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8th Gen Civic Si Has Major Suspension Issues... (HUGE IMPROVMENT)
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Күн бұрынThe 2008 Honda Civic Si is a car that can feel like a beast on the road. Mine does not. This 8th gen Civic Si that I bought last month is LOOSE. The problem is the old struts, blown lower control arm bushings, and all four sway bar end links are shot. The suspension feels out of control. The car wanders, pulls and does all the wrong things. Today I am going to fix it with a few upgrades. PIC Coilovers, Energy poly bushings, and brand new OEM sway bar end links. Lets see how big of and upgrade this is.
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@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Motivational Trailer Park Boys quote of the day: "Phil Collins : “Listen boy, when you’re under my roof, it’s my rules, and burgers is all about them rules. Burgers were good to me and they’re good to you!”
@titantries Жыл бұрын
What’s your go to burger Choice
@tylerjones9600 Жыл бұрын
For your steering wheel noise try this: Crack loose each bolt (don't remove) for your steering rack. Then re-torque them. Fixed the creaking sound on my fg2.
@gonzalosanchez6387 Жыл бұрын
Man, I'm loving this series because everything you are doing i have to do to my 8th gen si.
@FG2Zim Жыл бұрын
keep the 8th gen content coming! i also have a black fg2! if you want a relatively cheap brake upgrade, buy 04-08 acura tsx front caliper, rotor and pads. still a single piston but the piston/caliper is much larger, rotor is the same diameter but 3mm thicker (more heat capacity), pad is much bigger than the stock si pad
@mikellewis2346 Жыл бұрын
I've done a full polly kit on a older civic and it made a huge improvement. It's definitely worth the hassle.
@aakudev 5 ай бұрын
Does it makes the ride harsher?
@Travis732 Жыл бұрын
It's so nice to have air tools. Makes things easier. The si looks so sick.
@loganamurray64 Жыл бұрын
Honestly even a M12 Stubby couldve everything here
@yukonstriker1703 6 ай бұрын
This is why I keep my 2006 Fg2 fully stock since new..
@Rzz-vv3ox Жыл бұрын
BR (Brazil) here, u got the best videos of Honda cars.
@Farias-jr9hv Жыл бұрын
The best vídeo Of Honda bro
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
@@Farias-jr9hv Thanks guys!
@Farias-jr9hv Жыл бұрын
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@pablotapia9527 Жыл бұрын
Man I love these videos. They’re always so inspiring dude!
@BrandonStellmach Жыл бұрын
Just started watching your videos with the new SI. And I have to say I really have been enjoying them! 👍 👍
@NightFlight1973 10 ай бұрын
I have the same car and I don't know how to do jack to it. It deserves so much better! I'm just here to find out where the suspension bushings are because they are all squeaking and driving me insane!
@IntegraDIY Жыл бұрын
As far as the exterior trim.. replace the belt moldings because the rubber is beat. But the roof and windshield trim.. even the upper door frame moldings can be restored.. GooGone for adhesive, and SEM makes a really great black trim paint, just use Adhesion promoter. And the front cowl.. if it’s not cracked, I would just respray it
@mr.hernandezdrives Жыл бұрын
when my s2000 had grippier and wider tires the steering rack bushings gave out and my sterring cluncked when turning lock to lock. had to go with solid steering mounts and man a big difference plus steering was well improved... i ended up doing inner and outer rods first and it was those damn bushings lol.. anyway stay blessed man, keep grinding
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
I’ll look into it! Thanks for the info 🙏
@JuryRigGarage Жыл бұрын
Hey John, if you end up repainting the cowling you should look into SEM 39143. It matches OEM trim black color, I've had good success with it
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
A friend told me about this. I will give it a shot!
@bambue2946 6 ай бұрын
No one is showing any Love for these PIC Coilovers. Still hard { Pause } to believe I have the same coilovers they're great!
@datboi8140 Жыл бұрын
Pinch welds look good, didn't see any rust underneath. Solid civic, keep up the good content Edit: nvm 5:50 😭
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Rip
@vtecroar6196 8 ай бұрын
Wheels look line 5ZIGEN Imperio Sport RS-1 i have on my FB6 this wheels are gonna kill it.
