[Aidan97]

I corrected my link in my original post, try it now.

Perfect, Thanks

 

[Farqui]

Glow plugs changed this avo

The car seems less smelly around the tail pipe and maybe even a bit more responsive (tho that maybe a placebo effect).

Got the new 'uns from Cox, who claim they should be changed every 40-60k miles - ref; http://www.coxmotorparts.co.uk/genuine-honda-civic-icdti-diesel-glow-plug-x1-p-3296.html

I have tried to check resistance of the old and new plugs but think my old multi meter is past it. I figured replacing them can't hurt and they aren't expensive.

Over the next few days, I'll see if it stops/reduces my occasional smokey start up.

 

[CDT808]

wish I'd got some for them to do in my service. Doh! should improve things Lee

 

[111041]

I thought glowplugs weren't service items? Meant to be lifetime items? But I mean if it helps then maybe I'll give it a go too!

 

[Farqui]

I thought glowplugs weren't service items? Meant to be lifetime items? But I mean if it helps then maybe I'll give it a go too!

I thought that too bit there seems to be conflicting info online.

When I clocked the Cox page, that tipped me to relaxing mine. Mine had covered 120k.

I may still also get the injectors checked but at least I've started somewhere.

 

[Farqui]

wish I'd got some for them to do in my service. Doh! should improve things Lee

I'd only swap 'em if you have an issue pal. My car ponged of diesel and it seemed to be getting worse.

How many miles have yours covered?

 

[Farqui]

The last of the Polybush's are coming off today, from the rear axle...

Bought a bush extractor set and it's made the job soooo much easier.

Lunchtime and then back to the swap the NS over.

 

[D 1]

What's up with the Polybushes, not up to scratch?

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[Farqui]

Nowt up with the Polyb's, they work really well and sharpen up the handling a treat.

Our local roads are the issue, they're just too rough. Actually some dual carriageways and even motorways are getting as bad.

The Polyb's are great for a track car/2nd/fun car, but not for me as a daily driver.

They also add some road noise and vibes, tho not excessive.

 

[Farqui]

New bush almost pressed home

 

[CDT808]

I'd only swap 'em if you have an issue pal. My car ponged of diesel and it seemed to be getting worse.

How many miles have yours covered?

Oh ok mate. No diesel smell with mine, so I'll leave em. 103k mate

 

[CDT808]

New bush almost pressed home

that is NOT a job I would want to do myself! [smilie=nope.gif]

 

[Farqui]

that is NOT a job I would want to do myself! [smilie=nope.gif]

Haha, I wasn't too keen either but with the right tools it's a doddle.

After all the agro I had with the front bush, on the lower wishbone. The rear was quite easy by comparison and proved that it helps to have the right tool for the job.

 

[Farqui]

It's about time I recap'd my recent updates;

• 6kg front springs - MeisterR (from 5kg), damping 10 from soft all round (from 3)
• Moog drop links (were Meyle HD/fat head 44mm, to 34mm approx), front brake block brackets flattened/drilled for drop links to clear
• satnav disk 3.A
• MTEC ATR plain front disks, treated black (were grooved)
• annual service
• front wishbones, front bushes now OEM (were Polyb)
• stainless 'Civic' sill trims
• glow plugs replaced
• rear trailing arm bushes now OEM (were Polyb)

The current mod's list...

Mods:

• Performance
  Premier Tuning stage2 EGR-off/delete remap (formerly Celtic Tuning stage1)
  FMIC, universal 550mm x 180mm x 65mm
  with custom AAS 2 piece stainless swaged pipes
  CC single plate clutch/SMF - OEM clutch was slipping under powaaah (occasionally), DMF was vibrating too
  Clutch damper bypass
• Suspension
  :transparent_Meister coilovers, ride height dropped approx 15-20mm
  springs, front=6kg, rear=4kg, were (5/5)
  Polybush suspension bushes - part#s
  all now reverted back to OEM bushes
  FRS by Grinspeed
  Mitsubishi Evo 9 alloys, 17" 8J ET38, Falken 452 235/40 ZR17 90Y's (came with the alloys)
  to fit these you will need: flat seat M12 x 1.5mm wheel nuts + lock nuts, 67.1-64.1mm spigot rings, wheel center caps and a 15mm rear spacer?
  also run; 17" EX OEM alloys (keep as spare set), Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2's all round, Super-GT spacers, 15/20mm fr/re
  drop links, slim head Moog (3yr warranty, replaced Meyle HD links)
• Brakes, Calipers
  front: :honda: Accord Type :typer: (2.2, '98-'01, #CH1) twin piston (OEM: single piston)
  rear: OEM
  Disks/Rotors - MTEC
  front: :honda: Accord Type :typer:, 300mm dia, 28mm thick (OEM: 283mm dia, 23mm thick), treated (black), plain (non grooved)
  rear: OEM 260mm dia, 9mm thick, painted, grooved
  Pads - Mintex
  Fluid - DOT 5.1
  Lines - :hel: FN2/FK2 braided
• Styling
  :honda: Sports Grill - old/new
  :honda: Alloy Sports tank lid/fuel filler cap
  3/5 door conversion, exhaust hangers, before/after
  Type R dash surround,volt meter now fills the manual headlight adjuster
• Electrics
  extra 12v/USB outlets in rear of centre console
  Curtis earth kit
  reversing camera/video in cable
  Mr JP's :Aurorab: HID's, LED's; boot light (SMD side lights, white high beams - removed)
  Mr JP's :Aurorab: CREE LED front side lights, rear brake lights
  Mr JP's :Aurorab: LED's; interior, exterior (bar indicators/rear fog)
  Philips X-treme 130% H1 main beam
  3rd/high level brake light - full width Knightrider SMD LED strip
• Interior
  :honda: Drivers Mat Securing Bracket - it now stays put!
  Genuine :skunk2: gear knob
  Katsock knob warmer + mrsF's custom knob warmer - you can never have too many
  Type R dash surround, blue volt meter now fills the manual headlight adjuster
  Leather interior (fr/re seats, door cards, arm rest), heated front seats
  Footwell lighting kit (dimmable, blue, ignition live)
  XCarLink, USB version
  Stainless steel 'Civic' sills, front/rear
• Misc
  :civinfo: sticker!
  wanner69 fog protectors - clear
  Westfalia detachable towbar/electrics
  uprated tailgate gas struts - Mercedes ML W163 1998-2005, 510Nm (from 465Nm)
  Short shifter
  Satnav DVD# 3.A

