Slowly but surely, my ILX build.

Old Sep 4, 2015 | 03:46 PM
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Slowly but surely, my ILX build.

I picked up a 2015 ILX 2.4 earlier this year. Its been hard sourcing out aftermarket parts but here's what I've done so far.

OEM mud guards
OEM spoiler wrapped in 4D carbon fiber vinyl
Rear bumper wrapped in 4D carbon fiber vinyl for a diffuser look
Side mirrors wrapped in 4D carbon fiber vinyl
Yellow daytime running lights
Yellow Lamin X fog light covers
H&R Springs
5Zigen FN01r-c

Just ordered a DC Sports cold air intake and narrowing down choices for the downpipe as well.




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Old Sep 6, 2015 | 06:25 PM
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Originally Posted by space_boy
I picked up a 2015 ILX 2.4 earlier this year. Its been hard sourcing out aftermarket parts but here's what I've done so far.]
Damn should come by these parts sooner. We have just about everything available for the these cars now. Well the pre 2016 anyway. I think 2015 is still waiting on support from hondata. But aside from that... tell us what you want to install and we'll point you where to find it.
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Old Sep 10, 2015 | 04:21 PM
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Thanks for the support.

Just had my grill done this past weekend.

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Old Sep 10, 2015 | 04:36 PM
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Car looks great


Those wheels were very popular when I had my 93 MR2 Turbo back in the day. Lots of guys had them.


Nice car.
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Old Sep 10, 2015 | 06:26 PM
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I plan to wrap my grill the same way.

Did you have to remove the front bumper or upper tray cover in the engine bay to do this?
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Old Sep 10, 2015 | 06:33 PM
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Originally Posted by iRaw
I plan to wrap my grill the same way.

Did you have to remove the front bumper or upper tray cover in the engine bay to do this?
He said he had it done so I assume he didnt do it himself.
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Old Sep 15, 2015 | 02:15 PM
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Thanks for the comments. I'm actually looking for a more aggressive fitment on my wheels, going to try to sell these soon.

I had a friend do it for me. He said he just removed the grill and wrapped it. It was a quick job.
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Old Sep 15, 2015 | 02:20 PM
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Old Sep 16, 2015 | 02:45 PM
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Looking great!
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Old Oct 8, 2015 | 04:25 PM
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I was planning on upgrading to a more aggressive wheel setup next Spring, but hit a huge pothole and bent one of my previous wheels and busted two of my tires so I picked up a nice set of Advans. Fitment is much better.

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Old Oct 8, 2015 | 06:06 PM
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Sweet. Any close ups of the wheels? Dont see those advans too often.
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Old Oct 8, 2015 | 06:19 PM
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the advans complement the ILX very well!
better than your first set! good job!
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Old Oct 9, 2015 | 11:30 AM
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Thanks guys. I'm going to clean her up a bit and take photos this weekend with a better camera.
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Old Oct 20, 2015 | 03:46 PM
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Nice grill...is it new/replaced? If replacement, where can I find one?
2016 ILX Black on Black (Bob)lol
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Old Oct 20, 2015 | 03:48 PM
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Originally Posted by spedi_ladi
Nice grill...is it new/replaced? If replacement, where can I find one?
2016 ILX Black on Black (Bob)lol
It just has a wrap on it. It is the same grille that came with the car
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Old Oct 20, 2015 | 03:51 PM
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Ugh...okay.
Thanks for the quick reply.
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Old Nov 6, 2015 | 06:11 PM
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Lost my camera for a bit, only found it today. Some pics I took previously. This weekend is going to be a DIY front lip project
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Old Nov 12, 2015 | 07:57 AM
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Great job, looks fantastic! Can you list the wheel/tire specs thats the exact fitment Im looking for. Thanks.
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Old Nov 12, 2015 | 12:54 PM
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Thanks. The wheels are 18x8 with 235/45 tires on them. It fits the fender gap nicely. The 7.5's I had before were too narrow for the rears for my taste
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Old Nov 12, 2015 | 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by space_boy
Thanks. The wheels are 18x8 with 235/45 tires on them. It fits the fender gap nicely. The 7.5's I had before were too narrow for the rears for my taste
Thanks and what is the offset? Nice advans!
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 10:59 AM
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Thanks. Offset is +60.
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by space_boy
Thanks. Offset is +60.
Are you sure about that, +60 seems really high to be that flush? Love the wheels regardless.
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Old Nov 13, 2015 | 03:57 PM
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Well I mean he could be that flush with 60 offset and 18x8 wheels if he was running some good size spacers.
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Old Dec 21, 2015 | 08:31 AM
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Finally got my first power mod. Ended up getting a Password JDM intake about two weeks ago since there's a Christmas sale. The install took a long time as some of the parts did not fit and I had to adjust a few times before it would fit properly and get the hood to close. Either way, I'm happy with my purchase, car sounds good at WOT, next up will be a downpipe and Hondata tune.

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Old Dec 21, 2015 | 10:17 PM
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Sweeet. Started following you on IG. Good looking build.
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Old Jan 8, 2016 | 02:37 PM
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Originally Posted by space_boy
Finally got my first power mod. Ended up getting a Password JDM intake about two weeks ago since there's a Christmas sale. The install took a long time as some of the parts did not fit and I had to adjust a few times before it would fit properly and get the hood to close. Either way, I'm happy with my purchase, car sounds good at WOT, next up will be a downpipe and Hondata tune.

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Hold your horses on a Hondata tune. They refuse to add support for our 2015 ILX's.

Please go here and let them know your ECU number and post that you want support.

https://www.hondata.com/forum/viewto...lit=ilx#p84540
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Old Feb 9, 2016 | 12:40 PM
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I have the 2014 model, the last of the manuals. Just an update, I ordered and installed a 3' downpipe. Removing the OEM one was a pain, took a few hours...

Car is definitely louder now but no rattle issues that some people have purported on the Civic SI's. It clears everything very easily, just needed to mount an angled 02 sim for the 02 sensor. The increase in power is felt in the higher RPM range and with the stock exhaust, its not that loud from the outside. Inside, it is a little bit on the loud side but I'll learn to live with it. I'll try to get some pics of the install when the snow clears.
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 11:17 AM
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Just an update. Took advantage of the warm weather we had this weekend. Painted the intake manifold cover and re-did the front with a little red outline.
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 03:51 PM
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What did you use to add the red? Is it a vinyl pinstripe or PD?
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 04:20 PM
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I used red pin striping. Easy to remove just in case it didn't come out nicely. I actually had it on before too, but used thicker striping this time so that it stands out a little more. Wanted to try something different.
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Old Mar 1, 2016 | 06:45 PM
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Where did u get the wrap from?
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Old Mar 1, 2016 | 07:32 PM
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great looking ILX! Jon, you found another angle to shoot your car?!?!?
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Old Mar 1, 2016 | 09:08 PM
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great looking ILX! Jon, you found another angle to shoot your car?!?!?
Get a fucking life you pathetic troll.
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Old Apr 4, 2016 | 08:05 AM
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Just a quick update. Ordered the Skunk2 weighted shift knob and installed it. Shifting feels much smoother with the additional weight. Will try and install a black with red stitching shift boot next and maybe change the interior a bit with a trim kit.
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Old Apr 4, 2016 | 11:20 PM
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I've got a automatic 2 litre ilx and and it didn't have enough juice for my likeing can't seem to find much anybody have suggestions
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Old Apr 4, 2016 | 11:37 PM
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Yo bro, check out ma sig, ya dig?
No dig.... Lol
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Old Apr 23, 2016 | 04:12 AM
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Nice ride. I am jealous I picked up a used 2013 Dynamic last year as I wanted stick and 2016 opted to drop that transmission (would have been nice to have the bigger infotainment centre and better ELS stereo). I really like the wrap on the front grill. Great work on the mods. Did you get a chance to Dyno your car yet. I have some of the same mods and was curious?
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Old Apr 25, 2016 | 01:44 PM
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Thanks. No, I haven't been on a dyno yet. I'm only planning a few more power mods and I'm done. I had a built up NA RSX-S before and it was a money pit. Hopefully, I'll be able to hit 195-200 whp and I'll be happy.
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Old Apr 26, 2016 | 10:28 PM
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Based on what you have done so far I would imagine you are in pretty close to what you were aiming for (probably 185-190 WHP). There is no doubt I can feel the difference on the few performance mods I have done. 10 hp would be hard to notice however I believe I am in the neighborhood of 20-25 ponies over stock:
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