WHAT MODS TO DO?

Prelude1997SH · Post by **Prelude1997SH** » Mon May 02, 2005 3:57 am

Hi there,

I am an owner of a 1997 Honda Prelude VTI-R Tiptronic.

Now, I need some help with modifications .. performance wise.

I need someone out there that knows what they are talking about to help me out with this.

If I had $3,000 AU which is about $2,000 US. What could i do to give some speed to this vehicle.. I mean.. it is heavy as hell and a slow mover. It feels as if i am driving a tank at times.

Help would be greatly appreciated since i have been beaten by pretty much any honda vehicle besides the one of my type.... VERY SLO.. NEED TO SPEED IT UP!.. HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

DaX · Post by **DaX** » Mon May 02, 2005 6:16 am

The H22 is a powerful engine and has a lot of potential.

You could always free up just a few ponies by installing an intake, header, and larger exhaust.

Suspension upgrades will greatly improve handling also [get a nice set of full coilovers and maybe some anti-sway bars].

If cheap speed is what you're after, a small nitrous kit [sub 100 shot] can make the car rip.

Personally [and if you're mechanically inclined and confident enough], I would get rid of that tiptronics transmission and install a 5-speed manual transmission.

There are many directions you can go...and $2000 US is really just enough to get your feet wet.

Prelude1997SH · Post by **Prelude1997SH** » Tue May 03, 2005 6:20 am

yeah.. i already have an exhaust system ( 2 1/4 cat-back with DRIFT 4" to 3" tip muffler.. which is currently removed due to the roadworthy certificate but will put it back on) along with an intake system (K&N air filter)...

I was thinking maybe increase the exhaust piping to 2 1/2 inch?

Taking that into consideration.. what would be the nex step with those 3000 AU.. considering the intake/exhaust has been done?

Prelude1997SH · Post by **Prelude1997SH** » Fri May 13, 2005 3:01 am

hmm i suppose noone can help me out here ha....

K I L R O Y · Post by **K I L R O Y** » Fri Aug 26, 2005 3:39 pm

I would really consider swapping to a manual transmission. It will make all the difference in the world. While you have the tranny out, an exedy lightweight flywheel and clutch would be a really good thing too. Let it wind up fast.

redvtec27 · Post by **redvtec27** » Sun Dec 04, 2005 9:31 pm

if all you have is 3000 au or 2000 USD, I would consider a set of nice aftemarket (stage 1 or 2) VTEC cams and maybe a 6 puck clutch.. Also maybe some Falken Azenis tires, or drag radials if you want to do alot of drag.

suspension, maybe springs and a sway bar till you have the loot to do the rest.