add hp to 08 civic si?
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add hp to 08 civic si?
I'm getting an 08 si and I'm a little low on cash from buying the car.
I was wondering what would be good to add up a little more hp
without having to dig too deep into my pockets.
I'm going to add an amp and a base just for now, but
I'm thinking of spending around 300$ to 500$ for the engine.
I know the k20 is a pretty easy engine to boost up. So what would be good?
Thanks!
I was wondering what would be good to add up a little more hp
without having to dig too deep into my pockets.
I'm going to add an amp and a base just for now, but
I'm thinking of spending around 300$ to 500$ for the engine.
I know the k20 is a pretty easy engine to boost up. So what would be good?
Thanks!
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Re: add hp to 08 civic si? (sam139901)
DC Race header or the usual intakes?
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Re: add hp to 08 civic si? (sam139901)
The first couple mods to start with are an intake (cold air preferably, just watch out for big puddles!!!) then exhaust; in that order.
This will basically let the car breath and give you around 10-15 added horses combined. They sell "hydroshields" which are basically just fancy socks that you put over the intake to REDUCE the chance of water being sucked into it and, thus, f-ing your s up.
This will basically let the car breath and give you around 10-15 added horses combined. They sell "hydroshields" which are basically just fancy socks that you put over the intake to REDUCE the chance of water being sucked into it and, thus, f-ing your s up.
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Re: add hp to 08 civic si? (xkrntamax)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by xkrntamax »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">intake - exhaust - header - ecu - cam shaft? - turbo or supercharer</TD></TR></TABLE>
Intake, exhaust, TB spacer, race header, tires, suspension, reflash, brake pads in that order.
Intake, exhaust, TB spacer, race header, tires, suspension, reflash, brake pads in that order.
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Re: add hp to 08 civic si? (sam139901)
Ok, if you really want to add some HP, than add 2 additional squirrels under the hood. This is a little tricky because you will need to lash all the squirrels together so they run on the wheel together. You might need to increase the size of your radiator so they have enough water to drink. 
Honestly, the lists provided above are the standard starters. Intake, Exhaust, maybe an IM Gasket. Depending on what you go with, these will run you about $800.00. After that most people do a header, and Hondata and/or suspension. If you still want more you are looking at boost. Brakes should be your last upgrade since the stock brakes are pretty damn good to begin with.
Good luck
Honestly, the lists provided above are the standard starters. Intake, Exhaust, maybe an IM Gasket. Depending on what you go with, these will run you about $800.00. After that most people do a header, and Hondata and/or suspension. If you still want more you are looking at boost. Brakes should be your last upgrade since the stock brakes are pretty damn good to begin with.
Good luck
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Re: add hp to 08 civic si? (sam139901)
Here's a thought......
If you're really serious about adding HP to your ride.....then DITCH THE SUB AND AMP INSTALL.
Sacrifice man.
A good amp and sub install with necessary wiring and the sub box will run you at least 200-300 bucks....maybe just for parts alone if you get something halfway decent.
Your choice bro!
If you're really serious about adding HP to your ride.....then DITCH THE SUB AND AMP INSTALL.
Sacrifice man.
A good amp and sub install with necessary wiring and the sub box will run you at least 200-300 bucks....maybe just for parts alone if you get something halfway decent.
Your choice bro!
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Re: add hp to 08 civic si? (RICO_)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by RICO_ »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Here's a thought......
If you're really serious about adding HP to your ride.....then DITCH THE SUB AND AMP INSTALL.
Sacrifice man.
A good amp and sub install with necessary wiring and the sub box will run you at least 200-300 bucks....maybe just for parts alone if you get something halfway decent.
Your choice bro! </TD></TR></TABLE>
very true. u can get an injen sri for that price. and maybe a set of spark plugs also would be pushin it a lil bit
If you're really serious about adding HP to your ride.....then DITCH THE SUB AND AMP INSTALL.
Sacrifice man.
A good amp and sub install with necessary wiring and the sub box will run you at least 200-300 bucks....maybe just for parts alone if you get something halfway decent.
Your choice bro!
</TD></TR></TABLE>very true. u can get an injen sri for that price. and maybe a set of spark plugs also would be pushin it a lil bit
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Re: add hp to 08 civic si? (RICO_)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by RICO_ »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Here's a thought......
If you're really serious about adding HP to your ride.....then DITCH THE SUB AND AMP INSTALL.
Sacrifice man.
A good amp and sub install with necessary wiring and the sub box will run you at least 200-300 bucks....maybe just for parts alone if you get something halfway decent.
Your choice bro! </TD></TR></TABLE>
Exactly, I could not have said it any better myself. Not only are you spending $$$ with no gain in hp, you are adding weight. so you do the math. stock sound isnt that bad, plus i think its dumb when all these cars have nothing but bass and rattle the cars next to them and have no power to move thier 16 12" subs. i dont know, just my .02
If you're really serious about adding HP to your ride.....then DITCH THE SUB AND AMP INSTALL.
Sacrifice man.
A good amp and sub install with necessary wiring and the sub box will run you at least 200-300 bucks....maybe just for parts alone if you get something halfway decent.
Your choice bro!
</TD></TR></TABLE>Exactly, I could not have said it any better myself. Not only are you spending $$$ with no gain in hp, you are adding weight. so you do the math. stock sound isnt that bad, plus i think its dumb when all these cars have nothing but bass and rattle the cars next to them and have no power to move thier 16 12" subs. i dont know, just my .02
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Re: add hp to 08 civic si? (i-VTEC_DOHC)
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very true. u can get an injen sri for that price. and maybe a set of spark plugs also would be pushin it a lil bit</TD></TR></TABLE>
Stock spark plugs are NGK Iridium plugs. Doesn't get much better than that.
very true. u can get an injen sri for that price. and maybe a set of spark plugs also would be pushin it a lil bit</TD></TR></TABLE>
Stock spark plugs are NGK Iridium plugs. Doesn't get much better than that.
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Re: add hp to 08 civic si? (RICO_)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by RICO_ »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Here's a thought......
If you're really serious about adding HP to your ride.....then DITCH THE SUB AND AMP INSTALL.
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If you're really serious about adding HP to your ride.....then DITCH THE SUB AND AMP INSTALL.
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Re: add hp to 08 civic si? (DiMpL3s.)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by RICO_ »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Here's a thought......
If you're really serious about adding HP to your ride.....then DITCH THE SUB AND AMP INSTALL.
Sacrifice man.
A good amp and sub install with necessary wiring and the sub box will run you at least 200-300 bucks....maybe just for parts alone if you get something halfway decent.
Your choice bro! </TD></TR></TABLE>
QFT.
If you're really serious about adding HP to your ride.....then DITCH THE SUB AND AMP INSTALL.
Sacrifice man.
A good amp and sub install with necessary wiring and the sub box will run you at least 200-300 bucks....maybe just for parts alone if you get something halfway decent.
Your choice bro! </TD></TR></TABLE>
QFT.
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