1 YEAR OWNERSHIP | PROS + CONS (2021 Honda Civic Type R FK8)

1 YEAR OWNERSHIP | PROS + CONS (2021 Honda Civic Type R FK8)
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[@TheFK8Life]

Kept my FK8 mostly stock for the first year except wheels and tires - 265/35/18 on Titan 7 18x9.5 +45 offset made a massive difference in feel At first it takes getting used to as the wheels are 10lbs lighter per wheel....yes 40lbs lighter than stock wheels all around lol. The increased grip is amazing - car just sticks - incredible limits. Also changed the engine mounts as i hated the engine rocking back and forth on/off power. Stock power 1st year - was fun Then went bolt-on e30 417whp/434wtq Crazy torque response - light up the tires easily and mid corner which i hated compared to stock power delivery. Wanted more power so added fuel system and p600 turbo 533whp/436wtq - less wheelspin and no more mid corner wheelspin- much easier to push hard. 547whp on 33psi Switched to an RV6 R660 - 3" exhaust, 2000cc injectors 566whp/440wtq 7600rpm redline 30psi. Top end monster The car is an animal on upgraded turbo - still smooth but the pull never stops vs stock turbo falling on its face at 5k....this starts at 4k and never stops pulling to 7600 lol The car can handle ALOT of power so dont be afraid to go upgraded turbo - stock turbo on ethanol is actually harder to drive than upgraded turbo.

[@Jdmforall]

40lbs lighter and more grip sounds like a no brained lol! I did notice when letting off throttle it does want to kind of rock back.... A higher rpm would be great as well. Wow your build sounds great bro! Good to know that these amazing cars can handle more power/mods!

[@TheFK8Life]

@JDM For All around 530whp is a good affordable sweet spot - making above 550whp becomes alot more costly but possible. I'm beta testing the R660 turbo for RV6 so I'm pushing it as far as it will go - next round is 8000rpm and 34+psi - I'm adding an upgraded JE pro seal headgasket and ferrea valvetrain for that plus a hellcat low pressure fuel pump kit from JSR which isn't cheap lol but necessary when your trying to make high rpm power on these direct injection motors. So far we have guys making 630whp/700hp crank on stock bottom ends so the motor itself is very stout. The titans are forged and reasonably priced. I'm moving to a custom 10.5" wide wheel upfront for a 305mm tire for more traction but most guys are fine with 265s - I believe some guys even run 275s squared which is a tight squeeze in the rear but possible with a little massaging. Get the HAsport mounts - 62a for engine and trans mount - 70a for the rear motor mount - you'll love it

[@Jdmforall]

Thanks for the info! Wow your CTR sounds like a beast! 8k rpms!! Sounds like our k series is very well built from factory. What tuner are you running?

[@bryanbohlken7653]

Kept my 2021 all-stock because that keeps the resale value at a premium. No one trusts or wants to buy your project car. They trust Honda engineers.

[@TheFK8Life]

@Bryan Bohlken I make enough not to care about the resale of a 39k car lol Stay slow - probably safer that way for you

[@jfz313]

2021 rally red FK8 owner with all genuine Honda accessories. 'll never sell, a garage queen.

[@GaryStreet-ux9zp]

Had my 2020 FK8 2 years now, best car i have ever had. puts a smile on my face every time i jump into it.

[@chrisbecker3629]

Yea when I learned to drive manual a point made was to never down shift into first anyway. I only place it in first after a stop light or sign. Great looking car, man. I’ll be getting one this week in red.

[@theapplepaul]

There is a reason Honda made Sport the default setting. I have no issues even in Plus R on most roads. Whenever I put it in Comfort I wind up putting it back in Sport fairly soon. The ride is not so much better or softer as it is less controlled in Comfort mode. The seats are money. Best I have sat in for support in turns and yet not beating you up on long drives. Inclines and curbs require caution. My AB '18 is still stock. Three years in, still the best car I have owned. A keeper. I don't feel like the turbo 'quits' at 5,000- still pulls until closer to redline. BTW enjoyed the video. Keep up the good work.

[@Gooby-fj2zc]

fr bro I just got a 2019 and it pulls hard to about 6600 pretty fucking good.

