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Christopher Gower
United Kingdom
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 25 มี.ค. 2010
Videography & cars.
Modifying a Civic FN2 Type R to a very average level
Long-time subscribers may remember Josh and his track spec'd Integra.
In this video we take a look at his new car, a Civic FN2 Type R. We cover some of the plans for the project, what he's up to, and why he sold the DC5.
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Follow Josh and his build on Instagram: joshwatton
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In this video we take a look at his new car, a Civic FN2 Type R. We cover some of the plans for the project, what he's up to, and why he sold the DC5.
Subscribe for the next update!
Follow Josh and his build on Instagram: joshwatton
Follow me online:
cgower
www.tiktok.com/@carbonsoulz
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An update on the 172 Cup restoration
มุมมอง 28321 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา
As I've done such a poor job of documenting the progress on the 172 Cup resto, I figured I would just do a simple update on the car, using some of the footage from the build. The plan is to do a few more detailed videos where I can talk about what I did, step by step, as I've got hours of footage that details the underside prep, before and afters, etc. Cheers for watching. Follow me on: instagr...
Restoring an Old RenaultSport 172 Cup
มุมมอง 7016 หลายเดือนก่อน
So, last year, after turning the 200 into a full-blown track car, I decided that I didn't like the car all that much after all. It was good, but it wasn't exciting (to me at least), so I sold it. Like many 1*2 owners, I found myself wanting another. They're like boomerangs in that sense. This is the first of the restoration process.
This 174bhp Throttle Bodied Saxo VTS is MEGA Fun
มุมมอง 8Kปีที่แล้ว
Another 'lightweight' French hot-hatch review, this time, in a fully-stripped, not expense-spared Saxo track car. As far as Saxo VTSs go, this is pretty much as good as it gets. Full spec: 1.6 16v J4 Engine Emerald K6 Mapped to 174.2bhp Jenvey THROTTLE BODIES 90mm trumpets Jenvey fuel rail Jenvey inlet manifold Omex shift light Start button Ported & polished J4 head matched inlets Clio 182 inje...
Testing My Clio 200 Track Car at Brands for the First Time
มุมมอง 6Kปีที่แล้ว
So, after fitting the cage and the bucket seats in the previous video, Josh, Jack, myself and Harry headed to do our first track day of the year at Brands Hatch. We booked the Indy circuit and only had an evening slot, but this was ample time to test the car and try and get a feel for how it performs on the track. Overall, I am really impressed with the car. As always, it's my ability holding m...
Turning My Clio 200 Into A Track Car
มุมมอง 1.1Kปีที่แล้ว
In this video on the 200, we fit a couple of bits to the car, including an SW Motorsports cage, bucket seats and rear track door cards. Subscribe for the build! Follow me on: cgower www.tiktok.com/@carbonsoulz carbonsoulz Unique automotive artwork: carbonsoulz.com/ Media enquiries: info@carbonsoulz.com
The Best Budget Track Car You Can Buy in 2023?
มุมมอง 1.1Kปีที่แล้ว
A long overdue update on my own cars. At the start of 2023, I decided something had to give. Two cars, a Megane R26, and a 172 Cup was no longer a viable option - the R26 was too nice to drive and its value was all tied up in the car's low mileage, and I had taken the boosted Cup as far as I could really be bothered. Sold both within two weeks. Suddenly I was without a RenaultSport for the firs...
Honda Integra DC5 K24/K20 Mapping Session. 300bhp Possible?!
มุมมอง 6Kปีที่แล้ว
In our last video, we installed the Racing Circuits Engine Harness and started the Integra for the first time in about 8 months. In this video, we took a trip to R2 Automotive to get some new Drag Cartel Camshafts fitted to the K24/K20 engine and then headed to Jesse at JCAL to get the car mapped. Impressive numbers were made, but this is just the start of the content with this build. Make sure...
Honda Integra DC5/RSX - Racing Circuits Engine Harness Install & First Start?!
มุมมอง 807ปีที่แล้ว
Continuing with Josh's Integra DC5/RSX build, in this video we get to installing a Racing Circuits Engine Harness. Josh had wanted to tidy the loom of this car for some time and was never really truly satisfied with the OEM loom that he re-harnessed himself the first time around. With an engine bay this tidy, attention to detail matters. We also attempt a first start in 8 months, but things don...
