RWD EK Civic gets a CARBON FIBER ROOF! (& Wilwood Pedal Set Install)
In this episode, Mickey and Rickie make tremendous progress on the rwd ek project! A new carbon fiber roof is fitted and the wilwood pedal set is mounted! If you like this project, please show us some love in the comment section!
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This is seriously the dream build. I have a deep love for the EK chassis.
mickey i think one bodyshop told me that when they install structural parts on cars, the chassis should ideally be on all 4 wheels. This relieves the tension on the chassis. On newer cars that is less important because they are much improved for rigidity and safety. But on very old economy compact cars, they are highly flexible and thus will should be on wheels when new body panels are installed!!!!!!
Like so he can see
Will this body still flex even tho it has a roll cage in it?
I don't really see how that can make any difference tho. Even if they do, it wouldn't be that much. I doubt the chassis was on wheels when they installed the panels from factory
@@markmeripa I have worked on this model of the Civic. When I jacked up one corner of the car to replace the brakes, the door becomes hard to open and it wouldn't close because the body flexed so much that the door striker and the latch are completely misaligned. Maybe this effect is lessened due to the cage. However, seeing the amount of carbon fiber roof that needed to be trimmed, I don't think it was the problem with the carbon fiber roof. I think the body flexed a little too much
@@hammertimee777 - Thanks for the insight. We got this.
6:30 Donut Media “bumper to bumper” music 😍
Ryan Davidson I hope this build gets on Bumper to bumper
@@rcbarger2625 I would love to see it there
i was freaking out that i already listened to that music but didn't knew where it was from. thank you, ma man!
So glad to see more civic content. Such a cool build, one of the best on youtube. I can't wait to see this thing slide.
@@mickeyandrade3435 fair enough, I cant wait to see it in action. How about that!
That alternator tensioner is so creative 🤯
Bernard Valencia - 👍🏼
Keep 'em coming boys. Lots of time to watch during quarantine.
Its back i have been missing the civic videos. I can't wait for this to be all done and ready for the track!
Damn, that's a lotta carbon! The EK weighed bugger all to start with so this things gonna be a lil pocket rocket. I've always wanted to do a carbon roof but finding the part is a nightmare if you want quality.
Garage Barrage I definitely don’t have the gear/skill to make such a large part out of carbon! I wish though...
@@helplmchoking look up street bandito's 240Z. Is a pretty inspiring way to do some carbon panels. Especially the roof.
here in the Philippines carbon fibering is like a sticker that all people can install it..there project is too expesive..
This car is so clean, it's awesome to see the effort you guys are putting into this build.
Top 3 builds on the tube right now. The craftsmanship is insane. MickeySpec is the right spec.
Holy Crap, the amount of fabrication in this build is insane. Keep it coming Mickey and Ricky!
I know it might add extra little weight but, an air Jack system in this car would be rad as hell!
Incredible work going on! I can’t wait to see the next steps! Really looking forward to seeing the clean engine bay with all the welds cleaned both before and after paint. I had no idea that roof panels were done like this. I am working on an RX8 and want to close up the sun roof. I wont be able to go with a carbon roof but definitely happy to see this type of construction.
Great music in the videos!
Wao this civic is going to be brutal !! All those modifications that you are doing and the manufacturing, are really being taken to another level. 💪💪
So glad this build is back!!
Definitely my favorite build in the shop currently!
Really dig the overhead GoPro shot. Great job, stay healthy. Looks so good. And Mickey, you’re right. If I wanted the easy route I wouldn’t be watching. You guys do insane ideas and do a killer job with them. Dig it.
That STI look super cool in the background outside the door
So awesome you give us the oppurtunity to witness the progess on this car step by step. You doing such a great job in all ways. I'm sure finally this ride will be a pretty cool tracktool. Can't wait to see that.
Loved the alternator adjustment rod you fabbed!!
just everything possible in carbon in civic and wow oO
I like how you went with a turnbuckle for the alternator. I did the same for my daily Scion xB
By far this is the sickest build yet! I would love to have this beast!! Amazing job man!
Yes!!! I've been looking forward to more civic content , thank you # stay safe
Love the alternator/belt tensioner bracket. That's good ingenuity/fabrication on display.
Mad respect for these guys...i would need 10 lives to be able to get to this level of customization when it comes to cars.
this is inspiring me to do my own civic build but more down the line as a future project. i’m learning from what you guys are putting down. keep up the this awesome build...boys! 🤙🏽
Omg I've been waiting for a Mickey Spec Civic jet tag!! Yes please!!
Damn. This is their sickest build. Mad props for the creativity
One thing I can’t ignore is, the lack of “Weld-Thru Primer” on ALL of the jobs whether it be in Throtl, TJHunt, B is for Build, and anyone who cuts into any panel or grinds and doesn’t protect that bare metal gives me so much anxiety to know the rust issues that will come in the future. Sealing it from the outside is one thing but it needs to be sealed from the inside as well. 🥺 I hope someone lets all of them know cause they do a great job as it is, I’d hate to see these projects go down the road and develop rust over the years to come. And yes I know rust won’t be her tomorrow a week from now or within a year as far as crumbling apart, but oxidation happens REALLY fast! Just tryna warn y’all! Love the videos! Keep me coming
Jimmy Oakes uses it.
