hope you like :-)

http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/281710_10150264485094057_504384056_7279211_6611630 _n.jpg
Looks great! now I really can't wait for mine. Nice job!

Wrong size tires but still looks pretty cool. The other pic is what it used to look lke.

Wrong size tires but still looks pretty cool. The other pic is what it used to look lke.

Edgie...I dig the wheels, it gives your ride an entirely different look. "NICE!"

Chief

so what model car would I need to order for to get some lower control arms an beaks bar to fit a 06 element??

so what model car would I need to order for to get some lower control arms an beaks bar to fit a 06 element??

Skunk2 and Function 7 both make lower control arms for the Element, they use the same ones for the Acura RSX. The Beaks Sub Frame Tie Bar is for the Civic EK and will have to be modified to fit your ride.

Chief

As Chief stated, the LCAs that will work with an 05 - 06 Acura RSX will work
on the E. Eibach and KSport make them as well. If you would just do a search,
you will find SEVERAL threads on LCAs for the E. If you have on 07+ E, then
the LCA will not fit unless you have one of the mounting holes modified from
a 12mm to a 14mm opening.

Here is one of the many threads out there:

http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=58655&highlight=lower+control+arms

referring to those beaks lower tie bars - get the civic EK one. just about the same length as the lower sub frame with either DC5 mounting brackets or with custom mounts. all easily do-able

^^ let me re-quote myself

Here's my tuner :)

Very Noice! I saw your thread on painting your rims. Excellent job!

Edgie...I dig the wheels, it gives your ride an entirely different look. "NICE!"

Chief

Thanks Darth, Just need to get some 50 series tires. Tires wrong series.

Got extremely bored today and decided to whip up a quick photoshop of an Element with the S2000 CR wheels. Although not too accurate, it gives an impression on how it would look. Not too shabby by any means ^^

http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/1530/hondaelement.jpg

Got extremely bored today and decided to whip up a quick photoshop of an Element with the S2000 CR wheels. Although not too accurate, it gives an impression on how it would look. Not too shabby by any means ^^

The whole car looks great! Did you photoshop the car's color to compliment the wheels? If so, you succeeded!

Since you're doing such a great job...can you lower it too? :-D

Chief

I'll definitely give it a shot. Stay tuned for update.

EDIT: @chelement3 - yes, the original colour was SOP. All I did was desaturate the coloured parts to give it almost a metallic black look.

And it's done! I added an HKS Hi-Power exhaust to it just for kicks.

Out of curiosity, is it even possible to actually fit S2000 wheels onto the E?

http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/1530/hondaelement.jpg

And it's done! I added an HKS Hi-Power exhaust to it just for kicks.

Out of curiosity, is it even possible to actually fit S2000 wheels onto the E?



It may be possible.

http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23938

And it's done! I added an HKS Hi-Power exhaust to it just for kicks.

Out of curiosity, is it even possible to actually fit S2000 wheels onto the E?

http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/1530/hondaelement.jpg

"SWEET!!!" I love it!!!

Chief

And it's done! I added an HKS Hi-Power exhaust to it just for kicks.

Great job on the PhotoShop, and no offense, but that exhaust looks ridiculous on there. Although not a fan of rear mounted mufflers on the Element, if you made the muffler slightly larger, I'm sure it would look much better. 8)

You're right, it probably would.

But I'm done with this car for now, I'm sure I'll have several hours to spare tomorrow, I'll use another E for my experiments...*evil laugh*

I'm surprised red-out tailights haven't been attempted by any members so far. It doesn't look half bad! And seeing as there are a couple JDM-style fans here too.

You're right, it probably would.

But I'm done with this car for now, I'm sure I'll have several hours to spare tomorrow, I'll use another E for my experiments...*evil laugh*

I'm surprised red-out tailights haven't been attempted by any members so far. It doesn't look half bad! And seeing as there are a couple JDM-style fans here too.

That's what I loved about the Element you chose to work with, it's a 2003/ 2004 RHD JDM Element (export)!

Chief

I'm absolutely DYING to get more information on this mind blowingly awesome E. First time I've seen CE28s on one!

http://ll.speedhunters.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/speedhunters.com/Images/Dino%20Dalle%20Carbonare/2011/OCT2011/HJ-P4/AY0F7726.jpg

I'm absolutely DYING to get more information on this mind blowingly awesome E. First time I've seen CE28s on one!

That E is in Japan. No info on it other than he has some USDM parts on it.

More importantly, I'd like to find out what it's wheel specs are. They look like 20s in the back and 19s in the front, either that or it's the angle the photo is taken on.

More importantly, I'd like to find out what it's wheel specs are. They look like 20s in the back and 19s in the front, either that or it's the angle the photo is taken on.