Honda Integra DC5/RSX - PART 4 - Fitting Aftermarket Steering Wheel
มุมมอง 1.1Kปีที่แล้ว
Continuing the progress on Josh's Integra DC5 track car. Last time we took a look at weight-saving and fitting a lithium battery. In this video, we fit a Carbonsoulz sun strip, Mugen Racing steering wheel, and begin piecing the car back together in preparation for revised engine work. Subscribe for the next update! A detailed look at the spec before: th-cam.com/video/4ZG-5oFs2wQ/w-d-xo.html Fol...
Making the Turbo 172 Cup More ‘OEM’ - Part 2
มุมมอง 506ปีที่แล้ว
Another update on the turbo 172 Cup. This time, picking up from where we last left off. In this video, we remove the oil cooler, re-fit the fog-lights, front bumper and replace the scenic shifter with an OEM one. We (or Josh) also gave the engine bay a thorough clean - it turned out great. There's still plenty to do, with an 02 sensor to fit, gear linkage to sort, and bump stop to refit. Stay t...
Making the Turbo 172 Cup More ‘OEM’ - Part 1
มุมมอง 382ปีที่แล้ว
Another update on the turbo 172 Cup. This time, we're making the car more 'OEM', which between me and you involves removing some of the parts that I've fitted most recently and also giving the car a little bit of TLC and rest bite from being my daily driver. In this video, we remove the steering wheel and a few other parts to get to the oil cooler and filter. In the next video, which will be po...
Honda Integra DC5/RSX - PART 2 - Lithium Battery & Weight Saving
มุมมอง 716ปีที่แล้ว
The second installment on Josh's Integra DC5 track car. Last time we took a look at fitting a custom carbon fibre intake to the car and this time we turn our attention to weight saving. In order to compromise between lightweight and usable, Josh decided to strip the rear seats of the car, saving 12kg (something we don't mention in the video), as well as remove the air conditioning system. This,...
Budget Track Car Build: Is this Saxo VTS Swap any Good?
มุมมอง 8Kปีที่แล้ว
The first time I’ve ever driven a Saxo VTR, and it just so happens to be a full stripped, track-focused car. Needless to say, first impressions, the Saxo is basic, to say the least. On paper, its figures don’t scream “super fast hot hatch”. But scratch beneath the surface and consider that an OEM VTR weighed just 920kg, things are fierier than they first seem. Thank you to Amin and OEM plus for...
Preparing the Turbo Clio 172 for Track Days in 2023
มุมมอง 679ปีที่แล้ว
In this latest video featuring my turbo 172 cup, I talk about some of the improvements and modifications made in 2022, why I made them, and what can be done next to further improve the car. With the goal of getting out on track at least 3 times this year. Follow me on: cgower www.tiktok.com/@carbonsoulz carbonsoulz Unique automotive artwork: carbonsoulz.com/ Media ...
Honda Integra DC5 RSX - PART 1 - What’s Been Happening & Making A Custom Air Intake
มุมมอง 2Kปีที่แล้ว
Honda Integra DC5 RSX - PART 1 - What’s Been Happening & Making A Custom Air Intake
This B18C Type R Swapped EG Civic is Honda at its Best
มุมมอง 10K2 ปีที่แล้ว
This B18C Type R Swapped EG Civic is Honda at its Best
James's Rookie 600 Race Weekend at Silverstone 2022
มุมมอง 4022 ปีที่แล้ว
James's Rookie 600 Race Weekend at Silverstone 2022
This Is What the FN2 Should Have Been From Factory
มุมมอง 26K2 ปีที่แล้ว
This Is What the FN2 Should Have Been From Factory
The R26 Visits AW Motorworks for A Cambelt Change
มุมมอง 1.7K2 ปีที่แล้ว
The R26 Visits AW Motorworks for A Cambelt Change
Is the R26 Megane Better When Modified?
มุมมอง 3.1K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Is the R26 Megane Better When Modified?
