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Old 07-24-2012, 12:55 PM
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Hey guys, I have a 1992 prelude s. It has a mechanically sound f22a1 in it currently and the only thing on it is a cold air intake. I'm looking to eventually drop an h22a in it here in the next few months whenever my boss decides to give me some decent hours; until then though, I'm wondering what are some minor things that I can get to occupy my time and give me something to work on. What do you guys recommend I get first? I know it's kind of a vague question.. But the whole point is that I'm taking any suggestions for any part of the car.. Not really anything specific! Thanks for any replies!
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Suspension. No matter what motor you throw in there suspension will not change.. So start with that.

Take baby steps though, especially if you're not going to be tracking it.
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Suspension and brakes.
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Suspension is def the main thing I've been considering. Glad you guys both said that..
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Check suspension bushings! They get worn on our 20 yr old cars and should be considered a necessity above springs/shocks. They are fairly inexpensive and if you have the know how and access to a shop press are not too difficult to do.
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RUST, if any.
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Alright I'll look into those things.. And there is a little bit of rust not much.. Just a tad on the moonroof but I already have one on it's way so that's taken care of. [:
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wanna go faster? better brakes/rotors. better suspension componants, control arms, bushings.
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Thanks dude I'll look into that!
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what they said because safety first.

after safety, do a TUNE UP! I just finished making a list to go through since im not happy with the fuel mileage im getting so here it is if you want:

-tire pressure
-air filter
-clean EGR valve
-clean fuel injectors
-clean or change PCV valve
-change fuel filter
-change spark plugs/wires
-change distributor cap & rotor
-change O2 sensor (not necessary unless throwing a CEL, or if all else fails to increase mpg's)
-check for any leaks

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Alright thanks [:
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A coffee can for a muffler! =D
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A nice suspension and a CAI
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I would say anything cosmeticthat you want to do. Wheels,tires, brakes, anybody work, and suspension.
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I'd go with a vtec solenoid for that f22.
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