EK9 Restoration Project in Trinidad
Thread Starter
Honda-Tech Member
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 17
Likes: 0
From: Trinidad
EK9 Restoration Project in Trinidad
As per the title, I have been looking for an EK9 for quite a while now. Even before I could get my hands on one, I believe I got most of the parts for the supposedly factory condition rebuild even before I bought the car. But then again, I really don’t think a Honda lover, or in fact any car lover could ever have “most of the parts”…..for some reason the part bills just don’t seem to stop.
A substantial amount of funds were spent on this project, and after years of saving for a dream, it doesnt feel that hard on my pocket. I will not disclose how much I spent exactly, but you will be able to read and see almost everything that will be installed. There is no question as to whether I should have built something else. This project is EK9 specific and even though a DC5 was probably an option, the EK9 has always been one of my dream cars.
If you have the time to follow the project, you would realize that the project is being done to perfection. I am taking my time overlooking every aspect of the car from the inside out. Anything unacceptable that comes in my way, it is either repaired or replaced with brand new OEM parts….once I can afford it.
I got my EK9 at a reasonable price. It was actually in good overall condition having done over 180,000 kms. Did I really have to restore it? No. Was anything wrong with engine and gearbox components? Not really. It was well maintained and needed minor servicing. But this is where me being meticulous comes in. It was the reality of knowing that this is a used CTR 1997, and had 4 previous owners. The original engine was removed, a boosted B16A installed, and then the original put back in. And yes we mean the B16B.
I know at some point it was getting a good work out, but I would really never know the true story behind the car. Was a B16A really put in? or was it the B16B that was boosted? What else was tampered with? Any accidents? Right now it doesn’t matter, as everything will be repaired or changed.
Well let me get straight to what all you Honda fanatics are probably looking forward to….progress pictures.
Comments both positive and negative are welcome and I would love to know what you think and what suggestions you may have. Thanks for reading!
A substantial amount of funds were spent on this project, and after years of saving for a dream, it doesnt feel that hard on my pocket. I will not disclose how much I spent exactly, but you will be able to read and see almost everything that will be installed. There is no question as to whether I should have built something else. This project is EK9 specific and even though a DC5 was probably an option, the EK9 has always been one of my dream cars.
If you have the time to follow the project, you would realize that the project is being done to perfection. I am taking my time overlooking every aspect of the car from the inside out. Anything unacceptable that comes in my way, it is either repaired or replaced with brand new OEM parts….once I can afford it.
I got my EK9 at a reasonable price. It was actually in good overall condition having done over 180,000 kms. Did I really have to restore it? No. Was anything wrong with engine and gearbox components? Not really. It was well maintained and needed minor servicing. But this is where me being meticulous comes in. It was the reality of knowing that this is a used CTR 1997, and had 4 previous owners. The original engine was removed, a boosted B16A installed, and then the original put back in. And yes we mean the B16B.
I know at some point it was getting a good work out, but I would really never know the true story behind the car. Was a B16A really put in? or was it the B16B that was boosted? What else was tampered with? Any accidents? Right now it doesn’t matter, as everything will be repaired or changed.
Well let me get straight to what all you Honda fanatics are probably looking forward to….progress pictures.
Comments both positive and negative are welcome and I would love to know what you think and what suggestions you may have. Thanks for reading!
Last edited by Reamos; Mar 1, 2015 at 10:17 PM.
Thread Starter
Honda-Tech Member
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 17
Likes: 0
From: Trinidad
Re: EK9 Restoration Project in Trinidad
Converted body to 99-00...i made a mistake buying Taiwanese parts because the fitment was unacceptable. I ended up buying OEM parts at one of the local JDM import dealers....NOTHING beats OEM spec body parts..
Engine taken out and car sent to paint shop..
Engine taken out and car sent to paint shop..
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
Honda-Tech Member
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 17
Likes: 0
From: Trinidad
Re: EK9 Restoration Project in Trinidad
Engine work begins !!!.....
Stock rebuild for now, 100% clean up, so far we did a new OEM .25 piston kit overbore, new oil/water pump, seals, fittings, hoses etc...
Exedy Stage 1 Clutch Kit w/Lightened Flywheel...
Alot more parts were changed, will type up all when i get time...Block work is almost done, Head work to follow, will post pics as soon as I see some progress.
Stock rebuild for now, 100% clean up, so far we did a new OEM .25 piston kit overbore, new oil/water pump, seals, fittings, hoses etc...
Exedy Stage 1 Clutch Kit w/Lightened Flywheel...
Alot more parts were changed, will type up all when i get time...Block work is almost done, Head work to follow, will post pics as soon as I see some progress.
Thread Starter
Honda-Tech Member
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 17
Likes: 0
From: Trinidad
Re: EK9 Restoration Project in Trinidad
Evening gents,
Just got my OEM EK9 wheels power coated.
Top class finish, awaiting brand new center caps from Lings.
May wrap it in some Michelins 195/55/15
The guys here were unable to get the NHO/NH-0 OEM colour, so RAL 9010 looked just fine!
Just got my OEM EK9 wheels power coated.
Top class finish, awaiting brand new center caps from Lings.
May wrap it in some Michelins 195/55/15
The guys here were unable to get the NHO/NH-0 OEM colour, so RAL 9010 looked just fine!
Honda-Tech Member
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 2,297
Likes: 1
From: CANADO