The CE28 never came in a 20" rim. By looking at those, I would say those are
18's. They might be 19's, but looking at the tire size and the BBK, my guess is
gonna be 18's. If so, they are probably 18 X 8.5 +40. They could be 18 X 9 +40
or even +35. If they are 19's, they might be 19 X 8.5 +35 or 19 X 9.5 +36. It
depends on how big the caliper is on the BBK. Looks like the Rotora Kit that I
have, but with the blue calipers:

http://www.importshark.com/ProductImages/Brakes/Rotora%20BBK%20metallic%20blue.jpg

If it is the Rotora BBK, then I would put the offset at around +35 to clear
without spacers.

I'm absolutely DYING to get more information on this mind blowingly awesome E. First time I've seen CE28s on one!

http://ll.speedhunters.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/speedhunters.com/Images/Dino%20Dalle%20Carbonare/2011/OCT2011/HJ-P4/AY0F7726.jpg

What's so mind blowing about it? It's Lowered and it has a BBK other than that its pretty plain looking to me.

Here are few local in the states that are pretty nice.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2507/5697920466_08a56570fa.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3210/5697360683_4b4c5349d6.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2013/5697354989_a1c307d17d.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5028/5697980410_da0e84920a.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5143/5697373569_fb493811bc.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5190/5697415459_96ae348c7d.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3346/5697409855_97db60943b.jpg

Don't get me wrong... it's is a nice a Element but to say it's "mind blowingly awesome E" is exaggerated.

What's so mind blowing about it? It's Lowered and it has a BBK other than that its pretty plain looking to me.

Don't get me wrong... it's is a nice a Element but to say it's "mind blowingly awesome E" is exaggerated.

I agree it's nice, but certainly not something to fudge your pants over.:grin: Not really feeling those style wheels, as the center/lug area makes it look like they are universal lug pattern wheels. Maybe they are, I don't really know.

I agree it's nice, but certainly not something to fudge your pants over.:grin: Not really feeling those style wheels, as the center/lug area makes it look like they are universal lug pattern wheels. Maybe they are, I don't really know.

They are not a universal fit rim. They are super light weight rim, so Volk did
everything they could to get the weight down. If they are 18s, they probably
weigh around 15 - 17 lbs each!!! If they are 19s, they probably weigh around
18 - 20 lbs each. That really makes a huge difference in rotational mass.

They are not a universal fit rim. They are super light weight rim, so Volk did
everything they could to get the weight down. If they are 18s, they probably
weigh around 15 - 17 lbs each!!! If they are 19s, they probably weigh around
18 - 20 lbs each. That really makes a huge difference in rotational mass.
Agreed! the lighter the wheel the better.

They are not a universal fit rim. They are super light weight rim, so Volk did
everything they could to get the weight down. If they are 18s, they probably
weigh around 15 - 17 lbs each!!! If they are 19s, they probably weigh around
18 - 20 lbs each. That really makes a huge difference in rotational mass.

Gotcha, whether they are light as a feather, still not a fan of the look of the center/lug area of those wheels. :-)

I'm personally a huge fan of the CE28, especially in bronze. They are probably my favourite set of wheels. With that being said, since I own a GGM, I've always wanted to see how the CE28s would look, but it doesn't seem like anyone's done it, and this is the first time I've seen an E with CEs, so I'd really want to know what specs the wheels are on that particular E, so I can get my hands on some CE28s too.

I'm personally a huge fan of the CE28, especially in bronze. They are probably my favourite set of wheels. With that being said, since I own a GGM, I've always wanted to see how the CE28s would look, but it doesn't seem like anyone's done it, and this is the first time I've seen an E with CEs, so I'd really want to know what specs the wheels are on that particular E, so I can get my hands on some CE28s too.

Bronze or gold would be an excellent contrast on a GGM Element!

Chief

I'm absolutely DYING to get more information on this mind blowingly awesome E. First time I've seen CE28s on one!

Dayyum, that is wicked nice!! That has to be one of the best looking stances I've seen on the Element (especially w/ JDM wheels like CE's).
Good find Kaoss! I had to save a copy of that bad boy.

As far as the wheel specs, I'm thinking those are 19s, as we can't forget about the step-style lip on those puppies.
Either way, man, I'm going to give considerable thought on shoes sizes when the time comes for selecting on my E.

I <3 the Volk/Rays line of racing rims ;)

I wonder how long it'll take before someone Rotiforms an E

I wonder how long it'll take before someone Rotiforms an E

You mean something like this??

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2732/5697407671_04a5b8464e_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3363/5697405281_38f4526dcb_b.jpg

This E is rolling on Rota G Force wheels in gold. Specs are 18x9, +30 offset.

These are not Rotiforms, and not sure if you were saying that Rotiforming an E
is a bad thing. But this E is hot. Its stanced nicely and not over the top.

new to the forums.. just picked up an SC and WOW i went through all 104 pages and some baddass E's!

