Project ILX Type-S
11-02-2012, 08:12 AM
#81
Drifting
Thread Starter
Spdandpwr hope you made it out of Sandy all right.
Here's some inspiration for your build:
"At the heart of the Civic-based model is an upgraded 2.4-liter gasoline unit, which with the help of a supercharger kit from CT Engineering and an ECU tune with Hondata’s FlashPro, now produces 250-horsepower
The FWD model is also fitted with a prototype SP Elite exhaust from Greddy as well as aero components from the Acura Genuine Accessories lineup, 19-inch Volk G25 wheels shod in Pirelli P Zero tires and Tein Street Advance coilovers."
http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2012/10...eet-build.html
Pure sex.
Here's some inspiration for your build:
"At the heart of the Civic-based model is an upgraded 2.4-liter gasoline unit, which with the help of a supercharger kit from CT Engineering and an ECU tune with Hondata’s FlashPro, now produces 250-horsepower
The FWD model is also fitted with a prototype SP Elite exhaust from Greddy as well as aero components from the Acura Genuine Accessories lineup, 19-inch Volk G25 wheels shod in Pirelli P Zero tires and Tein Street Advance coilovers."
http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2012/10...eet-build.html
Pure sex.
11-07-2012, 11:29 PM
#82
can that INJEN Axel fit perfectly for the ILX or does the rear bumper have to be cut ?
I found it for 321.30 online, not a bad price. How much would installment be would anyone know ?
http://www.carid.com/2012-honda-civi...ms-492237.html
I found it for 321.30 online, not a bad price. How much would installment be would anyone know ?
http://www.carid.com/2012-honda-civi...ms-492237.html
11-08-2012, 07:45 AM
#83
Drifting
Thread Starter
it'll fit, but you'll have to cut the bumper, if you want the tip to show. I plan on buying it, cutting off the tip and welding a tip that points downward, so I don't have to cut the bumper. Install should take less than 30 minutes. Probably 45 bucks at most shops. I was going to wait and see if Greddy was going to release their axleback, but I'm tired of waiting and I still haven't heard from them 
11-08-2012, 10:03 AM
#84
Senior Moderator
11-08-2012, 05:03 PM
#85
it'll fit, but you'll have to cut the bumper, if you want the tip to show. I plan on buying it, cutting off the tip and welding a tip that points downward, so I don't have to cut the bumper. Install should take less than 30 minutes. Probably 45 bucks at most shops. I was going to wait and see if Greddy was going to release their axleback, but I'm tired of waiting and I still haven't heard from them
Also, I'd love to hear it on the 2.4 ILX. I don't want a loud obnoxious muffler, just something that sounds good.
11-08-2012, 08:47 PM
#86
Drifting
Thread Starter
The clip I posted reflects the exact sound it'll make on the ilx. The civic si sedan and ilx use the same exhaust components (leading up to the axle-back).
11-09-2012, 11:42 AM
#87
Drifting
Thread Starter
I'm tired of this project being in a stagnant position. I ordered a Rear Sway bar today. I'll let you all know when it arrives and how it performs.
11-12-2012, 12:22 PM
#88
Drifting
Thread Starter
My Rear sway bar comes in today! It's a 19mm bar that will replace the factory 14mm unit. I'm hoping it'll control the lean in corners. I'll couple this with some coils -- saving up for them now.
11-13-2012, 07:33 AM
#89
Can't speak for anyone else, but I am really looking forward to your build. Any news on the SC, exhaust, or CAI? I thought you were going to work on performance before the coils?
11-13-2012, 08:16 AM
#90
Drifting
Thread Starter
Exhaust: CT-Engineering confirmed that they won't be making an exhaust for our car. I still haven't heard from Greddy about the exhaust they made for Sema. As a result, I may go with Injen's axleback for the 8th gen si and cut off the tip / weld a dolphin tip.
Intake: I have a friend who is selling his CAI for the 2012 civic si. It's a bit steep at $300 (I think that's a decent amount for a used car part). But if the funds are available, I may just bite the bullet.
Tuning: This is my second priority after tints, installing the rsb, and installing these fog light bulbs I bought a while back. I'd rather have an ability to tune each mod as I get it than buy parts and not have the car running optimally.
Rear-sway Bar: Hopefully I'm going to get together with some buddies and install her:
11-13-2012, 10:22 AM
#92
Supercharger: well I haven't been given an ETA, I hear that the kit will release before the new year. It's definitely a priority a CT as they are posting updates:
Exhaust: CT-Engineering confirmed that they won't be making an exhaust for our car. I still haven't heard from Greddy about the exhaust they made for Sema. As a result, I may go with Injen's axleback for the 8th gen si and cut off the tip / weld a dolphin tip.
