Need help deciding on "bolt on's" for a d16y8
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Need help deciding on "bolt on's" for a d16y8
okay, so i have a EJ8 and i am trying decide on putting some bolt on's on my d16y8. Its automatic so i dont want to go hard core on it like putting turbo kits. Just basic bolt on's is fine. im willing to spend about $200-$300 on it. Nothing to fancy. Just trying to get a little more power. Any tips or advices? Everything on it is stock by the way
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if thats what you're into.... intake/header/exhaust are some basic bolts on in that price range.
but my opinion is, you would be wasting your money trying to make an automatic civic fast/cool.
but my opinion is, you would be wasting your money trying to make an automatic civic fast/cool.
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$300 isn't a whole lot. Either get an intake setup, a used catback, or new axleback. Or try and buy all used intake and exhaust you might be able to pick up something.
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go for an intake, its probably the cheaper of some that were previously mentioned and its not requiring u to rip apart ur engine, or get under the car
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Save your money....
In all honesty, bolt-ons (of the $300 type) will get you squat with a D-series. You will end up with a loud ricey exhaust and a intake that might give you better throttle response.
In all honesty, bolt-ons (of the $300 type) will get you squat with a D-series. You will end up with a loud ricey exhaust and a intake that might give you better throttle response.
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Re: Need help deciding on "bolt on's" for a d16y8
Only problem with d-series bolton's is that $2-3 is about half the engines worth, if not the actual worth.
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Re: Need help deciding on "bolt on's" for a d16y8
haha, well im only 15. Not gonna get a stick for another 2 years. Parents are asses about it. Gotta make the best of it right?
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I would just get ebay parts and make the car look nice as you see fit...
like people already said you aint gonna make any power with $300
like people already said you aint gonna make any power with $300
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Im done with looks. I got a full Type-R Lip kit and Ek Fog Lights. Plus Si rims which i still need to put on. next on my list is Type-R Grill.
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Perhaps the best advice I could give is to make a separate account and put the $300 in there. Save it along with w/e else you might be able to put away and that way when two years from now when you have an EM1 or GSR, you'll find yourself with a grand to play with worry free, rather than a few bucks.
I kick myself now for investing money in my old sohc.
It's a great car just to drive around in and daily.
I kick myself now for investing money in my old sohc.
It's a great car just to drive around in and daily.
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ebay catback, 150, ebay intake, 40, ebay header, 60
250 spent, around 5-15 to the ground once your ecu "thinks" about the boltons. barely felt. more so throttle response then actual power
250 spent, around 5-15 to the ground once your ecu "thinks" about the boltons. barely felt. more so throttle response then actual power
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You should save your money. Wait it out a little. Most cars that look like **** were put together without thinking because the owner just wanted something right then. It ends up looking/performing bad. I would say stick around on here and keep up your research on motors. If you keep saving you will not only be able to afford a motor swap, but in the time your saving, you will learn how to properly do your swap. simple as that. I know you want something NOW(Lol I was 15 once too) but you could have a really cool car if you invest it properly.
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mmm... Alright you guys changed my mind. Ill just paint the lips and maybe throw on a Type-R Grill and wait for the stick.
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GOOD idea. I wasted so much money on "bolt-on" crap. I would have had a swap a LONG time ago if I just saved the money. Make it look nice that way you actaully like driving it around then save for power.
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