[@williamtarr9758]

Love my 2020 fk8 it's boost blue as well

[@PappoProductions]

I love my FK8, bought it in 2020, 3 years in and only have full exhaust system with mishimoto intake installed. Once paid off I want to start with turbos and fuel system!

[@pablonatareno6638]

Bro I’m in the lookout for this exact one . Dealer got one at 39k for 8k miles . You think it’s a steal or I can haggle a better price

[@PappoProductions]

@@pablonatareno6638 I’d haggle more these things are losing value fast kbb it

[@madmugen888]

Great looking car!

[@Jdmforall]

Thank you! 🙏

[@jeremywong6219]

Looks great! What kind of canards are those?

[@Red05200]

I just bought one and i come from the Evo gang xD and i need to say is a great vehicle the suspension, features etc.

[@Yuni_Retakes]

I’ve never had an issue with the spring catching… might be something you want to check out 😂

[@type-r2021]

Oh men. i had sometimes the same issue about first gear that you cannot put into the gear. You have always to put in the 2nd gear and rev very slowly😐

[@w4kj4k1992]

Great video man! What are those front canards?

[@Jdmforall]

Thanks! They are the verus engineering canards.

[@tiduschenable]

Should try to change to 19" wheel 255/35/19 or 18" 265/35/18. it makes your ride so much better. I think Im going to keep my FK8/21 forever too.

[@Jdmforall]

I was planning on 19s in the future. I'm sure it will help to have more rubber on the wheels. Is torque steer a big issue with 18 or 19s?

[@tiduschenable]

@@Jdmforall I’m using 19” 9.5 +36 TE37 ultra track edition ii with 255/35/19. No torque steer issue for me, but my offset is a little bit too aggressive hence I have very limited option on tyres. Michelin PS4S fits perfectly without rubbing but RE71 gonna rub at rear. My suggestion is if you don’t want to sacrifice looks and performance go for 19” 9.5 +44 and 265/35/19. As for 18” you’ll probably get the best performance due to smaller wheel but u will have more torque steer.

[@niketariq]

Hey how can I know if mine is fk8 version by looking at the Vin #

[@midwestern_rc]

If you have to ask this question it is not an fk8

[@pablonatareno6638]

Just found out on the market . Sonic grey , 8k miles 2021 currently marked at 39k . You guys thinks it’s a good price ? Or took to bring down the price on it

[@furmenix]

I think it’s a good price but try to bring it down

[@Dirtywhiteboy118]

I thought the volume knob was only on the 2017-2018 model ? 2021 has volume knobs ?

[@Coda5610]

17-18 had the touch volume slider, 19-21 got the volume knob.

[@Dirtywhiteboy118]

@@Coda5610 19-21 it is for me then I need a a volume knob thanks brotha !!

[@Coda5610]

@@Dirtywhiteboy118 20+ also had 2 pieces front rotors, facelift grilles, shift knob, lane assist and more.

[@Dirtywhiteboy118]

@@Coda5610 is 2 piece rotors better?

[@Coda5610]

@@Dirtywhiteboy118 for racing yes

[@danielvue6978]

The most annoying thing I know about the fk8 is the front bumper and grill gaps. 😅

[@linoalbeusnardo6673]

Y’all,😂 I’ll do a test if this all true. y’all just need to buy me a honda civic type R. Thanks!

[@TheOGslime]

Wonder if this car is gonna be cheaper in 2 years when i can drive lol

[@Coda5610]

Ive had mine for 2 months so far, anddd its so boring to drive (first month bone stock, then got a PRL Intake), ive had 36 cars total, 8 hondas and it just feels like a normal civic. Going to be ordering a exhaust soon so hopefully that makes it better if not its getting sold.

[@MrRandomnese]

Update?

[@Coda5610]

@@MrRandomnese i put a Greddy Supreme SP exhaust on it, made it better but was still boring, so i sold it and got a F82 Manual M4

[@MrRandomnese]

@@Coda5610 interesting.. How can you have so many cars, what do you do for a living if I may ask? Even saving up for one car seems hard these days.

[@Coda5610]

@@MrRandomnese i only own 1 car which is the m4. Never owned more than 2 cars at a time.

[@Utubesuxmycock]

3k in a year? Must be your weekend or you don't go anywhere haha