Big Mike's Prelude REBUILD - Page 14

BigMike · #**391** (**permalink**) 05-22-2010, 11:41 AM

Here is another link for those of you that like to see more than just cars:

Event Coverage: The Mother of All Honda Meets – Eibach 2010 pt. 2 « Mayday Garage

BigMike · #**392** (**permalink**) 05-22-2010, 02:08 PM

AutoFashionUSA's coverage:

Eibach Meet 2010 — Autofashion USA Blog

eludeauthority · #**393** (**permalink**) 05-22-2010, 11:40 PM

from autofashion..."Building a Honda to be unique is a hard task for just about anyone. So many fake kits, fake wheels, fake parts, etc. run rampant through this scene. But every so often there are cars that go beyond the others and just do there car justice. For example, Big Mikes prelude. You just can’t touch that thing. It’s unique in every sense of the word and i don’t see any other prelude that can match up to his, at least not anytime soon."

congrats big mike

dbd6604 · #**394** (**permalink**) 05-23-2010, 12:01 AM

Thanks for the updates man. That was a ridiculous amount of pics. That LSBlue S2k = win. Those fenders are crazy. However....

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I remembering asking Jay if his S2000 got a lot of looks that day and he was like “Nah man, I was parked next to Big Mike”….haha, that’s messed up…

Best thing I've ever heard lol.

BigMike · #**395** (**permalink**) 05-24-2010, 05:45 PM

Part 3 fellas!

Event Coverage: The Mother of All Honda Meets – Eibach 2010 pt. 3 « Mayday Garage

Hornet56 · #**396** (**permalink**) 05-24-2010, 07:46 PM

Hi Mike, I'm a new member who just put a '92 on the track at Agassiz BC. I've been racing civics until this year and there's no way back now. Here's my racing blog: The_Hornets_Nest on Xanga Nice work, man.

BigMike · #**397** (**permalink**) 05-25-2010, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Hornet56

Hi Mike, I'm a new member who just put a '92 on the track at Agassiz BC. I've been racing civics until this year and there's no way back now. Here's my racing blog: The_Hornets_Nest on Xanga Nice work, man.

Awesome man! Thank you for taking the time to look through and post in this thread. I will definitely take the time to read through your blog. Take care.

dbd6604 · #**398** (**permalink**) 05-27-2010, 03:16 PM

Tucked radiator.... :jawdrop: That **** is sick. Thanks for the update.

Stevie_d13 · #**399** (**permalink**) 05-28-2010, 07:55 AM

Hi Mike,

Your car is an inspiration.
I restore classic Honda motorcycles for a living, (check my sig) some of them are SUPER rare (we have a bike in at the mo that is the only one left, out of the original 4 that were built in 1958) so I have to work to some pretty high standards.

To see someone applying the creativity, and level of craftsmanship that you are, to a car, (especially a 'lude!) is a beautiful thing.

As an engineer, complete Honda freak and restorer I truely appreciate the detail you've gone to. You have my respect.

Im hoping that one day I will have the time, space and money to build my 4th gen up to a similar standard. (I'll have to stop playing with bikes for a bit first thought!)

Stevie

BigMike · #**400** (**permalink**) 05-31-2010, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by dbd6604

Tucked radiator.... :jawdrop: That **** is sick. Thanks for the update.

Thanks man! What update are you talking about though bro?

dbd6604 · #**401** (**permalink**) 05-31-2010, 08:05 AM

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Event Coverage: The Mother of All Honda Meets – Eibach 2010 pt. 3 « Mayday Garage

That one. "Holy ****" was directed at the tucked radiator. Not that exact tucked radiator, just them in general. I've never even seen that.

BigMike · #**402** (**permalink**) 06-03-2010, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Stevie_d13

Hi Mike,

Your car is an inspiration.
I restore classic Honda motorcycles for a living, (check my sig) some of them are SUPER rare (we have a bike in at the mo that is the only one left, out of the original 4 that were built in 1958) so I have to work to some pretty high standards.

To see someone applying the creativity, and level of craftsmanship that you are, to a car, (especially a 'lude!) is a beautiful thing.

As an engineer, complete Honda freak and restorer I truely appreciate the detail you've gone to. You have my respect.

Im hoping that one day I will have the time, space and money to build my 4th gen up to a similar standard. (I'll have to stop playing with bikes for a bit first thought!)

Stevie

Stevie,

I am very, very glad that you took the time to post up in this thread with those kind words. I am very honored by your comments, I truly am. Coming from an "engineer, complete Honda freak and restorer," I could not have asked for a higher compliment. THANK YOU.

BigMike · #**403** (**permalink**) 06-08-2010, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by dbd6604

That one. "Holy ****" was directed at the tucked radiator. Not that exact tucked radiator, just them in general. I've never even seen that.

Sorry bro, but I think I am just missing which one in particular you are talking about.

