My Civic is Flexing a Little Less These Days... | DC Sports Carbon Steel Strut Bars
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- čas přidán 17. 01. 2021
- Sometimes "cheaper" is not always the answer. It was time to say goodbye to my budget Amazon Strut Bars in place of something better! This time around, we're doing it RIGHT with DC Sports One-Piece Carbon Steel Strut Bars. Less Flex, Better Handling, Papa John's.
While many of the mods on my Honda Civic are budget oriented, others are worth spending a little more on. With my Amazon/eBay Strut bars constantly coming loose, I was in search of a SOLID one-piece design. Did the cheap option make a difference? Absolutely. But the CS-2 bars have drastically raised the bar (get it). So we're trying this again, with hopefully a better long-term solution for making the Honda Civic handle better with my supporting suspension mods.
Whether you own a Honda Civic or something else entirely, I personally think strut bars are still an overlooked add-on that absolutely make a difference. On lighter cars, you'll notice a better "turn in" feeling, as well as displacement of bumps in the road. You WILL feel the difference within the wheel, but whether you push the car hard enough to notice the other differences is up to you. So in today's video I show you how to install the strut bars (easy) with my thoughts along the process. My carpet cutting could have been a bit better, but not the worst thing I've done.
As always, thanks for watching and continuing to support the channel! If you're reading this, write the words (chicken nugget) in the comments. Everyone else will think you're crazy, but i'll be in on the joke with you. IYKYK.
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I’ve never had to re-upload a video before so I apologize! Had some technical issues with the first version but all is well now! Thank you for coming back to watch!
Do you still have the grom?
How much is this strut bar
Every Month Anthony 😂😂😂
It really do be like that sometimes though
I laughed wayyy too hard at this 😂😂
Lmao!!!
Dude 💀💀💀💀💀
Facts smh
I think you can truly say “The cleanest civic on CZcams”
Now I’m not sure I would say that haha
Almost. There’s a channel called obsessed garage that’s very solid as well
I still can’t get over how clean and loud that vtec crossover is for a single cam 🥵
It surprises me too haha
What's a vtech crossover?
@@overlandersnorthwest Get out
Nvm injustice figured it out as soon as I drove higher rpm
It was a joke mate ;-)
“Every Month Anthony”🤣🤣
ILove seeing your mods man, gives me ideas for the future because at the moment wifey don’t let me spend much & rn little by little I’m changing parts from the engine that has to be changed in order for the civic to run smoothly!
rare to see single cams these days lol.
The best civic on CZcams! Love seeing it bro, keep up the great work
Thanks man! Far from the best but I appreciate that haha
Wow! Just found the channel! Looking forward for more civic content, thanks! Subbed
Hey man! Can't wait for the header video! My new Yonaka sounds AMAZING. Keep up the content 🤙😄
I’m pumped to get the headers in!
I’ve never own a Honda but yet your Honda model has alway been my favorite ever since NFS underground keep it looking Mint!
Just put mine on my CM5 a couple days ago. Love the way it looks and it makes a big difference.
Man I’ve been waiting for a civic video for so long
More are on the way!
Fun to watch, only recently been tuned in to your channel. I'm a neighbor from the south (Utah). Good content and enjoying it. Keep up the work!
Thanks for coming to watch!
@@ALLDAYANTHONY your welcome! It's been super fun. Maybe one day we can convince you to come down south. Maybe run a Utah SCCA Autocross event called "October fast" where we do Idaho vs Utah!
Love the Civic content keep it up 🔥
Thanks for coming to watch!
Bought an ek sedan because these videos keep them going.
Yessirr sedan gang
I have 96 ex ek sedan
That Civic looks brand new!
Just bought a 2000 civic ex just like this. Much love from up north in Couer d'Alene!
Congrats! Thanks for watching!
Best looking civic I've ever seen
Appreciate that man
Great buy, I have the same, you won’t regret it!!
I think so too!
You Civic is the inspiration for me to work and modifiy my own civic
Do it!! I believe in you
@@ALLDAYANTHONY I've got plan for 2021 for my 9th gen civic
I’ve got DC Sports bar for my 10th gen Civic build and it’s such a nice piece. I’m thinking about getting their matching cold air intake too.
