My Element Build List
You asked, now it's here... the build list and all the info you need to know about my Honda Element,"Elephonte" - regularly updated.
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Basic Info: My Element is a 2003, it is Nighthawk Black Pearl (only black available in 2003), it is an EX equipped with a 2006 automatic transmission, and is powered by a jdm motor (from Japan). It has approximately >440,000 miles, and has been to 44 States, and traveled to the moon and almost back.
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I ended up with this Element as my first car, and have since had almost 20 Honda Elements in total.
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Scroll Down to see a few photos, and to the bottom of the page for a full build list.
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Starting with the top of the car...
we have a Rob Deezy Overland Rack, paired with various accessories including the iKamper BDV Duo RTT, San Hima 270* awning, and a custom 750w solar panel that unfortunately isn't available for purchase anywhere on the market. There are other lights like my work lights and chase lights, but they're both Amazon specials I don't even have links to anymore. I believe the total weight on the roof is around 320lbs.
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Total retail value on items on my roof is around $5,900 plus tax and shipping.
Moving to the passenger side, there's quite a bit to unpack...
Paint:
The Element has the original paint job still, with plenty of imperfections to tell it's story. All the plastics have been sprayed with Raptor Liner (which I did myself just like everything else).
Rotopax:
Lets move from the back end towards the front. Starting with the tanks, we have the Rob Deezy side window mount, which I have modified to carry two Rotopax instead of just one, by drilling holes, and adding a Harbor freight swivel TV mount for the water tank, which allows me to swivel my water tank away from the vehicle, and connect my water pump (see "Gear").
The Rotopax themselves are a 3 gallon gas tank (which yes, I have used, but do not store fuel in longer than needed), and the 2 gallon white tank, which I use for potable water. I have also added a shovel mount and shovel to the rear side. The mounts for the Rotopax are the lockable ones.
Side Door Ladder:
Moving right, I bring to you yet another great Deezy product - the Side Door Ladder, which I have also modified with additional steps (idea credit to Raffi Zaki). The ladder is slotted for a Rotopax mount, but I have no plans to add one there.
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Stickers:
Of course I have the ToasterParts decal, which has been through several variants, including across the entire door area, and will likely change again at some point. I also have other stickers on this side, including the fire extinguisher and first aid sticker, as well as a camera recording sticker, gps tracking sticker, and MST decal.
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OEM Goodies:
I removed my OEM running boards for added clearance, but I did keep my lower door moldings, and OG clear side marker/fender lights.
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Mudflaps:
OEM Mudflaps paired with Rally Armor universal mud flaps.
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Wheels & Tires:
I have had a few different set-ups, however I have now landed on my forever wheels - MST Time Attack rims, with black security lugs, and 235/70/16 Falken Wildpeak AT3s.
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Lights: Clear fender lights with LEDs, and random Amazon work lights with around 20 different patterns. And while not technically on the side - 07-08 SC taillights and Concept Xii E700 headlights. I also have side ditch lights from Harbor Freight, mounted with Deezy's ditch light mounts.
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Rain guards:
AVS is the brand I went with because they allow you to retain the opening function of the rear windows.
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Costs:
Estimated cost is around $2,625 plus tax and shipping - reflects half the total cost of paired items, such as corner lights, rain guards, and wheels. Excludes paint job. (total cost of paint materials was about $260).
Ahh yes, the rear end...
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Tire Carrier:
Wilco Offroad Hitchgate Solo, paired with their rotopax/accessory mount, with a Front Runner table mounted to it. License plate relocation bracket, and hitch extensions and pins. 1' wheel spacer.​
Wheel:
MST Time Attack, with 235/70/16 Falken Wildpeak AT3
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Ladder:
Aerogenics folding ladder, powdercoated black.
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Bumper:
2010 rear bumper from an Omni Blue who sacrificed its bumper cover after being rear ended at the start of our 2 month long, 2025 cross-country road trip. Bumper absorber also swapped. Reflectors technically from a crv, (and yes, both are there, my car just smokes oil and covers it up. Smh.) Modified with shore power inlet.
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Paint:
Factory paint job, with raptor lined claddings.
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Lights:
07-08 OEM SC Tail Lights, and amber chase lights from Amazon.
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Stickers:
OEM Dog Friendly Emblem, Element Society decal, and all the misc decals as found on the passenger side.
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Estimated cost for items on rear: $3,400
Performance / mechanical Modifications -
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Engine:
JDM k24a (non tsx - coming soon with manual swap), Injen Cold Air Intake (no benefits)
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Battery:
24f3 battery, modified stock battery tray.
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Transmission:
2006 Element OEM transmission, & transmission cooler
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Brakes:
Front Acura TSX calipers, rotors, pads, stainless steel braided lines
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Suspension:
Flatout GR Lite coilovers lifted 4", with custom 700lb (plus oem rating) springs in rear, Element44 front and rear spherical LCA (high clearance rears), rear tie bar - all powder coated cherry red, and upper rear adjustable spherical UCAs. Sanki 555 ball joints, front and rear sway bar delete. HRG 1" full drivetrain drop.
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Axles:
Rear AKD Porsche converted performance CV Axles.
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Drivetrain:
Custom driveshaft, Crosstour rear diff.
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Exhaust:
I gutted the cat, does that count?? LOL!
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Wheels:
This doesn't really count in my opinion as "performance", but I guess it makes the classification - MST Time Attack rims, with 235/70/16 Falken Wildpeaks.
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Estimated cost to replicate: > $12,000.... barf. Give me a Honda S2000 instead.
I think my cost so far is around $9,000 thanks to brand deals and trading work for parts.