HOW-TO BUILD A DIY SPLITTER & AIR DAM

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[@conifer9879]

I love how you show your thinking process as you go through the build. It makes me think that I could try this myself!

[@exenuvo2383]

Polycarbonate is alot stronger than plywood. More expensive but I would prefer not having splinters flying if I hit a rock or bump. But good design and excellent DIY! Over all 8/10 . Lol

[@Terruhcutta]

Robert Thomas i coated my plywood splitter with epoxy and then hit it with bed liner, i've hit curbs with no splinters haha

[@exenuvo2383]

@@Terruhcutta hell yeah, bedliner is magic in a can.

[@tatankahanska120]

But why wood ?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Cost, flexibility, ease of availability.

[@tatankahanska120]

@@GarageBuiltHondas that makes perfect sense

[@jamesly1066]

Enjoyed your video like always. Today I got into an accident and totaled my Rio Red 90 SI EF Hatch. I’m so sad. I put much effort into the car just to restore it back to its glory days. There was no aftermarket modification aside from the stock performance HKS exhaust. I made sure every stock pieces were restored back to its original form. The car still has all of its stock suspension. It handled like it just got out the dealer from 1990. What a sad day. Now when I see your videos I will miss the joy my car brings me even more.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

😭

[@Apexracingbr]

I don’t always comment but when I do is for something cool like this, great job!

[@masonpugh3637]

That's a great job on that air dam where you can take it off and put it on with the edging and the wood it's good job you did great

[@tonyrichtermusic]

I dont know how anyone could thumbs down this video... great job.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Lazy bums.. lol

[@anthonythebeard]

dude this is awesome. thanks so much for putting the entire process up. if people don't have the right tools this will be a little more difficult to do but you don't need a lot to pull it off. another option is to go to a hardware store and look for L beams/brackets they use for construction based purposes. it'd probably be cheaper than the L brackets for splitters! keen to give this a whirl. It'll also stop me from bumping my street sweeper into those annoying concrete and rubber ledges in parking lots! have a blessed day brother :)

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You're welcome, thanks for the comment and suggestions!! Glad you dig the video!

[@benjaminbutton1124]

Love this build, especially the dedication and patience you have. Very thorough of giving advice and recomendations. Awesome content subbed and notifications on full.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thank you!

[@MikeEH3]

Really cool project. Definitely gets the gears turning in my head for a similar setup.

[@MikeEH3]

Maybe use the second piece to cut a different shape and use a router to smooth the edges of the current one. Thanks for sharing.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I was thinking of trying to make it go farther back and make some mounts for it. More of an underbody kind of splitter. Not sure I can fit it though with the engine I have. We'll see where it goes!

[@xXChaz9849Xx]

Haha I did the same thing with my Integra except I used a sheet of aluminum for the splitter itself, and then I used some scrap gutter material for the air dam.

[@brodiescott2728]

Awesome DIY, being able to see a solution and go build it like that is a real talent!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Appreciate that!!

[@AutoBodyEverything]

Thank you for all the tips and tricks that can be applied to other projects

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Absolutely!

[@ferndogg2184]

Im not even thinking of putting or making a splitter, For some reason I watched the whole video. Great video

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks man! ❤️

[@Onefsturbocrx23]

I can say that you are the OG who invented this method for an EF bro :)

[@ghosttheoremproductions5469]

Nice job. We would build these as both air dams and belly plates. Extending the rear back to the cross chassis brace. Cleans things up with the "dirty" aerodynamics of the underside of the engine bay, helps reduce front lift, and seems to aid in evacuating heat from the engine bay better. I guess it would help as a simple skid plate though plywood isn't going to stop much. Maybe just spread out an impact. We would thin out JB Weld and paint the wood since this not only seals it nicely but also keeps it from being exposed from abrasion X time. Some of us built setups where a front impact would lift the splitter up without damaging it. Free to move up/down but held down by gravity/aero and can't fall off thanks to nuts/washers and retention cables. Help if you're really pushing things to the curbs and are real low.