Loving that last E with gold rotas! MOAAARRR

new to the forums.. just picked up an SC and WOW i went through all 104 pages and some baddass E's!

Loving that last E with gold rotas! MOAAARRR

Please fill out your location on your profile.

Chief

You mean something like this??

This E is rolling on Rota G Force wheels in gold. Specs are 18x9, +30 offset.

These are not Rotiforms, and not sure if you were saying that Rotiforming an E
is a bad thing. But this E is hot. Its stanced nicely and not over the top.

I thought Ojay had Advans on his E? Doesn't matter it's badass anyway you slice it!

This E is rolling on Rota G Force wheels in gold. Specs are 18x9, +30 offset.



Do you remember what the tire size was?

I thought Ojay had Advans on his E? Doesn't matter it's badass anyway you slice it!

The Rota's were at least his fifth set of wheels that he had on his Element. He had the Advans on before he went to the 20" Volks. There was also another set between the Volks and the Rotas.

Chief

This was back when he was running the Advans...

http://i56.tinypic.com/w1pr7q.jpg

http://i51.tinypic.com/29w70j6.jpg

The Rota's were at least his fifth set of wheels that he had on his Element. He had the Advans on before he went to the 20" Volks. There was also another set between the Volks and the Rotas.

Chief

This was back when he was running the Advans...

Yeah I know he has gone through a few set of wheels but I got a chance to really look at the wheels when he installed my tires and I could swear they were Advans Racing RS 18x9".

Here are a couple of pics I took with my iphone a few months back. I wish I taken a better pics where you can see the faded Advan logo.

Yeah I know he has gone through a few set of wheels but I got a chance to really look at the wheels when he installed my tires and I could swear they were Advans Racing RS 18x9".

Here a just a few sets of wheels he had on before the Rota's.

Drag DR34 in 18x8.5 +35 offset. With OEM SC tire size 225/55R18

http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs024.snc3/11142_106294396051908_100000140435604_165417_43800 17_n.jpg

Falken RT7-M in 20x8.5 +35 offset. With 245/35R20 tires.

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs137.snc4/37180_165118283502852_100000140435604_577341_44609 26_n.jpg

Enkei RPF-1 in black chrome 18x8 +30 offset. With 225/50R18 tires.

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs353.ash2/63368_165524856795528_100000140435604_581201_75828 92_n.jpg

The last set he had on before he sold the E were the Rotas. I know for a
fact they were Rotas because I still talk to Ojay every once in a while, and
he has them for sale. :-D

Knowing Ojay he probably had a couple of sets of Advans in addition to everything else!

Chief

Here a just a few sets of wheels he had on before the Rota's.

Drag DR34 in 18x8.5 +35 offset. With OEM SC tire size 225/55R18

Falken RT7-M in 20x8.5 +35 offset. With 245/35R20 tires.

Enkei RPF-1 in black chrome 18x8 +30 offset. With 225/50R18 tires.

The last set he had on before he sold the E were the Rotas. I know for a
fact they were Rotas because I still talk to Ojay every once in a while, and
he has them for sale. :-D

I wish I could afford swapping out wheels the way he did... it's like women changing shoes.

So much tuner E awesomeness!

But referring to a previous post, yes, I would love to see Rotiforms on an E, especcially the race tmb

http://rotiform.com/images/product_photography/forged_race_tmb_01.jpg

Here are a couple of pics I took with my iphone a few months back. I wish I taken a better pics where you can see the faded Advan logo.

Do you know what tire size he is running?
225/50/18?

So much tuner E awesomeness!

But referring to a previous post, yes, I would love to see Rotiforms on an E, especcially the race tmb

Kaoss, one of the rims I'm considering...the only thing is they don't make it in 20":( I could go 19s, but I have to think about it more. I would probably get it just the way it is in the pic. I think it would look good on my Galaxy Gray.

Rotiform does have 20" wheels, just not that particular model. They're pretty much all custom order, so the price can skyrocket pretty quickly, but then it'll allow you to make sure everything fits nice and easy.

Kaoss, one of the rims I'm considering...the only thing is they don't make it in 20":( I could go 19s, but I have to think about it more. I would probably get it just the way it is in the pic. I think it would look good on my Galaxy Gray.


These are Rotiform 3 Piece forged BLQ’s sized 20″ x 9.5″ ET12 up front and 20″ x 10.5″ ET6 in the rear with hidden hardware. Chrome lips & fully polished face then Anodized Gold. They've got a 4.5" lip in the rear and a 3" lip in the front. The Chinese Nankang tires are, 225X35X20" fronts and 235X35X20's in the rear.