Intake: I have a friend who is selling his CAI for the 2012 civic si. It's a bit steep at $300 (I think that's a decent amount for a used car part). But if the funds are available, I may just bite the bullet.
Tuning: This is my second priority after tints, installing the rsb, and installing these fog light bulbs I bought a while back. I'd rather have an ability to tune each mod as I get it than buy parts and not have the car running optimally.
Rear-sway Bar: Hopefully I'm going to get together with some buddies and install her:
Exhaust: CT-Engineering confirmed that they won't be making an exhaust for our car. I still haven't heard from Greddy about the exhaust they made for Sema. As a result, I may go with Injen's axleback for the 8th gen si and cut off the tip / weld a dolphin tip.
Intake: I have a friend who is selling his CAI for the 2012 civic si. It's a bit steep at $300 (I think that's a decent amount for a used car part). But if the funds are available, I may just bite the bullet.
Tuning: This is my second priority after tints, installing the rsb, and installing these fog light bulbs I bought a while back. I'd rather have an ability to tune each mod as I get it than buy parts and not have the car running optimally.
Rear-sway Bar: Hopefully I'm going to get together with some buddies and install her:
11-13-2012, 10:45 AM
#93
Drifting
Thread Starter
Decided against it. The shifter is perfect, imo.
11-26-2012, 01:50 PM
#94
BUMP for updates!
11-26-2012, 01:58 PM
#95
Drifting
Thread Starter
Tried installing yellow fogs and the way bar yesterday. Lemme to say, it was not going to happen. The fogs required removing the lower intake resonator, which requires bumper removal. And I didn't have the proper tools to remove the sway bar. I'm going to get this stuff installed professionally. Stay tuned.
12-03-2012, 11:24 AM
#96
Drifting
Thread Starter
I went house shopping this weekend and took pics of the car in front of one of the promising houses:
12-03-2012, 11:24 AM
#97
Drifting
Thread Starter
Pics were taken on my droid 2
12-03-2012, 11:28 AM
#98
Lower, Lip Kit, Spoiler..
Good Game.
Looking good; that house is NICE.
12-03-2012, 11:50 AM
#101
Ah, tell me that's not a door ding on your driver side door! It's just the reflection right!?
12-03-2012, 12:01 PM
#102
Drifting
Thread Starter
I just noticed that! I hope its not a door ding! I park the car away from people at malls and supermarkets...I'm so eager to get home and check it out! Thanks for the comments / compliments
12-03-2012, 01:54 PM
#104
Drifting
Thread Starter
I have more pictures of the house. 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms.
12-03-2012, 02:12 PM
#108
12-03-2012, 02:23 PM
#109
Advanced
12-03-2012, 03:40 PM
#112
That house looks like something that belongs in a horror flick...
Lol, here I am making him paranoid of his car being dinged and now the fear of ghoulies in his house.. Either way both look awesome! Ghostbusters is just a call away
Lol, here I am making him paranoid of his car being dinged and now the fear of ghoulies in his house.. Either way both look awesome! Ghostbusters is just a call away
12-26-2012, 03:16 PM
#113
Drifting
Thread Starter
Long overdue carwash:
12-27-2012, 03:51 PM
#115
Drifting
Thread Starter
I hear ya, but I don't have an external house at the new house
01-02-2013, 04:39 PM
#117
Advanced
I bought and installed the exhaust tip from the Cadillac Performance eBay seller in Canada that I saw In this thread. Looks good, but it's melting my bumper. Can't wait to get home and take this thing off.
01-03-2013, 08:17 AM
#118
how bad did it get your bumper?
01-03-2013, 10:15 AM
#119
Advanced
Luckily the damage is only visible if you're looking at it from underneath. Still bothers me though, since I know that it's there. There are probably ways to avoid this: a heat protecting tape, or opening the cut out more, or adjusting the position of the exhaust tip so that it sits further back/lower. However, I don't think I am going to mess with it anymore at this point.
Still bothers me though, since I know that it's there. There are probably ways to avoid this: a heat protecting tape, or opening the cut out more, or adjusting the position of the exhaust tip so that it sits further back/lower. However, I don't think I am going to mess with it anymore at this point.
01-03-2013, 11:46 AM
#120
Drifting
Thread Starter
How'd it look?