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UPDATE: Working on the body and getting it closer....

By JDMcivic92
- Sun Jan 15, 2012 3:49 am #290050 I sold my 92 JDM Civic Hatchback. Now Im starting on something Ive been thinking of for awhile...a 4 door civic. Cant wait to start.

Heres a quick pic, its deffinatly a project but if you remember my Hatch (http://civic-eg.com/viewtopic.php?t=8665&highlight=) then you know Im all about projects.

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Will post more pics asap! Let me know where you think I should start.
Last edited by JDMcivic92 on Wed Mar 28, 2012 3:33 am, edited 9 times in total.
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Looking and wondering about the front brace replacement.

By JDMcivic92
- Sun Jan 15, 2012 11:10 pm #290161 I want to replace this piece (THE COLORED PIECE) on the frame. :? I would rather not go through having to have the frame pulled if I can avoid it.

Is it bolt on?

If so where can I get an aftermarket one.

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By Apexracing
- Mon Jan 16, 2012 12:50 am #290181 Thats the core support, and its welded on the sides. You might be able to find one used or just order it from honda.


Wheres the damage?
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By JDMcivic92
- Mon Jan 16, 2012 12:55 am #290184 Thanks. About $70 bucks to replace with a brand new one.

Its just a minor bend on the passenger side. Keeping the bumper and hood from aligning right.

By EG9-ish
- Mon Jan 16, 2012 1:22 am #290190 Personally I would say it really isn't worth the time or effort for a minor flaw.
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Just another quick pic of the honda.

By JDMcivic92
- Mon Jan 16, 2012 2:05 am #290199 Image

Getting some del sol rims tonight, that way I have four matching rims with new tires.
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By FG2_Andrew
- Mon Jan 16, 2012 5:13 pm #290280 matching wheels ftw! good luck with this buddy.
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Bought some used del sol rims and went to work.

By JDMcivic92
- Tue Jan 17, 2012 12:59 am #290373 I bought some used del sol rims with curb rash and decided since their not on the car to go ahead and try to touch them up a bit. :thumb:
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SUPPLIES:
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RIM STARTING CONDITION:
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STEP ONE:
I sprayed clear coat remover on it to remove the old paint and clear. I then scuffed and sanded the old paint and clear off.

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STEP TWO:
I sprayed the wax and grease remover on the rims and tires and washed them thouroghly to remove any excess paint remover.

STEP THREE:
I taped the rims up then primed and sanded until I thought it was good enough. These are just my temp rims so I did not feel the need to be super picky. I taped the rims so they would have the stainless lip still.
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STEP FOUR:
After priming I sprayed them with coats of gold engine enamel paint. I prefer this paint over rim paint due to Im not spraying bare metal.
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Here is a side by side pic primmer and painted
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STEP FIVE:
After the paint had dried for about 15 minutes I sprayed the clear coat on them to seal the paint and protect it from road debris.
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By dbrooks
- Tue Jan 17, 2012 2:49 am #290383 Nice work. Do you have them fitted yet?
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Lug nut frustration!

By JDMcivic92
- Sun Jan 29, 2012 12:11 am #292431 Still working on trying to get the old rims off. They are all locking lug nuts and no key was given. LOL. :lol: Thats what happens when you buy a honda for $1000
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