Chief

http://i54.tinypic.com/5kr3vr.jpg

http://i55.tinypic.com/2rdu6c3.jpg

These are Rotiform 3 Piece forged BLQ’s sized 20″ x 9.5″ ET12 up front and 20″ x 10.5″ ET6 in the rear with hidden hardware. Chrome lips & fully polished face then Anodized Gold. They've got a 4.5" lip in the rear and a 3" lip in the front. The Chinese Nankang tires are, 225X35X20" fronts and 235X35X20's in the rear.

Chief

DaWuum dude those are HOT!!! :shock: :rockon:

Do you know what tire size he is running?
225/50/18?

Just talked to him. Thats the size on those rims.

Just talked to him. Thats the size on those rims.

Thanks so much. Now I can buy tires.

Those must cost a real pretty penny...as with most Rotiform wheels ^^

Those must cost a real pretty penny...as with most Rotiform wheels ^^

That set up would cost you between $6 to $7K!!! ;-)

Chief

I actually first saw it on the Mugen Element SC all the way over in Japan, which is funny because Beaks is only about 20 miles from my house.

Chief

I want that tow hook! Does any universal rear tow hook work for our E's?

That set up would cost you between $6 to $7K!!! ;-)

Chief
I swear I wouldn't dare drive my E if I had those wheels on it:-D

I want that tow hook! Does any universal rear tow hook work for our E's?

yes the universal tow hooks will work fine on the rear, front may need a little work to fit correctly

I'm tempted to redout my tail lights using Duplicolor Metalcast. Many have said it's loads better than using overlays, and works like a charm. May be a good winter break project.

It would seem that our JDM Element SC Tuner friend in Japan just found out that when you're lowered, you can't afford to zoom over speed bumps and the likes! "OUCH!!!" :shock: :|

Chief

http://i55.tinypic.com/6qi0jc.jpg

http://i54.tinypic.com/v4cbjn.jpg

http://i54.tinypic.com/awzzps.jpg

It would seem that our JDM Element SC Tuner friend in Japan just found out that when you're lowered, you can't afford to zoom over speed bumps and the likes! "OUCH!!!" :shock: :|

Chief

Yeah I am saw that and it makes me kinda worried... I got my BEAKS bar but I even put it on? I am not going to be as low as he is because I daily drive my E. I guess I will be ok.

Yeah I am saw that and it makes me kinda worried... I got my BEAKS bar but I even put it on? I am not going to be as low as he is because I daily drive my E. I guess I will be ok.

The lowest point on my ride is still the Gas Tank Guard, even with my Beaks Bar installed!

Chief

The lowest point on my ride is still the Gas Tank Guard, even with my Beaks Bar installed!

Chief

Kewl... I just have a steep entrance way to my garage and that is what worries me. When I enter now I three wheel lol. My wife's car sometimes scrapes the side underneath when we leave but hers is a lot lower than the E.

Kewl... I just have a steep entrance way to my garage and that is what worries me. When I enter now I three wheel lol. My wife's car sometimes scrapes the side underneath when we leave but hers is a lot lower than the E.

Turning onto the street where I live is very steep and I have be sure a hit it at just the right angle. And if I don't, then the tip of my tail pipe is the only thing that is going to scrape. :zombie014:

Chief

Turning onto the street where I live is very steep and I have be sure a hit it at just the right angle. And if I don't, then the tip of my tail pipe is the only thing that is going to scrape. :zombie014:

Chief
You are so right... angle is everything especially on a lowered car. I am almost there just waiting on my camber kit to come in and then its a trip to Auto Fashion is SD. :razz: Then it's all over but the crying!

You are so right... angle is everything especially on a lowered car. I am almost there just waiting on my camber kit to come in and then its a trip to Auto Fashion is SD. :razz: Then it's all over but the crying!

They are soooooo good, you'll be in by 10am when they open, and you'll be back on the road to LA by 1pm! "Now that's Service!" ;-)
I'm going down there this Sunday, Auto Fashion is having their annual "VIP Festival" so I am seriously looking forward to that!

Chief

http://i41.tinypic.com/mahx6e.jpg

They are soooooo good, you'll be in by 10am when they open, and you'll be back on the road to LA by 1pm! "Now that's Service!" ;-)
I'm going down there this Sunday, Auto Fashion is having their annual "VIP Festival" so I am seriously looking forward to that!

Chief

Sweet I wish I could go but I have other commitments. :-( Maybe next year. :roll:

i'm planning to travel down to california next year for the eibach meet! need somewhere to stay though =\

http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/5108/img9492n.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/213/img9492n.jpg/)
My 04'

Orangebox ...you've got it lowered perfectly, and I love the stance!


Chief

They are soooooo good, you'll be in by 10am when they open, and you'll be back on the road to LA by 1pm! "Now that's Service!" ;-)
I'm going down there this Sunday, Auto Fashion is having their annual "VIP Festival" so I am seriously looking forward to that!

