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Forum: EcoModding Central 08-04-2018, 11:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,056
Posted By California98Civic
This is not a super-hard adjustment. Good basic...

This is not a super-hard adjustment. Good basic project for learning. You can totally kearn to do it better than they were doing it.
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-01-2018, 04:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,056
Posted By teoman
Random idea: could your battery be failing and...

Random idea: could your battery be failing and really be generating a high load on the system?
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-01-2018, 11:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,056
Posted By California98Civic
Excellent. Test don't guess. Follow procedure....

Excellent. Test don't guess. Follow procedure. Method is better than random! :)
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-30-2018, 09:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,056
Posted By Stacygifford
The eg civic tachs are notorious for not reading...

The eg civic tachs are notorious for not reading accurately. I have owned quite a few over the years amd myself, a long with other honda enthusiast will vouch that it is not uncommon for them to read...
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-23-2018, 10:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,056
Posted By California98Civic
On page 11-85 the manual says to first adjust...

On page 11-85 the manual says to first adjust idle speed as described on p. 11-102. If that does not work, they suggest six other signal checks (alternator, brake, starter, oil pressure, fast idle...
Forum: Introductions 05-20-2015, 02:24 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By user removed
Best VX tank for me was exactly 300 miles on...

Best VX tank for me was exactly 300 miles on 4.625 gallons of gas, 68 mpg, same day same pump same station, with about 500 pounds total payload. Sounds like you are close. No reason to not refill...
Forum: Introductions 05-20-2015, 02:21 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By user removed
Forget the higher octane unless you are going...

Forget the higher octane unless you are going down to sea level altitude.

I would only replace the charcoal filter if you can confirm it is bad. The charcoal holds fuel vapors in suspension. Those...
Forum: Introductions 05-11-2015, 08:45 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By cosmick
As low as 100 will drive, but I'm at 4500'...

As low as 100 will drive, but I'm at 4500' elevation, and up here we consider 140 as low and around 190 as normal for a high-mileage LSx V8. A new crate 5.7L V8 from Chevy cranks around 205-210 at...
Forum: Introductions 05-10-2015, 10:29 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By user removed
ATTENTION I MESSED UP WHEN, I forgot about...

ATTENTION

I MESSED UP WHEN, I forgot about your altitude. 120-130 would equal 150-160 at YOUR altitude compared to sea level.

Forget new rings at this point, I don't think you need them.

No...
Forum: Introductions 05-09-2015, 09:21 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By user removed
Make sure the compression test is done with the...

Make sure the compression test is done with the throttle wide open and preferrably the plugs out of the other 3 cylinders. Cranks faster and gets full atmospheric pressure for the test.

If it's...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 05-08-2015, 02:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,050
Posted By Chrysler kid
The vx had harsh transitions from lean burn to...

The vx had harsh transitions from lean burn to normal to 16v. The hesitation is common at 2k rpms from what I've seeN on honda tech.

The gas gauges on Hondas are not very accurate, turn left...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-29-2015, 01:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,220
Posted By Chrysler kid
I can not verify any claims of increased fuel...

I can not verify any claims of increased fuel economy with iridium plugs as they were one of my first replacements when I got the car.

My theory was the more concentrated spark from the iridium...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-24-2015, 02:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,220
Posted By iveyjh
You better check around because those numbers do...

You better check around because those numbers do not match any ngk iridium plugs that I could find. Those are standard plugs, not iridium, they are copper core. I have an HX and that's what I run....
Forum: Introductions 03-20-2015, 08:37 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By 94VX
Michelle, I've found YouTube EXTREMELY...

Michelle,

I've found YouTube EXTREMELY helpful with basic and even more advanced maintenance procedures. There are many videos on just about any job you need to do on a Civic and since the Honda...
Forum: Introductions 12-23-2014, 09:20 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By sokdo
A factory manual will save you money in the long...

A factory manual will save you money in the long run if your willing to do simple maintenance. A simple tool set at costco is less than $100. Or get a craftsman set when it's on sale.

Find a...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-22-2014, 12:08 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,759
Posted By NickelB NL
I found a testsheat from the dutch car holders...

I found a testsheat from the dutch car holders club. Each year they test summer and wintertires. And the tables als from left to right: price, dry, wet, sound, FE and wear. For the conti and e3b are...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-21-2014, 06:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,293
Posted By sokdo
sweet find

sweet find
Forum: Introductions 12-15-2014, 11:16 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By user removed
I'd go at least 200 miles but it really makes...

I'd go at least 200 miles but it really makes little difference in the long term.

regards
mech
Forum: Introductions 12-15-2014, 10:04 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By turbothrush
Did you consider getting a Mpguino ? I consider...

Did you consider getting a Mpguino ? I consider it invaluable to see the difference that leanburn, speed, tires, inflation pressures,gearing,wind,temps, driving techniques makes. Once you have it...
Forum: Introductions 12-15-2014, 08:10 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By user removed
Understand, the first time you use the board it...

Understand, the first time you use the board it will give you a more complete fill and that will mean you will show lower mileage, but only for that single fill. Next fills should show you more...
Forum: Introductions 12-15-2014, 02:00 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By Frank Lee
I always try to listen for when the fuel starts...

I always try to listen for when the fuel starts coming up the neck so I can beat the auto shut-off but it is very difficult to do anymore because of the constant buzz of activity or the station has...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 12-11-2014, 02:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,915
Posted By Baltothewolf
It really depends on your engine size. Tbh I EOC...

It really depends on your engine size. Tbh I EOC if even for a few seconds.
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-08-2014, 11:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,293
Posted By OG VX
Nice find! Looks like it's #6 in the pics...

Nice find! Looks like it's #6 in the pics diagrams if you search for that part # on google images.

Looks like it sits just behind the grill, and blocks about 60% of the airflow through the front...
Forum: Introductions 12-08-2014, 09:35 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,896
Posted By elhigh
My MPG took a big dip right after I got my HCH...

My MPG took a big dip right after I got my HCH back from an alignment; I found out (over halfway through the tank) that the shop had politely set my tire pressure back to the manual's recommendation:...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-20-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,440
Posted By Joe1234
I would have to waste the money required to buy a...

I would have to waste the money required to buy a cold air intake and the tons of time that would be required to get a decent set of results to know the answer. That's why I asked here first hoping...
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