@JustThePizzaGuy Жыл бұрын
The Honda crv spherical bearing bushing fits the 8th gen and it’s a sealed bearing made by moog
@albertdelbosco9686 Жыл бұрын
Glade I found ur vids just bought a 2009 civic lx. I know it's not a si but want to make it handle.
@seangray4095 Жыл бұрын
This video really made me appreciate my 2006. Almost identical.
@dregsta 7 ай бұрын
Keep it , I have a 2010 fg2 bought it new and will never sell it. New si are 40 gs CAD
@jaypalo Жыл бұрын
Dope video, I love the content man. Subbed ! Honda (& Nissan) for life!
@luispolo6806 Жыл бұрын
Blessings keep pushing 💪🏼🌞🙏
@Lastsight100 Жыл бұрын
Nothing better than feeling like your car is on rails in terms of handling.
@mecpello787 Жыл бұрын
I think that noise while moving the steering wheel is the rack n pinion. I have the same noise. The rack gets internal wear in the right side.
@parkerbethke Жыл бұрын
Imagine an awd 8th gen 😮
@thomasbradley5419 9 ай бұрын
I used a metal grinder and cut my sway bar links off they kept spinning even when I used vice grips haha
@EduardoCruz-xz9hd 7 ай бұрын
Where did you get that stereo with CarPlay? Or did it come with the car when you got it? Nice video btw!
@9krpmlol Жыл бұрын
Killing these videos. Love the 8th gen content
@justinguarino201 Жыл бұрын
Subframe Collars might also help with the overall feel :)
@alphqparticles Жыл бұрын
For the best comfort & performance, I always like to go to factory strut & adjustable coils which = best performance & looks
@shadf7902 Жыл бұрын
No way. Those are tuned for stock soft springs.
@dregsta 7 ай бұрын
Check out koni shocks
@Mr.Gal1kanokus Жыл бұрын
Man I've gotta do the same. Just got the fa5 off my buddy. Once I get my crx back up I'll have to get some shit for the sedan
@supremepaint6264 Жыл бұрын
FG2 GANG 🔥
@FKLK-hy8rq Жыл бұрын
Your steering sound is more than likely the steering rack bushings
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Sweet. Now what?
@FKLK-hy8rq Жыл бұрын
@@boosted_john they are about a 30$ set of bushings on k series parts. Kinda of a pain since subframe has to be dropped but should help the sound its making.
@alexyhuerta10 Жыл бұрын
Love the sneak peek of the new wheels. I had those exact same ones on my old Rsx. 💯💯
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
In real time, I just finished putting them on the car and setting ride height and they are awesome.
@alexyhuerta10 Жыл бұрын
@@boosted_john that’s awesome, can’t wait for the upcoming video to see how it looks.
@Fackler91 Жыл бұрын
Can you do a video of you rust proofing the car? Seeing those inner fenders made me want to paint it
@myPursesuitOfHappiness Жыл бұрын
Your words of wisdom and encouragement in this video are so wise. Today you are my teacher. I’m so proud of you. LY ❤
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Love you mom. Sometimes in life… things happen (gets dark out at 4:30). Lol.
@myPursesuitOfHappiness Жыл бұрын
@@boosted_john You were wise even at age 5! 😂
@hellotcautiver Жыл бұрын
@@boosted_john Mother and son bonding in KZfaq comments - gotta love it
@ekmikeymike1833 Жыл бұрын
Headlights look nice and fresh
@apollonitro4802 Жыл бұрын
You should look into replacing your VTC actuator, it sounds like it went bad
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
How can you tell?
@apollonitro4802 Жыл бұрын
@@boosted_john Whenever you start the car when it's cold you probably hear a rattle, like at 8:13. That's your vtc actuator causing engine knock. It stops once there's enough oil flowing through the solenoid. I had the exact same problem on my fg2 and when I replaced my vtc actuator the knocking after startup stopped
@anthonyepicac1986 Жыл бұрын
Lettme get those old ones lol. All my d2 coilovers and shots are shot. Blown up lol.
@REALSHYT666 Жыл бұрын
Not a fan of the wheel choice 😕 but to each there own. i know i wouldn't put thoes on my 4dr fg2
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
4 door fg2 is not an fg2. 4 door 8th gen si is called FA5 👍
@Bosskillinringo Жыл бұрын
Great video John!!