But yea, tucked radiator setups are becoming increasingly popular within the elite Honda enthusiast/builder. I am seeing more and more pop up in multiples chassis.

eludeauthority · #**404** (**permalink**) 06-08-2010, 11:40 PM

just picked up the innovative alternator relocator, thanks for the recommendation

BigMike · #**405** (**permalink**) 06-11-2010, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by eludeauthority

just picked up the innovative alternator relocator, thanks for the recommendation

No problem bro. Let me know how you like it.

apex1972 · #**406** (**permalink**) 06-12-2010, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Lazer

well...guess I missed that lol!

I hope this question is not taken the wrong way. With alot of the current builds I have seen the un-used holes under the hood welded up and smoothed before paint was applied. I was just wondering why you chose not to do this. I am not saying that your bay is bad AT ALL. this is the sickest bay I have ever and will probably ever see. I was just figuring that with all the other mods like the tucked radiator and brake boosted delete that tha little things like the extra holes really were not a big deal anyway. Once again, much respect to your car and to you Mike. It was just an observation as I was drooling over the engine bay pics.

:notwo rthy:

eludeauthority · #**407** (**permalink**) 06-12-2010, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by BigMike

No problem bro. Let me know how you like it.

tried installing it today but the belt rubs the plastic timing cover (where a pulley is behind the cover). did you have this issue too or am i doing something wrong? thanks for the help.

BigMike · #**408** (**permalink**) 06-15-2010, 06:06 PM

Hmmm... well, I don't think you are doing anything "wrong" per se. I do not have that problem because I am using a belt with a lesser amount of ribs. I will look at the car when I get home and give you the belt number, but I am using a 3 or 4 rib belt, which is obviously smaller diameter than the one you are using, and I do not have any rubbing issues.

dbd6604 · #**409** (**permalink**) 06-15-2010, 09:05 PM

Stock is like, 5 rib right? I doubt it would hurt anything to run 3/4 ribs like BigMike said.

eludeauthority · #**410** (**permalink**) 06-15-2010, 09:11 PM

yep stock is 5 rib and definitely can't find a 5 rib 32" belt anywhere. but thanks for the idea big mike on running a 3 rib civic belt, i really like the relocator by the way and appreciate the reply.

BigMike · #**411** (**permalink**) 06-16-2010, 02:17 PM

No problem man. I will give you the part number asap. I can't imagine you having any more problems when you go with a smaller diameter belt.

BigMike · #**412** (**permalink**) 06-16-2010, 02:20 PM

I went to a shop by the name of Island Motorsports' 15th year anniversary meet.

For coverage of the event you can go here:
Island Motorsports 15-year anniversary meet… « The Chronicles…ver.2 – A Honda Dedicated Blog/E'Publication

Here are just a couple of pictures from the meet...

BigMike · #**413** (**permalink**) 06-17-2010, 02:26 PM

I'm not sure if I posted this up or not, but check this out.

You can learn more about it here:
We’re big in Japan…(literally)… « The Chronicles…ver.2 – A Honda Dedicated Blog/E'Publication

eludeauthority · #**414** (**permalink**) 06-18-2010, 01:28 AM

that's sick mike!

i have the alternator spinning up again with that 3 rib belt, you were more help than innovative by the way, appreciate it.

BigMike · #**415** (**permalink**) 06-18-2010, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by eludeauthority

that's sick mike!

i have the alternator spinning up again with that 3 rib belt, you were more help than innovative by the way, appreciate it.

Thanks man. Ok, so your using a 3 rib belt (BTW, sorry for not getting back to you with the part number on my belt. I just kept forgetting, hahaha. Sorry brotha.) and having no problems, right? Everything is good?

So Innovative wasn't helpful? Please elaborate.

dannelson · #**416** (**permalink**) 06-20-2010, 04:29 PM

Saw your car in the NSEX edition of honda tuning! Looks sweet man!

BigMike · #**417** (**permalink**) 06-21-2010, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by dannelson

Saw your car in the NSEX edition of honda tuning! Looks sweet man!

Thank you!

mizlude · #**418** (**permalink**) 06-29-2010, 05:00 AM

I wan't your valve cover but I wan't lil mike engraved in it, well more like need to because I'm only 6 foot 170 lol.

BigMike · #**419** (**permalink**) 07-03-2010, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by mizlude

I wan't your valve cover but I wan't lil mike engraved in it, well more like need to because I'm only 6 foot 170 lol.

I can have that done for you if you are serious, hahaha. I really can.

BigMike · #**420** (**permalink**) 07-04-2010, 12:00 AM

Ok, so I sold my Advan RGs and bought new wheels. I just put them on last night and I am LOVING IT. Let's just say that they completely change the look of the car. I have wanted a set of these wheels for many, many years and now I finally own them in the perfect sizing! I'm going to put my brand new Falken Azeni RT-615Ks on them, and get new lug nuts, and then dial in my suspension. The Spocom Long Beach Super Show is coming up, and I am going to debut the new setup there. My vehicle is going to be in Falken Tire's booth at this event, so look forward to great pictures to come fellas.

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