JDML3IA Turns 1 Year Old! Mod List added - Weekend+Track Build Journal

[jdml3ia]

I documented these on my IG about a month ago. Posting here for reference. Saved about 11.5 pounds in unsprung weight in the front per corner, and rears about 7 pounds per corner for a total of 37 pounds.

Stock vs Ti

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[jdml3ia]

Stock w/ Michelin's vs 18x9.5 w/ Re71

 

[jdml3ia]

Stock VS GiroDisc

 

[Jack90210]

Sweet build! How were the RSR coilovers on the street relative to the stock suspension regarding comfort?

 

[jdml3ia]

Sweet build! How were the RSR coilovers on the street relative to the stock suspension regarding comfort?

Thanks!!

Street only application worked well. I'd say pretty close to stock. Ended up selling them due to strange noises, and wanted a more focused track setup. Link here for-sale ad.

Off-topic hot take: I personally wouldn't get the ITS ADS module (CTR comfort was just fine, put the money towards better suspension).

If I did suspension all over again, I should have gone straight to the Nitrons. In all honesty, the stock suspension works well. I would have put Ground Control's on them for daily driving had I known GC was still around.

 

[iforgettopee]

I had no idea ground control came out with this kit!!!

 

[jdml3ia]

I had no idea ground control came out with this kit!!!

Right! I just found out about it a few weeks go

 

[jdml3ia]

She's 1 year old in a few days!

Added to the first page-

Updated Mod List 1/13/2026:
A year old! The goal for this build is to keep the car as stock as possible, with an emphasis on track focus. She's nearly completed. First track day at 500 miles, she sits now with 5k miles a year later.

I call this the old man spec (no intake, no down pipe, no exhaust - close to stock engine bay, less is more)

Suspension/Brakes/Wheels/Tires
Nitron R1
HKS Canceller Module for FK8 (Plug-in Play into ADS)
EVS Front Camber Joints
SPC Rear Camber Arm Aluminum
Spoon Clutch Line
Spoon Brake Lines
Castrol SRF
Project Mu Club Racer Pads (Front Only)
GiroDisc (Front Rotors)
GiroDisc (Ti Shim)
TE37SL 18x9.5 38 - Diamond Silver
RE-71RS 275 Square
Chasing J's Ti Short Lugs

Interior/Exterior
Garmin Catalyst
3D Red Mats
Gtechniq Crystal Serum (Base)
Gtechniq EXO v5 (Top)
Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour
Gtechniq G1 Clear Vision
Llumar Air 80 Tint All around
Rear Wiper Delete
EVS Tow Hook w/ OEM Plate

Power/Cooling
Spoon Radiator
Spoon Thermostat
Spoon Oil Filter
Spoon Magnetic Drain Plug
Spoon Drop-in Filter
Cobb Radiator Hoses (I wanted something black)
RV6 Intercooler
Hondata w/ CANFlex (Tuned - Blend 91 to E-30, 5 hot swap maps)

SoCal Track PB's:
Buttonwillow Raceway (CW13) - 1:59.79 (sub2! This was a two-year goal accomplished in 11 months!)
Streets of Willow (SOW CW Reimagined Layout) - 1:23.44
Spring Mountain Charleston Peak (FULL), NV - 2:37

 

[iforgettopee]

how dare you update without pictures!

 

[jdml3ia]

how dare you update without pictures!

Lol, I will, but wanna put a fresh set of RE's soon. Hit you up in a bit.

 

[relapse]

I love the old man spec! Are you going to BW on 1/30? I’ll be there

 

[jdml3ia]

I love the old man spec! Are you going to BW on 1/30? I’ll be there

I have plans, but if they fall through, yes!

 

[jdml3ia]

Adding Spoon Front End Links and Photos

Spoon Front End Links reduced front-suspension noise. (Nitrons do not come with end links)