The Unpretentious Vegan I’m gonna have to check em out, I don’t know too many channels so I appreciate that! All love! 🤙🏽
@@lopezmictech cool. He's also doing a rwd civic build.
We use SEM Zinc Weld. Thanks for the comment.
Mickey Andrade THANK YOU!!! I’m very glad to know you guys go through with everything! Just never saw it in the vids so it was concerning! But awesome vids again! All respect and love from the Bay Area! 🤙🏽
My favorite build other than the Z :) Keep the videos coming. Love when I get notifications of new content from Throtl👍🏻
So clean guys. Looking forward to more.
Did not think you could get carbon fiber roofs for a civic. So cool
Nice trick alternator belt tensioner! 👌
Throtl ViP squad Good morning Mickey, Rickie, Evan awesome carbon fiber roof for the rear wheel drive Honda hatch it looks sick Mickey 👍😊
first project i ever seen put carbon fiber roof.. wow.. amazing bro.. stay safe bro.. its dangerous outside rightnow
love this build ...... keep it up and stay safe boys
Love the FREK build!! Keep it up boys!
I wanted a carbon roof for my EM1 years ago. I actually contacted a company and got quotes to make a one off piece because there were none available at that time. Glad to see someone is making these, I may pick one up now :)
Loving this build!!!!
Love the build! Power team Mickey and Ricky getting it done. Awesome! ;-)
Love the EK vids, favourite ones to watch
Been a minute since the vlog was on the civic. But, none the less another amazing vlog during this quarantine
YESSSSSSS, THANKYOUUUUU - MORE OF THIS CIVIC PLEEEEEEAAAASSSSSEEEEE
Im a Civic Maniac , and i worship you Guys , For real you are doung awesome Job on this babe 🙏😍
Nice, Can't wait to see this completed and tearing up the track. My friend is working a carbon fiber datsun on my channel and we had the roof converted to carbon fiber as well!
Loved the video. Stay safe out there
I would have done the pedals different but it looks better this way. Quality work as usual. Keep kicking out super content guys.
Mickey&Rickey FTW love this build wish I would kepted my hatch.
Yess!! Ek content. Keep it up Mickey
Definitely my favorite project in the shop.
That looks sick can't wait to see it done.
awesome build, can't wait for more
Love EK content keep em coming please
Great job thanks for the good information
Damn. Carbon fiber hood, roof and trunk?! This one gonna be popping wheelies for sure!
Loving the contents keep it coming👍
When it comes to building cars and fabrication...throtl👍
Should get a s2000 cluster!!! Would be sick @throtl
This car has come a longgg way
Love the civic build!!!
Im excited to see this ek finished
In every episode put a lot of new parts what will look so sick in the final result.
Finally a Civic video 🥺🥺
Civic contents are the best content‼️😬
Here's my favorite build😍💯
quality 💪
super cool man... keep it up. enjoying all your videos
With all the effort put into this build, why not go all out and make it a time attack car street mod class ? 🤷🏼♂️ idk would be dope to see
Budget.
The civic is gonna be insane !
Nice work guys!
Loving this,god bless you all
"If we wanted the easy route, you guys probably won't be watching" why i love throtl builds
Check out Project Binky from Bad Obsession Motorsports if you want to see the outcome of two dudes in rural Shropshire refusing to take the easy route for the better part of a decade on a single car build. They're drivetrain swapping the AWD system from a Celica AWD into a classic Mini by replacing approximately 95% of the mini with custom fabricated steel.
@Mickey Andrade what color are you thinking for this build? Btw I love the fact that there is no expense spared and no corners cut on this build. I’ve always been an EK fan and this is the ultimate imo. Keep up the great work!
you guys are killing it as usual the love is much appreciated!
Awesome update!
I'm stoked to see how this is going to turn out . I'm curious on the A/C set up as I was looking into the same company for my 2nd gen integra north FL Summers suck! Lol keep on with the the hustle guys & stay safe 🤙🏼
Great job guys 🤙
I’m binge watching it now ❤️👌🏾
Thankxx to teach me something new guys 🥰🥰
This is so good. I like this.
Was dying to see the RWD EK civic content...
You talk about loving the Eastwood saw have you ever got a good cutter on a air hammer? I was shocked the first time I used one and it was like butter in sheet metal and it was curves and bends.
Should have used Hush Performance for the brakes. They make really sick clutch and brake setups.
This made my day!! My first car was this exact car. I hope it’s gonna look and perform nothing like a typical Honda lol all love tho
These are the BEST videos!
yessssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss finally this is my favorite project you guys have going on
Alright, now you've gotta leave some Carbon Fiber exposed on this puppy.
That’s clean! 🔥
Best build on the internet at the minute simple as that🔰
Definitely jealous that you guys are building my dream car
@ Ricky when you want to figure out your welding settings...test on a piece of scrap the same thickness of what you're welding. usually it's 1amp per each thousand in thickness of metal💪
Love the Civic vids
Mick taste is soo 🔥🔥🔥 gon be clean after
That's a hell of a spot weld bit, what kind is it? I'm getting ready to replace radiator support on mine, I usually just use a drill bit and take my time but you know what will happen to a few spots lol
Throtl videos are the best videos 👌
My fave build by far
Finally!! Another civic video
Have you guys noticed they put TLC to their builds but make love to the builds they going to keep ahah all builds are beautiful but man we gotta worship the time they put on the fabs!