Chief

oh, i missed it.
anyway, i second the service done at Auto Fashion. had them do the rear fenders on the V and loved their attention to details.

My 04'

Sweet! SC wheels make a huge difference in look. Looks really good. :D

Sweet! SC wheels make a huge difference in look. Looks really good. :D

+1 I agree it changes the whole look of the car.

My 04'

*likes* :-D

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/SquanderedtalenT/th_element.jpg (http://s148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/SquanderedtalenT/?action=view&current=element.mp4)

My 04'

http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/5108/img9492n.jpg

Helped fix the colors and did away with the signs, truck and minor distractions.
http://i44.tinypic.com/znu0ih.jpg

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/SquanderedtalenT/th_element.jpg (http://s148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/SquanderedtalenT/?action=view&current=element.mp4)

That really looks good rolling down the street!!! ;-)

Chief

Helped fix the colors and did away with the signs, truck and minor distractions.
http://i44.tinypic.com/znu0ih.jpg

Nice job Rob!!!

Chief

Besides that video being hilarious w/ the canoe; your E looks really good!!!
Can we get some pictures and mod specs on it?
I spy possible custom lip, grille, and smoked headlights.

At first I was wondering why there was a picture of the road...then I saw the video. LOL...too funny! E is looking nice. Blackwagon, my brother lives in Largo also.

At first I was wondering why there was a picture of the road...then I saw the video. LOL...too funny! E is looking nice. Blackwagon, my brother lives in Largo also.

I live on the same block as him. I saw your car a while back parked at his house.

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/SquanderedtalenT/P1010450.jpg
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/SquanderedtalenT/P1010442.jpg
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/SquanderedtalenT/P1010448.jpg

wow blackwagon, i've never seen your car. looks sick bro.

here's a shot of mine from the import alliance fall meet this past weekend:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/c_mack9/377561_929343201994_38300583_40418553_2043461915_n .jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/c_mack9/328120_10150403240723469_506453468_8343515_9147702 98_o.jpg

I live on the same block as him. I saw your car a while back parked at his house.

I knew that neighborhood looked familiar! Your house is right around the corner from his maybe a couple houses down? If it is, I think his friend was looking at that house a couple of years ago. Small world:)

Your E's stance is on point btw. What are the specs of the wheels?

wow blackwagon, i've never seen your car. looks sick bro.

here's a shot of mine from the import alliance fall meet this past weekend:

looking good cmack...i like how you mounted the yakima basket to the roof rack....very low profile. I was researching baskets that i could mount like that onto a factory rack, but couldn't find anything that would work. I wanted to put a spare tire up there so i could put the air tank and compressor in the wheel well.

thanks, thats a yakima basketcase. its just a smidge to wide but if you bend the mounting tabs just a tiny bit, it'll mount like that, then you can raise and lower it about an inch to suit your liking. its pretty handy to have up there. i just added the snowboard attachments back to the rack, i need to get some more pics with those on there.

blackwagon those lm reps look really good. what are the specs on those? i was going to re barrel a pair i got from a friend after color matching the centers but i'm going to have to get some spacers to get a decent fit. at this point i might just sell them and start fresh.

About a month ago I set out to make a cool looking radiator cover plate, this is what I came up with... and since nobody makes one that is off the shelf I had it made out of aluminum then had it polished and put a HFP sticker to make it look legit

That looks TOTALLY LEGIT, and I love it! Piece by piece, your ride continues to evolve! ;-)

Chief

That is very sexy gruvncubn!!!

Reminds me of the ARC one that Chief has!!
Very nice work!!!

http://i46.tinypic.com/2ujm8ti.jpg

That looks TOTALLY LEGIT, and I love it! Piece by piece, your ride continues to evolve!

Chief

Thanks Chief we all trying to catch up to you lol

That is very sexy gruvncubn!!!

Reminds me of the ARC one that Chief has!!
Very nice work!!!

Rollie thanks it took some time finding the right people to get it done. I wish ARC would have really made those for our E's... that is why I had this made. here is a better pic

Almost forgot I installed my Skunk2 LCA but was so excited about the radiator cooling plate I totally forgot... doh! My car is really dirty and is not like me to let it go but I just got my garage back this week. :)

Did you have to modify the LCA's?

Did you have to modify the LCA's?
Yeah I took it to a machine shop and had the bushing drilled out to 14mm because the SC bolt is larger than LX/EX

Yeah I took it to a machine shop and had the bushing drilled out to 14mm because the SC bolt is larger than LX/EX

Where there's a will, there's always a way! "Great job!!!" ;-)

Chief

Wow the radiator cover plates that Chief and gruvncubn did look really nice.I need to give more attention to under the hood :grin:
Alot of nice 'E's here on the forum and lots of inspiration and ideas.