[@xpeacemaster]

can you point me at any pictures for a setup like that? can't seem to fidn the right words to googl eit

[@ghosttheoremproductions5469]

@@xpeacemaster - Probably the best sources for what I'm talking about will be found if you google DIY Miata Aero. Follow the individual pics into their respective forums for more. Miata guys have been doing budget aero write-ups for ages.

[@TheJoecb]

Nice job man. I've been toying with the idea making something similar for my 97 Mirage. I plan on using a very thin wood to build the substrate something like 1/8" paneling. Then wrap it in fiberglass cloth and resin for strength.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

That's what I may try next. I've never used either product so it'd be cool to try it out.

[@boostnboba7658]

Legit!! Also many time attack teams make splitters out of wood(s)* so I guess that’s a testament to the durability everyone is worried about. Also this one ain’t going no where with some general maintenance and inspection ever so often.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thank you!!! Perfectly said!

[@justinl8886]

Dope! Put a huge #garagebuilthondas decal on that splitter. Would be dope as you come down the track in the videos.

[@oldsklteg]

Best believe im throwing a GBH decal front and center on mine!

[@InfiniteGamerXI]

Bro that looks so good! Super clean, super cool! Can’t wait to make my own front splitter

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks man, I love it. Going to make another one for my dad's crx soon too!

[@HooptyCrewRacing]

This is great. Glad I looked on the tube before I started my process. I'm pretty much going to do the same thing for my integra.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

👍

[@Michaelajacksonfilms]

Angle grinder, The offical woodworking tool of mechanics.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

All day!

[@jsol2480]

i love hearing your thought process. these came out great bro. it looks solid!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Appreciate that man!!

[@jsol2480]

@@GarageBuiltHondas Absolutely my pleasure bro. Tbh I've been watching mighty car mods for years. They took their content to massive projects now like swapping a b16 into a mini or installing all possible bolt ons into a golf. I guess what im saying is they are much more badabim badaboom type of content because the projects are much bigger. I am missing the diy type of content. Mods you do on your drive way. Keep it up bro! I am very happy to discover your youtube channel

[@spoonfixer3387]

The final shape you should make a jig of the other piece of wood so in case the other gets destroyed you have the measurements already transferred to the new piece. Nicely done. Always innovating bro. I dig it!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Good idea!

[@Michaelajacksonfilms]

Thanks again! Normal track car videos are hard to come by.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Definitely!

[@ryan_riffs]

There was a lot of elbow grease in that project! I just bought one of the "pistol grip" style pneumatic rivet guns on ebay, think like $36 and it really works great.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I need a better one. Mine is a harbor and on it's last legs. I'll look into that style, sounds better than this one.

[@alejandroruelas5650]

Great fit and finish as usual. Keep up the great quality work.

[@klasmedak556]

Those brackets are wicked! My only concern is how the heat from the header is going to interact with the plywood..

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I had no issue at all. I'll try to remember to address it in the track video coming out on 4/20.

[@hond4srule]

I can't believe how good that looks. Amazing !

[@roelpastors9588]

Awesome! , I'll definitely need something similar regarding the quick release. With all the insane speedbumps we have over here in The Netherlands.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yes, save you from destroying it prematurely!

[@RussellAdamsphotography]

Excellent job and video!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thank you very much!

[@tigris4149a2]

I love it already. Haven’t even gotten past the title screen. 🔥💪🏼

[@throughmyeyesmedia6492]

Damn bro your very creative on making lots of things work. And the splitter came out really good!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Appreciate it buddy!

[@calthorp]

Great job. Simple & effective.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks buddy!

[@benyam261]

That come out look good

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks!

[@pg03ben]

Love this, brilliant explanation… will try similar on my Megane I think!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thank you!

[@walperstyle]

You could use your xplitter/dam as a buck for a fiberglass or polyurethane version for mass produce.

[@MrRobear]

PCI makes great stuff!!! Good job man, it looks great!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Appreciate that man!!

[@georgelalama8154]

That was a great idea for a splitter. Can’t wait to see more videos.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thank you!

[@drewster956]

went ahead and put the dual springs in my ls head this weekend for my bcstage 2 turbo cams ,waiting to see ur allmotor cams dyno soon bro

[@park0rdie]

Sick build bro!!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks man!

