MODS/ACCESSORIES for the GK
#1741
This is kind of a evaluation/opinion cop out. But I would say I like both looks.
The lighter colored wheels, give a great contrast, and I think a lighter..fun look to the vehicle.
The darker colored wheels, obviously don't contrast, but also give a real sharp look.
If I had to pick?
I think I'd go with the lighter colored wheels, if only because I've seen the darker colored wheels on more vehicles.
Contrasting may not be as popular, but it's more unique.
But really, both looks are good.
The lighter colored wheels, give a great contrast, and I think a lighter..fun look to the vehicle.
The darker colored wheels, obviously don't contrast, but also give a real sharp look.
If I had to pick?
I think I'd go with the lighter colored wheels, if only because I've seen the darker colored wheels on more vehicles.
Contrasting may not be as popular, but it's more unique.
But really, both looks are good.
16x7 +43 205/50/16.
#1742
Was in my local Honda Dealership the other day while I had the B-1 maintenance done. As they hope, I killed time by walking their show room.
They had a new 2018 Fit on the floor, with gloss black wheels. They looked great, and I imagined how good I thought they would look on my 2016 Black Fit.
BUT...
If they are now selling a number of Honda Fits with Black Wheels? I would think that would make that look all the more common.
I think the common trends go back and forth. But usually the trend is to go "counter" to what is offered from the factory. When that becomes popular? Then the manufacturer catches up, starts offering a similar product...that becomes common, and then everyone starts switching to a different aftermarket look.
Or at least that's my theory.
They had a new 2018 Fit on the floor, with gloss black wheels. They looked great, and I imagined how good I thought they would look on my 2016 Black Fit.
BUT...
If they are now selling a number of Honda Fits with Black Wheels? I would think that would make that look all the more common.
I think the common trends go back and forth. But usually the trend is to go "counter" to what is offered from the factory. When that becomes popular? Then the manufacturer catches up, starts offering a similar product...that becomes common, and then everyone starts switching to a different aftermarket look.
Or at least that's my theory.
#1743
Originally wanted a Hexlite cargo mat, but they are very expensive to ship to Canada. So I got this Lloyd's Rubbertite. Not quite as red as on their website. Even though it's sitting on 1/4" pineboard, it still fits well.
#1745
Nice! I'm going with Motul!
Mind sharing what lines you are using for the brakes? I'll be trying SS line from Russell for the clutch.
To stay on topic. Got my windows tinted with 3M Crystalline all the way around.
Mind sharing what lines you are using for the brakes? I'll be trying SS line from Russell for the clutch.
To stay on topic. Got my windows tinted with 3M Crystalline all the way around.
#1746
HONDA Brake Line Kit
Also, we're 3M Crystalline buddies!
#1747
I didn't want to create a new thread for this, so this one seemed to be the most appropriate.
Back when I first got my GK5 in 2015, I randomly received a package from Honda about 2 months later.
I haven't seen it mentioned on the forum before, so I just thought I'd see if anybody also received one of these as well.
Inside was this!
Back when I first got my GK5 in 2015, I randomly received a package from Honda about 2 months later.
I haven't seen it mentioned on the forum before, so I just thought I'd see if anybody also received one of these as well.
Inside was this!
#1748
I didn't want to create a new thread for this, so this one seemed to be the most appropriate.
Back when I first got my GK5 in 2015, I randomly received a package from Honda about 2 months later.
I haven't seen it mentioned on the forum before, so I just thought I'd see if anybody also received one of these as well.
Inside was this!
Back when I first got my GK5 in 2015, I randomly received a package from Honda about 2 months later.
I haven't seen it mentioned on the forum before, so I just thought I'd see if anybody also received one of these as well.
Inside was this!
#1749
I didn't want to create a new thread for this, so this one seemed to be the most appropriate.
Back when I first got my GK5 in 2015, I randomly received a package from Honda about 2 months later.
I haven't seen it mentioned on the forum before, so I just thought I'd see if anybody also received one of these as well.
Inside was this!
Back when I first got my GK5 in 2015, I randomly received a package from Honda about 2 months later.
I haven't seen it mentioned on the forum before, so I just thought I'd see if anybody also received one of these as well.
Inside was this!
#1750
I didn't want to create a new thread for this, so this one seemed to be the most appropriate.
Back when I first got my GK5 in 2015, I randomly received a package from Honda about 2 months later.
I haven't seen it mentioned on the forum before, so I just thought I'd see if anybody also received one of these as well.
Inside was this!
Back when I first got my GK5 in 2015, I randomly received a package from Honda about 2 months later.
I haven't seen it mentioned on the forum before, so I just thought I'd see if anybody also received one of these as well.
