vtec vs. vtec-e
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vtec vs. vtec-e
what is the difference? i'm thinking the vtec-e gets better gas mileage than just plan vtec. is vtec-e bad if i would get a vx as a dd and to race?
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Re: vtec vs. vtec-e (91sleeper)
vtec uses three intake lobes (2 on the outside, and a larger lifting one in the middle). It uses the two outer lobes until vtec kicks in, then the middle lob locks onto the other two and forces them into a larger lift. vtec-e is the same principle, but with only 2 lobes (one before vtec, one that lifts larger and locks onto the first during vtec). All said and done, vtec-e is better than no vtec at all, but you should definetly wait and get vtec.
Oh yah, as far as gas mileage...dunno, prolly does have a little better, but not worth it
Oh yah, as far as gas mileage...dunno, prolly does have a little better, but not worth it
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Re: vtec vs. vtec-e (Dave The Flave)
It depends on what you're planning to do...
VTEC-E isn't going to give you a whole lot of performance, but it will give you gas mileage if that's what you're in to. I deliver pizzas for Pizza Hut. With gas at 2.40 a gallon here in Indiana, it's my HX is worth it. I regularly see 35 MPG when I'm delivering...(which, for those who have done it, know it isn't Sunday driving...)
When I'm not delivering, or I'm taking a longer trip I see 45-50 MPG as long as I stick to the speed limit.
My car's a little slower than my friend's 95 EX, but for what I do, I'll stick to my 96 HX. If, more like WHEN I want something fast, I'll get something in addition to my HX...something where a spirited drive is a little more fun...
VTEC-E isn't going to give you a whole lot of performance, but it will give you gas mileage if that's what you're in to. I deliver pizzas for Pizza Hut. With gas at 2.40 a gallon here in Indiana, it's my HX is worth it. I regularly see 35 MPG when I'm delivering...(which, for those who have done it, know it isn't Sunday driving...)
When I'm not delivering, or I'm taking a longer trip I see 45-50 MPG as long as I stick to the speed limit.
My car's a little slower than my friend's 95 EX, but for what I do, I'll stick to my 96 HX. If, more like WHEN I want something fast, I'll get something in addition to my HX...something where a spirited drive is a little more fun...
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bluemax189 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">vtec-e is economy. you get better gas mileage, worse performance. go with the regular sohc vtec ie, y8 or z6</TD></TR></TABLE>
y8 rules if you dont have the money for a swap(like myself) i can keep up with 99-00 si's
y8 rules if you dont have the money for a swap(like myself) i can keep up with 99-00 si's
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Re: vtec vs. vtec-e (G-CIV)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by george34 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i don't know if vtec over vetc-e for autox(thats what is was meaning by racing)</TD></TR></TABLE>
I use the VX for autocrossing, it do well. But then again i have a si transmission.
I use the VX for autocrossing, it do well. But then again i have a si transmission.
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Y5 pwns you all. I switched to a P28 and my **** PULLS once "VTEC-E" kicks in. I definately wouldnt switch to a Y8 unless
1) I had bigger power goals
and
2)that bitch was damn near free
1) I had bigger power goals
and
2)that bitch was damn near free
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Heck YES. M@d Vt3Aak!
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by kaiba »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">P28 on d15z1 madvtec </TD></TR></TABLE>
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by kaiba »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">P28 on d15z1 madvtec </TD></TR></TABLE>
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by george34 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">kaiba what class did u run in? what all mods did u have?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Running in OSP class. Suspension from coil-over, shock, sway, camber, strut upper/lower, running advan A032R soft + shave. Exhaust, muffler, si tranny. That all i can think from the top of my head.
Running in OSP class. Suspension from coil-over, shock, sway, camber, strut upper/lower, running advan A032R soft + shave. Exhaust, muffler, si tranny. That all i can think from the top of my head.
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in case you want to know how VTEC-E works compared to VTEC it's explained here.... http://www.leecao.com/honda/vtec/index.html
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Re: (Relic1)
is it really going to make a significant difference if im planning on turboing my car? i have a 99 hx with 'vtec-e'. so far i havent noticed a seriuos difference but im just wondering
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I have turboed an HX and I am in the process of doing it a second time. Doesnt matter. My **** still pulled. My gas mileage was shitty because I was romping on that sucker. If your goals are low, keep the HX
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I used to take my VTEC-e mudding, did fine there...rev limit like everyday.....ran strong until the waterpump failed on me and the ball bearings where in the block
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Re: vtec vs. vtec-e (91sleeper)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 91sleeper »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">the e stands for enhanced and i think the heads are pretty much useless if you wanna go fast </TD></TR></TABLE>
the e actually stands for efficiency
the e actually stands for efficiency
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http://www.leecao.com/honda/vtec/sohcvtece.html
Read this. This thread would confuse the hell out of me if I didn't know better.
Read this. This thread would confuse the hell out of me if I didn't know better.
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Re: (SVOboy)
There are tons of threads on this topic already.
Personally I like my y5. It pulls pretty nice against EX's around here. With just a CAI and stupid *** CVT tranny I pulled on many-a-civics around the area. Ofcourse the CVT is broken (what I was waiting for) and almost done with my 5spd conversion.
Personally I like my y5. It pulls pretty nice against EX's around here. With just a CAI and stupid *** CVT tranny I pulled on many-a-civics around the area. Ofcourse the CVT is broken (what I was waiting for) and almost done with my 5spd conversion.
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