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phyregod · 05-05-2009, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by b18a1build

Let me know what you guys think

I think you have a hell of a handfull! But if you bring a rex back from the dead, more power to you! Stick with it, I'd love to see this car all cleaned up and nice again.

b18a1build · 05-06-2009, 09:26 AM

hehe thanks, I definitly will stick with it. I cant wait to start ordering parts! but first I have to get rid of my other honda so I can have more money lol.

b18a1build · 06-15-2009, 12:36 AM

Hey guys been a while since I have updated, I have had some issues with my Accord I had to get fixed. But now I am back on track with the rex. I got some wheels I found on craigslist for only $80 with damn near brand new tires. I dont know what they are from but they do have the Honda center caps. They look exactly like the Acura CL wheels, but those are 5 lug. Anywho, I have changed my game plan for getting the car going. I am going to do suspension work first, including brakes and such, then move on to the motor (Unless my Accord sells, lol). Heres a picture of how she sits right now. Only thing different is the wheels right now.

Korax · 06-15-2009, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by b18a1build

I am going to do suspension work first, including brakes and such, then move on to the motor.

Damn straight, do it the right way.

b18a1build · 06-15-2009, 11:42 AM

Alright I do have one poll I need answered from everyone. I have read a lot of posts about a good suspension combo, but never a real straight forward answer for ef's. What combo do you have and do you like it?

b18a1build · 07-16-2009, 10:37 PM

Alright everyone, the slowest build ever is still moving along....slow...

I did start getting the body sanded down, I honestly have never seen so much bondo on a car in my life. There really isnt too much rust, but seriously unnecessesary bondo everywhere! I have the passenger rear quarter almost finished up and I am happy with the little amount of rust. Other than that, I also got the interior fully gutted including the dash (which, by the way, thank god i did because I found a mouse nest above the glovebox area). I would also really like to have a black on blue interior...dont know what that would look like, might photoshop it first, anyone have anything like that?

But, as far as parts go I have gathered a couple new parts for the rex:

New Fenders

(by the way...$50 for the pair, and they are minty fresh)

New Rear Bumper (Off the same car as the fenders)

And last but not least,for now, a new passenger door panel:

Next paycheck I'll have enough saved to possibly order some suspension parts, but I am still debating what to go with so I might wait to order the parts until I buckle down on some quality stuff.

rickscrx · 07-18-2009, 09:57 AM

do you still have the si tranny if so pm me and let me know how much. thanks

b18a1build · 07-26-2009, 05:40 PM

Alright, so I got the first suspension parts finally. Bought them from 1.8crx here on hs. They are KYB Gr-2's, from what I have read these are pretty simple shocks and struts with a little bit better than oem feel. Now, I have been reading around and shopping and I found a brand new set of Tenzo Springs. Has anyone used these and are they any good? Some pics of the shocks/struts:

Please let me know what you guys think of the Gr-2 set-up with Tenzo springs.

efhondakid · 07-26-2009, 09:30 PM

Those dont look like EF shocks, that or my mind is not working.

b18a1build · 07-26-2009, 09:33 PM

Not what I wanted to hear...lol

efhondakid · 07-26-2009, 09:42 PM

The fronts look right, but the rears look too long and dont have the forked end, unless your running type r rear lcas.

b18a1build · 07-26-2009, 09:56 PM

shit you are totally right I just looked it up...wow, this kinda sucks.

**fail**

GlassHeadlights · 07-27-2009, 12:50 PM

For the tail lights, use a 1000 grit sand paper, wet sand it then use a buffer to make them shine again. If you go under 1000 grit you could scratch the lights and make it really hard to get out.

hondalover88 · 07-27-2009, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by b18a1build

shit you are totally right I just looked it up...wow, this kinda sucks.

**fail**

thats stuff that happens thats why i always double and triple check my stuff but you can easy sell those

b18a1build · 07-27-2009, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by hondalover88

thats stuff that happens thats why i always double and triple check my stuff but you can easy sell those

Yeah I have em for sale on craigslist and if anyone needs a set of Kyb's for their 88 rex let me know. I bought them for 115, Ill let sell em for 90 +shipping. Anyways, good news is I just ordered a Brand New set of Kyb's. I knew I should have just done that in the first place. Oh well, need to learn somehow I suppose. I far as the sanding goes for the tails, its really weird that you brought that up because I just tried that today, It worked, but it is kind of cloudy, would the buffing take that out?

DESPAIN · 07-27-2009, 04:18 PM

Yeah if they are just cloudy than a good buff should make em shiney and clear.......

b18a1build · 07-27-2009, 04:42 PM

Ill have to give it shot, Ill post pics of what I can do.

