My mate had the auto Accord with the K24 and got significantly MPG than I was getting out of my EP3 at the time.
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My mate had the auto Accord with the K24 and got significantly MPG than I was getting out of my EP3 at the time.
Put the standard box back on and remove the resonator, you won't get much better than that except a CAI but that'll be more expensive.
I'm not sure how much standard suspension is but I was looking at Bilsteins for mine, fixed height with a little drop over stock and £600 IIRC. You could also look into replacing some of the bushes. Either option should breathe new life into an old and possibly tired car.
I certainly wouldn't be spending 35-40% of the cars value on an airbox.
I'm not sure how much standard suspension is but I was looking at Bilsteins for mine, fixed height with a little drop over stock and £600 IIRC. You could also look into replacing some of the bushes. Either option should breathe new life into an old and possibly tired car.
I certainly wouldn't be spending 35-40% of the cars value on an airbox.
I'm confused? Surely it's a no brainer after what you wrote above? Trust me, the Turbo novelty will wear off, especially when you realise you can't make the same progress as you can in the Civic.Cant believe Im saying this, especially after the above post I made but Im having a fight with myself...
2007 Civic Type-R GT with 19" Rage alloys + GP kit
Or
2008 Vauxhall Astra VXR Nurburgring Edition
Something about that VXR test drive keeps drawing me back, so so fun. Though I still think the Civic is the better overall package. Aghhh, cant decide
I think dessimpson was getting 250-300 out of his.
Clutch at that mileage (listen out for release bearing), ask about timing chain issues. Apart from that they're pretty bullet proof, as long as you have a sensible head and cover any issues a normal car would have etc.
The facelift model was introduced in 2004. There are roughly 1500 changes, however the main ones are:
Lighter flywheel.
Additional sound deadening
Different front and rear light clusters.
Different front bumper
Red door inserts and red inserts on the seats
Yes and no, though it would depend on the condition of the car. Sure it'll be worn and not as 'tight' as it once were, doesn't mean geo won't make a noticeable difference to its handling.
I kind of see your point though, around that age is where things like track rod ends and bushes should be thought about, especially on a hot hatch. I know a few DC2 owners who have had theirs changed on 10+ year old cars and they say it's been the best money spent.
Due to the nature of how the parts deteriorate it's one of those that you never really notice it happening till something fails or you get them changed.
One thing I would be weary of on an engine that's done over 100k (nb figure plucked from thin air) is the timing chain, as time goes one more and more are turning up where the timing chain has stretched. Definitely something to consider if you've got one with higher mileage or you're considering buying one. I think it's a 6 hour job to replace so they're not cheap.
Depends on the tyre? Good ones around £100 a corner for 17" wheels.