My EK3 Sedan

Me & My Civic®

Here are images of my current ride.

Whenever possible, i'll insert more fotos after every mod... so that visual comparisons can be made...
as well as descriptions of the modz, albeit advantageous or disadvantageous.

(Descriptions + images for any latest accessories or mods will appear right after the car specs, then followed by the previous additions in order)

Manufacturer Specifications (JDM):

Honda Civic VTi Sedan 1996 (Manual)

Chassis Code: JHMEK3*****
Engine Code: D15Z7**** (S.E. Asia Spec.); D15B (JDM Spec.)
Engine Layout: In-Line 1493cc (3-Stage VTEC), 4 Cylinder Water Cooled Serial, Alloy Head & Cast Iron Block.
Valve Gear/Ignition: Single Overhead Camshaft (SOHC), 4 Valves per Cylinder, Variable Valve Timing Ignition & Fuel / Honda 16-Valve PGM FI
Valve Mechanism: SOHC Belt Drive (Intake x2, Exhaust x2)
Maximum Power Output: 130Bhp (97Kw) @7000 RPM (approx. 100Bhp @ drive wheels); Redline @7200 RPM
Maximum Torque: 14.2Kg/m (139Nm) @5300 RPM
Bore/Stroke: 75.0mm x 84.5mm
Drive Installation: Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive; Transverse Mounted
Compression Ratio: 9.4:1 ~ Maximum of 20:1 in 12-Valve Lean Burn Mode (Econo Mode)

Suspension System: Front + Rear ~ Double Wishbone
Stabilizer: Torsion Bar (Front)
Steering Type: Rack & Pinion w/ Power Assist
Minimum Turning Radius: 5 Meters
Brakes: 4 Wheel Disc Brakes + 4 Channel ABS; Front ~ Hydraulic, Disc (Rotor 262mm); Rear ~ Hydraulic, Tray Ring

Gear Ratios:
1st ----> 3.250
2nd ----> 1.782
3rd ----> 1.172
4th ----> 0.909
5th ----> 0.702
Final Drive Ratio ---> 4.058
Reverse ----> 3.153

[23/10/02]

New replacement:

A'PEXi Power Intake Dual Funnel Conical Air Filter + McWell Chrome Plated Heatshield
New addition:
... for aesthetical reasons & guarding from road debris damaging the air-con & engine radiator... an Aluminium Racing Wire Mesh (Front Grille + Bumper) was installed after shearing off the fins on the air-vent... while supporting a flexi-alum. cool air ducting directed towards the A'PEXi PI Air Filter, so as to increase the flow of cold air for better performance.

Pix unavailable at the moment

[16/09/02]

New replacements:

Momo "Corse" Steering Wheel
Räzo Gear Shift Knob
Mugen Style Racing Pedals

Pix unavailable at the moment

[01/08/02]

New replacements:

Brembo Max Disc Brake Rotors (Front only)
Bendix Metalkings Brake Pads (Front + Rear)

I've replaced my worn-out original brake rotors for a pair of world-renowned Brembo brake rotors. Currently, after the 300Km breaking-in of the rotors... i'm more than satisfied with the stopping power of the rotors & pads, which are absolutely fine for street use.
As the Metalkings are fully metallic brake pads, i suppose they will last significantly longer than stock brake pads.

[22/07/02]

Modz:

FK Motorsports Cone Air-Filter + Stainless Steel Intake Tubing
Hotbits 4-2-1 Ceramic Coated Extractor + Down Pipe
Perry Racing High-Flow Catalytic Converter
Super Dynamics Stainless Steel Free-Flow Muffler
Tanabe Front Strut Bar
Exedy 3-Puck Racing Clutch + Exedy Aluminium-Alloy Flywheel
RPM Jet Racing 9mm Spark Plug Cables with RF Suppression
Bosch Super-4 Spark Plugs

Suspension + Wheels:
Koni Street Sport "Yellow" Dampers: Height & Damper adjustable (Front + Rear)
Merwede Euro Springs (Front + Rear)
16" Mugen MF10 Alum. Alloy Rims (Replica)
Falken Azenis ST115 - 205/45R16
Lower Strut Tie Bar (Rear only)

Aerodynamix:
Mugen Rear Wing
Type-R Spoiler Kit (Rear Bumper Lip add-on)

«« Car was bought on 07 July 2002; Pix were snapped on 20 July & uploaded on 22 July »»
With the full installation of a free-flow exhaust system & cone air-filter, my low-end torque has virtually diminished... but increased surge can be clearly felt after 3500rpm. Additionally, the exhaust note is truly wicked.
VTEC kickin' in after 6000rpm is now more apparent.
Needless to say, petrol consumption has increased as well... especially when travelling in the city.
As for the rims... slapping on 16" rims may look cool but maneuverability (when parking, directional change, etc.) requires a lil' bit more effort now, due to the pretty hefty weight of the rims & tyres.
However, the low-profile low-noise grippy ST115s coupled with wider track rims & Koni shox enhances feedback & adhesiveness... Hence, inspiring more confidence during high speed cornering (with the assistance of the front Strut Bar too, of course) & stability during high speed cruising. Nose-Diving has been minimized significantly during intense braking sessions. Traction for stopping & launching has improved drastically as well. Wet weather grip is commendable due to itz tyre track pattern with highly efficient water dispersion characteristics. Well, lastly... i would also like to install a rear Tower Strut Bar & i hope it doesn't obstruct my Infinity Basslink's placement or other ICE upgrades (scroll up this page for my latest additions) in the boot.

Visit the Temple of VTEC to view the write-up on the D15B & the 3 Stage VTEC system

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