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Forum: Engine & Internal
Sep 24, 2004, 03:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,477
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: Racing

Thanks everyone...I will take all into consideration. Never thought of the flywheel and performance clutch though. is that pretty tough to do yourself NTX?
Forum: Header, Intake, & Exhaust
Sep 24, 2004, 11:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,468
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: DC-S Headers

Ohbiskits, I have a '95 EX.

I had a feeling about that, so I didn't bid on them. I think I will wait and do a little more research. Thanks.
Forum: Engine & Internal
Sep 24, 2004, 11:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,477
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: Racing

Thanks Sac....Learning more everyday! I just like working on my car, but I don't want to get gipped on parts.
Forum: Header, Intake, & Exhaust
Sep 24, 2004, 11:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,468
Posted By jjgarcia

DC-S Headers

I found some DC-S headers on eBay for like $70. Has anyone purchased this product and how does it run? I am not sure if they are a knock off or the real DC Sport headers. HELP!!!!
Forum: Engine & Internal
Sep 24, 2004, 10:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,477
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: Racing

Thanks Sacicons...I didn't know what to expect when I went out there. I was getting up to about 83mph in teh 1/4, but there were other Civic's out there reaching 99 and getting in the 15's. I need...
Forum: Engine & Internal
Sep 24, 2004, 10:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,477
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: Racing

Trap Speeds? LSD? This was my first time racing so I'm not very familiar with protocol. I have 98k on it right now. My 60' was getting better everytime I raced but I am not sure as far as shift...
Forum: Engine & Internal
Sep 24, 2004, 10:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,477
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: Racing

I was starting off around 2500 so I would peel out so much, but the car kinda bounced at the start so I let out a little air in my front tires to get a little more traction. I will try starting out...
Forum: Engine & Internal
Sep 24, 2004, 01:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,477
Posted By jjgarcia

Racing

I went out to the local raceway here last night and didn't run very well, I think [:@] It was my first time out there with pretty much a stock '95 EX. I think my main problem was my shift points....
Forum: Header, Intake, & Exhaust
Sep 24, 2004, 01:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,342
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: '95 Exhaust

Cool, thanks for the heads up. I will research a little more.
Forum: Header, Intake, & Exhaust
Sep 23, 2004, 01:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,342
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: '95 Exhaust

I have found a great deal on eBay for DC-S Headers 4-2-1 and a Racing Hi-Flow Full Stainless Steel Converter. The site says that it will bolt on and fit the stock pipes. Is this true? Has anyone...
Forum: Header, Intake, & Exhaust
Sep 21, 2004, 03:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,342
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: '95 Exhaust

Great...Thanks. Any recommendations on brands?
Forum: Header, Intake, & Exhaust
Sep 15, 2004, 05:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,342
Posted By jjgarcia

'95 Exhaust

Anyone have any ideas as far as getting a better hi-flow cat back system? Later I want to get headers and the whole bit, but I would like to start off with the exhaust, unless there's a better way. ...
Forum: Transmission & Differential
Aug 19, 2004, 06:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,685
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: Differential?

I am taking it into a shop and getting the right bearing replaced. $195...not too bad. I'd do it myself but I am learning that working on cars is all about the RIGHT TOOLS!!!!
Forum: Mechanical Problems & Technical Chat
Aug 19, 2004, 06:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 30,038
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: Timing Belt/Water Pump replace

Hey everyone! Well, I replaced my timing belt and water pump last weekend and it was a chore. I used a Haynes manual and it was very, very helpful. I have a 1995 Civic EX and the only thing that was...
Forum: Mechanical Problems & Technical Chat
Aug 9, 2004, 06:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,490
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: Engine surges

A friend of mine that has a Ford Contour SVT put some of that Octane Boost in his car and it made his Check Engine light come on. It screwed up his catalytic converter and now he needs a new one. ...
Forum: Transmission & Differential
Aug 9, 2004, 06:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,685
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: Differential?

I broke down and took it in and it was only the wheel bearing. That saved my butt about $550. Whew!!!
Forum: Mechanical Problems & Technical Chat
Aug 9, 2004, 06:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,714
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: (HELP!) Feels like fuel cut...but could it be timing.?

Mech, it could also be the spark plug wires...if they aren't that great or they might have just worn down quickly. If you can, do a wire test and see if they're firing. The tune-up seem to work for...
Forum: Transmission & Differential
Aug 5, 2004, 02:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,685
Posted By jjgarcia

Differential?

I have this humming noise that I can't pin point where it's coming from (sounds like underneath the hood or close to the wheels). I took it to Les Schwab and they said that the bearings are fine. I...
Forum: Mechanical Problems & Technical Chat
Aug 3, 2004, 10:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 30,038
Posted By jjgarcia

Timing Belt/Water Pump replace

Hey everyone, I need to replace my timing belt and water pump in my '95 EX. Is there anyone who has a step-by-step on this? I am pretty handy with the tools and can put anything back together that I...
Forum: Engine & Internal
Aug 2, 2004, 06:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,173
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: Gettin' Started

Yeah, that's what I was thinking. Any recommendations on good headers? What about a manifold?
Forum: Engine & Internal
Aug 2, 2004, 02:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,173
Posted By jjgarcia

Gettin' Started

I have a '95 Civic EX (stock) with a Cold Air Intake system recently installed. I was wondering what should be the next step in getting this thing tricked out. I know of many parts that can be...
Forum: Mechanical Problems & Technical Chat
Aug 2, 2004, 02:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,714
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: (HELP!) Feels like fuel cut...but could it be timing.?

I was having a similar problem with my '95 Civic EX. I just gave it an all around tune up (spark plugs, wires, dist cap, rotor, PCV valve, and a fuel filter). The problem has not duplicated itself...
Forum: Mechanical Problems & Technical Chat
Aug 2, 2004, 10:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,818
Posted By jjgarcia

RE: '95 Loss of Power

I did a complete tune up on the vehicle (spark plugs, wires, cap, rotor, fuel filter and PCV) and it has not duplicated the problem since. Thanks.....
Forum: Mechanical Problems & Technical Chat
Jul 29, 2004, 10:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,818
Posted By jjgarcia

'95 Loss of Power

After I come to a complete stop and start to accelerate, the car seems to "die" but the RPM's still increase and the car still moves slightly, but then after a couple seconds it seems to kick into...
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