These Modifications Completely Change the FN2 Type R
มุมมอง 24K2 ปีที่แล้ว
These Modifications Completely Change the FN2 Type R
A Detailed Look at the Modifications on My Turbo Clio
มุมมอง 1.1K2 ปีที่แล้ว
A Detailed Look at the Modifications on My Turbo Clio
The Megane R26 Is Even Better Than I Expected
มุมมอง 5K2 ปีที่แล้ว
The Megane R26 Is Even Better Than I Expected
This Might Be the World's Cleanest Integra DC5 RSX Type R
มุมมอง 33K2 ปีที่แล้ว
This Might Be the World's Cleanest Integra DC5 RSX Type R
Attending Japfest 2021 for the First Time Ever
มุมมอง 2622 ปีที่แล้ว
Attending Japfest 2021 for the First Time Ever
Civic FN2: How Good is the ‘worst’ Honda Type R?!
มุมมอง 28K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Civic FN2: How Good is the ‘worst’ Honda Type R?!
The Reason I Purchased A Renault Megane R26
มุมมอง 7K2 ปีที่แล้ว
The Reason I Purchased A Renault Megane R26
This Forged 330BHP Megane R26 is Hot-Hatch Perfection
มุมมอง 17K3 ปีที่แล้ว
This Forged 330BHP Megane R26 is Hot-Hatch Perfection
Looks a nightmare to work on ! My farther was a Renault fenatic and i always rember the 19 16 valve he basically had to take the front end apart to do the alternator lol
Rust bucket 😮
I’ve always wanted one of these
Cool car
Thanks for another video, glad to see you getting back into the video side of things. You're making me miss my old Renault's so I'll blame you if I buy another 😂
Good vid
With the 10mm pms front spacer. Does the wheel still locate itself on the hub protrusion? (E.g. the wheel is able to be centralised to the hub without bolts).
Yes it still centralises which is why I tend to run them. I’d still use a stud and nut conversion kit personally, but you can get longer OEM bolts. I’m going to take these off for track days though. I’m getting mega arch scrubbing at the front
@ChristopherGower ah, thanks for the response. You had the same setup with your turbo 172. But that had Brembo 4pots. You experience scrubbing then?
Definitely carry on, always good stuff!
My 182ff top mounts have about 10mm gap both sides. Old style nuts with cup dampers and cooksport springs. Wish i had lowered a bit less really. There's definitely something wrong there.
Cheers, I will take a look into it and fix it in the next video. I’ve got a few pre-track day bits to sort, so I may as well film it
@@ChristopherGower I replaced top mounts with new febi ones and tried using the revised 1 piece nut, and it actually made the gap even larger. About 12mm. So I've stuck with original spacer and slim nut. I wonder if trophy cars top mounts are just as bad? Definitely feels a bit sloppy going over rough ground.
You don't need to clean your car before every video - the camera hides a lot of things (film from a distance) Lovely Cup - defo get a stainless stealth exhaust and have a look at that top mount. Looking forward to see what your mates cars are. Video production is fine for youtube but I understand the feeling of trying to keep the quality level really high.
Get a 'Snappy' refurb wheel. You can choose your own material and colours.
That's for the standard wheel which is huge. I think Chris is wanting a smaller aftermarket steering wheel - around 330mm is perfect.
@@beijingbond Great value too.
I nearly bought this back in November/December. I just missed out but I have a Cup now which needs a bit of work. However, it's putting out 168.2 bhp after a tune at EFI last week.
Hi Chris, your content is always super clear and clean. Please keep it up! What cars do your friends have you'll cover? Looking forward to that
Great work! What's the heat shield that you are using?
Hi Chris, car look lovely! You’re back on your roof top?! Did you film just north of St Ives?
Thank you! Haha I am indeed. I tried a few spots to film this, but got moved on. This is about the only place you can film in peace. This is filmed in East Sussex where I am based
Looks great Chris, watched your rear beam video yesterday as research! Would like to get mine to a similar state soon
Looks awesome dude
So your engine is pneumonia hogeya ehh hogeya Vanessa to me engine,😊😅
I so miss my 172 Cup. It was an ex-demo car so I got it practically new at a great price with 80 miles on the clock. I got divorced and had to sell it after 5 years, but I do believe someone in Tunbridge Wells now has GXY (my buddy who lives there saw it at a youth football game). I see you changed the steering wheel. The original didn't have the dimple texture around the thumb grips - at least mine didn't, and it started to disintegrate, split & peel apart in the Summer. Best car I ever had, and it is a classic.
