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Hey guys,

I have a(n) automatic Honda civic EX (1999) with a(n) (D16Y8) engine. It is a SOHC-VTEC engine.

The whole car is at stock performance right now. I would like to start

installing performance parts to gain some more HP. I've been researching

about short ram air intake and a cold air intake system. Its very

clear to me how they work and all but haven't decided what it best for my

car. If I installed either one on my civic I wouldn't stop there by means of

HP. Of course, I don't know how more HP I can really get out of the stock

engine without doing a swap or if that's even necessary in my case. I just

want something to give my car some more oomph,(POWER)! I also searched

a little about (naturally aspirated) on civic-tech forum and I'm considering

going that route. But I don't even know where to start. Can someone please

take the time and help me to understand what is the best route to take as far

as making my car have more oomph, changing out parts so they don't stress

out other parts and blow them out. I know everything takes time and the

need to do it right the first time is evident and very crucial. Im serious about

the process and I don't need advice from amateurs. I need serious opinions

need to talk to someone that know's what they are talking about.


I appreciate all the advice you guys provide to me.

Thanks,
-Zack

 
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Why are you putting a space every 2 lines or so?

If you just want to add a little kick then intake, headers and exhaust is about it. Next step after that would be aftermarket camshaft. Then you could step up to a stage 2 or 3 cam which would require head work.

Swap or turbo is going to give you the most power but are more involved. Nitrous is another option if you just want occasional HP for a track.

As far as intake, get whatever you like best. I prefer cold air intakes. They make ones that are both.

 
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Along side with the enter button at the middle of the screen

 
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Loose weight (seriously, I am talking about the car)

Intakes, exhaust, will get you what? 5hp? Remember that percentage wise it's not negligible.

 
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Don't buy a high end branded intake like I did... I payed $320 for a piece of pipe, because I didn't know what intakes did.

These two do the exact same thing

Ebay $42


K&N $340


Then buy a decent filter to place on the pipe.

 
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Hey sorry I didn't reply as fast throughout the weekend. I was super busy. Thanks everybody for the advice.

At this point I'll just go with the cold air intake. I'll Put some nice wheels and put some fog lights on it. My car is rice! Lol 😂

-Zack