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Mar 12, 2018 | 01:28 PM

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Oh nice! Looks like I've got some inspiration again for my own GK5. Great job on yours!

I'm also in the L.A. area (South Bay).

Mar 12, 2018 | 02:22 PM

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Oh nice! Looks like I've got some inspiration again for my own GK5. Great job on yours!

I'm also in the L.A. area (South Bay).

Thank you so much! I took a look at your Fit's thread and the images are broken for the most part.

You've got some work to do, mister!

Mar 13, 2018 | 06:45 PM

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Went for a short cruise and snapped some photos today!

Mar 14, 2018 | 09:03 PM

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Hhhhhnnnnggggghhhhh that Spoon shift knob is amazing!!!

EDIT: Did you order from ICB?

Mar 14, 2018 | 09:44 PM

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Acuity Instruments shift boot collar upgrade installed! Thank you, nisco, for taking the time to create a write-up specifically for the GK5. It was extremely helpful!

Check it out here:

https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...tallation.html

Here's the link to Acuity's install guide:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lS0...Ti__Ht2Nm/view

Here's the link to the shift boot collar upgrade:

https://acuityinstruments.com/produc...luminum-finish

This upgrade was a no-brainer for me. I didn't like the saggy shift boot, but I hadn't come up with a solution until I saw Acuity's shift boot collar upgrade.

Here's how I was running my shift boot prior to the boot collar upgrade:

I set the shift boot collar lower so it wouldn't rub against the shift knob and potentially cause any marring to the finish of the shift knob.

Disassembly was a breeze thanks to nisco's write-up!

All done!

No more sag!

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Mar 14, 2018 | 09:48 PM

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Hhhhhnnnnggggghhhhh that Spoon shift knob is amazing!!!

EDIT: Did you order from ICB?

Thank you! Blue is my favorite color and the weight of the aluminum version of the Spoon Sports shift knob is perfect.

I did order through ICB, but they're sold out now.

https://www.icbmotorsport.com/spspalshknsi.html

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Mar 14, 2018 | 09:58 PM

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Looks Awesome Kevin!! What did you end up using to hold the collar in?

Mar 14, 2018 | 10:01 PM

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Looks Awesome Kevin!! What did you end up using to hold the collar in?

Thanks, Scott! I forgot to mention that I followed your suggestion and used a rubber band.

Mar 14, 2018 | 10:10 PM

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Thanks, Scott! I forgot to mention that I followed your suggestion and used a rubber band.

KEVS, get out your meth lab weighing station and weigh the two knobs for comparison.

How do you like the feel and weight of the new knob over oem? is it the same height?

Mar 14, 2018 | 10:34 PM

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KEVS, get out your meth lab weighing station and weigh the two knobs for comparison.

How do you like the feel and weight of the new knob over oem? is it the same height?

LOL!

I've used the duracon version of the Spoon Sports shift knob in a different car and I loved it! The aluminum version is even better!

The Spoon Sports aluminum shift knob weighs 120 grams while the OEM shift knob weighed in at 62 grams just moments ago on my $5 food scale.

The cool thing about the Spoon Sports shift knob is that it's height adjustable, so you can set it where you want it.

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Mar 15, 2018 | 04:39 PM

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Went for a drive today with s2kookies and his friend! Beautiful roads and beautiful weather!

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Mar 16, 2018 | 06:24 AM

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Mini car meet!

I always like smaller groups, easier to deal with on a drive.

Mar 16, 2018 | 11:04 AM

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Mini car meet!

I always like smaller groups, easier to deal with on a drive.

AMEN!

Mar 16, 2018 | 12:24 PM

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Have you considered buying wheels?

Mar 17, 2018 | 01:08 AM

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Have you considered buying wheels?

In the future, absolutely!

Mar 17, 2018 | 02:27 PM

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More beautiful roads and beautiful weather!

Mar 18, 2018 | 02:42 AM

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I'm in love with this photograph!

Photo credit: Adam Johnston

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Mar 18, 2018 | 02:39 PM

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Hi Kevin! I also have the spoon side mirror, however have you test fitted yours? Mine actually came too small.. i checked the part number and we have the same exact ones. Maybe the side mirrors on jdm were small? Have you put yours yet?

Mar 18, 2018 | 03:29 PM

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Ouch...

Mar 20, 2018 | 03:57 AM

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With the help of my friend, Gabe, I installed:

Techna-Fit stainless steel brake lines (P/N: HN-2615)
Spoon Sports stainless steel clutch line (P/N: 46961-GE8-000)
Endless RF-650 brake fluid

Feedback from the brake and clutch pedals with the Endless RF-650 brake fluid is AMAZING!

This brake fluid is rather pricey, but it's definitely worth every penny to me.

I ordered my brake fluid through John from Corner3 Motorsports. John is a stand-up guy. Don't hesitate to contact them if you need anything for your Fit!

Thanks again, Gabe, for all of your help today!

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