Inside was this!
Got mine still in the original box from my 2015 GK!
#1751
Shark Fin Antenna
Off EBay, around $AUD19. Got the one that has a wire inside not the zig-zag PCB. Thought it'd be bad but comparing weak stations on FM and AM, no difference
Painted it with black satin epoxy (came black but glossy, didn't like it). Was afraid the red would not match my red and this car has loots of black trims, so...
NOTES:
1) the sticky pad that comes with it is useless, it will wrinkle etc - I used black (good!) molding tape
2) the profile of the fin does not match 100% the roof profile so you will have to test and sand it, tip and end from memory... make sure water cannot get inside - maybe leave a small gap at back for drainage? If water trapped it will rust eventually.
3) I tried with a length of wire (speaker OFC) connected and folded inside, no difference to signal...
Shark_Fin1
Shark_Fin2.jpg
Painted it with black satin epoxy (came black but glossy, didn't like it). Was afraid the red would not match my red and this car has loots of black trims, so...
NOTES:
1) the sticky pad that comes with it is useless, it will wrinkle etc - I used black (good!) molding tape
2) the profile of the fin does not match 100% the roof profile so you will have to test and sand it, tip and end from memory... make sure water cannot get inside - maybe leave a small gap at back for drainage? If water trapped it will rust eventually.
3) I tried with a length of wire (speaker OFC) connected and folded inside, no difference to signal...
Shark_Fin1
Shark_Fin2.jpg
#1752
#1757
Installing this weekend:
Progress rear sway bar
LED Foglights
Sport Horns
Test fitting the rear bumper leds / turn signal lights. Installing if i can get a wire diagram and access to everything.
Ordering parts for heated mirrors / side turn signal lights. Not really an issue starting now but clearing the mirrors sucked with all the snow and ice. Time to get a head start and install while the weather is good.
Parts for reference:
76251-T5R-P01ZG
left skull cap, Alabaster Silver metallic
76201-T5R-P01ZG
right skull cap, Alabaster Silver metallic
34350-T2A-A02
Left Blinker
34300-T2A-A02
Right Blinker
76253-T5R-306
Left Mirror Glass (heated)
76203-T5R-306
Right Mirror Glass (heated)
Anybody have a part number of any connectors so i can avoid splicing everything? I still need to source a relay or two and plan out that wiring
Progress rear sway bar
LED Foglights
Sport Horns
Test fitting the rear bumper leds / turn signal lights. Installing if i can get a wire diagram and access to everything.
Ordering parts for heated mirrors / side turn signal lights. Not really an issue starting now but clearing the mirrors sucked with all the snow and ice. Time to get a head start and install while the weather is good.
Parts for reference:
76251-T5R-P01ZG
left skull cap, Alabaster Silver metallic
76201-T5R-P01ZG
right skull cap, Alabaster Silver metallic
34350-T2A-A02
Left Blinker
34300-T2A-A02
Right Blinker
76253-T5R-306
Left Mirror Glass (heated)
76203-T5R-306
Right Mirror Glass (heated)
Anybody have a part number of any connectors so i can avoid splicing everything? I still need to source a relay or two and plan out that wiring
#1758
Installing this weekend:
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Ordering parts for heated mirrors / side turn signal lights. Not really an issue starting now but clearing the mirrors sucked with all the snow and ice. Time to get a head start and install while the weather is good.
Parts for reference:.........
Anybody have a part number of any connectors so i can avoid splicing everything? I still need to source a relay or two and plan out that wiring
......
Ordering parts for heated mirrors / side turn signal lights. Not really an issue starting now but clearing the mirrors sucked with all the snow and ice. Time to get a head start and install while the weather is good.
Parts for reference:.........
Anybody have a part number of any connectors so i can avoid splicing everything? I still need to source a relay or two and plan out that wiring
#1759
Horns can be replaced without removing the bumper. I've rolled the front grill to access the front horn (pic is in my build thread), and turning the steering wheel to the left, you can access the low tone horn from the fender in front of the passenger side front tire.
For the mirror blinkers, I followed Bassguitarist's thread. I wired the turn signal to my rears because I already had my pillar lights wired too. I put a basic wiring diagram for that on my build thread.
For the mirror blinkers, I followed Bassguitarist's thread. I wired the turn signal to my rears because I already had my pillar lights wired too. I put a basic wiring diagram for that on my build thread.
#1760
Im going to use that as that horn connector is too lose, and it needs to be tightened and taped up to make it stay.
i also saw a diagram manual posted in an old thread that shows the explicit fog light access from underneath :/
i also saw a diagram manual posted in an old thread that shows the explicit fog light access from underneath :/