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What is this discussion about? Honda Civic CRX, Honda Civic, Honda Civic del Sol, Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan

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#213 of 513 Re: Desperately seeking answers. [ykt24] by blueiedgod

Jun 27, 2005 (5:34 am)

Replying to: ykt24 (Jun 26, 2005 4:39 am)
I own a 1997 4 door Honda Civic with a 1.5L engine. I am really not sure but I think it is a B 15 engine. I Would like to know what I can do or how I can add more power (hp and torque) with my existing engine (basic to advanced modifications)?
 
If you are in US, the '97 should have 1.6 liter, and depending on the trim it may be a D16. I am pretty sure B16's were reserved for 1999-2000 Civic Si only.
 
If you have manual you can start adding more power, however if you have auto, any add-on's will be lost in the slush box.
 
Nitrous - $600 - cheap way to add 10 seconds of high power
Supercharge - $1500 and up decent way to add continuous power
Turbo - $3000 and up -- great way to add power.

#214 of 513 Re: Adding AC after purchase. [stewdaddy] by civict21l

Jun 30, 2005 (11:16 pm)

Replying to: stewdaddy (Apr 04, 2002 4:04 pm)
u can go to a junk yard find a model like urs with the ac that all the parts like the compresser hoses condenser and brackets it has a medium level installment but should cost u like a total of 500 dollars oh u also need the belts

#215 of 513 Re: Desperately seeking answers. [blueiedgod] by civict21l

Jun 30, 2005 (11:20 pm)

Replying to: blueiedgod (Jun 27, 2005 5:34 am)
if u want u can actully find a sohc v tec motor for about 500 with the trans the motor will drop in u willl need the ecu from the ex u can use ur stock harness but ur gonna have to run the vtec wire from the ecu to the motor urself

#216 of 513 Stereo help needed by rowaxe

Jul 08, 2005 (5:18 pm)

I'm a car audio newb. I have almost no knowledge here. My dingus borther in law ripped the audio system out of the 85 CRX he gave me without trying to be neat about it. I have to figure out how to make the new one work. i connected all the like colored wires for the power (I know about the speaker wires already). When i turn the key, I can make the clock turn on, but none of the other systems. What can i do to find the problem. What do i need to know?

#217 of 513 Wheel Locks? by keycard

Jul 14, 2005 (12:55 am)

Just got a Honda Civic EX 2005--any sugggestions on wheel locks? Pros and cons based on experience...And brand perference..
 
Thanks!
KC

#218 of 513 Re: Wheel Locks? [keycard] by blueiedgod

Jul 14, 2005 (5:13 am)

Replying to: keycard (Jul 14, 2005 12:55 am)
Just got a Honda Civic EX 2005--any sugggestions on wheel locks? Pros and cons based on experience...And brand perference..
  
Thanks!
KC
 
Honda branded ones are made by McGuard if I am not mistaken. They work fine. You can get them from the site sponsor at a discount or from your dealer. If you bring the print out from HandA, they will likley to match the price.

#219 of 513 Hood Liner for Civic by dteska

Jul 14, 2005 (10:21 am)

Has anyone installed a hood liner in the engine compartment of a Civic in order to reduce engine noise? I have started looking into installing one from either Dynamat or Fatmat. These are my concerns:
 
1. In addition to sound insulation, the hood liner offered by Dynamat has a reflective coating that reflects heat back to the engine. Won't this put stress on the engine especially in hot weather while sitting at stop lights?
 
2. The hood liner from Fatmat is advertised to absorb engine heat which answers my concern about the Dynamat liner. However, I have read on other forums that some people have experienced problems with Fatmat products coming unglued, especially when applied to surfaces where it hangs upside down (like in an engine compartment).
 
Does anyone have any experiences they'd like to share?

#220 of 513 Aftermarket Cruise Control by play

Jul 16, 2005 (6:59 pm)

We have a 2005 Honda Civic VP (Value Package) at work and it needs a cruise control as it is driven alot on the Interstate. Does anyone know of good aftermarket units? Should I take it to Honda (gulp)? Any advice is appreciated.

#221 of 513 Re: Aftermarket Cruise Control [play] by blueiedgod

Jul 20, 2005 (8:07 am)

Replying to: play (Jul 16, 2005 6:59 pm)
We have a 2005 Honda Civic VP (Value Package) at work and it needs a cruise control as it is driven alot on the Interstate. Does anyone know of good aftermarket units? Should I take it to Honda (gulp)? Any advice is appreciated.
 
Try JC Whitney They sell aftermarket Cruise controls. You may as well try Honda and see what their price is, and whether it is possible to retrofit Honda OEM cruise.

#222 of 513 Stereo speakers in Civic EX by civicex05

Jul 21, 2005 (8:32 am)

I will be replacing the stock CD stereo in my '05 Civic EX sedan with a new Clarion stereo with Dolby Pro-Logic Surround Sound. I love symphony music, and want the car to sound like a concert hall. I am looking for recommendations on replacing the front speakers. The Clarion CD stereo has 53 watts of power per channel, and I do not plan to get a power amplifier. I am more interested in full, rich sound vs. loud pounding noise. Any suggestions?

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