So they just drill out the bushing not the actually arm?

So they just drill out the bushing not the actually arm?

Come on man!! I typed Skunk2 into the search engine, and these were the
FIRST two threads that came up!! Not to mention, what part of what gruvncubn
says in his post, "I took it to a machine shop and had the bushing drilled out",
is UNCLEAR???:shock::twisted::twisted::shock:

http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=58655&highlight=skunk2

http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38935&highlight=skunk2

Come on man!! I typed Skunk2 into the search engine, and these were the
FIRST two threads that came up!! Not to mention, what part of what gruvncubn
says in his post, "I took it to a machine shop and had the bushing drilled out",
is UNCLEAR???:shock::twisted::twisted::shock:

http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=58655&highlight=skunk2

http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38935&highlight=skunk2

Holly crap you have me rolling on the floor!!! :lol: Ok so there is no confusion yes only the steel bushing needs to be drilled out to 14mm

Where there's a will, there's always a way! "Great job!!!" ;-)

Chief
Thanks Chief Darth Raider is one of my inspirations.

Wow the radiator cover plates that Chief and gruvncubn did look really nice.I need to give more attention to under the hood :grin:
Alot of nice 'E's here on the forum and lots of inspiration and ideas.
Thank for the kind words... it is always nice to hear your work is appreciated.

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/SquanderedtalenT/P1010450.jpg


Great looking E' blackwagon.

I found that same picture of your Element in the Dope Status thread.
Check it out.
http://www.vadriven.com/forums/showthread.php?t=395796&page=358
^^Scroll down a bit and you'll see it. 8)

Come on man!! I typed Skunk2 into the search engine, and these were the
FIRST two threads that came up!! Not to mention, what part of what gruvncubn
says in his post, "I took it to a machine shop and had the bushing drilled out",
is UNCLEAR???:shock::twisted::twisted::shock:

Im so sorry boss, I didn't mean to break the law. I just figured I could just ask since I don't know anything about Elements. I didn't know I would offend you...

A little Elemental love

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I live on the same block as him. I saw your car a while back parked at his house.

Can anyone tell me what the wheels specs and suspension is on this e? Its perfection!

Can anyone tell me what the wheels specs and suspension is on this e? Its perfection!

If anyone could tell you it would be the owner/blackwagon. Why not send him a PM and ask him those questions? :-)

Can anyone tell me what the wheels specs and suspension is on this e? Its perfection!
18x9.5 +30 9mm spacer in the rear

I'm probably putting it on some 31s and cutting the roof off in the next couple months.

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/SquanderedtalenT/336587_304203126264214_100000235862817_1203121_177 1856898_o.jpg
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/SquanderedtalenT/P1010459.jpg

I'm probably putting it on some 31s and cutting the roof off in the next couple months.


not a good idea. w/ the wide open area where the doors are, the roof is critical stiffening element for the body. those who have cut off the roof generally found it necessary to install full cage to maintain the body stiffness so that the doors would still work, etc.

So close to getting the ball really rolling on the Element! January is close, haha. I'm really excited to share with you guys what I have in store.

http://omgdrift.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/ElementGarage.jpg

18x9.5 +30 9mm spacer in the rear

I'm probably putting it on some 31s and cutting the roof off in the next couple months.

It's definitely been done before! ;-)

Chief

http://i40.tinypic.com/oizqd3.jpg

*cringe*

Off goes the roof, along with every last morsel of the E's structural rigidity.

Maybe he was talking about cutting it off/up for one of these?:?

http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/3/elementhugerollingragto.jpg

8)

I haven't thought about this ride in years! I met the owner at a Meet N'Eat in Torrance, California back in May of 2005, and it was a seriously clean Element.

Chief

http://i39.tinypic.com/24e6jc7.jpg

I'm probably putting it on some 31s and cutting the roof off in the next couple months.

This one was a design exercise by Honda about six or seven years ago.

Chief

http://i43.tinypic.com/mw8va0.jpg

http://i40.tinypic.com/6iwiuw.jpg

...Where did chief find his ARC cooling plate? :? DO WANT

...Where did chief find his ARC cooling plate? :? DO WANT

Sorry dude its a one off from ARC.

Hi everyone new to the forum. Wanted to show some shots I took of the E after snowboarding. Enjoy!

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7156/6827035323_a243574f59_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7002/6827028699_8c99d5723b_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7158/6827032969_7b598fc0a2_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7035/6827036793_6101a6149a_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7027/6827162609_602784d41f_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7034/6827164509_5f3834d168_z.jpg

DC2Extream, great looking E' and pics. 8)

Beautiful pix and I love your Element! Please fill out the rest of your profile so that we know where you're located.

Chief

Nice and simple. Keep it up!

