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Old 04-01-2005, 10:00 PM
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I have a dx... that i dropped a 96 ex motor... i love my 4dr w00t eg8
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Yes they have potential. As far as structure tho, you can get tie bars, subframe reinforcements, frame locks, to where it can be just as good as coupes and hatches, so with the work, it can be JUST as good. Hey, the STI is a 4dr, haha.
Plus its easier for the chicks to get in the back.



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Old 04-01-2005, 11:53 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Redline96LX &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Yes they have potential. As far as structure tho, you can get tie bars, subframe reinforcements, frame locks, to where it can be just as good as coupes and hatches, so with the work, it can be JUST as good. Hey, the STI is a 4dr, haha.
Plus its easier for the chicks to get in the back.



My 6th gen 4 door

http://www16.brinkster.com/mikedrive57/civic.htm</TD></TR></TABLE>

i honestly have nothing personal against 4 doors... but dude, wheel base is wheel base. and shorter wheel base means tighter, more responsive turning ability
Old 04-02-2005, 02:10 AM
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a local guy today ran 12.1 in his turbo b16 5th gen 4 door.

any car has potential.
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I used to rock a 5th gen 4 door and it was excellent. With some suspension work you can make front/rear suspension bias really work for you with the 4 door setup. A buddy of mine rocks a B18C5 in his 4 door for autocrossing down in Miami and loves it.
Old 04-02-2005, 02:23 AM
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wow i remember when i raced a white 6th gen 4 door...

that **** killed my friend's prelude...


4dr + b18c =
Old 04-02-2005, 02:32 AM
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Don't be afraid to push the double coupe work on the suspension also. No need to move your seat for an extra passenger or two everyone can have their own door
Old 04-02-2005, 03:30 AM
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lol, Bauley will chime in.
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I rock a 5gen 4 door...built bottom end with 14b hmt kit....
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i rock the 4 door at 11.37 seconds at a time... also looks pimper
Old 04-02-2005, 07:35 AM
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I also roc a 4-door EG. I love the **** out of it!
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True about wheelbase, but with the 6th gen civic, the coupe, sedan, and hatch all have the same wheelbase. In terms of handling, you can get the Civic Type-R subframe and this will increase structural rigidity. Its all about what you want to do, and some things require more upgrading to get to the level you want. I have a LX and have to upgrade most parts to EX before going further to say type-R parts, JDM, aftermarket, high performance parts, etc. But if you get a good base, which a civic is, then with enough work.....i mean the sky's the limit.

I drive a four door LX, holla!
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i have a 4dr and it was a dx moter that was auto now it has a 99 gsr in it and its 5spd and i love it
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by deeksmooth &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

i honestly have nothing personal against 4 doors... but dude, wheel base is wheel base. and shorter wheel base means tighter, more responsive turning ability </TD></TR></TABLE>
So you're the type who immediately thinks coupes are shorter than sedans, eh? Read the link in my sig to see why you're wrong.
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Mm. My 4 doooor.
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A 4D definately has potential. Just upgrade the hell outta it and youre good to go. It all falls into one thing...youre own personal preference. I like the fact that you can create a sleeper with a 4D.
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4drs are great!! Thats' what i rock on GSR blades and it's fun
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I think they are too heavy.
Old 04-04-2005, 05:51 PM
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touring cars are 4 door, they handle great and are fast!
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love my 4dr
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i just acquired a 97 sedan and i think it has great potential as i m going to drop a prelude motor with sportshift transmission into it.
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i personally dont like the looks of 4 door civics. But, if you make it fast then it will be tite
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4 doors arent as heavy as everyone thinks
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definately potential in a 4dr....no doudt

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Default Re: (deeksmooth)

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by deeksmooth &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

i honestly have nothing personal against 4 doors... but dude, wheel base is wheel base. and shorter wheel base means tighter, more responsive turning ability </TD></TR></TABLE>

6th gens all share the same wheelbase.


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