k's traveled since then and i believe this is a interference motor, one shit thing compared to 4age's

[Konakid]

Holy shit that is amazing kudos to honda quality that it lasted that long, not that i would doubt Honda's quality in any way. Imagine a Kia Rio bearing after that many kms!

[dove grey 64]

just found an amazing stash of every honda civic wagon brochure online,
never knew i could do this
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/524008.jpg

have a look at this impressive collection
http://www.flickr.com/photos/63416089@N06/sets/?&page=5

[dove grey 64]

kinda like the warm bronze/gold look of the one below. very late 80's early 90's jdm style

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/524009.jpg

[drift kid]

Fark that shit is so cool! I love seeing all of the old brochures and posters

[dove grey 64]

Fark that shit is so cool! I love seeing all of the old brochures and posters

Agreed. Heaps of ae86 stuff there aswell. I'll link it up tonight

[dove grey 64]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/63416089@N06/sets/?&page=22
check that shit out, heaps of good cars on that page

[dove grey 64]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140203_201950_zps87cc199c.jpg
And he's back in action.
Must do something about that bonnet.
Thanks to jimmee1990 for the parts ;)

[drift kid]

Good to hear :) but yeah get that bonnet sorted lol, and some thinner tyres!

[dove grey 64]

Good to hear :) but yeah get that bonnet sorted lol, and some thinner tyres!

:( I like chunky tyre's.
The lower it gets the more camber it develops, guy's are running 8 zeros with minor lip roll and stock ucas.
This will start getting primer patches everywhere, going so sort out some bodywork

[marvis]

Another vote for smaller tires. 165 60!

Will totally transform it.

[benzo]

Another vote for smaller tires. 165 60!

Will totally transform it.

This

[dove grey 64]

Ok I'll see how I go for clearance when the suspension goes in and make a call on it then.
Anything decent in 165/60/14 available?

[dove grey 64]

Can get new falken ziex in 165/60/14 for $78 on ebay. Not the best tyres but should be ok for daily use.

Had to change radiators yesterday. Also tore my lip while coming off a driveway, not big damage but should really do the corners with cable ties.

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/539448.jpg
http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/524205.jpg
some pics from todays ae86dc bbq in monbulk victoria, cheers nam for the shots

[drift kid]

Looks good, but yeah 165/60 would be perfecttt

[dove grey 64]

Still on choppies ben, but yeah most likely front tyres will have to be 165's. Unless I get some uca and run more camber

[Matt]

The pictures don't do this car justice... What a machine

[drift kid]

Upper control arms, would it be hard to mod them? We could make something happen ;)

[dove grey 64]

Not hard to make up but can get some for $100 so not worth mucking around.
Little lower with 165 on the front would work well.
When the rear drops another 25mm it'll house the 7's with 185 perfectly.
Thanks matt, glad you saw it in person and see what the fuss is about. Lots of love for it at the bbq which was cool.
Its just the right size for a small wagon

[dove grey 64]

Here is the difference ben
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y84/ebelp/Car%20Pics/4f270bba.jpg

[drift kid]

Yeah, I have seen them on ebay etc. I don't know if I'd trust ebay cheapies though

[dove grey 64]

Yep I've heard all of them apart from the skunk2 pro series are junk.
On ozhonda there is a kid selling some for $100.
Trying to save up for them but shit always gets in the way, radiator, rego etc

[dove grey 64]

Speaking of which, you still have that concerto? Wouldn't mind the radiator out of it, when I was looking for a replacement one I was checking out a concerto at the wreckers, looks like it will fit and its twin core but didn't want to spend the money at the time and it not working out etc

[drift kid]

Yeah man, still sitting there collecting dust.
I found this guy on instagram, he runs 14x8's all around with 165/60/14 tyres, thing is sick!

[dove grey 64]

Just found a honda colour called cappuccino brown metallic
http://www.hondareference.com/colors/accord/honda_accord_90_YR501M_01.jpg
I reckon its rude enough for the wagon lol

[drift kid]

Would look really classy

[dove grey 64]

http://www.ae86drivingclub.com.au/dcimages/5/8/6/2/539453.jpg
bound to happen

[drift kid]

Lol

[dove grey 64]

Not a great deal happening, worked out how to get the nardi horn button fitted, had to remove a reducing ring from the boss kit
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a226/1970minik/Mobile%20Uploads/20140206_151501_zps9a09dcc2.jpg
Cant find anything decent in 165/60, might have to settle for falken zeix in 175 60, at $78 its not bad.
Also may or may not have some oem wagon visors coming from japan :)
Also back to using the 6.5" on the rears and harts on the front as the bounce rub was getting to me