Mines cleaner ngl
2 years see 👀 🤣
Light changed 👀
4 s3 sound see 👀 👌
Different badge 😎
Btw one is for sale near me and its funny its cheaper than a nissan note honda jazz
Hi i live in new zealand and i had the fastest front wheel drive 1986 nissan pulsar hatch but had long hood,. 1.8 twin cams,. Cr x trueno/levins mazda familias and many more jdms,.
You kept mentioning the dc5 cams...thats not the gain its the oil pump balance shaft delete from the fd2. The dc5 cams only maoe around 3hp more than oem cams. If youre upgrading the cams even off the shelf drip in cams can give 10hp
Is that a film on your head lamps? Can you say where u purchased them
super clean and super legit
great review, real thourough!!
Lit🔥 what’s the brand of intake hose & clamp you’re using?
Had my fn2 2 years absolutely love it, I’m on tien springs, ultra racing rear arb, poly bushed lower arms & front arb with front & rear strut braces
looking at going for one of these in october :)
It is a worst mod to put a 0 resistance air intake. If you want to kill the engine good way to start.
Laisser les d origine sa ce revend chère d origine profite et revend mais d après moi tant résoudra une alors garde la ❤😂
Mon rêve cette auto le clios v6 n est pas finit il lui manque les deux turbo et les 4 roues motrice mais bon après ta un avion terrestre ❤😂 à ne pas faire résultats pas garantie 😮 et c est trop d argent pour le finie correctement ❤
T'y me la donne oui ou oui c est tou qui voit ta le choix 😂 ❤
I love these mapping/dyno sessions❤🏁👍🏻👍🏻🇱🇺
The car that us lads all wanted once upon a time lol
Love clios 😍 i prefer the 197 front end though 👀
How much is the diameter of the steering wheel?
Great video but I couldn't disagree more, having had both a 300bhp and a 508bhp Golf R lol. IMO you don't have to be able to find the limit, in order to have more fun on the way. and one can do a launch anytime anywhere basiclly. You can't tell us the fun is equal between a 300 and a 500 hp launch, can you?
so how much did the engine mods & tune cost ?
I had a r26 F1 team with a remap and it was good but silly unreliable. I now own a 2010 fn2 with the standard fit lsd. I have put a filter in the airbox and its has its wheels spaced out slightly and i can tell you its every bit as good as my megane. It actually handles really well and if you really work the engine hard its not slow. I would certainly have it over the megane.
Mkaes me miss mine , i build 2 of them a 03 model and a 06 model , both were feature in some magazines , this is all around the 07 time or so . i was big on clubrsx , i wonder if its still around . .
Soo Clio 200 or FN2? :)
16s turbo attention faut la passer 4x4 le train avant ne supportera pas autant de puissance je pense quoi que j ai vue des 205 2L16S turbo de 400 ch anti patinage oblige ❤ sinon jusqu en 4em sa burnes et grosse roues motrice àvant déformé la voiture comme on voie aux stat sur les civic k20 k24 turbo tousse passe en 4 roues motrices ❤ 🙏😔🤲🏻🇨🇵👉🏻👍
Petites sœur de la 205 gti vraie de vraie ❤
Pendant un moments y en avait une en kit compresseur elle donner du file à tordre aux puch eux porches 😂 et autres allemande très bonnes voiture pour les allemands mais pas mon goût sauf le golf 3 vr6 et e30 alpine turbo des goût de riches tant cas faire et en 2012 Citroën sport à fait croire qu il allé sortir le saxos vts bie turbo de 550 ch direct porche à sortie la gt2 et ferrarie je c est plus mais c était une pub feak 😂 550 ch la dedans bc de mort en vue pas asser de bon conducteur 😅 bref moi j aurait aimer qu il la fasse en 400 ch y en a largement assez 😮 regarde si tu trouve des vidéo sur le vts compresseur une fuser 😂❤
isnt this track in gran turismo??