Tak - The <3 of my 9th Gen Civic FB2

[Tak]

They have some parts available for Si model, but not a lot

http://passwordjdm.com/CarbonKevlar-Composites-C2875.aspx

That's fine @Michal006 , I will check it out.
How about Skunk2 for the oil and radiator cap? They don't say it for 2012-2015.
Any good brand for oil and radiator cap? I don't want mugen though. Too expensive.

 

[Michal006]

Check K Tuned website and Hybrid Racing. Most of their parts are for Si not much stuff available for R18

I think those are rep Mugen oil caps not sure

https://www.amazon.com/s//www.amazo...s_2?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=mugen oil &rh=i:aps,k:mugen oil&ajr=0

 

[Tak]

Small mods on the way - Engine bay dress up.

Just ordered an oil cap from Password:JDM and put my Skunk2 reservoir cover on the brake fluid tank today.
Now onto getting radiator cap.

Guys, Any brand recommended? I see some sickspeed radiator cap on eBay. Are they good and genuine?

Thanks,

 

[Nix]

I believe Honda rad caps are all the same size. I think sick speed probably makes an "ok" product but rely on colors to sell. My opinion is "ricer crap" but hey, they do make a lot of fun bits and I don't think you'll have any issues with a radiator cap from them. Also, "ricer crap" is pretty fun. I won't hate too much on it. I like pretty anodized bits as much as the next guy. Just maybe don't use them for springs or brake pads and fluid.

That said, I think the legit Mugen rad cap is the same as the stock one with a "Mugen" sticker on it for an extra $75. Yeah, I know there are high pressure rad caps out there but really..... I doubt the real deal Mugen cap is that different from the OEM honda one. I have seen a Mishimoto cap with a temp gauge in it. I thought those were pretty trick bits.

https://www.vividracing.com/catalog...cmp=FullFeed&gclid=COOF2LivzM8CFQkyaQodvewM3w

 

[Twitch]

I would avoid sickspeed stuff. It's junk and the colors will fade in less than a year. I got mine from blackworksracing.

 

[Tak]

I would avoid sickspeed stuff. It's junk and the colors will fade in less than a year. I got mine from blackworksracing.

@Twitch
Unfortunately I cant' find any radiator cap from the website you shared. Do you have a direct link?
@webby @Nix @Twitch
Not sure if the Skunk2 is compatible with 9th gen. Anyone tried that even though it doesn't say it on it website?
http://store.skunk2.com/accessories/radiator-caps.html

Thanks all

 

[Twitch]

The skunk2 cap is probably fine.

I had this one. https://www.vmsracing.com/products/...c-machined-anodized-billet-aluminum-universal

 

[Tak]

The skunk2 cap is probably fine.

I had this one. https://www.vmsracing.com/products/...c-machined-anodized-billet-aluminum-universal

Thanks @Twitch
It looks very good and is very inexpensive than the skunk2. I'm gonna get one now.

 

[bauer311]

Mook d through the description on the one @Twitch posted. It's just a cover not a higher rated radiator cap. Dunno what you're looking for @Tak, but just food for thought.

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[Twitch]

Mook d through the description on the one @Twitch posted. It's just a cover not a higher rated radiator cap. Dunno what you're looking for @Tak, but just food for thought.

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Yes it is just a cap. I figured he was just looking for a bit of dress up piece with no need for anything performance based.

 

[Tak]

Mook d through the description on the one @Twitch posted. It's just a cover not a higher rated radiator cap. Dunno what you're looking for @Tak, but just food for thought.

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@bauer311
Do you have a link about the high rated radiator cap? I want to take a look and compare.

Thanks

 

[Tak]

Yes it is just a cap. I figured he was just looking for a bit of dress up piece with no need for anything performance based.

Yes @Twitch
I want to dress up a bit. But is there any difference using a high rated cap for daily?
I doubt it though in my opinion.

 

[Twitch]

I don't foresee a circumstance in which a lightly modded car would need a high performance radiator cap. I could see if you were running boost or tracking the car how it would be necessary.

My understanding (which could be wrong) is that the cap will allow higher amounts of pressure to build in the system thus letting the antifreeze/water get hotter before boiling. You may need this if you need to run different than oem antifreeze levels or if your car is reaching higher heat levels from boost or intense driving.

However increased pressure could exploit a weak spot in the system. My point of view would be if it's not broken don't mess with it.

 

[Tak]

@Twitch
That's what I thought. High rated cap is a waste of $.
I may just get the one from the link you provided. I assume that cap is equivalent to OEMs performance.

 

[Twitch]

It's a cover for the oem cap. Simply a dress up piece. Nothing changes as far as function.

 

[Tak]

It's a cover for the oem cap. Simply a dress up piece. Nothing changes as far as function.

This is what I like as it's not gonna do any bad other than cosmetic.

 

[Tak]

Just ordered the radiator cap cover in red from vms racing. Will take a pic when the oil cap and radiator cap cover are arrived and installed.

Now I'm thinking about getting the JDM R18 valve cover. I'm not a huge fan of carbon fiber cover. But the JDM cover is kinda expensive with just the ivtec decal on.....

Thanks guys

 

[Nix]

Which year is your car?

 

[Michal006]

My real name is Tak. I fell in love with my chick, "Honda Civic 2012 LX Taffeta White" two years ago and we were married at the Honda dealership of NYC as I was shopping for my daily commuter.

Which year is your car?

1st post, 1st page

 

[Nix]

Thanks man.

So, you have the single year full cover that goes over the spark plugs? The only difference with the JDM one is the i-vtec badge isn't it? Just buy the badge off flea bay!

You have this: (minus the silver heat shield)

Not this:

Correct?