@surfcaster Жыл бұрын
were you able o find the window seal? i couldnt find it anywhere. its easily available on sedans, not so muc on coups.
@lolmandood Жыл бұрын
Not having enough money for my cars is not motivating.
@garyholguin4709 Жыл бұрын
Where did you get your coilovers try looking on the website and nothing
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
I think I have the last set of pic coilovers for 8th gen in existence
@xcanelo7xrobert392 Жыл бұрын
music a little too loud bruv
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Noted
@giancamacho7346 11 ай бұрын
what about the rear bushings?
@cognac8297 Жыл бұрын
How did the alignment go. Did Firestone make it pull to the right
@jessevasquez5144 Жыл бұрын
where’s the rear view mirror from?
@GhxstMode Жыл бұрын
So you cut the bushings/sleeves with a jigsaw?
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Ye
@Fg4Lucki Жыл бұрын
"grabbed a nice la croix out the fridge"
@greenbackmafia_8655 Жыл бұрын
I have a question I have a 8th gen I want it to be static I changed wheel bearings everything on front end it drives great rides smooth but I want the front lower so I let it down a little more and then the tires are rubbing the spring in the strut in the front
@greenbackmafia_8655 Жыл бұрын
With that said there 17s inch Acura TL wheels tho but what can I do get smaller tires or wheels is that all
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
I think I have a solution to fix this issue and I will be making a video on it sometime in the next 2 months. Subscribe with notifications so you don’t miss it!
@genericname7358 Жыл бұрын
What spring rates are you running?
@moisesrivas1428 Жыл бұрын
Yo I have a 2007 civic si and I have the same problem when I turn stationary it make like a cracking noise any help ?
@kijima_124 Жыл бұрын
Would this work be the same steps as a 06 Lx civic coupe 😀??
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Most likely yes.
@maskedupdae2 Жыл бұрын
Keep making these videos 😀
@TheGreatUniterIsHere Жыл бұрын
Sick wheels i love color ❤🤩
@marcosvega3464 Жыл бұрын
what up John question what wheel specs and tire size you go with loving your build?
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Will release this information in the wheel install video!
@tri00azerath Жыл бұрын
Good video is infact, a good video.
@ttsupra78 Жыл бұрын
Where did you pick up your PIC coilovers? I have Godspeed maxx’s and I’m not really satisfied with them and looking at switching.
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
www.valexracing.com I think I got the last set of PIC in the world, but they have a ton of other options too. Use code boosted5 for 5% off your order.
@ttsupra78 Жыл бұрын
@@boosted_john awesome thank you
@420brown69 Жыл бұрын
Wnats the energy part # for the bushings?
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Link in description my guy.
@alexandergrodriguez6467 Жыл бұрын
What kind of radio/ screen applecar play. Do you have. I have a civic ex-L 2011 would it fir ob my car.
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
It is an Atoto S8 Ultra. It might fit!
@itsyaboigordy9361 Жыл бұрын
Must be nice for ppl to send you stuff for a build so technically is it a build or a funded build ?
@T12i99iN Жыл бұрын
I say let it settle, replace whatever worn out suspension parts and then get it racked and aligned. The car looks good.
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Agreed. Thanks!
@NoBoxingNooLife 10 ай бұрын
He got a good deal on a car that needs new suspension lol bruh.. and that start of the video wasn't even the car your working on
@kontemp Жыл бұрын
What’s the tire size…..
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Will update you on that in a week.
@vic_gst7579 Жыл бұрын
Fg2 or Fa5?
@Pharaoh_The_Great Жыл бұрын
Fg2… fa5 is overrated. Civics should be coupes and hatchback only.
@bronzebullet8640 Жыл бұрын
Legit question bro. Can you put any coilovers on ANY car?
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
No. You have to find ones specific for your car.
@bronzebullet8640 Жыл бұрын
Okay damn looks like I'll need to find a specific car to modify. I wanted to do something entirely different but there aren't parts for every build.
@victorwilks88 Жыл бұрын
Love all the builds !! Like share and subscribe ✌️
@nogernades8470 Жыл бұрын
Bronze wheels... does that mean the car will be blue ?!
@boosted_john Жыл бұрын
Nope!
@jasonmoneypain8470 Жыл бұрын
Goofiest dude on KZfaq.
@timmysfittness903 Жыл бұрын
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