High Mileage Fits
#381
I'm shopping coilovers just because I want to improve it from stock.
Car has been on Progress sway bar since new. Don't know if that has made a difference for longevity, but it sure improved ALL handling/driving characteristics.
Last edited by GAFIT; 08-04-2017 at 03:48 PM.
#382
Interesting side topic to the high mileage thing...
What aftermarket parts have stood the test of time? Here's my list...
Mugen shifter - works as new
Mugen vent visors - rubber strips left long, long ago, but they function fine without
Spoon magnetic drain plugs - still grabbing metal particles
Mugen door sill guards - held up fairly well. small scratches, but not bad at all considering wife, kid, dogs, and 9 years of use
Zeta dead pedal - still perfect
Honda rubber mats - look warn, but still doing their jobs
K&N filter - been cleaned/oiled numerous times, but still works
Zeta hood deflector - going strong after countless storms, car washes, etc
Progress sway bar with Panducky hardware - perfection
Rota RB wheels - clearcoat issues
EBC slotted rotors - lasted 130,000 or so miles and worked great
Hawk HP pads - same as above
ATE Superblue - replaced with non-blue version several times. Blue version permanently dyed the reservoir
JDM center console with armrest - car would have been traded without this major interior improvement. Armrest looks about as warn as upholstery. Not bad at all.
HID headlights and foglights - bought from seller on here. Lasted about 100,000 miles. Went back to halogen.
Solar Guard Metallic window tint - has lightened over the years, but still looks good+
Honda Performance axle back - showing signs of rust. Disappointing!
I know I'm forgetting some stuff. I'll try to edit to add what I'm forgetting later, but that's a good start. All parts were put on within 6,000 or so miles of purchasing the car new. At 190,000 miles now.
What aftermarket parts have stood the test of time? Here's my list...
Mugen shifter - works as new
Mugen vent visors - rubber strips left long, long ago, but they function fine without
Spoon magnetic drain plugs - still grabbing metal particles
Mugen door sill guards - held up fairly well. small scratches, but not bad at all considering wife, kid, dogs, and 9 years of use
Zeta dead pedal - still perfect
Honda rubber mats - look warn, but still doing their jobs
K&N filter - been cleaned/oiled numerous times, but still works
Zeta hood deflector - going strong after countless storms, car washes, etc
Progress sway bar with Panducky hardware - perfection
Rota RB wheels - clearcoat issues
EBC slotted rotors - lasted 130,000 or so miles and worked great
Hawk HP pads - same as above
ATE Superblue - replaced with non-blue version several times. Blue version permanently dyed the reservoir
JDM center console with armrest - car would have been traded without this major interior improvement. Armrest looks about as warn as upholstery. Not bad at all.
HID headlights and foglights - bought from seller on here. Lasted about 100,000 miles. Went back to halogen.
Solar Guard Metallic window tint - has lightened over the years, but still looks good+
Honda Performance axle back - showing signs of rust. Disappointing!
I know I'm forgetting some stuff. I'll try to edit to add what I'm forgetting later, but that's a good start. All parts were put on within 6,000 or so miles of purchasing the car new. At 190,000 miles now.
Last edited by GAFIT; 08-06-2017 at 10:31 PM.
#387
Brake pads or rotors? What kind of sound is it, engine related or wheel revolution related? Does it change if you turn the wheel from side to side?
You may want to use a stethoscope to listen to your alternator and water pump areas.
You may want to use a stethoscope to listen to your alternator and water pump areas.
#388
Mine (knock on wood) is going strong at 220K! Had to fix the airconditioning, the trunk latch doesn't work right anymore (not going to replace it) but otherwise this beauty is still going strong. I'm staying with her till the bitter end. Then it will be time to get a bigger car (boo) as I know have 2 kids since I bought the car and it's rough to camp with 2 adults, 2 dogs and camping gear. But maybe my husband will get a bigger car and I'll get another fit. Manual transmission too.
#393
2012 Fit sport with 153k miles. just replaced the shocks less than a month ago. the only thing that has failed so far was the clutch slave cylinder, which was incredibly easy to replace. doesn't burn or leak oil. she may be underpowered for my liking, but I love driving her everywhere.
#394
I am replacing mine every 2 yrs, just like the brake fluid, to keep it clean and moisture free. Super easy to do, just using the gravity. Opening the clutch fluid reservoir cap and letting the fluid come out of the clutch cylinder, while keeping an eye on the reservoir level.
#395
2007 AT Sport, 227,000 miles. In the last year I replaced the fuel pump (car wouldn't start anymore), and got new motor mounts (maybe too much off roading?). Still on original struts, though the are leaking and will be replaced soon.
I pre-emptively replaced the serpentine belt. I think one or two coil packs were done also.
That's it. I just put on my 4th set of tires.
Oh, the cruise on/off button won't stay engaged, I jammed a small piece of paper in there to hold it on.
I pre-emptively replaced the serpentine belt. I think one or two coil packs were done also.
That's it. I just put on my 4th set of tires.
Oh, the cruise on/off button won't stay engaged, I jammed a small piece of paper in there to hold it on.
#396
07 5Speed with 180K
Issues and parts replaced :
1 set of coil pack
1 Tailgate Door Handle replaced
1 Driver Door Lock repaired by a locksmith
1 Steering Ignition Lock repaired by a locksmith
1 O2 Sensor
1 Set of Brake pads and rotors ( front )
But now having Head Gasket and ISB issues...
Hard to believe but rear brakes never been replaced ( original ) and still pretty good
Issues and parts replaced :
1 set of coil pack
1 Tailgate Door Handle replaced
1 Driver Door Lock repaired by a locksmith
1 Steering Ignition Lock repaired by a locksmith
1 O2 Sensor
1 Set of Brake pads and rotors ( front )
But now having Head Gasket and ISB issues...
Hard to believe but rear brakes never been replaced ( original ) and still pretty good
#397
159,500 2007 Fit Sport.
I bought it used so I've had to:
new front brake pads
ignition coils and spark plugs
serpentine belt with new idler pulley
New air filters
That's about it. I have yet to do any of the fun modifications that I want.
I bought it used so I've had to:
new front brake pads
ignition coils and spark plugs
serpentine belt with new idler pulley
New air filters
That's about it. I have yet to do any of the fun modifications that I want.
#398
did you replace the serpentine as preventative, or did it break?
#400
2008 Sport with 199,100 miles and still averaging 34MPG. Aside from tires and oil changes, the only big maintenance I've had done is coil packs/plugs (did myself), and a valve adjustment at 150K. That's it. Best car i've ever owned.