Honda Civic EP3 ES Bone Pull Rod Rear Wheel Recliner in Aluminium Alloy

This car modification component provides a specific upgrade path for owners of 2001-2005 Honda Civic SI models with the EP3 chassis and ES bone specification. It is a pull rod rear wheel recliner, a part designed to alter the rear suspension geometry. Fabricated from aluminium alloy, the primary practical benefit is a reduction in component weight, quantified at a net weight of 1.9kg. The product is offered with a choice of two coloured powder coat finishes: blue or red. This description outlines the product's application, construction, and the practical considerations for its use.

Features and Construction

The component is defined by its precise application and material choice. It is not a universal part but is engineered for a specific vehicle platform and specification.

Material and Build

The recliner is constructed from aluminium alloy, a material frequently selected in performance automotive applications for its favourable strength-to-weight characteristics. This choice directly contributes to the component's stated net weight of 1.9kg. The available blue or red finish is a powder coat, a durable coating method that provides both corrosion resistance and a defined visual appearance.

Size and Practical Fit

The product's key specification is its direct compatibility with the 2001-2005 Honda Civic SI EP3 chassis in the ES bone configuration. This precise fitment is critical, as suspension components require exact alignment and mounting points to function correctly and safely. The 'pull rod rear wheel recliner' designation indicates its role within the rear suspension assembly, where it is involved in adjusting wheel positioning.

Uses and Placement

This is a specialist component intended for vehicle modification rather than general maintenance. Its use assumes a specific goal related to vehicle dynamics.

Event or Professional Use

In a motorsport or dedicated track-day context, adjusting suspension geometry with components like this recliner can be part of fine-tuning a vehicle's handling balance, camber, or toe settings. The weight saving from the aluminium alloy construction can contribute to reducing unsprung mass, a factor that can influence suspension response. It is a component for users with a defined performance target for their Honda Civic EP3.

Everyday Home Use

For the road-going enthusiast, this component represents a measurable upgrade in terms of material quality and potential weight reduction over a factory part. Any changes to suspension geometry should be undertaken with an understanding of how they will affect tyre wear, handling feel, and vehicle alignment. It is an upgrade that requires professional installation and subsequent wheel alignment to ensure safety and proper vehicle function.

Benefits and Buying Value

The value of this product lies in its material specification, precise application, and the clear intent behind its design.

Reuse and Low Maintenance

As a durable metal component with a powder-coated finish, it is designed for long-term use as part of the vehicle's suspension system. Like all suspension parts, it should be periodically inspected for wear, damage, or corrosion, especially in regions where roads are salted in winter. Its maintenance is tied to standard automotive suspension checking procedures.

Why Choose This Product

This product is chosen for its direct compatibility with a specific and popular performance vehicle model, the Honda Civic EP3 SI. The aluminium alloy construction offers a tangible, quantifiable benefit in reduced weight (1.9kg) compared to a potential factory-equivalent steel component. The choice of colour (blue or red) allows for a degree of personalisation within the engine bay or suspension area. It is a component for owners who prioritise a precise fit and material upgrade for their modification project.