Hello Anthony, I really like the design of the strut stabilizer bars, when I saw the description of your video I immediately went to the amazon link, however it is out of stock, later visit the DC Sports page directly and there if they have in stock, I think that I will buy both.
Looking great!!!!
I live in Idaho as well! Hoping to get a civic some time soon, good vid
I hope you do!
My man living up to his name now
Haha i figured I might as well just own it
I'm a long time subscriber of your channel. I have 97 Civic myself that I've been slowly but surely trying to customize. There's nothing wrong with your upgrade and i absolutely understand your frustrations with your old ones. I'm not going to lie tho, I'm probably going to go the cheaper route you initially went with anyway so if you decide to get rid of your old set up, let me know what you want for them and If the price is right I'd definitely be interested. That is if you'd even be interested in parting with them. Either way, thanks in advance.
The cheap ones were not BAD just slightly annoying. I would still recommend them for anyone trying to save money
its een 84 years hahah welcome back man
It has!
Going with name brand. Nice
I like it!
Very Nice Man, real struts bar. Where do you bought the piece of carbon on rear wing?
To continue from last night, I got mine at the junkyard for 8 bucks haha. This new one looks great and getting it.
That’s a steal of a deal man!
Well, if you do a swap, you'll have plenty of clearance! Those strut bars look good!
I think so too!
Looks clean!
Thanks man
Just got the same TruHart suspension as yours and my car feels wayy better
Awesome man! Makes a big difference
I might be cheap but you could've used some blue lock thread locker. Those new ones really good though. I just bought a Tanabe strut bar for my 2017 Mazda 3 manual. Super excited! $135.51 with two business day shipping.
100k on the way 🔥🔥🔥
Slowly but surely!
I too went "cheap ebay" on my strut bars initially. Problem I noticed, was there are too many weak points in it. The black semi circle mount to the chassis and strut tower isn't that great. The threads and adjustable nut on each end are a weak point that allows for way too much flexing. You did your Civic justice by spending more and getting a solid bar. No weak points
Finally a new one lezzgo!
I feel like this is one of those projects that started as a "budget" or "daily" car but ends up with more attention than your main car haha!
I won’t disagree with you there haha
Can't wait for my part to come in for my civic also chicken nugget 😂
Hey Anthony, will we be getting the junkyard walkthrough videos again? I know it is cold right now and with all the COVID going on, I just wanted to ask.
Have one being edited now!
Fire video
Thanks dude
I got a 98 Honda Civic EX for 500$ 2 weeks ago I love it
The DC Sports header actually makes more power than the Skunk2 Alpha header. It is a good upgrade.
Steel strat bar I musta missed that video when you did it the first time but no bigger. Btw I wanted to ask i just don’t know what it’s called but when you like wash your tires what is that thing you put them or place? I’m trying to get one but I have no idea what there called or something you just use that just works when washing and cleaning your tires?
Anthony, are you sure your part # was correct?
I purchased one of those years ago, CSB1315, and couldn't get it to fit even with the car on jacks to correct the flex. That strut was about 1 5/16" too long. Perhaps you were fortunate enough to have less flex in your engine bay during your install?
You should do a header here soon
Been rocking solid motor mounts, on a cammed integ.
That must feel crazy!
Love the videos, getting this upgrade. #EKLIFE
Thanks man! The bars are great
@@ALLDAYANTHONY thats great to hear, I've always wanted a civic to mod. Your videos are letting me know i don't have to break the bank to do so. Thanks a lot.
Any opinion on dc sport mufflers? Thinking about getting them
You gonna add a set of headers yet?
I say we need Anthony to show HIS face. Haha
Like the car bro. I got a 09 g8 gt the has 500 hp to the wheel all motor.. about 600 to crank
Clicked the like button, 666. Thought about your episode from the gas station lol.
Are you ever ditch that hot air intake ? As for the first strut bar all you had to do was add lock tight to the nuts and they would have never loosen again .love the dc bars tho buying some myself.
Tried loctite, STILL came loose.
