Increasing Integra Performance
18-Mar-2007, 02:54 PM
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Increasing Integra Performance
I recently got a 93 integra, 4 door
The car is near mint so i would like to do some upgrading any opinions on first upgrades to make, to increase all around performance
i admittedly dont know **** about cars aside from the basics.
Any word on order of upgrades, manufacturer, parts, etc
thanks ya'll
The car is near mint so i would like to do some upgrading any opinions on first upgrades to make, to increase all around performance
i admittedly dont know **** about cars aside from the basics.
Any word on order of upgrades, manufacturer, parts, etc
thanks ya'll
18-Mar-2007, 03:13 PM
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do a nice b series, slap on a turbo, and enjoy! 
your question is very generic....
do you want engine performance? steering? etc etc etc
dont go hardcore rice..build a wicked engine and turbo
budget?
your question is very generic....
do you want engine performance? steering? etc etc etc
dont go hardcore rice..build a wicked engine and turbo
budget?
18-Mar-2007, 06:01 PM
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As Nicotine mentioned before, what are your expectations? It's easy to say upgrades, but be more specific. Do you find a certain area of the car lacking? Perhaps focus there first.
Also, Budget is critical factor here.. Without that, people will suggest everything and anything possible.
Think about all that before responding.
Also, Budget is critical factor here.. Without that, people will suggest everything and anything possible.
Think about all that before responding.
18-Mar-2007, 06:10 PM
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ok......budget is the main thing here as a new engine is out of the question
im not down for an engine swap yet, ive already looked at that as an option lol
that will be down the line once i have run the course with this engine and have a more stable job.
Im just out of college so funds are low
you were right it is very general statement...as it should be because like i said i dont know where to start or what todo
short of replacing the engine what are some good things todo for starters, in terms of acceleration, handling, overall performance basically, appearance as well but that is less of an issue for me maybe just some minor things that maybe people wouldnt notice first hand but will make a difference
im not down for an engine swap yet, ive already looked at that as an option lol
that will be down the line once i have run the course with this engine and have a more stable job.
Im just out of college so funds are low
you were right it is very general statement...as it should be because like i said i dont know where to start or what todo
short of replacing the engine what are some good things todo for starters, in terms of acceleration, handling, overall performance basically, appearance as well but that is less of an issue for me maybe just some minor things that maybe people wouldnt notice first hand but will make a difference
18-Mar-2007, 06:23 PM
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cool
would it be better to invest in Cold Air Intake or in a short ram intake?
I know some SRS can offer a boost comparable to CAI depending on the car
Any other suggestions as well.
Give me a list lol i would like todo 1 thing a month in prep for summer driving lol
would it be better to invest in Cold Air Intake or in a short ram intake?
I know some SRS can offer a boost comparable to CAI depending on the car
Any other suggestions as well.
Give me a list lol i would like todo 1 thing a month in prep for summer driving lol
18-Mar-2007, 07:04 PM
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Save your $. The only real gain you'll see if you do an engine swap.
I/H/E with labour would net you back around $1k will minimal gains. Maybe another 10 to 15 hp tops. The real HP is made with new cams, turbo, etc
I/H/E with labour would net you back around $1k will minimal gains. Maybe another 10 to 15 hp tops. The real HP is made with new cams, turbo, etc
18-Mar-2007, 07:18 PM
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Originally posted by b18bHatch
short ram draws warm air from the bay..but ive heard in alot of instances (dyno tunes) that SRI produced more hp for their setup then the CAI..
short ram draws warm air from the bay..but ive heard in alot of instances (dyno tunes) that SRI produced more hp for their setup then the CAI..
just go get a 3' sri and slap a BPI velocity stake with a K&N filter on it.
18-Mar-2007, 07:32 PM
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best thing to do, first of all, is do of course all the necessary maintenance on the car, with all OEM parts. do the timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, plug wires, PCV, dizzy cap and rotor, fuel filter, oil and oil filter (synthetic oil), then do a chassis tune up, brakes (rotors and pads all around), tie rod ends, ball joints if necessary, CV joints if necessary, do a brake fluid flush and bleed... same with power steering, coolant... check all your hoses and belts, then your money will be tapped out, but you will have one hella reliable car. then save up again, do shocks, springs, bushings. then save up some more, do intake, exhaust, maybe header if you think you're staying N/A.
18-Mar-2007, 08:55 PM
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Originally posted by bbarbulo
best thing to do, first of all, is do of course all the necessary maintenance on the car, with all OEM parts. do the timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, plug wires, PCV, dizzy cap and rotor, fuel filter, oil and oil filter (synthetic oil), then do a chassis tune up, brakes (rotors and pads all around), tie rod ends, ball joints if necessary, CV joints if necessary, do a brake fluid flush and bleed... same with power steering, coolant... check all your hoses and belts, then your money will be tapped out, but you will have one hella reliable car. then save up again, do shocks, springs, bushings. then save up some more, do intake, exhaust, maybe header if you think you're staying N/A.
best thing to do, first of all, is do of course all the necessary maintenance on the car, with all OEM parts. do the timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, plug wires, PCV, dizzy cap and rotor, fuel filter, oil and oil filter (synthetic oil), then do a chassis tune up, brakes (rotors and pads all around), tie rod ends, ball joints if necessary, CV joints if necessary, do a brake fluid flush and bleed... same with power steering, coolant... check all your hoses and belts, then your money will be tapped out, but you will have one hella reliable car. then save up again, do shocks, springs, bushings. then save up some more, do intake, exhaust, maybe header if you think you're staying N/A.
