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Forum: Acura Integra
01-22-2009, 02:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 20,083
Posted By smxcan

Re: car shuts off while driving sometimes, battery light

I had the exact same problem with our stock 98 Accord EX (AT) back in 2002. Intermittently the car would shut off while driving! I had to turn the key in the ignition to restart the engine while the...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-16-2009, 08:22 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,425
Posted By smxcan

Re: shopping for a car help

Here’s how I see it…

The SI is a more powerful car, but …
1) it does require Premium gasoline not normal 87 octane gas,
2) it has worse fuel economy than the LX or EX, and
3) insurance is...
Forum: Tech / Misc
01-12-2009, 11:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 53,408
Posted By smxcan

Re: How accurate are torque sticks?

Thx! Great info from all.

Here’s my understanding of how these torque sticks works...
I would think the minimum torque that an impact wrench must be able to deliver has to be at least the...
Forum: Tech / Misc
01-10-2009, 03:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 53,408
Posted By smxcan

Icon6 How accurate are torque sticks?

Anyone have first hand experience using torque sticks on impact wrenches to tighten wheel lug-nuts?

Some people say you should always double check with a wrench after using a stick. While some...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-09-2009, 05:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 278,339
Posted By smxcan

Re: What's the correct torque setting for the civic tire bolts?

So if I understand you correctly, using a torque stick only does not torque the lug nuts on the car, is considered lazy, and is unsafe because the wheel will come off at 80 mph?!

If these sticks...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-09-2009, 03:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 278,339
Posted By smxcan

Re: What's the correct torque setting for the civic tire bolts?

Using a torque wrench after using a torque stick & impact wrench would get the job done, but then why even use the torque stick in the first place if a torque wrench will be used in the end?
I would...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-08-2009, 07:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 278,339
Posted By smxcan

Re: What's the correct torque setting for the civic tire bolts?

my mistake... I said "tire bolts" but I meant "wheel nuts"
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-08-2009, 06:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 278,339
Posted By smxcan

Re: What's the correct torque setting for the civic tire bolts?

Thx for the quick & accurate response. I realized after posting, I should have checked the owners manual first.

The section on changing a flat tire had the same info as you stated....
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-07-2009, 07:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 278,339
Posted By smxcan

What's the correct torque setting for the civic wheel nuts?

What's the correct torque setting for the civic wheel nuts?
Is it 80 ft-lb?
Any problems with using a torque stick with an impact wrench?
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
12-24-2008, 10:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,772
Posted By smxcan

Re: How capable are our 6th gen's in the winter?

The original tires on my 06 LX were All-Season Bridgestone Turanza EL400 205/55/16 89H. After 50,000 km, they were almost worn out and started to slip on take-off, even on light rain.
Since winter...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-24-2008, 05:53 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 17,518
Posted By smxcan

96 Civic Si was only available in Canada

96-98 Civic Si was only available in Canada.
It was similar to the 96-98 EX Coupe found in the US.
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-23-2008, 08:08 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 17,518
Posted By smxcan

Do you have a major need for the back doors?

I'm probably repeating everyone else, but anyways...


A coupe is more fun to drive as long as you don’t have a major need for the back doors. It looks and feels more sportier (IMO), the larger...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-16-2008, 11:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,056
Posted By smxcan

Icon2 Replacing Brake Pads on a 06 Civic LX

Has anyone come across a site that has good steps (preferably with pictures or videos) to replace front brake pads specifically on the 06 Civic LX?

From what I’ve read/seen on Google, it looks...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-14-2008, 07:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 25,772
Posted By smxcan

Re: Question for Civic EX service code?? (Plastic Fury)

B12 is not a B-twelve, it's actually a B-one-and-two. So you would follow the maintenance sub items for 1 and 2.

The following are from the 2006 Civic Sedan Owners Manual (p.187):

Symbol A:
...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-11-2008, 08:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,798
Posted By smxcan

Re: (ac_attak)

I would guess that thinner tires results in higher pressure per square inch between the tire and the road. This is why they cut down through the snow and have better traction on the road. This...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-11-2008, 06:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,798
Posted By smxcan

Re: (ac_attak)

For snow, that's true, but snow isn't on all roads throughout winter. In fact most major roads are kept clear of snow. In that case, wouldn't tires that are too thin wear out too quickly?

Too...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-10-2008, 09:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,798
Posted By smxcan

Re: (spth38)

I didn't have to state anything other than the year and model of my car. (2006 Civic LX)
They punched it into their database and the computer told them the correct rim & tire measurements for my...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-07-2008, 01:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,798
Posted By smxcan

Re: Need Help with Winter Tires for a 2006 Civic LX (K5^)

I checked the spare tire in the trunk and it's a 15".

Specifically, it's a Goodyear Convenience Spare T125/70D15 95M
Inflated to 60 PSI.

There's lots of good winter tires out there, but it...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-03-2008, 08:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 970
Posted By smxcan

Re: (tareq75)

Why do manufacturers give cars higher mpg ratings for Highway than for City?

Well, it has to do with amount of acceleration required to make a car get to the desired speed. Accelerating a car...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-02-2008, 06:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 970
Posted By smxcan

Re: Need HELP! Civic 2006 consumes Gas like a GMC!!! (tareq75)

I noticed similar efficiency on my 06 Civic LX (automatic) when it was new and tested a few time with 94 octane gas. It was getting roughly 483km (300 miles) on 53L (14 gal) of gas. Which...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
11-01-2008, 11:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,798
Posted By smxcan

Re: Need Help with Winter Tires for a 2006 Civic LX (K5^)

Yep, that's the plan. Winter can be tough on pretty rims, while steelies are nice n' ugly. So there's little regret if they get scratched. I heard steel rims are actually lighter than many alloys,...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
10-31-2008, 06:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,798
Posted By smxcan

Re: Need Help with Winter Tires for a 2006 Civic LX (nsxtasy)

Thx. I'll likely be getting Toyo Observe G-02 Plus 195/65/15 on steel rims in the next couple days.
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
10-29-2008, 09:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,798
Posted By smxcan

Re: Need Help with Winter Tires for a 2006 Civic LX (K5^)

Thanks for the info. I haven't had the chance to check the spare tire, but I just spoke to a couple advisors at Honda service centers, and they both recommend either the 195/65/15 or the 205/55/16. ...
Forum: Wheel and Tire
10-29-2008, 09:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,008
Posted By smxcan

Re: Need Help with Winter Tires for a 2006 Civic LX (nsxtasy)

Thanks for the info. You were right. I just spoke to a couple advisors at Honda service centers, and they both said the same.

They also recommend either the 195/65/15 or the 205/55/16. ...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
10-27-2008, 09:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,798
Posted By smxcan

Re: Need Help with Winter Tires for a 2006 Civic LX (08blackex)

Yep, 13% tax, that's life here in Ontario, Canada.

GST: 5% + PST: 8%
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