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Should I Get A Cavalier?
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Apr 03, 2006 (7:57 am)
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Ok, ive heard their junk, Waste of money, Awsome, Great, ect. But i dont know if i should get one or not. And if u use performace parts does that make it so they wont get ruined? or wat? I need HELP! plzzz
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- #101 of 128
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Exhaust for an 05 Cavy
by gwilli33
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Apr 03, 2006 (11:59 am)
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I am just wondering on this one, since I am not an expert or anything near that, nor do I claim to be one. I have seen 96-05 Cavy catbacks. Now do they mean that this exhaust will fit all 96-05 cavy's or that they have catbacks for those years.
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- #102 of 128
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Re: Exhaust for an 05 Cavy [gwilli33]
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Apr 05, 2006 (7:18 am)
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Replying to: gwilli33 (Apr 03, 2006 11:59 am)
It means that the exhaust will fit on those years
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- #103 of 128
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Re: Should I Get A Cavalier? [penalty]
by johnnymurph
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Apr 05, 2006 (5:35 pm)
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Replying to: penalty (Apr 03, 2006 7:57 am)
Penalty - I will tell ya my reason(s) for yes. I have a '95 Toyota 4runner that is lousy on gas, but fun to drive. I used to work close to home, so, no problem. My job changed to a 28 mile (one way), 10 stop light commute. The only saving grace is the night shift (light traffic going home). I had to find something CHEAP!! Everything I read and people I know were very positive on the 2.2 ECO-TEC engine. This is the same engine used in the Cobalt. Cavalier used this engine specifically in '03 and on. I found a used 2004 coupe - plain jane - 5 speed with a moon roof - for $7,500 total. The good news - 5,000 miles and 4 months later - what a bargain! No Lie - I average 34 MPG on my daily commute. I must stop at more than 1/2 of the lights coming to work, and 1/3 going home. 45 minutes in, 40 minutes going home. Never more than 65MPH, due to traffic and light spacing. Not the most comfortable car (most coupes are not), but now at 44,000 miles, no rattles, everything works and just fun to drive. I do not know what else to tell ya. Far better than the Neon, maybe a notch under the Focus, but the Focus mileage is not anywhere near the 34 - I know this for a fact, because the person I commuted with when I was using the 4runner stayed in the mid 20's. I do not know much about the automatic's performance. If you want a commuter car - perfect. If you want one to carry your four buddies around - forget it!! Has been totally maintenance free. A/c works great - never above 195 degrees on the thermostat gauge. Also, this gas mileage was from December through March in the D.C. area (even though we were milder than normal). Most of the car mags are down on the cavalier/sunfire, because it is an old design and therefore, outdated. Like I said - if this is going to be your main transportation for a joy bunch, go with the Focus or the Cobalt.
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- #104 of 128
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Re: Should I Get A Cavalier? [johnnymurph]
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Apr 07, 2006 (7:47 am)
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Replying to: johnnymurph (Apr 05, 2006 5:35 pm)
So an ecotec is best engine for cavalier? im tihnking of getting a 2002 ecotec or z24 but not sure which will last the longest, im ganna be driving like 31 miles almost everyday from school to work and i need a reliable, cheap car, with great gasmilage and does performace parts let ur engine run longer? cuz im tihnking of getting it to be a showcar also
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- #105 of 128
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Re: Should I Get A Cavalier? [penalty]
by johnnymurph
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Apr 09, 2006 (3:19 pm)
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Replying to: penalty (Apr 07, 2006 7:47 am)
Chevy is sold on the ecotec, as this is the base engine for the Cobalt, Malibu and HHR (except for the turbo). To be completely honest, you are making a huge financial mistake if you are looking to use the Cavalier as a show car. Cheap to buy and cheap to operate are the Cavaliers' strong points. Why would you want to turn around and put additional money into a car that you are looking to buy so cheaply? If you are financially able to do this - go for the Honda Civic SI. It already has the performance and glamour you are after. Not intending to burst your bubble! If you have the "know-how" and the time to make a Cavalier into what you desire - go for it! Just keep in mind that all of your hard work will not be rewarded at re-sell time.
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Help!!! 02 Cavy Ecotec engine swap
by karenschevyboy
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Apr 17, 2006 (7:13 am)
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I'm thinking about swapping my 2.2 Ecotec for a 2.4 Z24 engine and I'm wondering what else would need to be changed in order for the swap to work i.e. transmission, alternator, etc.... my cavy is a 2002 Cavalier SL with the sport package. If anyone can offer any advice, sites I can visit to help, or books I can get to help. I'd really appreciate it!
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What engines fit in 95 cavalier?
by jmitchell2
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Apr 17, 2006 (5:55 pm)
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I am looking to put a new block in my 95 cavalier but I want a faster, performance motor. Can anyone tell me what engines will fit into my car?? I have an LS 2.2. Thanks for your help.
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- #108 of 128
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Re: Perfromance catalogs [pkchevy]
by jpf
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Apr 18, 2006 (6:02 pm)
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Replying to: pkchevy (Mar 28, 2006 6:06 pm)
The easiest upgrade is a K&N air filter. That will help a little. I believe there is a performance website for the Cavalier / Sunfire. Search under "J-Car performance". Good luck.
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