What did you do to your Type R today?

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Nice. Did you apply with a brush or roller? Which size (8-oz, 16-oz) did you buy?
I got the 16oz kit and used the included roller to apply.

Hey mate - just a tip. Apply it SUPER THICK. Also - on your emblem. Good luck getting it off there - it's a nightmare. However, it gives amazing protection. Just remember, put on like 6 coats on EVERYTHING, or else is SUCKS to take off. Please mask off the seams, as well, because it will seep in there and is tough to take off.
Appreciate the tip. I applied all of one bottle so far. I'm thinking I've got 3-4 coats on already. Should I slap the second bottle on it as well? I did not mask the seems but I didn't paint over them. I tried to leave a half inch untreated border on everything I coated, probably with mixed success. My emblem is already cracked in a few places so I'll need a new one soon anyhow.

A single 8oz bottle will be fine for the front end of the Type R. Apply it super super thick. Like 6+ coats so it peels off easier. I didn't do this, and well, it sucks.
I suppose peeling will suck to an extent but when I get back, I can let it sit in the garage until it's clean so I'll do it slowly over time if it presents itself a pain.

Overall I'm happy with the product for what it is and does as well as the cost. This was my first experience with it so I expect to be embarrassed by the outcome but I plan to do this for most (if not all) road trips going forward so I'll get better. Definitely appreciate the tips though!
 

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I got the 16oz kit and used the included roller to apply.


Appreciate the tip. I applied all of one bottle so far. I'm thinking I've got 3-4 coats on already. Should I slap the second bottle on it as well? I did not mask the seems but I didn't paint over them. I tried to leave a half inch untreated border on everything I coated, probably with mixed success. My emblem is already cracked in a few places so I'll need a new one soon anyhow.


I suppose peeling will suck to an extent but when I get back, I can let it sit in the garage until it's clean so I'll do it slowly over time if it presents itself a pain.

Overall I'm happy with the product for what it is and does as well as the cost. This was my first experience with it so I expect to be embarrassed by the outcome but I plan to do this for most (if not all) road trips going forward so I'll get better. Definitely appreciate the tips though!
Another couple tips. Don't try to peel it off when hot. Let the car cool completely and out of the sun. I let my car sit over night.

When it does come to peeling, have your hose on and actively flowing over it. It will help break the bond somehow and makes peeling super easy.

I had a dentist pick for getting around the emblem. Take your time when peeling and do whatever you can to take it off in a single sheet.

I got caught in a hard down pour at 70mph. Once I picked speed back up, my super thick wrap flew off the car.

The stuff is amazing and it doesn't leave anything behind when peeled.
 

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Installed OEM mirror housing turn signals with Mugen mirrors.

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Here is a parts list. All are US based parts with exception of the top left; that is a UK based part. You can get that at Cox Motorparts. For the bottom middle part number, you need 4 since those are the screws to mount the LEDs to the housing. Cost of the OEM parts, about $210 shipped using Honda Parts Guys and Cox Motorparts.

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I used a couple of write ups found in the DIY forum on how to disassemble the mirror assembly, and how to install the Mugen mirrors.
Everything pictured including mugen mirrors only cost $210??
I’m definitely interested in this mod! Ok to pm for more details?
 


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Everything pictured including mugen mirrors only cost $210??
I’m definitely interested in this mod! Ok to pm for more details?
Just the OEM parts were $210ish shipped. Mugen mirrors were about $230-240 shipped on top of that.
 

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Just the OEM parts were $210ish shipped. Mugen mirrors were about $230-240 shipped on top of that.
Thanks for clarifying...Do you know if this mod can be done using stock mirrors to just add outer housing blinker? $210 sounds pretty good if so...tia
 

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Thanks for clarifying...Do you know if this mod can be done using stock mirrors to just add outer housing blinker? $210 sounds pretty good if so...tia
There are no provisions for mounting the LED itself with the stock mirror housing. The only parts I changed from the stock mirror assembly is the housing and front trim (both come together with the part numbers I posted), everything else is reused/added to.

This link will give you a better idea...https://www.civicx.com/threads/diy-adding-turn-signal-lights-to-si-ex-side-mirrors.19619/
 


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Installed a Radium PCV Oil Catch Can. Wasn’t too difficult. Knocked it out at break and during lunch.

Had prepped the hose fittings last week so that saved abit of time.

Still need find some time to install the CCV catch can.

I’m at 20,000 miles. Wish I had known about the benefits of oil catch cans sooner.

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