 

[Lamberto]

It's about time I recap'd my recent updates;

• 6kg front springs - MeisterR (from 5kg), damping 10 from soft all round (from 3)
• Moog drop links (were Meyle HD/fat head 44mm, to 34mm approx), front brake block brackets flattened/drilled for drop links to clear
• satnav disk 3.A
• MTEC ATR plain front disks, treated black (were grooved)
• annual service
• front wishbones, front bushes now OEM (were Polyb)
• stainless 'Civic' sill trims
• glow plugs replaced
• rear trailing arm bushes now OEM (were Polyb)

The current mod's list...

Mods:

• Performance
  Premier Tuning stage2 EGR-off/delete remap (formerly Celtic Tuning stage1)
  FMIC, universal 550mm x 180mm x 65mm
  with custom AAS 2 piece stainless swaged pipes
  CC single plate clutch/SMF - OEM clutch was slipping under powaaah (occasionally), DMF was vibrating too
  Clutch damper bypass
• Suspension
  :transparent_Meister coilovers, ride height dropped approx 15-20mm
  springs, front=6kg, rear=4kg, were (5/5)
  Polybush suspension bushes - part#s
  all now reverted back to OEM bushes
  FRS by Grinspeed
  Mitsubishi Evo 9 alloys, 17" 8J ET38, Falken 452 235/40 ZR17 90Y's (came with the alloys)
  to fit these you will need: flat seat M12 x 1.5mm wheel nuts + lock nuts, 67.1-64.1mm spigot rings, wheel center caps and a 15mm rear spacer?
  also run; 17" EX OEM alloys (keep as spare set), Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2's all round, Super-GT spacers, 15/20mm fr/re
  drop links, slim head Moog (3yr warranty, replaced Meyle HD links)
• Brakes, Calipers
  front: :honda: Accord Type :typer: (2.2, '98-'01, #CH1) twin piston (OEM: single piston)
  rear: OEM
  Disks/Rotors - MTEC
  front: :honda: Accord Type :typer:, 300mm dia, 28mm thick (OEM: 283mm dia, 23mm thick), treated (black), plain (non grooved)
  rear: OEM 260mm dia, 9mm thick, painted, grooved
  Pads - Mintex
  Fluid - DOT 5.1
  Lines - :hel: FN2/FK2 braided
• Styling
  :honda: Sports Grill - old/new
  :honda: Alloy Sports tank lid/fuel filler cap
  3/5 door conversion, exhaust hangers, before/after
  Type R dash surround,volt meter now fills the manual headlight adjuster
• Electrics
  extra 12v/USB outlets in rear of centre console
  Curtis earth kit
  reversing camera/video in cable
  Mr JP's :Aurorab: HID's, LED's; boot light (SMD side lights, white high beams - removed)
  Mr JP's :Aurorab: CREE LED front side lights, rear brake lights
  Mr JP's :Aurorab: LED's; interior, exterior (bar indicators/rear fog)
  Philips X-treme 130% H1 main beam
  3rd/high level brake light - full width Knightrider SMD LED strip
• Interior
  :honda: Drivers Mat Securing Bracket - it now stays put!
  Genuine :skunk2: gear knob
  Katsock knob warmer + mrsF's custom knob warmer - you can never have too many
  Type R dash surround, blue volt meter now fills the manual headlight adjuster
  Leather interior (fr/re seats, door cards, arm rest), heated front seats
  Footwell lighting kit (dimmable, blue, ignition live)
  XCarLink, USB version
  Stainless steel 'Civic' sills, front/rear
• Misc
  :civinfo: sticker!
  wanner69 fog protectors - clear
  Westfalia detachable towbar/electrics
  uprated tailgate gas struts - Mercedes ML W163 1998-2005, 510Nm (from 465Nm)
  Short shifter
  Satnav DVD# 3.A

You're a role model to us all Lee! How much power are you running or are you not sure?

Any plans for the future?!

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[Farqui]

You're a role model to us all Lee! How much power are you running or are you not sure?

Any plans for the future?!

Aw fanks man. It's surprising how quickly the mod's soon accrue.

Enough oomph when I need it...Stage 2, around 200 ponies and a shed load a push Honda 2.2 CDTi - 140hp - Elite Remaps

Dashcam next me thinks, I saw a lorry back end an Audi (shame) on my commute this week. Gawd knows where the truck driver thought he was as we were in steadily slowing traffic for the Black Car r/bout. Although I did see some t0ss3r join the A1 just before who was slicing and dicing unnecessarily...if it was the same car then he'll have got his cumuppance.

 

[Farqui]

I could do with some waterproof seat covers too, does anymore have any recommendations?

 

[flashy]

Like this?

Honda Boot Liners and Car Seat Covers - Titan Covers

 

[Farqui]

Like this?

Honda Boot Liners and Car Seat Covers - Titan Covers

Thanks, I hadn't seen those. They look better made than some of the fleabay knock offs. They're pricey tho.

 

[flashy]

If you don't need waterproof....:smile3:
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