T.P. Crockmier Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 I drive a 91 Civix DX hatch (five speed) with just over 158k on the clock. Its been a fantastic car to me over the years, and I've kept up with all routine maintenance. It runs like a dream. The only fault is that it is just a tad bit slow. However cool a turbo would be, I just don't have that kind of money. I'm looking for simple, relatively cheap ways to boost the HP just a tidge. I have a fair bit of mechanical experience, and am comfortable working under the hood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airjordan223 Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 typically people usually get simple bolt on modifications such as intake, header, and exhaust. then after that some get an intake manifold and a throttle body. now all these mods will MAYBE get you 20 hp at the end of the day and youll be spending well over a grand to do so. if you want just a little more pep, then bolts ons are for you. but if you want to spend your money wisely and be able to get more power, turbo is the way to go. you might be surprised how cheap people can piece a kit together. check out the turbo necessities thread pinned at the top of this forum to give you a little more insight on turbo setups Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T.P. Crockmier Posted August 25, 2009 Author Share Posted August 25, 2009 (edited) Alright cool. I would love having a turbo, as the sound of the BOV almost necessitates a change of pants, but I thank you for your advice and I will pursue these options further. Edited August 25, 2009 by T.P. Crockmier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrIaN EG2 Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 welcome to HF pics of said car or GTFH i say swappage!!!! then boost Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedDemon Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 you could run a small turbo, just piece the parts together over time. run an easy 5-7lbs of boost on stock internals and you should have a safe reliable ~170ish fwhp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T.P. Crockmier Posted August 25, 2009 Author Share Posted August 25, 2009 you could run a small turbo, just piece the parts together over time. run an easy 5-7lbs of boost on stock internals and you should have a safe reliable ~170ish fwhp I like this idea. I would prefer not to spend a couple grand, start up my car, punch the gas, and throw a rod. Seriously not cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airjordan223 Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 yeah you won't have to worry about that with that little boost Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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