So I had a friend install an Apexi VAFC2 for my d16Y8, he said he would connect it but not tune it, so he did so. I now just use it to set my vtec lo-hi and hi-lo lower. Someone told me thats not a good idea. Should I take it off or tune it? Im pretty much stock...all I have is a Short Ram K&N Intake, DC Sports Header, 2.5" Cat-Back System, 7lb. Lightweight Fidanza Flywheel, and a Stage 1 Exedy Racing Clutch.What do you guys suggest?

 

If you want to spend the money having it tuned (since I assume you don't have access to a dyno or wide-band O2), you will achieve some gains, though probably not enough to justify the cost.

 

take it out and use it as a paperweight

 

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Dude, whats paperweight? What do you guys recommend for extra power without going forced induced?

 

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A good cam, perhaps some headwork, higher-compression pistons, etc.

At this point, extracting a decent amount of power out of your D-series without forced induction is not going to happen by simply bolting parts on.

 

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It has more value than that.

 

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Indeed, but people often like to exaggerate to try to make a point. While the V-AFC certainly isn't the best option for tuning, it nevertheless is effective when used properly.

 

Yeah, I like how you can see engine vacuum, and if you don't have a tach it will show you rpms if you want. I used on in my '87 Teg and decreased fuel in the lower load/rpm ranges to increase fuel mileage a bit.

If you can find one for cheap go for it. But if bought new, there are better tuning options.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by The_Head &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Yeah, I like how you can see engine vacuum, and if you don't have a tach it will show you rpms if you want. I used on in my '87 Teg and decreased fuel in the lower load/rpm ranges to increase fuel mileage a bit.

If you can find one for cheap go for it. But if bought new, there are better tuning options.</TD></TR></TABLE>

I already have it bro...