[@mikemoe3481]

Nice . I’ve learned a lot from your videos and keeps me motivated

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Love to hear it. I'm always glad when I hear that it helps inspire and keep people wrenching!

[@shawnjacobi8717]

Looks really good I had never seen them mounts I just bent some 3/16 flat bar in to 90• But driving it on the hwy the very front was getting pulled down. so I had to mount some of them rods from the top of the bumper to the bottom of the splitter. But your turned out really good!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks. I'm actually at the track today and it feels solid. Doesn't pull or feel out of wack.

[@saeturn29]

Nice work! I recently built my own as well for track use. May have to go back to redo a few things.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I want to upgrade mine also. Probably eventually I will.

[@TimothyMoreno]

Definitely love with your doing with the EFS man ive learned so much watching . i have a 1989 dx sedan its a zc. I gutted it n deleted ac components as well as cutting the rear bumper support n rear bumper for more air flow lol ! She feels like a little monster 😈

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks Tim. Love to hear about other EF's being fixed up and loved! 🙏

[@s4fedriver]

This was really cool! I think it would have been cool to paint the splitter with some kind of truck Berliner to resist rock chips and scraping from speed bumps and stuff!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

That's a good idea!

[@jazimmerman32]

Man that came out good looks good on the car man

[@ze_german2921]

Totally love this tutorial and since your the kinda ocd kinda guy like me, for your next one you could use a roundover bit for the front edge :). As far as people downgrading this because it is wood. Formula 1 uses a Wooden floor to protect the underside. At least in the early 2000's they still had those.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thank you!

[@ratgreen]

Dip the rivnut in paint right before you put it in so that it covers the exposed metal of the drilled hole. Stops it rusting.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

That's a nice idea

[@derek6187]

Imagine if you left those thin gaps and when you hit ~70 it starts whistlin' like a tea kettle LOL

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Might scare people into thinking I have a turbo!!

[@themechanic6117]

Home depot motorsports prevails again. Looks great !

[@mattyc2815]

looks great dude! thank you for posting this!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks for checking it out! 👍

[@chrisleon7862]

I ❤ my gm ….😂😂 But sir you did great I’m 😢 I feel the it deserves. A chrome strip on it For the lightning McQueen efx …. 😂😂

[@MuffinRacing]

Clever setup! Looks great in person

[@franciscomartebobadilla7877]

Love it, great Job, i have dx 1989, and doing the same thanks

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Nice, have fun! Love these little toys!

[@chrismoon8853]

Nice little set up. Same quick release splitter brackets on ebay for $100. Gonna steal some ideas from this.

[@victor440_]

Awesome job

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks!

[@HydeMyJekyll]

I'd think a sheet of aluminum could be a lighter weight more durable material to use for this. You could bolt or rivet it together, or weld it.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

A lot of friends at the local track use alumalite. It was a lot more expensive for my first try at this. I may consider it in the future just because of the weight savings.

[@tappan48]

Great job!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks!

[@upfactoryracing4148]

Pretty clever build! Looks sweet!

[@ginoperez609]

Fatality!! Killing it like always.... salute!

[@kalebkunze5141]

How you like those neogens?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I love em! Good life expectancy, and decently grippy for some spirited fun.

[@ANDERZENAMG]

really cool man! great job showing the process.

[@Aeneas137]

what's going to happen to that naked plywood when those header pipes get up to about 700°?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Nothing. Still works fine to this day, zero damage. It's not close enough to make a difference.

[@Busydadgarage717]

Love it. Looks great! Really good job!

[@SIRICKO]

Get a router and round the edges that shit would look so clean.

[@dejesusmouse9841]

I really like your channel I learn allot

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

That's what I like to hear! 👍

[@gustavomendoza6414]

Awesome video bro Definitely something I’m going to try out

[@HaminKhatib]

Thank u Perfect !😮

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You're welcome 😊

[@darioalcala6995]

Great video brooooo !!! Will do this on my ef sedan in cali!!!!

[@comet30265]

Damn very clean dude

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks

[@jamesmcbride1712]

Great diy splitter

[@saleemhoosen2236]

What tyres are those? They look pretty awesome

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Nitto Neo-Gen, I really like them!

