I need help from everyone on here. I want to make a list of parts from other Honda models that are compatible to the first gen Fit. For starters I know I can use the EP3 axle back exhaust, but I will have to have it welded on. I would like to see what else is out there that I can use to increase performance and style on my Fit. What about Integra Type R (DC5) suspension and brake conversion? I know we can use the motor. What else is out there?

 

if anyone figures out what koni's fit. let me know. (even if it's built for another manufacturer)

i know some old MR2 shocks were a good fit on some random nissan. forgot which one.

 

You got the right idea. So lets see what we can find out about our incredible Honda Fits.

 

I do know that Base RSX brake pads between 2002-2004 also work on the Fit. As well as brake rotors from a 99-00 Civic SI are the same part number. The availability should be the same for either car though

 

What about the complete brake assembly? Five lug and all?

 

If it's the same part number then it's the same part. I want to find out what would fit but be an upgrade.

 

if you want upgrades why would you want oem parts? Knowing which part the FIT shares with other honda's is an advantage in itself, but only for ease of ordering stuff online . If anyone can cross-reference manufacturers and find out if anything else fits, then we're golden. Especially for shocks..but not likely because of the sway bar mountings in the front AFAIK. maybe the rears though?

Other than that..there is not much to be gained. Shocks are about the only thing in short supply for these cars. The brake systems have been sorted out, and the drums seem to be fine for the rear anyways. There is a long list of compatible wheels..

What else did you want? There's no magic spark plug that will give you the missing 20 horsepower from the L15.

(maybe a clutch? axles at best? i don't see these things going bad or even being compatible in the first place.)

 

Main reason would be that a lot of parts that can be upgraded in the aftermarket can also be done very cheaply with stock parts off of other models. For instance with my Accord the sway bars from the Acura TL will fit so I was able to swap out the stock 14mm rear and 23.4 mm hollow front bars for a 20mm rear and 25.4 mm solid front bars. All for under $100 after shipping and a dramatic performance difference. Same as for the front upper strut bar. On my LX they come with little braces for each side but by getting the part for the V6 coupe there is a full bar so I put that in for $45.
All combined for under $150, about the price for one of these pieces in the aftermarket, I had a complete change in how the stock suspension felt and nothing looks out of the ordinary even to a Honda tech since they are all stock parts. This then leave more money free for other parts that I can't get from other cars.

 

Well said! This is they guy I'm looking for.

 

why not, just because its oem but from a different model doesn't mean its not an upgrade, someone is asking about the itr five lug, I highly doubt it would work with the suspension setup on the Fit, however a better option at least for the front would be rsx 5 lug and maybe new civic with 5 lug rear as I'm not sure the suspension setups on the civics compared to the Fit

 

right but the accord and tl are based off the same chassis.

 

thats why he's trying to find other models that may be able to mix and match parts for an oem upgrade

 

I think the Fit shares alot with the Honda Element believe it or not.

The Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter had Element all over the Honda Parts Sticker.

And I think the same goes for the Brake Pads, I think.

 

Mugen Mojo,
you are giving me too much encouragement! LOL!

If you pick 88-91 Civic and CRX for wheel search on Tire Rack and other sites, you will get more hits. Just be sensible with offsets.

I am trying to get info on damper compatibility between Fit and other Honda's and VW. VW MK1 and MK2 golf and Jetta use same type mounts for dampers as a Fit. Devil is in the detail dimensions for bolts, bolt spacing, .........
Weight wise, front dampers would be more suitable from MK2, but rears from MK1.
We need former and current VW owners to pitch in with some dims data!
If you have cars or dampers laying around please measure them.
I am aiming at Koni's from VW to fit on a Fit. The only thing is, if my memory serves me right, rears need to be removed out of the car, compressed all the way and turned to change damping. Hassle, but not entirely since springs are separate and removing bottom damper bolt, compressing the damper and turning it can be done with the top perch still bolted in a car.
On my CRX all 4 are adjustable by turning a knob on top of the damper rod on the fly. Worked great for AutoX! Too bad mounting is totally different!
Is anybody familiar with 01-05 civic damper compatibility? Anything else comes to your mind?

5 lug conversion? Would be interesting as long as it can be done with Honda's from 5-10 years ago for cost reasons. I have no clue on fitments.
It would certainly give us more wheel choices.

Ivan

Ivan

 

^^that's the right idea. Dampers and 5 lug for wheels and brakes. But it would have to come off other manufacturers!.. great post

 

why other manufacturers? I'm pretty fond of Honda quality

 

I'm found of Honda quality as well. But this is a new design for Honda. The VW's have been at it for a while and the parts would be real cheap. I really want to focus on the Five Lug conversion. To me that would be the icing on the cake.

 

what style rear end does the new civic have though? because in the same case a lot of nissans have the same style rear end as teh fit as well.

 

The new Civic has four wheel independent suspension. What Nissan's have this solid rear axle like our Fit's?

 

for sure maxima's, not sure what the years are, but its not the most recent body style, but the one before that and I believe the one before that too, I haven't worked on any sentra's or anything smaller so I'm not sure what they have