Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b
08-25-2007, 08:14 PM
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Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b
Yeah so im a n00b to this but I have seen some people really mod their Civics out
and I think my EX has some potential.
So this is my 93 Civic EX. I paid about $3K for this car and it's almost 100% stock other than the fact that it has a DX motor in it and a cold air intake.
I was considering a new paint job and some rims obviously but first I want to focus on the performance of the car. If you were on a budget what are some upgrades you would do to this car to increase its performance or to get more horsepower without breaking the bank?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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and I think my EX has some potential.
So this is my 93 Civic EX. I paid about $3K for this car and it's almost 100% stock other than the fact that it has a DX motor in it and a cold air intake.
I was considering a new paint job and some rims obviously but first I want to focus on the performance of the car. If you were on a budget what are some upgrades you would do to this car to increase its performance or to get more horsepower without breaking the bank?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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08-25-2007, 08:27 PM
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nice car. I loved my ej1, but i had a gsr .. bought my ej1 stock, otherthen a gsr swap for 3g's. but still you got a ok deal
what iw ould do, with your budget is you could, peice together a turbo kit, which will cost you under a grand if you search, ask friends for parts, and with the tunnin it will run you around 1600, if searched well.
or you could always swap the motor, a LS is a great platform to start with, cheap, torquey, stong.
what iw ould do, with your budget is you could, peice together a turbo kit, which will cost you under a grand if you search, ask friends for parts, and with the tunnin it will run you around 1600, if searched well.
or you could always swap the motor, a LS is a great platform to start with, cheap, torquey, stong.
08-25-2007, 08:44 PM
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Why would it have a less powerful motor than stock? Was the original blown? Looks nice, love white 2drs. Get some wheels(if you want) and nice tires (tires can be a performance upgrade believe it or not).
If you are gonna be looking for power I would not put any money into building that engine unless you wanna go forced induction. Otherwise i would swap it out, easiest cheap swap without breaking bank would be a B16, but it does not make as much power as can be made through other routes.
Also if you plan on going fast, think about brakes, suspension, and even making sure everything else on the car is safe and in wokring order. Good luck with the car!
If you are gonna be looking for power I would not put any money into building that engine unless you wanna go forced induction. Otherwise i would swap it out, easiest cheap swap without breaking bank would be a B16, but it does not make as much power as can be made through other routes.
Also if you plan on going fast, think about brakes, suspension, and even making sure everything else on the car is safe and in wokring order. Good luck with the car!
08-25-2007, 08:51 PM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (t3traknot)
go jet engine..... vroom,vroom............. if that doesnt work, it all depends on what you want. how much power . and how tight is your budget. i would build the single cam. is it the d16z6?
08-25-2007, 09:00 PM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (nicks-eg6)
If you know someone who can do engine internals, a cam and higher comp pistons (research a good combo) will put you in B16A territory ans still be nice and reliable.
Bolt-ons are pointless, because who gives a crap about a 140hp 2500lbs Civic???
However, if you put your money into a good suspension setup (research that, too--have it involve Koni shocks for my $.02) you'll literally transform the car. Suspension mods are very noticeable--gains from bolt-ons are not.
Look into some good security options after you mod it (might not be a bad idea to do this while it's stock)
Good luck w/ it.
Bolt-ons are pointless, because who gives a crap about a 140hp 2500lbs Civic???
However, if you put your money into a good suspension setup (research that, too--have it involve Koni shocks for my $.02) you'll literally transform the car. Suspension mods are very noticeable--gains from bolt-ons are not.
Look into some good security options after you mod it (might not be a bad idea to do this while it's stock)
Good luck w/ it.
08-25-2007, 09:00 PM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (t3traknot)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by t3traknot »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> it has a DX motor in it </TD></TR></TABLE>
please explain....any pics of the motor?
other than that clean car
please explain....any pics of the motor?other than that clean car
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08-25-2007, 09:01 PM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (t3traknot)
i dont really like tan interiors on white cars
other then that it is clean and nice
first thing you should do is get some new suspensions and wheels...it will make your car look cleaner, also it will be more fun to drive
thats just my 0.02
other then that it is clean and nice
first thing you should do is get some new suspensions and wheels...it will make your car look cleaner, also it will be more fun to drive
thats just my 0.02
08-25-2007, 09:10 PM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (t3traknot)
i have the EXACT same car buddy... dropped a JDM b16 and run 14.9.... really fun car to drive. you will love it i guarantee it. ill post some pics for ya later
ill post some pics for ya later
08-25-2007, 09:14 PM
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i would say just save for a motor swap, if you are really worried about the performance dont spend any money on the d and just save for a swap, wheels and a drop would also make it look much better, good luck with it
the lighting sucks but ya get the idea... getting ready to relower it. 
08-25-2007, 09:32 PM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (t3traknot)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by t3traknot »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
So this is my 93 Civic EX. I paid about $3K for this car and it's almost 100% stock other than the fact that it has a DX motor in it and a cold air intake.
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I initially missed the DX motor comment.
You have a CAI on it. That's about all that's worth sinking your money into.
Suspension. Done.
So this is my 93 Civic EX. I paid about $3K for this car and it's almost 100% stock other than the fact that it has a DX motor in it and a cold air intake.
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I initially missed the DX motor comment.
You have a CAI on it. That's about all that's worth sinking your money into.
Suspension. Done.
08-25-2007, 09:47 PM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (gamby)
if this is first build. source a z6 swap and boost. if you blow it there pretty cheap to. i had a z6 n/a semi built and it was a really fun motor.
08-25-2007, 11:07 PM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (t3traknot)
I don't have a lot of money to throw around but how much does a new Vtech cost?
How much would a mechanic charge to put it in?
How much would a mechanic charge to put it in?
