New Member from Melbourne- SB1 Civic + DC2R

[Touge-time]

Hi everyone,

My name is Matt - I like Hondas. I've previously had VWs and an Renault but have finally had the chance to get into a DC2R after my previous daily was written off.

I also have a 73 Civic that I've been fixing for a couple years. It's been a great learning curve and I hope to have that on the road this Summer.



No DC2 photos just yet - I pick it up tomorrow!

I'm here to learn, meet people and get some pointers on getting my car nicely balanced between daily and tame / infrequent track attendance. I've only ever driven on Phillip Island once before but would love to go back!

Cheers,
Matt.

[felixR]

Welcome Matt

[mlracing]

SB1 ftw

[Touge-time]

Thanks for the welcome guys.

About two weeks in and getting to know the car. Certainly a much different beast to my last few cars. Really feels like quite an occasion every time I get in for a drive which is cool.

I do think I've got a drama somewhere in the gearbox or clutch - potentially a clutch throwout bearing or bearings in the gearbox. It's a little noisy even after a trans fluid change to fresh Honda MTF. Also has a littel bit of a knock somewhere so I'll get underneath it properly and inspect mounts and bushings too. Still a fantastic and enjoyable car.

[mlracing]

Which car is noisy? If it's the SB it's probably just how it is haha

[Touge-time]

Both I guess! The Civic is really slow but that's kind of the point I guess. I'm currently overhauling the front brakes.

The Integra does have what sounds like a throwout bearing noise. Still drives OK so for now I'll monitor it and when I have some time drop into a workshop for their advice.

[felixR]

What does this bearing noise sound like? A squeal?