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10-30-2002, 09:58 PM
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Ok, i just got a 2002 honda civic LX. It was a gift from some nice grandparents
 . Reguardless, I have been looking at modifications non stop since I recieved it. I was looking at the specs for the LX vs. the EX. VTECH is this thing that comes standard with the EX engine. Does the VTECH give EX owners a big advantage? I was wondering what you experts would suggest to make my LX have a little more ummph. I haven't done anything, so I would like the most practicle choice first, then to the more extreme. Any suggestions on websites also would appreciated. Thank you very much. |
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10-30-2002, 10:11 PM
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Welcome to HS.
First lesson - Its VTEC, not vtech
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10-30-2002, 10:12 PM
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10-30-2002, 10:25 PM
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I apologize for my spelling error, however, does the person who has the "VTEC" have it up on a person without one? Even if put in a few add ons?
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10-30-2002, 10:45 PM
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No biggie on the spelling, but some people will give you crap for it, so I thought I'd let you know. Its not a magical thing. Its only really noticable on DOHC motors making more power. I you have some add-ons, you could take an EX.
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10-30-2002, 11:15 PM
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10-31-2002, 12:02 AM
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A few more questions, the car I have is automatic (not by choice), how is that looked upon by the "hondastyle" majority? I know manuals are the thing for these cars, but It was not an option in my case. So what would you reccomend to a person with an automatic transmission?
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10-31-2002, 12:20 AM
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All the same mods are good for an auto. In reality, if you really want performance, the only option for your civic is an engine swap / turbo. Bolt-ons cost a lot and give small gains.
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10-31-2002, 12:33 AM
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So what do you think are the most practicle upgrades I should make? Without having to replace the engine? I want better proformance, with out going overboard.
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10-31-2002, 01:11 AM
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Best way to figure that out is to figure out what you have to spend ($$$).
$1k and under? $3k?
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10-31-2002, 01:55 AM
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1K and under...
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10-31-2002, 09:49 AM
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welcome to hs dude. happy hondastylin'
 as far as the auto tranny goes you can get a torque converter from http://www.levelten.com/store/import..._converter.htm and that will beat on manuals. for mods under 1k you could go intake (AEM), header, exhaust, then you could get a nitrous kit for 3k you could get yourself a nice turbo.
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10-31-2002, 10:05 AM
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if you got a bit of money... k20 rsx-s engine
 but basicaly, the vtec on sohc engines is an attempt to increase power without ruining gas milagehttp://www.leecao.com/honda/vtec/whatsvtec.html read that... alot of info on vtec. im posting that link in high performance too.
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11-01-2002, 01:55 PM
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Ok, a few more questions. I have been looking at Intakes, and I've noticed that they are mostly geared toward the manual versions of the civic. What intakes would you reccomend for me? I have a 2002 LX automatic. Thanks again for the advice.
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