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Old 06-28-2005, 05:30 PM
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well i dont know if this is possible, i have a 95' civic coupe full interior and i want it to weigh as much as a hatchback, but still look stock. So if anybody knows anyone in Southern California that can help me with my project let me know please
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to look stock on the inside that would be impossible. do you have the ex? search weight reduction youll find some help.
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yes it is an ex
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This is what you need to do to lighten it:

https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=525936 – Removing Sound Deadening Tar from EG
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=512955 – Removing Carpet from EG
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=512901 – Removing Back Seat from EG
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=690687 – Removing Rear Quarter Trim Panels from EG
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=692729 – Removing Headliner and Pillar Trim Panels from EG

Or, you can read the FAQ thread that is on top of this forum, which you can't miss, and read away.

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even if you did all that youll still be heavier than a hatch. with the same stuff done. i got the same problem. but thats a good start.
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even if i were to do all the stuff i wouldnt even drop 100 pounds. im really looking to drop like 400 pounds if its possible.
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I have a question what is the diff between a p72-2 head and p72-1, i own a 99 usdm gsr and it says p72-1 on the head and my sir-g civic says p72-2 on the head whats the diffrence this question has been plaugeing be for months now?????
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Default Re: (e jay one)

This is a del sol but you get the idea

Almost empty gas tank (2 gallons left) VD -75
Remove cat-back exhaust system R -47
Removed factory A/C, lines, pump, wiring R -43
Remove jack / tools / cover R -22
Remove spare tire R -20
Rear wheels/skinnies (over stock 195-60-14) D -40
Remove passenger seat (over leather stocker) R -33
Front wheels/slicks (over stock 195-60-14) D -32
Remove HVAC system (fan / redirector / console / wiring) R -26
delSol S manual steering rack (over stock power unit) U -22
Remove door motors / lift mechanism R -22
Trim underside of trunk (support web) T -20
Remove radio / speakers / wiring R -17
Carbon fiber hood (over stock hood) U -16
Lexan door windows (over stock glass) U -16
Remove front swaybar (drag only) RD -16
Remove rear bumper reinforcement R -15
Remove windshield wipers / pump / container / lines R -15
JDM ITR 4-1 header (over stocker with heat shield cover) U -14
Lightweight race seat (over leather stockers) U -14
Remove interior carpet / soundproofing (dry ice) R -14
Remove of trunk roof holder / supports R -13
Remove SRS airbags R -13
Remove behind-seat storage compartment R -12
Remove door metal pieces R -12
Remove front bumper reinforcement R -12
Remove rear swaybar (drag only) RD -12
Remove rear window motor/lifter R -12
Remove door mirrors / hardware R -10
Trimmed custom dash / new control console T -10
JUN super lightweight flywheel (over stock) U -9
Remove front window visors / hardware R -9
Trim rear bumper cover T -9
Custom ram-air intake system (over stock system) U -8
Odyssey 680 battery (over stock) U -8
Remove cruise control R -8
Lexan rear window (over stock glass) U -7
Aluminum a/c front engine mount (over stock piece) U -6
Remove under engine cover / trim R -6
Remove aux lights / brackets / wiring R -5
Remove trunk lining / trunk lamp R -5
Unorthodox racing Ultra-R crank pulley (over stock) U -5
Bronze Tint Ameripol polycarbonate roof (over stock metal) U -4
Front bumper cover trimming (96-97 no aux light) T -4
Remove steering wheel knee bolster / plastic cover R -4
Remove plastic under door side trim pieces R -4
Remove VTEC "performance" bar R -4
Trim / reskin door panels (no controls / speaker grills) T -4
Momo Tornado carbon steering wheel (over stock unit) U -3
Remove exhaust heat shields R -3
Remove antenna / wiring R -2
Z.Speed stainless steel brake lines U -2
Energy Suspension bushing master kit U -1
Remove catalytic heat shields R -1
Z.Speed cross-drilled / slotted rotors (over stock) U -1
Z.Speed lightweight lug nuts U -1
Z.Speed short shifter (over stock) U -1
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