EXCELLENT NEWS! Now we know the JDM/EUDM projectors will fit as well. I'm excited!
Keep the R&D news coming Also, I see the front BBK is fitted. Did that come from the GE8? Any modification required? |
Originally Posted by TofuShop
(Post 1261588)
EXCELLENT NEWS! Now we know the JDM/EUDM projectors will fit as well. I'm excited!
Keep the R&D news coming Also, I see the front BBK is fitted. Did that come from the GE8? Any modification required? We're testing 3 different brake calipers right now with different combinations of rotors but there is currently already a standard kit available for the GK Fit. Spoon Twin-Block Caliper http://www.gotuning.com/images/produ...6.thumb_medium Spoon Brake Rotor http://www.gotuning.com/images/produ...4.thumb_medium |
Is it possible to make a list of mods perform on the original post?
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Is there a carbon fiber spoiler/extension available stateside yet?? If so put me at the top of the want to buy list!!!
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In for updates!
Thanks for sharing the build with us :thumbups: |
Lovely pics! I want those JDM bumpers!
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I can't wait to see how this project turns out. Huge Spoon fan over here!
I have a better feeling about the GK than the GE8, not much aftermarket support for that car, a Hondata Flashpro would've been the best mod for a GE8. Now with the new more powerful Honda Earth engine, maybe Hondata will give it more thought than they did with the GE8. Question to Spoon... Will you be doing any Programming to tweak the power curve on the GK? If so, how are you going about doing that, and will there possibly be a part for the consumer market. I'm still hoping for a Flashpro from Hondata to come out for the GK, maybe you could beat them to the punch ;) |
Unfortunately the direct injection makes everything very difficult. I doubt we will see simple ecu flashes any time soon.
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Originally Posted by SpoonSportsUSA
(Post 1261592)
We're testing 3 different brake calipers right now with different combinations of rotors but there is currently already a standard kit available for the GK Fit.
Spoon Brake Rotor http://www.gotuning.com/images/produ...4.thumb_medium Could you please weigh the rotors and post up how much they weigh? I'm HUGE into reducing rotating mass and weight in general. I know it may be insignificant to most but it means the world to me. I do not want to know just for information purposes but to buy them when they are available (If they are quite a bit lighter than stock). Thanks a bunch if you can. |
I'm interested in knowing if the jdm projectors are plug and play
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Originally Posted by Myxalplyx
(Post 1261918)
This may be asking a lot but I figure why not take advantage of this rare opportunity since it is presenting itself.
Could you please weigh the rotors and post up how much they weigh? I'm HUGE into reducing rotating mass and weight in general. I know it may be insignificant to most but it means the world to me. I do not want to know just for information purposes but to buy them when they are available (If they are quite a bit lighter than stock). Thanks a bunch if you can. I'm an Autocrosser and saving weight on rotating mass is huge. I've seen cars that will go to great lengths to save on rotating mass, like designing custom caliper brackets out of aluminum, and using custom rotors with aluminum top hats. I'm guessing the Spoon calipers are lighter than stock (but have no effect on rotating mass of course) And the Spoon forged wheels are lightweight I am sure. |
Originally Posted by Stan Glockett
(Post 1261948)
I'm an Autocrosser and saving weight on rotating mass is huge. I've seen cars that will go to great lengths to save on rotating mass,
http://grassrootsmotorsports.com/med...ck-diet-7.jpeg he remove 3lbs off each rotor. i remember looking at the car at nationals in topeka. each one of the outer holes had cracks going between them... f that. lol.... |
Any info on the K20 GK5 Ichisama did in Japan ?
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The Spoon Caliper weighs in at 5lbs vs the factory at 10lbs. However, the Spoon rotor is bigger to work with the Spoon Twin-Block Caliper and it's not drilled so it's heavier than the stock one at 12.9 lbs vs 11.25 for the stock rotor. Overall, there is still a significant reduction in unsprung weight with a big increase in braking efficiency.
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Originally Posted by mike410b
(Post 1261449)
I'm guessing those are the high end Spoon dampers with Swift springs, rather than the less expensive Spoon/Showa shock/spring kits?
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Awesomesauce!!!
Been following the ST5 class progress of the GK and have been eagerly anticipating what that will mean for us :D https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hpho...96&oe=549B53F3 Maaaaan.... Guess I'm gonna have to register at Tumblr, can't let Spoon Lag! |
Originally Posted by TPColgett
(Post 1262276)
Awesomesauce!!!
Been following the ST5 class progress of the GK and have been eagerly anticipating what that will mean for us :D Maaaaan.... Guess I'm gonna have to register at Tumblr, can't let Spoon Lag! |
Many thanks to Spoon for being involved
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Originally Posted by Stan Glockett
(Post 1261948)
Also interested in this.
I'm an Autocrosser and saving weight on rotating mass is huge. I've seen cars that will go to great lengths to save on rotating mass, like designing custom caliper brackets out of aluminum, and using custom rotors with aluminum top hats. I'm guessing the Spoon calipers are lighter than stock (but have no effect on rotating mass of course) And the Spoon forged wheels are lightweight I am sure. Attachment 13929 |
Originally Posted by SpoonSportsUSA
(Post 1262273)
The Spoon Caliper weighs in at 5lbs vs the factory at 10lbs. However, the Spoon rotor is bigger to work with the Spoon Twin-Block Caliper and it's not drilled so it's heavier than the stock one at 12.9 lbs vs 11.25 for the stock rotor. Overall, there is still a significant reduction in unsprung weight with a big increase in braking efficiency.
Thank you for this information. |
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