Attacking Time in the EP3
Hi all,
I recently purchased a 2002 EP3 Type R and took it pretty much straight to the track as soon as I could. Thought I’d share my progress chasing times and also keen on some feedback and thoughts from others who track their Honda’s.
I’ve owned and tracked my S15 for the past five years with good success but always had a soft spot for the EP3 shape and the K20A and thought… “Why not have both?”
It’s my first time owning a Honda and first experience taking a FWD to the track.. Let the fun times roll!
I purchased the car with:
Ported RBC Manifold
K-tuned Fuel rail
Hybrid Racing 70mm Throttle Body
Injen 3” CAI
PLM Headers
100 cell high flow cat into J’s Racing Catback exhaust
Recaro Pole Position Leather seats
Full Mugen bodykit
Since done:
Removed rear seats (good weight saving)
Whiteline Front Camber bolt kit (also need an alignment)
Whiteline Front Sway links
Advan TCII 17x8.5” +34 wheels
Toyo R888 225/45/17 semis
Intima SR brake pads front and rear
ATE Super Blue Racing Brake Fluid
Cobra Suzuka Pro fixed bucket seat (needs install)
Here’s a clip from my Wakefield trackday last week at a Speed off the Streets day:
Many improvements to be had, I think i’m still driving the car like a RWD but all things considered pretty happy with the time.
The R888’s are a very average semi compared to others I’ve used.
What I’m really surprised at is how well the little Civic handles for stock suspension.
Now looking to the next mods to get into the 1:10’s and below, hitting Wakefield again in March!
Next mods potentially will be:
HEL braided brake lines
T3 4000/5000 front rotors
Staggered wheel setup/different semis
Front splitter
Happy to hear your suggestions and feedback
I recently purchased a 2002 EP3 Type R and took it pretty much straight to the track as soon as I could. Thought I’d share my progress chasing times and also keen on some feedback and thoughts from others who track their Honda’s.
I’ve owned and tracked my S15 for the past five years with good success but always had a soft spot for the EP3 shape and the K20A and thought… “Why not have both?”
It’s my first time owning a Honda and first experience taking a FWD to the track.. Let the fun times roll!
I purchased the car with:
Ported RBC Manifold
K-tuned Fuel rail
Hybrid Racing 70mm Throttle Body
Injen 3” CAI
PLM Headers
100 cell high flow cat into J’s Racing Catback exhaust
Recaro Pole Position Leather seats
Full Mugen bodykit
Since done:
Removed rear seats (good weight saving)
Whiteline Front Camber bolt kit (also need an alignment)
Whiteline Front Sway links
Advan TCII 17x8.5” +34 wheels
Toyo R888 225/45/17 semis
Intima SR brake pads front and rear
ATE Super Blue Racing Brake Fluid
Cobra Suzuka Pro fixed bucket seat (needs install)
Here’s a clip from my Wakefield trackday last week at a Speed off the Streets day:
Many improvements to be had, I think i’m still driving the car like a RWD but all things considered pretty happy with the time.
The R888’s are a very average semi compared to others I’ve used.
What I’m really surprised at is how well the little Civic handles for stock suspension.
Now looking to the next mods to get into the 1:10’s and below, hitting Wakefield again in March!
Next mods potentially will be:
HEL braided brake lines
T3 4000/5000 front rotors
Staggered wheel setup/different semis
Front splitter
Happy to hear your suggestions and feedback
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