Magana559 · 07-28-2009, 07:31 AM

looking good

b18a1build · 07-28-2009, 05:11 PM

So I scratched the whole sanding down the taillights idea because it would almost cost me as much money in sand paper as it would just to get some new looking used ones. Also, it took about 10-15 minutes just to sand down about a 1x1 inch because this fool used what looks to be about 3 or 4 layers plus a clear coat lol. Anywho, now I am in search for some 90-91 tails, I like the looks of those ones better.

b18a1build · 07-31-2009, 10:23 AM

Happy Birthday me!

b18a1build · 08-04-2009, 05:00 PM

Finally had the time to make it down to my car to only be able to do a little work on it. Got the fenders test fitted as well as the rear bumper. All looks great. Got some more sanding of the body done. I also got a sand blasting kit so I am stoked to try that out as soon as I go pick some sanding material up. Other than that heres some pictures for you guys. Nothing too special yet. Oh and by the way. In about 1 month Ill be headed to Canada to pick up my b16

(Cheaper to drive there and grab it). I am also pondering picking up a h22 for my accord. Either way, ill keep everyone (if anyone is watching) posted.

This part worries me a little, I think we will be able to patch it up, but its going to take some time.

efhondakid · 08-04-2009, 05:06 PM

I still got that H22 head, G23 the accord.

b18a1build · 08-04-2009, 05:11 PM

Byron whats your price on that head? Cus theres a guy around here with a h22 block, maybe ill just build it from ground up

efhondakid · 08-04-2009, 08:07 PM

I dont know make me an offer.

b18a1build · 08-04-2009, 09:03 PM

shit bro I dont know what a good price on a h22 head is. Lets start at $50

05-06-2009, 09:26 AM	#27
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	hehe thanks, I definitly will stick with it. I cant wait to start ordering parts! but first I have to get rid of my other honda so I can have more money lol. __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza

06-15-2009, 12:36 AM	#28
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	Hey guys been a while since I have updated, I have had some issues with my Accord I had to get fixed. But now I am back on track with the rex. I got some wheels I found on craigslist for only $80 with damn near brand new tires. I dont know what they are from but they do have the Honda center caps. They look exactly like the Acura CL wheels, but those are 5 lug. Anywho, I have changed my game plan for getting the car going. I am going to do suspension work first, including brakes and such, then move on to the motor (Unless my Accord sells, lol). Heres a picture of how she sits right now. Only thing different is the wheels right now. __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza

06-15-2009, 11:42 AM	#30
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	Alright I do have one poll I need answered from everyone. I have read a lot of posts about a good suspension combo, but never a real straight forward answer for ef's. What combo do you have and do you like it? __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza

07-16-2009, 10:37 PM	#31
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	Alright everyone, the slowest build ever is still moving along....slow... I did start getting the body sanded down, I honestly have never seen so much bondo on a car in my life. There really isnt too much rust, but seriously unnecessesary bondo everywhere! I have the passenger rear quarter almost finished up and I am happy with the little amount of rust. Other than that, I also got the interior fully gutted including the dash (which, by the way, thank god i did because I found a mouse nest above the glovebox area). I would also really like to have a black on blue interior...dont know what that would look like, might photoshop it first, anyone have anything like that? But, as far as parts go I have gathered a couple new parts for the rex: New Fenders (by the way...$50 for the pair, and they are minty fresh) New Rear Bumper (Off the same car as the fenders) And last but not least,for now, a new passenger door panel: Next paycheck I'll have enough saved to possibly order some suspension parts, but I am still debating what to go with so I might wait to order the parts until I buckle down on some quality stuff. __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza

07-26-2009, 05:40 PM	#33
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	Alright, so I got the first suspension parts finally. Bought them from 1.8crx here on hs. They are KYB Gr-2's, from what I have read these are pretty simple shocks and struts with a little bit better than oem feel. Now, I have been reading around and shopping and I found a brand new set of Tenzo Springs. Has anyone used these and are they any good? Some pics of the shocks/struts: Please let me know what you guys think of the Gr-2 set-up with Tenzo springs. __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza


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07-18-2009, 09:57 AM	#32
rickscrx Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: sevierville, TN Age: 45 Posts: 4 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 90 crx. 06 scion xb Rep Power: 0	do you still have the si tranny if so pm me and let me know how much. thanks

07-26-2009, 09:30 PM	#34
efhondakid My name is Byron. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Akron-Canton, Ohio Age: 20 Posts: 5,421 iTrader: 2 / 100% Ride: 89' DX Hatch w/B16 Rep Power: 221	Those dont look like EF shocks, that or my mind is not working. __________________ ^ (dont listen) Dont PM me with tech questions. I will not answer them. There is a hidden message here. *"Motor swaps, turbo kit installs, diagnostics, minor repairs, minor fab and bodywork. Located in Akron-Canton area PM me for more details."* "In the dice game of life who gets the last roll?"

