Honda Civic Type Rx EK9
My agent in Japan presented this pristine condition Honda Civic Type Rx EK9 to me as an auction at HAA Kobe, so I couldn't pass on it. And yes, I won the auction bid! Now I have two legendary Honda B-series as part of my fleet!
Spec & Modifications
As the EK9 Type Rx came in very good condition, the restomod would primarily be focused on wear and tear items; the essentials that keeps a car running well and drives with good responsiveness. The goal is not to put massive amount of power under the hood, this is not the car for that. But rather, build the car to be period-correct from performance perspective, to experience the glory from the past!
The following list is what is being planned as restoration and upgrade items. I'd love to hear your thoughts on it, if you believe there are better alternatives. Drop me a note in the comment below. Cheers!
Component | Brand | Model |
|---|---|---|
Suspension Bushing | Spoon | |
Clutch Hose | TBD | TBD |
Clutch Slave Cylinder | Honda | OEM |
Fuel Filter | Honda | OEM |
Water Pump | Honda | OEM |
Timing Belt | Honda | OEM |
PAS Hose | Chase Bay | |
PAS Pump | OEM | Rebuilt |
Alternator | OEM | Rebuilt |
Tires | Toyo | Proxes R1R |
Exhaust Manifold | TBD | TBD |
Brake - Pads | Endless | Super Street S-sports (SSS) |
Brake - Lines | Endless | Swivel Steel Brake Line Set |
Brake - Rotors | Endless | Brake Rotor Basic Slit |
Exhaust | Spoon | Street Exhaust & B-pipe |
Cooling - Radiator | Koyorad | |
Coolant Hoses | Aftermarket | |
Wheels | White OEM | Used 15 inch EK9 Wheels |
Air Intake | Spoon | OEM Replacement Air Filter |
Suspension - Coilover | Spoon | TBD |