Every month 🤣🤣🤣. Quality over quantity my dude.
I keep trying to tell myself that lol
Turbo the d with vitara pistons and forged rods and get a lsd or b swap would also be cool, overall a clean ass civic 👌
Thanks for watching!
When is the break swap? Will you upgrade the front breaks as well? Did you find the part you needed to run new break lines?
I would most likely do all 4 but I may HAVE to do new drum shoes in the meantime
Are you going to maybe do an engine swap for the civic? Maybe a b16b or a b18?
What type of rear tail is that i like it, is that a specific model?
I hope the reload didn’t remove the hilarious bloopers at the end.
Lol oh there’s still loads
Every Month lmfao class !!!
😂🙌🏻
Magic Carbon
Let’s go bois!
Much better look
I think so too!
Hey Anthony when you installing an si cluster ?
I have it, just need to make the video!
I just ordered one front strut but it did not fit my EK hatch, looks like the bar is an inch larger. And the holes don’t match. I re-order a new one and same issues
🔥🔥🔥
🤘🏻🤘🏻
Hey bro What torque wrench do you use ?
Is there a keyless entry for civic 1996????
Such a clean civic, any plans for a b-swap? 😁
Eventually thats the plan!
Will yoy ever put foglights on the civic?
Are you selling the strut bar you take out
Do a disk conversion on the rears
That’s the plan if I can find some!
There was some on a local Honda page for Idaho not too long ago
Would this fit on a 04 lx civic
Hey Anthony will you ever turbo the D series? Or just swap a B or K?
A swap is the most likely option!
What u guys think of an H swap?
H swaps are dope, can make allot of power
Im waiting fir this civic😭🤣
How does he not have 100k. If your watching this you have to subscribe!
Unfortunately I ordered this bar twice, for my 7th gen coupe. Both times I was told they were out of stock. Still unable to locate one anywhere because I guess it's been discontinued. Sucks because all I wanted to do was improve suspension on this car.
It should still be available! Have you reached out to DC?
@@ALLDAYANTHONY I meant for the 7th gen coupe not the 6th gen. I think that's why it's discontinued. The 7th gen Civic was never very popular. But thanks for your concern. Still loving your Civic videos man.
DC sports make 2 that look alike. CSB1304 " for B series and integra" and CSB 1304 " for regular civics ".. the first one is cheaper but the mounting spot is the same. anyone tried both? i have a civic dx
Comment for the rithm.....again
I didn't come to see your Honda Civic. I came to see your Honda Lawn Mower...
That lawn mower is amazing tbh
Hey man what tool box is that? Is it worth the money?
Husky mechanics box from Home Depot. Absolutely worth it!
Anthony, in case you no longer use the bars you took from your CIVIC, could you give them to me?
Chicken Nugget!
Haha yes! 😂
I was like let goo and then I saw it was the same video
Will you ever turbo it at some point or k swap ?
Most likely a swap
How many miles now?
Would I be correct if I said that there’s gonna be another junkyard video in the near future? I saw the civic parked in the Jalopy Jungle parking lot the other day.
Also, Chicken Nugget
Yep its on the way!
Next time for loosen bolts use locktile glue
Think you’ll ever take this out to a track day?
We don’t have a nearby track but possibly auto x
Can you do a wire tuck video
That’s one of those things that looks good but isn’t really my style
Why did the original video get taken down
Small technical error!
10:53 Is that 36 nm or 36 ft-lb on that torque wrench?
36 ft lb!
Damn man, thought u gave up
Haha still at it slowly but surely
Hey Anthony, do you think you'd ever sell this beauty?
Hmm eventually, just not yet
@@ALLDAYANTHONY I’ll be waiting!
Just a thought but you could have cut the carpet so it had a flap instead of completely cutting the material out
I think the flap looks worse than a hole IMO lol
Maybe u should add a turbo next
Guys do u think a aem intake is worth it for my 2000 ex, i want it just for the sound is it worth it?
Yeah go for it man I had one on mine and I liked it
Do it. For sound it does make a difference
I had those on my eg sedan i prefer these over the spoon
Much cheaper than spoon too lol