18-Mar-2007, 09:37 PM
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Originally posted by b18bHatch
what makes the theory bs...when ur drawing air from outside and inside the engine bay theres a diffference in temperature..thus the colder the air the better the combustion.
what makes the theory bs...when ur drawing air from outside and inside the engine bay theres a diffference in temperature..thus the colder the air the better the combustion.
18-Mar-2007, 10:00 PM
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http://www.team-integra.net/forum/display_topic_threads.asp?ForumID=10&TopicID=65561 &PageMsg=Viewing+Common+Topic
read this.
the only time your engine is drawing in hot air is if your car was at a complete stop. once it starts moving, air is circulated through the engine bay so the air going into your sri is just as cool as it is outside. cai also has longer piping which means more piping to soak in the heat from the engine bay. then you'll get more heat transfer to the air going into the IM.
read this.
the only time your engine is drawing in hot air is if your car was at a complete stop. once it starts moving, air is circulated through the engine bay so the air going into your sri is just as cool as it is outside. cai also has longer piping which means more piping to soak in the heat from the engine bay. then you'll get more heat transfer to the air going into the IM.
18-Mar-2007, 10:13 PM
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Originally posted by bbarbulo
best thing to do, first of all, is do of course all the necessary maintenance on the car, with all OEM parts. do the timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, plug wires, PCV, dizzy cap and rotor, fuel filter, oil and oil filter (synthetic oil), then do a chassis tune up, brakes (rotors and pads all around), tie rod ends, ball joints if necessary, CV joints if necessary, do a brake fluid flush and bleed... same with power steering, coolant... check all your hoses and belts, then your money will be tapped out, but you will have one hella reliable car. then save up again, do shocks, springs, bushings. then save up some more, do intake, exhaust, maybe header if you think you're staying N/A.
best thing to do, first of all, is do of course all the necessary maintenance on the car, with all OEM parts. do the timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, plug wires, PCV, dizzy cap and rotor, fuel filter, oil and oil filter (synthetic oil), then do a chassis tune up, brakes (rotors and pads all around), tie rod ends, ball joints if necessary, CV joints if necessary, do a brake fluid flush and bleed... same with power steering, coolant... check all your hoses and belts, then your money will be tapped out, but you will have one hella reliable car. then save up again, do shocks, springs, bushings. then save up some more, do intake, exhaust, maybe header if you think you're staying N/A.
19-Mar-2007, 12:05 AM
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imo, unless you are doing a swap, stuff like acceleration is going to take a LOT of bolt ons for any slight gains....
if your engine has high kms, it's not even worth it.
I would say, take your money, do a good solid tune up. do some half decent struts and springs, timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, spark plug wires, nice air filter, fuel pump, fuel filter, new tires, maybe some small body work if it needs it.
clean up the car, make it nice and respectable.
but, for the love of god...PLEASE..no altezza taill lights...for the love of god...
edit: i'd rather see a well taken care of car that's damn near stock but is respectable and is a loved vehicle, than someone who's trying to make a car into something it's not (metal wings, noisy mufflers, and tail lights - do not make your car wicked fast.ugh)
if your engine has high kms, it's not even worth it.
I would say, take your money, do a good solid tune up. do some half decent struts and springs, timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, spark plug wires, nice air filter, fuel pump, fuel filter, new tires, maybe some small body work if it needs it.
clean up the car, make it nice and respectable.
but, for the love of god...PLEASE..no altezza taill lights...for the love of god...
edit: i'd rather see a well taken care of car that's damn near stock but is respectable and is a loved vehicle, than someone who's trying to make a car into something it's not (metal wings, noisy mufflers, and tail lights - do not make your car wicked fast.ugh)
19-Mar-2007, 10:49 AM
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ok my second try at this post UUUGGGGGHHHH! ****!
Anyways thanks for all the posts and info
#1 - body is in immaculate shape, i need todo no body work at this time. I would never put altezza lights on it, or those stupid wings, a useless noisy muffler, or whatever, the car shouldnt look like a stupid highschool kid put it together on his canadian tire budget.
#2 - engine swaps....ive thought about it, and its not feasible at this time. The km on the car are low for its year and as such id rather let this engine have its time to shine and once its starts to go then do a nice swap with a b18c SiR engine or something like that
#3 - this is kinda minor but not really. When we talk about horsepower it is mostly just a bragging number, unless there is a big spike from what it is now till what it would be, as i see it. Most of the HP the car is capable of would never reach the wheels in everyday driving, unless i take it to the track. Im prepared to handle that my HP increase will be minor at this time
#4 - i was looking more for overall performance ideas
keep 'em coming, also any ideas that you got how bout brands you notice work well on 'tegs for which part
thanks for all the help.
Anyways thanks for all the posts and info
#1 - body is in immaculate shape, i need todo no body work at this time. I would never put altezza lights on it, or those stupid wings, a useless noisy muffler, or whatever, the car shouldnt look like a stupid highschool kid put it together on his canadian tire budget.
#2 - engine swaps....ive thought about it, and its not feasible at this time. The km on the car are low for its year and as such id rather let this engine have its time to shine and once its starts to go then do a nice swap with a b18c SiR engine or something like that
#3 - this is kinda minor but not really. When we talk about horsepower it is mostly just a bragging number, unless there is a big spike from what it is now till what it would be, as i see it. Most of the HP the car is capable of would never reach the wheels in everyday driving, unless i take it to the track. Im prepared to handle that my HP increase will be minor at this time
#4 - i was looking more for overall performance ideas
keep 'em coming, also any ideas that you got how bout brands you notice work well on 'tegs for which part
thanks for all the help.