Ok I finally can post my E on this as I am truly a tuner now. Thanks Reggie and Al at Island Motorsports.

^^Looks great!

^^^^x2 :-)

^^Looks great!
^^^^x2 :)

Thanks guys! I am almost where I want to be... soon SSR wheels.

Hi everyone new to the forum. Wanted to show some shots I took of the E after snowboarding. Enjoy!

Looking good... keep the pics coming!

Ok I finally can post my E on this as I am truly a tuner now. Thanks Reggie and Al at Island Motorsports.

It not only has a different 'LOOK,' it also gives it a totally different personality. I have always loved the Root Beer Metallic color and you always keep yours at the top of its game. It has been an absolutely enjoyable process to watch each upgrade you've done and I look forward to your next additions! "BEAUTIFUL!" :-)

Chief

Gruvncubn,

What SSR wheels are you "gawking"?

Gruvncubn,

What SSR wheels are you "gawking"?

SSR VF1 19" x 8"
http://clients.realedgedata.com/eoc/ssr-vf1.jpg

Lovin the drop!
I must acquire suspension ASAP!

Lovin the drop!
I must acquire suspension ASAP!

You wont regret it! ;-)
http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=89266&stc=1&d=1329324228

^ What suspension r u running?

^ What suspension r u running?

TEIN Basics Coilovers and Skunk2 LCA
Here is a article I create if you want to check it out
http://www.elementalmotorsports.com/news/only-a-select-few-get-the-low-down-right
http://www.elementalmotorsports.com/system/images/BAhbB1sHOgZmIicyMDEyLzAyLzE2LzE0XzQxXzMyXzIyOF9zbG lkZXIuanBnWwg6BnA6CnRodW1iIg02MDB4NjAwPg/slider.jpg

My 2003 Elley with 18's

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/377778_2370583468118_1356427549_31884135_154213787 3_n.jpg

"WELCOME!!!" I love the look! Please fill in your location so we'll know what part of the country you're from! ;-)

Chief

Are those the G37S Sedan wheels? If so, they look great on the E!

Good god this is nice.

http://blog-imgs-38.fc2.com/e/l/e/elementsc/DSC_0860.jpg
http://blog-imgs-38.fc2.com/e/l/e/elementsc/DSC_0883.jpg
http://blog-imgs-38.fc2.com/e/l/e/elementsc/DSC_0878.jpg
http://blog-imgs-38.fc2.com/e/l/e/elementsc/DSC_0857.jpg
http://blog-imgs-38.fc2.com/e/l/e/elementsc/DSC_0853.jpg

Good god this is nice.
We have been following this guys for a while and he has one of the nicer SC out. Chief is doing a write up on this Element pretty soon... keep an eye out for it on http://www.elementalmotorsports.com.

Is he on air or coils?

He's probably static. I remember reading somewhere he was on TEINs, but I may be wrong.

Random question: Is it possible to replace the standard EX anti-roll bar with the larger SC anti-roll bar? Is it a direct fit?

EDIT: Also, is the Beaks bar also a direct bolt-on, without any modifications needed, on stock EX suspension?

He's probably static. I remember reading somewhere he was on TEINs, but I may be wrong.

Random question: Is it possible to replace the standard EX anti-roll bar with the larger SC anti-roll bar? Is it a direct fit?

EDIT: Also, is the Beaks bar also a direct bolt-on, without any modifications needed, on stock EX suspension?

He is still on coilovers the last time I checked his blog. As for the SC swaybar it will not fit because the mounting points are different in the middle, the end are the same.

The BEAKs subframe bar also needs to be modified however it is a real easy mod. I have mine ready to go however getting into my driveway is hard enough without it... if I put it on I might tear it off. If your are interested I would be sell for a good price, never been used just has the new holes added

Ah, thanks for the clarification. I'm looking for a way to stiffen up the current ride. It could just be that the shocks need replacing, since I've racked up close to 200,000kms and it's rather bouncy on the highway.

Any basic or slightly higher performance replacement shocks that you can suggest?

Finally got my SSR wheels on my SC... Thanks Chief for holding them for me!

They look exceptional on your ride, especially after you lowered it! ;-)

gruvncubn those look great on your E', but I'm afraid we're going to need to see some more pics. :-)

gruvncubn those look great on your E', but I'm afraid we're going to need to see some more pics. :-)

But of course! I took these but I have to do a real shoot.

Really nice E. Love the top rack

"Totally Sweet!!!" ;-)

But of course! I took these but I have to do a real shoot.

I guess those will have to do for now.;-) Looks really great Sir. 8)

Gruvncubn that looks sweet. Love the night shots

Thanks guys I really appreciate your positive feedback! I can tell you this, it has been a long time coming. The only other person that knows what it has taken for me to get this far is Chief and he can tell you that I have been on pins and needles the past 3 years trying to get my E to this point. I am totally loving my new 3 Piece SSR's and the look they give my SC!

