Project milano red dc2

[killa_vtec]

Rather than updating the member rides thread every other week, I've decided to start a build up thread... some of you guys may have already seen these pics before.. here we go
After going through 11 civics it was time for a much needed change... So I entered the world of TYPE aaaaaaaaaaaah...I was in love with driving again

This baby is packed with all the goodies one could ask for!
1998 Spec 4-1 Exhaust manifold
Decat pipe (OE catalyst included)
Vision R N1 Exhaust System
EP Racing Carbon Airbox
J's Racing Oil Cap
J's Racing Rad Cap
J's Racing Magnetic sump plug
Tegiwa Engine Torque damper
Tegiwa Brake Master Cylinder Stopper
Mugen and Blitz reservoir covers
Magnecor KV85 Competition Ignition Leads
Honda Hamp Oil filter
NGK Platinum plugs
Defi Link 115mm Tacho
Defi Link 60mm Oil Temp Gauge
Defi Link Controller 2
Defi Link shift Indicator
D1 Spec Earthing kit
Tenzo R Battery Tie
Gold VTEC Solenoid cover
BC Racing BR Series Coilover Suspension
Cusco replica floor brace
Tegiwa Rear Strut Brace
Beaks Rear lower Tie Bar
HID headlight conversion
Seibon Carbon Fibre Bonnet (Brand New)
Yokohama S Drive Tyres (nearly new)
DC5 pedal covers
98 Spec gear gaitor
Toad Cat 1 Alarm with remote central locking and proximity sensor warning.



I didn't know where to start as there was already so much done (all credit to previous owner)... the brakes were going to
need doing at some point so I decided to upgrade from 262's to 282'2... the braking felt so much better
here's what I used
- Mintex discs and pads (MB6 fitment)
- MB6 calipers and carriers
- 5mm wheel spacers

It was fairly a straight forward conversion, I didn't need to use any washers at all...

At around about this stage I also got rid of the Vision R exhaust, it was far too loud for me however crazy it sounded it
vtec... replaced it with the standard jdm system, it sounds brilliant imo coupled with the 98 spec manifold and decat..

 

[killa_vtec]

Here's a few pics taken earlier after removing the carbon bonnet, car has also been lowered a little bit more

I have decided to try out the black on red theme, so here's whats been done and whats needs doing still...
Tinted rear windows
96 spec wheels currently being done in black (will also have a set in white if it doesn't work)
carbon bonnet back on

To be done
spoon style carbon lip
clutch and lightened flywheel (hopefully this week)
carbon wrap the roof, wing mirrors?
98 spec rear bumper

so here it is

 

[killa_vtec]

I payed Saint Matt a visit to get a new clutch and lightened flywheel put in (he made it look so easy, im sure he could
of done it with his eyes closed lol) at the same time he serviced it for me too once again Matt thanks..
I went for the OEM clutch with F1 racing flywheel I think it was 4.4kg

The flywheel has made a noticeable improvement to acceleration, next job is to hopefully get some engine mounts...

I picked up some new wheels on friday.. 15" Buddyclub p1's gave them a good clean and wax and got them fitted

With these wheels I was able to remove the 5mm spacers on the front to clear the brakes but I left the spacers on at the back, I think it sits just rite now.. I need to get the tracking sorted and get some adjustable camber and toe arms...
next on the shopping list is a spoon style carbon front lip

 

[EK9dan]

What a gorgeous car.

 

[nealt2000]

First dibs if you ever sell up, looks awesome!

 

[killa_vtec]

Thanks for the comments guys... I don't think i'll be selling up anytime soon mate lol

 

[Skunk2]

congrats mate sweet DC2-R

 

[killa_vtec]

UPDATE** picked up a Mugen twin loop got it fitted today

 

[JDMarron]

Wow car looks awesome mate. Real good going

 

[sharbel]

That car is Butter !!!

amazing

 

[sifikat_10ek4]

I like it so much

 

[021-bennettt]

Holy crap i just fell in love with this teg in red..i want it!

 

[killa_vtec]

Thank you for all the nice comments guys , more updates soon

 

[kon0089]

nice project , love the colour Btw is it just me or the twinllop has a masive dent on the underside ?

 

[Gav-EK9]

gorgeous ! never seen a red one in the flesh looks stunning, prefer the original wheels on it just my opinion though

 

[killa_vtec]

**Update**
spot the difference... fairly obvious

Yup thats ryt.. did the wheels championship white and put the red bonnet back on.. really happy with the way it's looking now.. I also changed the mintex pads to oem Honda ones as the mintex ones leave so much brake dust... not good with white wheels

Would like some red wheels nuts to go with the wheels and also need to find some centre caps

 

[Fagan]

Stunning, looks so much better without the carbon bonnet.

Got the twinloop fitted yet?

 

[killa_vtec]

Stunning, looks so much better without the carbon bonnet.

Got the twinloop fitted yet?

Thanks, yeh fitted the twinloop was very happy with the sound etc, however ive sold it on now.. the centre box was scrapping all over the place, didnt want to ruin it so took it off and sold it pretty gutted tbh.. saying that in terms of performance I didnt notice any difference between stock and the twinloop

 

[Fagan]

What exhaust are you for now then chap, or are you sticking with standard?

 

[killa_vtec]

What exhaust are you for now then chap, or are you sticking with standard?

Standard one will do me fine for now... but will keep an eye out for a decent 2.5" system