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  1. Kansas Sold: Type R OEM Floor Mats (New)

    I’m selling brand new carpeted floor mats for a FK8 Civic Type R. eBay listing: https://www.ebay.com/itm/125427987890?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=Kqznum08RxK&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=Kqznum08RxK&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
  2. OEM Oil Filter Gasket - Observation

    I made an interesting observation today that may lead to explaining why some members had some minor oil seepage originating from their OEM Honda Filter (15400-PLM-A02). Observation: Upon examining the upper, filter gasket of the OEM filter, I noticed that the gasket did not fully occupy the...
  3. Wheel Weights - Types

    I balanced the wheels on my Type R (CTR) today, and wanted to shed some light on wheel weights. Comparison: Factory weight on left, shop weight on right Notes: I removed the wheel weights prior to having it serviced for this work order. The main reason is that I did not want the technician...
  4. Alcantara Cleaning

    For members that have a Alcantara upholstery, I found a decent cleaner to clean and rejuvenate Alcantara areas in the car. Other cleaners exist on shelves, however, this is one cleaner that I found available on Amazon - Sonax Alcantara Upholstery Cleaner. If you choose this cleaner, then try to...
  5. Acuity Shifter Bushing Removal

    @ACUITY Will a small tool like this battery terminal / wiper arm removal tool work to remove the factory shifter bushings? The C-clips holding the cable linkage are particularly difficult to remove, and in order to not damage the cable, I thought this tool would be great as a way around not...
  6. HVAC - hot air despite low temp setting

    As the title states, I am wondering if anyone is encountering an issue where the climate control system is discharging hot air despite the low temperature setting. Situation: 1. Outside temperature: 45F. 2. Climate Control: Sync ON, Auto OFF, dual temperature set at 65F, A/C OFF, Recirculate...
  7. Mishimoto Oil Catch Can - Cleaning

    From an earlier post this weekend, I was really surprised with the amount of oil blow-by captured from the Mishimoto oil catch can for the Civic Type R. I would say I drive fairly spirited, but more importantly, 80-90% of my driving is in the city. For 1,674 miles, I thought the oil level...
  8. Civic Type R FK8 Lithium Battery Upgrade

    This week, I upgraded the OEM battery in my 2019 Civic Type R with a lithium battery from Antigravity Batteries. For members that are unfamiliar with these types of batteries, these batteries are most widely known for being very light in weight and capable of producing high amperage. With the...


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