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Old May 12, 2009 | 07:23 PM
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Im new the civics so im lost... I got a EJ8 and just swapped a JDM B16A SiR2 w/ a p30 ecu in it. Im starting my homework now so i can build the engine. Right now i have the basic bolt-ons (Air intake, Headers and Catback). But im ready to start building it up somewhat. Its still gonna be a daily driver, just a fun ride to work.

My question is im looking at upgrading cam gears, cams, intake manifold, fuel rail, injectors and a Vtec controller. Now majority of these items will be skunk2. But im stuck at what is a good Vtec controller? Spoon, Apexi, Fields, Buddyclub... But i also need it to be user friendly. Will i need to get it tuned? This will be the first car i went all out on the motor, so yes im a NEWBEE. Anything would help... Thanks in advance
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Old May 12, 2009 | 08:08 PM
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Instead of buying a VTEC controller, save your money and get it tuned and you'll be way happier..
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Old May 13, 2009 | 12:14 AM
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vtec controllers.... the old argument...

vtec controllers are completely retarded unless you need it for tuning for boost.

vtec crossover is where it is because that is where the powerband starts for the hot cam lobes. vtec controllers pretty much= switching out of the powerband of your low cam and into the hotter cam lobes before they are at the proper rpm to make their power

if you buy one i will personally destroy you :D
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Old May 13, 2009 | 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by cadeMFjohnson
vtec controllers.... the old argument...

vtec controllers are completely retarded unless you need it for tuning for boost.

vtec crossover is where it is because that is where the powerband starts for the hot cam lobes. vtec controllers pretty much= switching out of the powerband of your low cam and into the hotter cam lobes before they are at the proper rpm to make their power

if you buy one i will personally destroy you :D
Okay just a little scared now... aight so i've done some research now... and lookin at the Hondata s100 or s200. What is yalls opinion now? Scratch the controller all i've heard is they arent worth the money u pay.

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Instead of buying a VTEC controller, save your money and get it tuned and you'll be way happier..
And yes... i plan on getting it tuned but having problems with find a shop or someone that knows how to here locally.
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Old May 14, 2009 | 05:56 PM
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good thinkin on skippin the controller :D

cant say i have much experience with hondata though :/
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Old May 15, 2009 | 02:47 PM
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Originally Posted by cadeMFjohnson
good thinkin on skippin the controller :D

cant say i have much experience with hondata though :/
So are u running a chipped ecu? if so which one?
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Old May 15, 2009 | 02:54 PM
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i was at 101st not too long ago.........well i say get the s300 alilttle bit more then s200 but you will be glad you got it.
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Old May 15, 2009 | 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by DerrtyByrd
Okay just a little scared now... aight so i've done some research now... and lookin at the Hondata s100 or s200. What is yalls opinion now? Scratch the controller all i've heard is they arent worth the money u pay.



And yes... i plan on getting it tuned but having problems with find a shop or someone that knows how to here locally.
do NOT go to Performance Concept they will **** your **** up, or Performance garage. Look up seendata, its like a 2 hours drive but he knows his ****, still driving on his tune two years later.
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Old May 19, 2009 | 06:22 PM
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do NOT go to Performance Concept they will **** your **** up, or Performance garage. Look up seendata, its like a 2 hours drive but he knows his ****, still driving on his tune two years later.
where r they located at?
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