{"product_id":"apr-performance-carbon-fiber-radiator-cooling-panels-fk8-fl5-type-r-de5-type-s","title":"APR Carbon Fiber Radiator Cooling Panels for FK8\/FL5\/DE5","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter Panel Channels Air to Radiator \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSides, Center, or Full 3-Piece Kit \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-Preg Carbon, Heat-Resistant Finish \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFK8, FL5 \u0026amp; DE5 Type R Fitments \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#Description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#VehicleFitment\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"Description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAPR Performance Carbon Fiber Radiator Cooling Panels - FK8, FL5 Civic Type R \u0026amp; DE5 Integra Type S\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are structural gaps above the radiator where cooling air escapes instead of passing through the core, which makes the radiator less efficient than it could be. These APR carbon panels close those gaps: the center panel channels air directly into the radiator, and the side panels dress the engine bay in real pre-preg carbon. Available for three chassis, and in three configurations so you can buy the pieces you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Each Piece Does\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWorth understanding, because the center and the sides do different jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecenter panel\u003c\/strong\u003e is the functional one. It closes the gap above the radiator and channels incoming air straight into the core rather than letting it spill over and around. On track, where consistent radiator efficiency keeps temperatures in check, that directed airflow is a real cooling benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eside panels\u003c\/strong\u003e are primarily about the look, finishing the engine bay in carbon and hiding the structural gaps and plastic that otherwise clutter the sides. They complete the finished, race-inspired appearance the full set gives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeing straight about it: the center is where the cooling function lives, and the sides are the dress-up. That's why they're sold separately, so you can buy the function, the look, or both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThree Configurations, Pick What You Want\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose based on whether you're after cooling, appearance, or the complete finished bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCenter only\u003c\/strong\u003e gets you the functional air-channeling piece. If your priority is directing air to the radiator for track use, this is the one that does it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSides only\u003c\/strong\u003e dress the engine bay if you already have the center handled or only want the cosmetic finish along the sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull 3-piece kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is center plus both sides, the complete setup for the best cooling and the fully finished carbon engine bay. This is what most people building the bay properly go for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePre-Preg Carbon That Takes The Heat\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe material matters here specifically, because this lives in the hottest part of the car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese are made with the \u003cstrong\u003epre-preg carbon fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e process, autoclave-cured under high heat and pressure, which produces a part durable enough to withstand elevated engine bay temperatures rather than warping or degrading. An engine bay panel has to survive heat that would deform lesser carbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is a \u003cstrong\u003efade-resistant epoxy coating\u003c\/strong\u003e chosen specifically to resist the effects of high engine bay heat, so the carbon holds its appearance rather than yellowing or dulling from the temperatures it sits in. Between the pre-preg construction and the heat-resistant coating, these are built for where they live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eEasy, Factory-Spec Installation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe panels are designed to factory specifications, so they fit cleanly where they're meant to with a proper finish and no fettling. It's a straightforward install that dresses the bay and, with the center, improves airflow, without fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFL5 Also Fits The Non-Type R Hatch\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWorth noting for a broader set of owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FL5 version also fits the non-Type R Civic hatchback with some modification. So if you've got a Civic hatch rather than a Type R and want the carbon cooling panel look and function, it's an option, just plan for a bit of modification to make it fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMatch Your Chassis And Configuration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo things to select: your car, and which pieces you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChassis:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2017-2021 Civic Type R (FK8), 2023-2026 Civic Type R (FL5), or 2024-2026 Integra Type S (DE5).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e center only, sides only, or the full 3-piece kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSelect both at checkout to get the right panels for your car in the setup you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e2017-2021 Honda Civic Type R (FK8)\u003cbr\u003e2023-2026 Honda Civic Type R (FL5)\u003cbr\u003e2024-2026 Acura Integra Type S (DE5)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFL5 version also fits the non-Type R Civic hatchback with modification. Available as center only, sides only, or full 3-piece kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWho Should Grab These\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is for the Type R or Integra Type S owner who wants to finish the engine bay in real carbon and, with the center panel, actually direct more air into the radiator for track use. Pre-preg carbon that survives the heat, a fade-resistant finish, and factory-spec fit. Pick your chassis, choose the center for cooling, the sides for looks, or the full kit for both, and give the bay a proper race-inspired finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2017-2021 Civic Type R (FK8), 2023-2026 Civic Type R (FL5), 2024-2026 Integra Type S (DE5). FL5 also fits non-Type R Civic hatch with modification. \u003cstrong\u003eConfigurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e center only (air channeling), sides only (cosmetic), or full 3-piece kit. \u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e pre-preg carbon fiber, autoclave cured. \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e fade-resistant epoxy coating for engine bay heat. \u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e center panel channels air to the radiator; sides dress the bay. \u003cstrong\u003eInstall:\u003c\/strong\u003e factory-spec fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \n\u003cli id=\"VehicleFitment\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e2024-2026 Acura Integra Type S\u003cbr\u003e2017-2021 Honda Civic Type R\u003cbr\u003e2023-2026 Honda Civic Type R\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"APR Performance","offers":[{"title":"DE5 Integra Type S \/ Center","offer_id":50781956669474,"sku":"APR-RCP-01-02","price":276.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"DE5 Integra Type S \/ Sides","offer_id":50781956702242,"sku":"APR-RCP-01-03","price":637.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"DE5 Integra Type S \/ Full Kit","offer_id":50781956735010,"sku":"APR-RCP-01-04","price":822.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FK8 Civic Type R \/ Center","offer_id":50781956767778,"sku":"APR-RCP-01-05","price":385.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FK8 Civic Type R \/ Sides","offer_id":50781956800546,"sku":"APR-RCP-01-06","price":577.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FK8 Civic Type R \/ Full Kit","offer_id":50781956833314,"sku":"APR-RCP-01-07","price":867.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FL5 Civic Type R \/ Center","offer_id":50781956866082,"sku":"APR-RCP-01-09","price":276.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FL5 Civic Type R \/ Sides","offer_id":50781956898850,"sku":"APR-RCP-01-10","price":637.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"FL5 Civic Type R \/ Full Kit","offer_id":50781956931618,"sku":"APR-RCP-01-11","price":822.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2218\/5701\/files\/apr-carbon-fiber-radiator-cool_bxaj.jpg?v=1790614263","url":"https:\/\/www.hybrid-racing.com\/products\/apr-performance-carbon-fiber-radiator-cooling-panels-fk8-fl5-type-r-de5-type-s","provider":"Hybrid Racing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}