07-26-2009, 09:33 PM	#35
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	Not what I wanted to hear...lol __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza

07-26-2009, 09:42 PM	#36
efhondakid My name is Byron. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Akron-Canton, Ohio Age: 20 Posts: 5,421 iTrader: 2 / 100% Ride: 89' DX Hatch w/B16 Rep Power: 221	The fronts look right, but the rears look too long and dont have the forked end, unless your running type r rear lcas. __________________ ^ (dont listen) Dont PM me with tech questions. I will not answer them. There is a hidden message here. *"Motor swaps, turbo kit installs, diagnostics, minor repairs, minor fab and bodywork. Located in Akron-Canton area PM me for more details."* "In the dice game of life who gets the last roll?"

07-26-2009, 09:56 PM	#37
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	shit you are totally right I just looked it up...wow, this kinda sucks. fail __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza Last edited by b18a1build; 07-26-2009 at 10:21 PM.

07-27-2009, 04:42 PM	#42
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	Ill have to give it shot, Ill post pics of what I can do. __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza

07-28-2009, 07:31 AM	#43
Magana559 señor member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: fresno Ca Age: 21 Posts: 630 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 95 Teggy Rep Power: 11	looking good __________________ Tired Of Having My Car Broken Down Will Some One please Slap Some Knowledge In My Head? Reptiles Rock!

07-28-2009, 05:11 PM	#44
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	So I scratched the whole sanding down the taillights idea because it would almost cost me as much money in sand paper as it would just to get some new looking used ones. Also, it took about 10-15 minutes just to sand down about a 1x1 inch because this fool used what looks to be about 3 or 4 layers plus a clear coat lol. Anywho, now I am in search for some 90-91 tails, I like the looks of those ones better. __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza

07-31-2009, 10:23 AM	#45
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	Happy Birthday me! __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza

08-04-2009, 05:00 PM	#46
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	Finally had the time to make it down to my car to only be able to do a little work on it. Got the fenders test fitted as well as the rear bumper. All looks great. Got some more sanding of the body done. I also got a sand blasting kit so I am stoked to try that out as soon as I go pick some sanding material up. Other than that heres some pictures for you guys. Nothing too special yet. Oh and by the way. In about 1 month Ill be headed to Canada to pick up my b16 (Cheaper to drive there and grab it). I am also pondering picking up a h22 for my accord. Either way, ill keep everyone (if anyone is watching) posted. This part worries me a little, I think we will be able to patch it up, but its going to take some time. __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza Last edited by b18a1build; 08-04-2009 at 05:06 PM.

08-04-2009, 05:06 PM	#47
efhondakid My name is Byron. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Akron-Canton, Ohio Age: 20 Posts: 5,421 iTrader: 2 / 100% Ride: 89' DX Hatch w/B16 Rep Power: 221	I still got that H22 head, G23 the accord. __________________ ^ (dont listen) Dont PM me with tech questions. I will not answer them. There is a hidden message here. *"Motor swaps, turbo kit installs, diagnostics, minor repairs, minor fab and bodywork. Located in Akron-Canton area PM me for more details."* "In the dice game of life who gets the last roll?"

08-04-2009, 05:11 PM	#48
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	Byron whats your price on that head? Cus theres a guy around here with a h22 block, maybe ill just build it from ground up __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza

08-04-2009, 08:07 PM	#49
efhondakid My name is Byron. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Akron-Canton, Ohio Age: 20 Posts: 5,421 iTrader: 2 / 100% Ride: 89' DX Hatch w/B16 Rep Power: 221	I dont know make me an offer. __________________ ^ (dont listen) Dont PM me with tech questions. I will not answer them. There is a hidden message here. *"Motor swaps, turbo kit installs, diagnostics, minor repairs, minor fab and bodywork. Located in Akron-Canton area PM me for more details."* "In the dice game of life who gets the last roll?"

08-04-2009, 09:03 PM	#50
b18a1build Gay username^ Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kzoo Michigan Age: 21 Posts: 521 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 97 Accord & 91 hf Rep Power: 19	shit bro I dont know what a good price on a h22 head is. Lets start at $50 __________________ 97 f22 Accord exedy stage 2 clutch Full exhaust from header to muffler Cold air 17" Motegi Ro_Ja's Brembo rotors/pads ----------------------- 91 Crx Hf restoration: Motor: OBD-1 JDM B16a Trans: Hydro b16 for now Tokico Blues H&R Sport Springs Front Si Brakes Energy End Links/Bushings ....check out my build thread http://hondaswap.com/civic-crx-ef/ne...ration-281596/ Add me on Xbox Live!--- C Reese 517 cod4/waw/forza

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