[@camd3041]

@5:58 did anyone else think that was the start to some epic pink floyd track? 😂

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Nice!!

[@aaronbo9994]

Nice job bro

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks man

[@aaronbo9994]

@@GarageBuiltHondas your are a big inspiration thanks for putting out great content.

[@joseperez1881]

Pretty fresh.

[@murphyspell7125]

How did you do the hole through your headlight?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

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[@thehouseofprojects9356]

Looks really good bro missed your videos

[@minimanadam]

Love the headlight intake

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks!

[@JakeDeSilva1]

Nice how to!!

[@scooterboy304]

That is bad ass buddy.

[@89GTFoxDude]

Awesome work man. Thanks for sharing. I had the same idea and this video just puts it into visual perspective. You plan to do the same for the sideskirts and rear diffuser?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thank you! I already have a PCI diffuser, might end up just buying some of their skirts also.

[@kevinhughes7552]

Bro pretty freaking awesome 👌 mane one day rap the wood in carbon cevlar and apoxy then it's more durable and water proof , great job on the splitter man

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks Kevin, I think with the next build I'd like to try exactly those things. It was fun building this, and look forward to trying to make better versions of it!

[@kevinhughes7552]

@@GarageBuiltHondas awesome I can't wait to see you do more projects just recently found your channel it's amazing, I miss my EF it was the same year as my birth date a mint 1988 bought it with jdm b16a with a gsr trans , I been into Honda's sense Jr high in the game sense 2005 , hope one day soon I'll be able to get another EF. My got stolen a few years ago 😭 but can enjoy them through your channel thank you for the thumb up and sending me a message 😎

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Anytime, glad to have you hear. I love hearing about all the EF stories/memories and always hope to show something enjoyable to my viewers. EF's will never get old, only more nostalgic!

[@jrflores6856]

Keep up the good work brotha👍

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

For sure brotha!

[@mshinny3137]

If you have to redo the splitter with your other wood piece i think I have an easy improvement. Cutting a channel in the wood for the plastic to sit in would eliminate gaps.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks for the input and tip!

[@ModGyver]

Awesome work bro, mad respect

[@KingLess2000]

Awesome. Real car enthusiast. I wish i could do this type of thing or other things in fact. Very creative. Nice bro

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thank you

[@operamatthew]

looks very good

[@IAutoEnthusiast]

Awesome videos keep up the good work love your car

[@johnnychimpo2928]

Awesome job!

[@LowNKum]

is it better to do this out of wood or use ABS plastic? My intensional usage for the splitter will be daily not track.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I'd say whichever is cheaper. The ABS might look nicer too as you can get it in a variety of colors and hopefully be smoother.

[@SIRICKO]

You killed it with this vid bro good shit my boy. That shit look so clean and simple and dope. I'm so fucking doing this. =)

[@silosis]

thumbnail earned you a sub haha

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Hell yes!

[@dcs-motorsport]

Great job sir. 👍🏻

[@boostben]

We have the same brackets on our race car. Nothing bothers me more than when companies use imperial fasteners on products designed for a metric car. Even worse with these they use both imperial and metric fasteners on the same product. besides that they work great and can take a beating.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

They are super cool! I was introduced to them last year and always wanted to try them out! Thanks for the input, I agree with you!

[@laintrain14]

This is awesome thank you for the video

[@710pappy]

Totally awesome 👍🏻

[@antrinh5525]

did u make it out of wood sheet? wouldn't it add more weight to the car?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I did. I weighed it and it's toward the end of the video. It only added 14lbs. It's not a super significant amount of weight. I could possibly offset it with a carbon hood (which I own, but needs sanding and clear coat) or a smaller batter which I hope to do in the future.

[@brydenal6319]

Using wood could be a good way to start a fire is the exhaust heat is more then expected and higher speed and RPM, Still good idea using wood cause it would be used as a template when you cut metal for the real parts.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks for the tip. I'll pay close attention to the area around the header.

[@cedriccope178]

Good video widmer

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks homie!

[@randomshawny2045]

Great idea!