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Boston Mangler
03-12-2002, 05:22 PM
i got a 91 civic hatch dx

does the Cold Air Intake Kits really give you better gas mileage and more performance?

would would change with performance? crisper throttle?

thanks
94_AcCoRd_EX
03-12-2002, 06:56 PM
Yes, it makes your engine more efficient --> better gas mileage. If you step on the gas to hear it, drive faster, etc. you won't get better mileage.
Maxvla
03-12-2002, 08:54 PM
ditto.
it will give you more hp and thus you will want to stomp on the pedal which will negate the fuel savings.
so if you're really concerned about fuel... drive like my grandma(1/4 mile - 42.011 @ 35mph).

{and no she has not raced at the track... i made that up} just some clarification for those who need it. you know who you are;) .
Boston Mangler
03-13-2002, 04:40 AM
lol

thanks
Addict
03-13-2002, 07:51 AM
The gas mileage would be minimal if anything. I've run CAI's on both an EX and my SI and noticed no difference.

So to sum it up, buy them for the HP not the MPG.
Maxvla
03-13-2002, 11:29 AM
exactly.
HighLanderh
03-14-2002, 10:27 AM
Can anyone tell me where i could buy a good cold air intake and how much such a thing would cost 95' Honda Civic ex Coupe 1.6L VTEC
Addict
03-14-2002, 12:05 PM
http://coximport.com/

Their site is down at the moment, but they have good deals & service.
94_AcCoRd_EX
03-14-2002, 02:03 PM
You can get an AEM CAI shipped for around $170 @ www.groupbuycenter.com
Whtehnda93DXSdn
03-14-2002, 05:35 PM
Great point Civic Addict....That's about the best way to put it, but if you just cruise and don;t get on it every chance you get the MPG will stay the same or maybe better...

Go for it the intake bug will get you....LOL CAI all the way....;) :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes: