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Old May 17, 2018 | 05:16 PM
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Helios Boring Build Thread

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2018 Fit EX-L - Helios Yellow Pearl

EXTERIOR
Roof Wrap (Matte Black)
Rear Garnish and Front Lower Grille Wrap (Avery Conform Red Chrome)
Front Upper Grille Wrap (Avery Gloss Black)
HFP Sideskirts
EZLip Pro Universal Front Lip
50% Tint Front / 35% Tint Rear

WHEELS
EX Wheels Powdercoated Black
Gorilla Black Chrome Wheel Locks
H&R Trak+ DRM 25mm Rear Spacers

SUSPENSION
Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs
Moog Sway Bar End Links

Direct links to modification installs and notes
May 2018
Honda Accessories Cup Holder Insert: https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...ml#post1400976

June 2018
H&R Trak+ DRM Spacers for rear: https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...ml#post1401978
OEM HFP Sideskirts: https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...ml#post1403550
More sideskirts pics: https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...ml#post1404286

July 2018
Eibach Pro Kit Lowering Springs: https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...ml#post1405742 (read posts above for the OEM strut removal debacle)
Eibach Rear Bumpstops and Moog Swaybar End Links: https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...ml#post1406449
Red Chrome Tailgate Garnish Wrap & Front Grille Wrap: https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...ml#post1407148

August 2018
Updated Photoshoot: https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...ml#post1410916

September 2018
EZLip Pro: https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-...ml#post1412037
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Old May 18, 2018 | 11:01 AM
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is that matte? should’ve went glossy black on the roof. looks faded
 
Old May 18, 2018 | 12:16 PM
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Love the color!
 
Old May 18, 2018 | 07:54 PM
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Looks awesome, really looks like a pikachu (i barely know what it is , hope i spelled it correctly)
 
Old May 21, 2018 | 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by kenchan
is that matte? should’ve went glossy black on the roof. looks faded
Yes, it is matte. The wheels generally look like they're matte too unless I clean them with a product that adds some sheen. It was all done at the dealer. In retrospect I would've preferred a gloss wrap, then change the rear chrome garnish to the LX gloss black garnish and leave the emblem the standard chrome.
 
Old May 21, 2018 | 01:40 PM
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I ordered the Honda center console liner accessory. Being made of out of some sort of thermoplastic with a silicone additive it makes it easy to clean as well. The back lip tucks under the center console panel to hold it securely. Only downside is dust sticks to it very easily. They make it in orange and blue as well, if you're trying to bling the interior up, but neither color would match yellow/black that I have going on.

Anyway, overall it's a nice touch - nothing earth shattering. I think I paid $25 from Honda for it. Pics below.



 
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I like how the vinyl wrap flows from the roof, onto the wing area. nicely done!


Did you do the wrap yourself? if yes .... was it hard, and, any tips for someone that is looking to wrap theirs?
 
Old May 22, 2018 | 03:21 PM
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yah use the string cutter. very convenient.
 
Old Jun 4, 2018 | 07:45 PM
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received an early bday present from my lovely wife. H&D Trak+ DRM 25mm spacers. Part number is 5024561. These are hub centric and easy install. Build quality is solid. I was scared to get eBay ones since these hold the wheels on the car.

Before and after pics from side view mirror angle and from the lanewatch camera. I swear the lanewatch camera taunted me everyday. Put my turn signal on and can't even see my own wheel it's tucked so far in. So much better stance now.. very happy!


 

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Old Jun 4, 2018 | 08:07 PM
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nice. i like that it's not overly flush. any picts from the back?
 
Old Jun 4, 2018 | 09:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Helios
I ordered the Honda center console liner accessory. Being made of out of some sort of thermoplastic with a silicone additive it makes it easy to clean as well. The back lip tucks under the center console panel to hold it securely. Only downside is dust sticks to it very easily. They make it in orange and blue as well, if you're trying to bling the interior up, but neither color would match yellow/black that I have going on.

Anyway, overall it's a nice touch - nothing earth shattering. I think I paid $25 from Honda for it. Pics below.
I'm gonna check to see if my local honda dealer has this. I have an orange Fit and would love the orange liner.
 
Old Jun 6, 2018 | 12:56 PM
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nice. i like that it's not overly flush. any picts from the back?
I don't have a good before pic from the back, but I will take a pic when i get home today and post for you.
 
Old Jun 6, 2018 | 02:16 PM
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Looking good Helios any other plans?
 
Old Jun 6, 2018 | 05:38 PM
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after the spacer, how do you feel about driving feeling?

Any different? Or similar to OEM?
 
Old Jun 6, 2018 | 08:46 PM
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I don't have a good before pic from the back, but I will take a pic when i get home today and post for you.
cool. looking forward to it. im sure many others are also interested.
 
Old Jun 8, 2018 | 09:05 PM
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Snapped real quick at work. Angle isn’t he best but you get the idea.
 
Old Jun 8, 2018 | 09:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Fiiit
after the spacer, how do you feel about driving feeling?

Any different? Or similar to OEM?
maybe it feels a little more planted? Might just be me being optimistic though. I did it purely for cosmetics. It definitely hasn’t had any negative effect.
 
Old Jun 8, 2018 | 10:37 PM
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hey looks like a nice fitment
 
Old Jun 11, 2018 | 04:56 PM
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Found out my wife ordered me Eibach Pro Kit springs today for my bday

Not sure when they will be here, or how soon I will get them installed, but there will be an update once I get them on.
 
Old Jun 11, 2018 | 06:11 PM
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Found out my wife ordered me Eibach Pro Kit springs today for my bday

Not sure when they will be here, or how soon I will get them installed, but there will be an update once I get them on.


Nice. Does your wife have a single sister?
 



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