It has been a while since I did it; I should have taken more pictures. The way it is written, it may have been just on the sides. I don't think the coupe trunk area is any different than the sedan. There is a big difference in the panels between LX and EX because the EX is bumped out to fit over the ABS module. The module can be moved as Jarrett indicated; you could then find an LX panel. I didn't have to cut the side panels other than at the lower corner of the very forward end.
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90 LX 4dr 5 spd 396,014 (sold 1/1/2022) - MRT: http://www.cb7tuner.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=201450
08 Element LX FWD AT 229,000 - MRT: fleetw00d : 2008 Honda Element LX - CB7Tuner Forums
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Originally posted by fleetw00d View PostIt has been a while since I did it; I should have taken more pictures. The way it is written, it may have been just on the sides. I don't think the coupe trunk area is any different than the sedan. There is a big difference in the panels between LX and EX because the EX is bumped out to fit over the ABS module. The module can be moved as Jarrett indicated; you could then find an LX panel. I didn't have to cut the side panels other than at the lower corner of the very forward end.
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After trimming the edges and other things trying to get that top part to go back i realized it will not go back any farther. It still rubs the braces. THe only thing to do is put some washers on the bolts. The trunk lid will not go back any farther without cutting the trim piece that attaches to trunk lock. I have no ideal how yall got this to fit so easily. I have pinched, squeezed, cut and anything else i can do to get another inch. The lid has no more room and the top part can't be pushed back no farther and it still rubs.
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Originally posted by fleetw00d View PostIt has been a while since I did it; I should have taken more pictures. The way it is written, it may have been just on the sides. I don't think the coupe trunk area is any different than the sedan. There is a big difference in the panels between LX and EX because the EX is bumped out to fit over the ABS module. The module can be moved as Jarrett indicated; you could then find an LX panel. I didn't have to cut the side panels other than at the lower corner of the very forward end.
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all done and it looks beautiful. Less room but got a full size tire and nice clean storage. One question i got if anyone is still reading this post. The screw that holds in the tire. Not long enough. Need another centimeter on it. I can't seem to get it to screw out. My spare is a steel rim so i think it sits deeper than a alloy rim. Any easy solutions so my tire doesn't jolt around if i ever have to go off road.
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I don't think alloy or steel should make a difference (steel wagon wheel or LX DX 14 inch?). You're putting the spare in face down, correct? And you have the conical retainer? Maybe the screw went deeper into the handle? Measure how long it is, I think I have at least one extra; I can compare to the length of that one.90 LX 4dr 5 spd 396,014 (sold 1/1/2022) - MRT: http://www.cb7tuner.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=201450
08 Element LX FWD AT 229,000 - MRT: fleetw00d : 2008 Honda Element LX - CB7Tuner Forums
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Originally posted by fleetw00d View PostI don't think alloy or steel should make a difference (steel wagon wheel or LX DX 14 inch?). You're putting the spare in face down, correct? And you have the conical retainer? Maybe the screw went deeper into the handle? Measure how long it is, I think I have at least one extra; I can compare to the length of that one.
I just got to say again that this is the best mod ever for my car. All my car i've kept stock but this is just beautiful and i would have no worries to drive to alaska and back.Last edited by zedjr10; 04-28-2019, 12:56 AM.
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I guess I still don't quite understand the issue. Are you saying the screw is stuck in the nut/bracket at the bottom of the spare tire well and the black handle unthreaded from that? Or the whole thing (screw and black handle) won't come out so you can't even get the retainer cone in place? Picture(s) please.90 LX 4dr 5 spd 396,014 (sold 1/1/2022) - MRT: http://www.cb7tuner.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=201450
08 Element LX FWD AT 229,000 - MRT: fleetw00d : 2008 Honda Element LX - CB7Tuner Forums
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Originally posted by fleetw00d View PostI guess I still don't quite understand the issue. Are you saying the screw is stuck in the nut/bracket at the bottom of the spare tire well and the black handle unthreaded from that? Or the whole thing (screw and black handle) won't come out so you can't even get the retainer cone in place? Picture(s) please.
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PB Blaster on the stud in the bracket to help getting the stud out.
If you manage to get it out chase the threads in the bracket with a tap and get a new screw if the threads are damaged.
If it strips, you can tap a larger thread in the bracket and the handle and get an appropriate size threaded rod.90 LX 4dr 5 spd 396,014 (sold 1/1/2022) - MRT: http://www.cb7tuner.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=201450
08 Element LX FWD AT 229,000 - MRT: fleetw00d : 2008 Honda Element LX - CB7Tuner Forums
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Originally posted by fleetw00d View PostPB Blaster on the stud in the bracket to help getting the stud out.
If you manage to get it out chase the threads in the bracket with a tap and get a new screw if the threads are damaged.
If it strips, you can tap a larger thread in the bracket and the handle and get an appropriate size threaded rod.
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Is it rusty like you've had water in the trunk?90 LX 4dr 5 spd 396,014 (sold 1/1/2022) - MRT: http://www.cb7tuner.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=201450
08 Element LX FWD AT 229,000 - MRT: fleetw00d : 2008 Honda Element LX - CB7Tuner Forums
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Make sure the drain hole in the bottom of the spare tire well is clear as well.90 LX 4dr 5 spd 396,014 (sold 1/1/2022) - MRT: http://www.cb7tuner.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=201450
08 Element LX FWD AT 229,000 - MRT: fleetw00d : 2008 Honda Element LX - CB7Tuner Forums
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