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Old 11-27-2005, 06:40 PM
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After 19 various cars throughout the years, I have decided to build yet another Honda.

This time, I'm going ***** to the wall. You may remember me about 6 years ago with one of the original LS/VTEC setups in a white '94 Civic Coupe that ran 12's (quick for it's time).

Well, I never lost the love for the '92-'95 Coupe bodystyle, so I am utilizing it once again. This SFWD purpose built vehicle is based on a '93 EX chassis, and will be undergoing some extensive work for this coming race season. A few of the highlights of the car are 16-inch JDM ITR wheels (street use), 5-lug ITR conversion (obviously), full Championship White paint inside and out (I miss my '98 ITR #587), cage, and 1.9L transplant running lots of boost. For those who don't know me... most people will tell you I am borderling OCD so this car should come out clean

I shall keep updated pictures in this thread to document the build as it takes place. My girlfriend and I started tearing the car down a week ago, and are here now:






... next season will be FUN, and from what I hear... Connecticut cars will be making a strong showing at a bunch of the eastcoast events!

- Louis
Old 11-27-2005, 06:43 PM
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when tearing down a car, is that how you normally tear out a window

good luck
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I remember Seeing you at Desoto running those times in the White Coupe!

Glad to see your still in the game! I dont own a honda Anymore, But i do enjoy this site and all the great information I learn!

Good luck

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Old 11-27-2005, 06:46 PM
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Up for CT, thats what i like to see!!!!

i like the windshield removal, **** is tight!!!!
Old 11-27-2005, 06:50 PM
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Yeah, I couldn't wait for the glass guy to get here, so I took care of business with a sledge hammer.

More progress has taken place since the pics. The booster, master cylinder, etc. are all out now. Going to prep the car for the cage and engine bay MIG'ing.

And yeah, I'm up in Connecticut now. To Rainman, yes that was me at Desoto, I miss Florida so much!

- Louis
Old 11-27-2005, 06:52 PM
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It's about time you built another car Louis. Can't wait to see how it turns out. Good luck with it!


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Sounds like from your experience that this car will be amazing.
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Sickness. I was there for the last 12 second pass, can't wait to see what this car does.
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Thats pretty dope that your girlfriend helped you out with tearing the car down. Does she have a sister?
Old 11-27-2005, 07:12 PM
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Nope, just a brother... but he's single.
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post updatessssss
Old 11-27-2005, 07:30 PM
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The thread just started 10 minutes ago and you want updates already? Haha...

I just ate a bowl of Cookie Crisps, not much else is new!
Old 11-27-2005, 07:36 PM
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Might want to rethink the ITR 5-lug conversion so you can run 13" wheels and actually be competitive in SFWD/T4.
Old 11-27-2005, 09:14 PM
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19 cars you've had? holy ****
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best of luck to you hope you get her done before the season starts again.
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good to know im the only OCD person on H-T...when it comes to cars of course good luck sounds sick.
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nice project
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oh nice , cant wait to see this one get going

i still cant believe your GF helped you.. you are a lucky man
Old 11-28-2005, 05:50 AM
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Oh snap! This thing should be sick, Lou! Give me a ring some time if you want some company while you work on that POS!

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Louis, coupe looks good.

when u want me to bring my bucket?
Old 11-28-2005, 06:48 AM
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Anthony: I expect you, Tom, and anyone else, to come and help out once the drivetrain is ready to plop in! Give me a ring, I want to hear about this new NA setup you've got going on!

Ruben: I'm ready when you are! Give me a ring to discuss the buildup of the hatch!

Old 11-29-2005, 07:55 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by HybridKOOP &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

Ruben: I'm ready when you are! Give me a ring to discuss the buildup of the hatch!

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I gotta finish my motor before I bring to u. I'm in the process of buying intercooler and some other stuff. I'l be giving u a call soon. hit me up if u need any help.
Old 11-29-2005, 08:24 AM
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i agree about the dithcing the 5lug for a more useful 4 lug setup...unless you're going to just have redrilled rotors and stock civic calipers on a 5 lug hub
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by MrDanger &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
i still cant believe your GF helped you.. you are a lucky man </TD></TR></TABLE>

**** if my girl was around id throw her a wrench and tell her to get busy
Old 11-29-2005, 09:07 AM
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It looks like I WILL be using 5-lug hubs, 5 lug discs, and GSR calipers in order to clear the 13-inch wheel. I'm simply in love with my 16 inch ITR wheels, and really don't want to be swapping out front end suspensions on racedays.

And to m R g S R, I will have to post pics of my girlfriend sometime working on my car. She's not your average looking "garage" type of girl if you know what I mean (butchy)

- Louis


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