08-26-2007, 03:25 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by t3traknot »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I don't have a lot of money to throw around but how much does a new Vtech cost?
How much would a mechanic charge to put it in?
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u mean a new engine?it will be cheaper to buy the turbo set up or b ,h ,f series swap.it depends on how much your budget is, and the labor to do a swap by a mechanic shop is around $500~$700
How much would a mechanic charge to put it in?
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u mean a new engine?it will be cheaper to buy the turbo set up or b ,h ,f series swap.it depends on how much your budget is, and the labor to do a swap by a mechanic shop is around $500~$700
08-26-2007, 04:43 AM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (lotus elise)
^^^^ OF COURSE! A K is a perfect engine for someone on a tight budget.
Seriously, whoever said about peicing together a turbo kit is a good idea. Hell, even weaksauce.org has already a turbo kit for like 1400 or 1500 dollars. Also, I wouldn't bother with trying to go na, whether it's built or not. Simply not worth it.
But other than that, you've got a real nice platform to start off of. Looks good, The ej1 has really grown on me. After that, lip, drop, then wheels.
Seriously, whoever said about peicing together a turbo kit is a good idea. Hell, even weaksauce.org has already a turbo kit for like 1400 or 1500 dollars. Also, I wouldn't bother with trying to go na, whether it's built or not. Simply not worth it.
But other than that, you've got a real nice platform to start off of. Looks good, The ej1 has really grown on me. After that, lip, drop, then wheels.
08-26-2007, 05:26 AM
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go get a d16z6 ( the motor that sopouse to be in the car) get like an eclipse turbo civic hx mainifold ebay intercoller piping bov upgrade ur fuel system get a good tune and u should have around 200 whp. it wil be a nice reliable and some what fast car
08-26-2007, 06:46 AM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (t3traknot)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by t3traknot »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I don't have a lot of money to throw around but how much does a new Vtech cost?
How much would a mechanic charge to put it in?
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VTEC. It's spelled VTEC.
A decent d16z6 full swap can be had for around $500. A shop might charge another $500 to swap it.
Since you're asking about someone else doing the work and you're on a budget, I'll assume you won't be doing anything radical to the car. Which is fine. If anyting, you should continue to do a TON of research before you leap into anything.
That said, suspension mods will alwasy be worthwhile.
How much would a mechanic charge to put it in?
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VTEC. It's spelled VTEC.
A decent d16z6 full swap can be had for around $500. A shop might charge another $500 to swap it.
Since you're asking about someone else doing the work and you're on a budget, I'll assume you won't be doing anything radical to the car. Which is fine. If anyting, you should continue to do a TON of research before you leap into anything.
That said, suspension mods will alwasy be worthwhile.
08-28-2007, 05:24 PM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (gamby)
Where can I find a d16z6 VTEC?
Can you even find them new?
Or do most people buy used?
Are d16z6's hard to find?
I looked on ebay and found some used d16z6's for around $500-700 + $150 Shipping.
Should I consult a local engine dealer?
Can you even find them new?
Or do most people buy used?
Are d16z6's hard to find?
I looked on ebay and found some used d16z6's for around $500-700 + $150 Shipping.
Should I consult a local engine dealer?
08-28-2007, 05:28 PM
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Re: Modding out a 93 Civic EX. N00b (t3traknot)
Oh yeah, what would a decent mechanic charge to install a d16z6 including all necessary components?
Just curious, I am considering having this done but I thought you guys would have a good idea as to what I might be looking at.
I have about $1k saved and I am considering a couple different possibilities, upgrading the motor is one of them.
Just curious, I am considering having this done but I thought you guys would have a good idea as to what I might be looking at.
I have about $1k saved and I am considering a couple different possibilities, upgrading the motor is one of them.
08-28-2007, 05:37 PM
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there is no reason to have a shop handle a z6 swap... its all basically going to be plug and play.. and you already have a Ex model.. so the vtec wiring should already be there.. all you will technically need is the engine it self and the p28 ecu.... even for a noob you should be able to handle it with a few friends!
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Boost_V »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">^^^^ OF COURSE! A K is a perfect engine for someone on a tight budget.
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im doing an 8-k k24 build............................................. ....................just becuase some ricer tells you a stock k20 swap is 25 grand there is no reason to belive him.........not to mention shops around here charge less than 12 grand without parts or anything to do a facotry k swap. do the work yourself there should not be a reason you cant get the swap done for less than 7 and if you pay more than that you're retarded and cant shop, or you're just a ricer like the rest of them either that or you're stuck in 2003
if i had to pay 25k id just buy a used elise and say expletive the honda world becuase i have to be associated with ricers and people from this site. im difrrent, i dont jdm out my cars, and i dont put bodykits on my cars, i just make them fast something people on here dont like doing
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im doing an 8-k k24 build............................................. ....................just becuase some ricer tells you a stock k20 swap is 25 grand there is no reason to belive him.........not to mention shops around here charge less than 12 grand without parts or anything to do a facotry k swap. do the work yourself there should not be a reason you cant get the swap done for less than 7 and if you pay more than that you're retarded and cant shop, or you're just a ricer like the rest of them either that or you're stuck in 2003
if i had to pay 25k id just buy a used elise and say expletive the honda world becuase i have to be associated with ricers and people from this site. im difrrent, i dont jdm out my cars, and i dont put bodykits on my cars, i just make them fast something people on here dont like doing
08-28-2007, 10:19 PM
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clean interior bro...
i would stick with just suspension work at the moment. Get some nice rims/tires and do little exterior work. If you have the money for a motor $2k+...then swap...if not do suspension.
i would stick with just suspension work at the moment. Get some nice rims/tires and do little exterior work. If you have the money for a motor $2k+...then swap...if not do suspension.