Here are a couple more pics

lookin good, excellent wheel choice. classy.

Looks great gruvncubn, I dig that night shot. 8)

lookin good, excellent wheel choice. classy.

Thanks C Mack... it took a really long time to them.

Looks great gruvncubn, I dig that night shot. 8)

Thanks Eww-an I took that when the wify went grocery shopping... lol! There was no one on the roof.

Hey guys I recently picked up a Beaks subframe tie-bar from Chief straight off "darth raider"...When i went to install it I realized that the holes for the LCA bolts were too small for the bolts..so I milled them out and everything went smooth...just a heads up to all you SC owners that want a beaks bar...the SC has bigger LCA bolts and require larger holes :P

The BEAKs subframe bar also needs to be modified however it is a real easy mod. I have mine ready to go however getting into my driveway is hard enough without it... if I put it on I might tear it off. If your are interested I would be sell for a good price, never been used just has the new holes added

Hey guys I recently picked up a Beaks subframe tie-bar from Chief straight off "darth raider"...When i went to install it I realized that the holes for the LCA bolts were too small for the bolts..so I milled them out and everything went smooth...just a heads up to all you SC owners that want a beaks bar...the SC has bigger LCA bolts and require larger holes :P

Already discussed here, no need for a new thread.

Hey guys I recently picked up a Beaks subframe tie-bar from Chief straight off "darth raider"...When i went to install it I realized that the holes for the LCA bolts were too small for the bolts..so I milled them out and everything went smooth...just a heads up to all you SC owners that want a beaks bar...the SC has bigger LCA bolts and require larger holes :P

That looks great!!!!! ;-)

whyd you take yours off?

oh and im thinking about a mini photo shoot to showoff my wheels in the AM. :P

still need to lower it but its getting there.

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/546914_10150594412746887_627621886_9186044_1221153 32_n.jpg

Working to get it lower, but man, I love these new Enkei Raijins. (18x9.5 +15). I'm doing a proper shoot of it this week!

whyd you take yours off?

oh and im thinking about a mini photo shoot to showoff my wheels in the AM. :P

still need to lower it but its getting there.

My ride is too low and the Beaks Sub Frame Bar is as low as the Fuel Tank Bar. The lowered Japanese Tuner SC Element didn't pay attention to his Beak's Bar and totally ripped it off!

http://i55.tinypic.com/6qi0jc.jpg

http://i54.tinypic.com/v4cbjn.jpg

http://i54.tinypic.com/awzzps.jpg

12mpg Nice wheels. Did you end up getting the ksports to drop it

Oddly enough the KSports are on there, it just doesn't look low. We're down like 3 inches in the front, 2.5 in the rear. We think we're going almost 5 in the front and 4 in the rear.

12MPGlol, I'm digging your new wheels and I'm looking forward to seeing your pics from your next photo shoot. 8)

12MPGlol, I'm digging your new wheels and I'm looking forward to seeing your pics from your next photo shoot. 8)

+1....
looks SO much better than old set up

This may be a better option for the lower tie bar.

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t280/djrichlove/IooooooooooMG_4639s1.jpg
http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t280/djrichlove/IlllllllllllllllMG_4646s1.jpg
http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t280/djrichlove/gkhhhhhhhh4645s1-1.jpg



MeganRacing Rear Camber Kit
MeganRacing Rear Lower Bars
MeganRacing lower tie bar
DME LCA
D2 Racing Coil Over Kit
PassWordJDM Rear TowHook

[QUOTE=thiselemento;953448]This may be a better option for the lower tie bar.


That is Akihiro Yama****a's set up on his 2004 (JDM) Element EX in Japan. The Megan Racing Tie Bar is a problem if you have the Suspension Techniques Anti Sway Bars, there isn't enough clearance.

http://i41.tinypic.com/okoncz.jpg

http://i43.tinypic.com/rsrazn.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/546914_10150594412746887_627621886_9186044_1221153 32_n.jpg

Working to get it lower, but man, I love these new Enkei Raijins. (18x9.5 +15). I'm doing a proper shoot of it this week!

I like the wheels... do they rub when you turn or go over bumps?

[QUOTE=thiselemento;953448]This may be a better option for the lower tie bar.


That is Akihiro Yama****a's set up on his 2004 (JDM) Element EX in Japan. The Megan Racing Tie Bar is a problem if you have the Suspension Techniques Anti Sway Bars, there isn't enough clearance.

http://i41.tinypic.com/okoncz.jpg

http://i43.tinypic.com/rsrazn.jpg

This does look like the same type of setup as Akihio's E. I wish I could put it on the SC.

that setup "looks" great

but how does it perform with those long brackets? seems like a large leverage area

but im all for the look with more clearance