Do we have a compilation of "Good, Better and Best" list that is backed up by Dyno results? I've had the car for a 1.5 years and I'm ready to start (but slowly) acquire/install some upgrades.
For handling, are comptech's combination of springs, rear sway bar and strut tower bar good investments?
Thanks!

 

The best bang for your buck would be a CAI kit from either Injen or K&N. Before you start modding your suspension you should have a set of good performance tires. Other than that, I'm sure you'll find answers for most of your questions if you just browse through this section.

 

 

I'm currently torn between starting with I/H/E(Mugen/Comptech/Comptech), wheels/tires (VR SE37K/Nitto 555) or suspension(Comptech). Any thoughts?

 

If you get the Mugen intake do a dyno, I'm willing to bet that I/H/E doesn't make more than 16-18hp for $2000.

 

Based on what I've heard from other people on this site, you're most likely right about not achieving anything more than 16-18hp. Have we narrowed things down with the best I/H/E combo on this or any other site? I've leaned toward the comptech exhaust because of the deep sound and quality. As for the Mugen, I've heard that it's not loud.

 

No dyno's exist, but the CompTech icebox is not loud as well, but also doesn't have the same gains as a CAI. For the price conscious I'd just go w/ a CAI for $200 and get 10-12hp. Get an exhaust if you like the sound, but it wont give much power gains, and the comptech header is very expensive for marginal gains as well.

 

You can't beat the 16.67 to 20 $/HP (depending on the gain of 10-12HP) of the Injen CAI.

 

It depends on what your priorities are. If power, aside from the CAI recommendations, I would do nothing until the Hondata reflash comes out.

 

wait for the comptech supercharger

 

would you guys get the K&N Typhoon or Injen intake?

I'm trying to decide between the two.

 

Injen. The K&N bends more for some reason.....

Also, I don't know if the K&N is convertible to SRI? Injen definitely is.

 

Yes, K&N can be converted to SRI as well.

 

If you have a MT don't forget the Comptech Short Shifter. It's worth more than $50 in performance.

 

K&N has prettier colors, that's about the difference to me

 

other than that i think Injen done nicer in the bypass part ..
but i went for the Typhoon ~ it's red looks some wut better ~

 

Do they have similar Dynos?

Which has more low to mid range power? Injen Or K&N or is it the Same?

How much louder are these intakes than stock?

Thanks for the answers every1!!

 

It's hard to compare dynos done on different cars in different locations on different days and with differen mileages but it seems like they are very similar.

The noise is not noticeable at all when cruising, it's only when you step on the gas will you hear the difference. And yes, it's quite a bit louder than stock.

 

here's a injen and k&n dyno for comparison...but on diff gears

 

are u serious about 10-12 hp gains?

 

Look at the dyno charts posted. The first one is the Injen.

 

i have a custom CAI with custom exhaust and i have over 14 whp gain...and spent tons less than others would have on I/H/E ...lyou dont need to go for the high end name brands...to get good power...