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I've had my CTR for a few years now, and been a member on these Forums for as long. Thanks to the wealth of information (and using the Search function ), I've never needed to post anything, but thought it was about time I stopped slacking and got something posted.

It's a 2004 EP3, with the following mods (so far):

Engine/Transmission
K-Pro ECU
Buddyclub 4-2-1 Race Manifold
Toda Hi-power Exhaust
GruppeM Induction Kit
Wavetrac ATB LSD
Exedy Stage 1 Uprated Clutch
Competition Clutch Ultralight 4kg Flywheel
Strutking Aluminium Shifter Box & Cable Bushes
HEL Braided Clutch Line
TDI-North Baffled Sump
Koyo Alloy Radiator
Samco Silicone Coolant Hoses
Energy Suspension Engine Mount Inserts
Red Earthing Kit
Spoon 1.3bar Radiator Cap
Spoon Socks (obviously my biggest mod!)

Interior
Corbeau Pro-Series 3 Kevlar/Carbon Fibre Bucket Seat
Buddyclub "Lo Postion" Sidemount Seat Rails
Sabelt 4-point 3" Harness
Momo "Model 78" 330mm Steering Wheel
Momo Steering Wheel Boss + 15mm Spacer
DC5 Integra Pedals & Footrest

Suspension/Chassis
Nitron Sport+ Coilover Shocks
Eibach Springs (10kg/mm Front & 16kg/mm Rear)
Super-Pro Polyurethane Bushes throughout
JDM Front Anti-Roll Bar
JDM Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Eibach Rear Adjustable Camber Arms
Custom Geometry/Alignment setup
J's Racing Front Strut Brace
Spoon Rear Strut Brace

Brakes/Wheels
Stoptech 328mm 2-piece Floating Discs
Stoptech 4-pot Calipers
Pagid RS4-2 "Blue" Front Brake Pads
Ferodo DS2500 Rear Brake Pads
Braided Brake Lines all-round
Motul RBF600 Brake Fluid
Tegiwa Brake Master Cylinder Stopper
17x7.5 Rota Torque Alloys in Gunmetal (for track days)
Toyo R888 215/45/17 Tyres (for track days)

Power is roughly 235bhp/172lbft.


Here's a few pictures from Donington Park in 2008, back when the car was almost standard:













And some pictures of the mods I've done so far:

nice motor dude, ill look out for you in the peak district .. :thumbup:

Good choice of mods there mate.

Definately need to get yourself a gruppeM just for the noise alone when you hit VTEC

thats some serious steeze!!!!
good job bro! :thumbup:

very nice air intake bro

keep going with the good mods :thumbup:

You need to get the Toda manifold to go with your cat back mate. Does the DC5 rear anti roll bar make alot of difference? :thumbup:

Oh soory also how much was your red earthing kit and where did you get it from? Is it easy to fit? :thumbup:

Thanks for the comments guys :thumbup:

54typeRchris wrote:You need to get the Toda manifold to go with your cat back mate. Does the DC5 rear anti roll bar make alot of difference?

Agreed mate, I'm definitely looking at a Toda Manifold plus some further mods later this year. The Rollbar is from the JDM EP3, and yes it does make a noticeable difference. Firms the back end up nicely, and is well worth it for £75 or so.

54typeRchris wrote:Oh soory also how much was your red earthing kit and where did you get it from? Is it easy to fit?

Got it from LeeH here on the forums. Quality product and simple to fit if you follow the How-To Guide he posted. I can't remember the price, but it wasn't much at all. Best to check with LeeH and see if he still makes them.

looking

fastest colour aswell :thumbup:

Thanks mate. Definately the fastest colour, although originally I wanted a Cosmic one after seeing a Premier Edition at the local Dealers

Or maybe it was the Premier's interior that seduced me.........

Er, maybe I'd best keep quiet on which colour is fastest. Don't want to start another spat between the NHB and Cosmic Camps :boxing:

the car looks well dude..good gains from the work done too;)

sumone told me that too much forced air into the engine isnt good for the car? am i completely wrong in saying that? what urs like?

good results but you need the manifold to free up more power and then it realy whips round the revs.

i have kpro,jr manifold,aem cai,blue flame exhaust and was mapped by paul and got 240 bhp. :salut:

Got an updated video taken by a mate on his mobile phone. You can't see much with it being dark, but at least the sound is ok.

Even with a Race Mani, the Toda Exhaust doesn't seem to be any louder then the GruppeM.

i have the toda fitted to my ctr and havent had any trouble regarding the noise tests.

Took delivery of two big, heavy boxes from ABP Motorsport today............








Cracking service from ABP, as always.

The calipers and rotors are farkin' huge when you see them in the flesh. They should be fine taking some stick during trackdays, unlike the stock brakes.

I've also got a set of Goodridge Braided Hoses so I can upgrade the rear brake lines at the same time, and enough Motul RBF600 for a complete brake fluid change.

I know the Stoptechs are overkill for a circa 220bhp CTR, but I'm future-proofing for a Supercharger and the numerous trackdays I'll be doing in the future. I'm also looking to get the car fitted up with a Race Manifold, Quaife LSD and Toda Clutch kit in the next few months, so the car should be nicely sharpened up by the end of the year.

I'll take some more pics during and after fitting, which should be done during the weekend, all being well :thumbup: .

This Stoptech's are pure SEX :thumbup:
I want some....

How much did the brakes set u back mate?? They look amazing

Exhaust sounds & looks fantastic and those brakes are just porn

Thanks Shaun. The calipers really do look stunning in the flesh.

bluntcap wrote:How much did the brakes set u back mate?? They look amazing

I paid £1399 + delivery. You gets what you pays for, and they should be worth every penny. Plus, the Stoptechs will fit behind the stock wheels, which could save you a bundle on new rims.

Jaywood wrote:Thanks Shaun. The calipers really do look stunning in the flesh.

bluntcap wrote:How much did the brakes set u back mate?? They look amazing

I paid £1399 + delivery. You gets what you pays for, and they should be worth every penny. Plus, the Stoptechs will fit behind the stock wheels, which could save you a bundle on new rims.

The fact they fit behind the rims is a big plus, still oh so very pricey for breaks! Would love a set but just so much monies!