Finally got my first Honda civic!

Adamantz · 11th October 2012, 17:55

I've just brought civic 2.2, it's AWSOME! I'm really pleased with it!but I want to start changing a few things like the gear/gaiter tutorial, but there's a few things I'm unsure about, and wondered if anyone can help me out, sorry about the list ;D

Firstly the front grill, I've got all the front lights, is it easy enough to remove and a simple replace or not? :/

Then the suspension, I've spent the last few nights researching this, ebitech 25mm springs, do these just swap like for like? And do they really make the ride that bad?

Ive read about FRS and LSD's things like that, just wondered if someone can clear all this up for me! Would be a MASSIVE help!!

Cheers guys!!

stevencavanagh · 11th October 2012, 18:10

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Originally Posted by Adamantz

I've just brought a Fn2 civic 2.2, it's AWSOME! I'm really pleased with it!but I want to start changing a few things like the gear/gaiter tutorial, but there's a few things I'm unsure about, and wondered if anyone can help me out, sorry about the list ;D

Firstly the front grill, I've got all the front lights, is it easy enough to remove and a simple replace or not? :/

Then the suspension, I've spent the last few nights researching this, ebitech 25mm springs, do these just swap like for like? And do they really make the ride that bad?

Ive read about FRS and LSD's things like that, just wondered if someone can clear all this up for me! Would be a MASSIVE help!!

Cheers guys!!

Firstly the FN2 is a Type R!

The grill is very easy to remove and replace - done it on my 2.2 (a good how to exists on the forum).

I have the 25mm Eibachs on the 2.2 along with a full FRS - best mod I've done. They improve the handling and ride considerably. The springs are like for like.

Don't forget to upgrade the brakes (disks / pads / lines and fluid) as well!

Can't comment on the LSD as I don't have one, but it's on my list.

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Adamantz · 11th October 2012, 19:02

Cheers mate, I'll be having a word with my mate giving me false info ! ;D

What's is involved and where can I buy a FRS for the 2.2?

J. Derek Riddell · 11th October 2012, 19:07

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Originally Posted by Adamantz

I've just brought a Fn2 civic 2.2, it's AWSOME! I'm really pleased with it!but I want to start changing a few things like the gear/gaiter tutorial, but there's a few things I'm unsure about, and wondered if anyone can help me out, sorry about the list ;D

Firstly the front grill, I've got all the front lights, is it easy enough to remove and a simple replace or not? :/

Then the suspension, I've spent the last few nights researching this, ebitech 25mm springs, do these just swap like for like? And do they really make the ride that bad?

Ive read about FRS and LSD's things like that, just wondered if someone can clear all this up for me! Would be a MASSIVE help!!

Cheers guys!!

As per previous feedback

Definitely Eibach springs and FRS - massive improvement in ride and handling

Brake upgrade also a must - pads, hoses, fluid - as a minimum

LSD units are expensive !

Relic · 11th October 2012, 19:13

ABP TDI among others on here will give you a fast road setup.
Each use their own settings.

stevencavanagh · 11th October 2012, 19:18

I used ABP for my FRS.

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JohnnyBoy · 14th October 2012, 23:45

Brakes are a must, Eibachs are supposed to improve ride quality no end but I never tried them. Remap will transform your car!

Helen Witch · 15th October 2012, 04:18

Hello and welcome.

11th October 2012, 17:55	#1 (permalink)
Adamantz Car: 2007 2.2 5 door, galaxy grey Join Date: 7th October 2012 Location: Birmingham, England Posts: 38 Thanks given: 12 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Finally got my first Honda civic! I've just brought civic 2.2, it's AWSOME! I'm really pleased with it!but I want to start changing a few things like the gear/gaiter tutorial, but there's a few things I'm unsure about, and wondered if anyone can help me out, sorry about the list ;D Firstly the front grill, I've got all the front lights, is it easy enough to remove and a simple replace or not? :/ Then the suspension, I've spent the last few nights researching this, ebitech 25mm springs, do these just swap like for like? And do they really make the ride that bad? Ive read about FRS and LSD's things like that, just wondered if someone can clear all this up for me! Would be a MASSIVE help!! Cheers guys!! Last edited by Adamantz; 11th October 2012 at 19:00.

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