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[quote=”college man” post=101528]Does it look like someone has adjusted the base idle screw?[/quote]
I don’t know, I haven’t looked at that yet. Correct me if I’m wrong; but aren’t those pre-set at the factory? Maybe it’s worth a look.
As for the steps listed, were they done in the correct sequence and would adjusting the ignition timing be expected to lower the idle speed?
[quote=”college man” post=101528]Does it look like someone has adjusted the base idle screw?[/quote]
I don’t know, I haven’t looked at that yet. Correct me if I’m wrong; but aren’t those pre-set at the factory? Maybe it’s worth a look.
As for the steps listed, were they done in the correct sequence and would adjusting the ignition timing be expected to lower the idle speed?
Well it would appear that it came from a Honda Civic EX or SI, whereby it wasn’t initially meant for my vehicle. It would also appear that the reason why the former owner would have used this exhaust manifold, is that either the old one became worn out, or they were trying to add power. I would guess the old one was no longer any good, hence deleting the catalytic converter out of convenience.
There is this belief amongst VX owners that the exhaust manifold, in combination with the Catalytic converter, somehow contribute to the vehicles high mpg rating. This was the incentive I had to start with in terms of finding answers.
However, when I looked at the parts diagram from Majestic Honda for both the 94 Civic CX & VX, I’d noticed that parts numbers were identical. This lead me to believe that they’re isn’t anything significant to the VX exhaust manifold, or catalytic converter that would contribute to the vehicles high mpg rating, with exception of the 5-wire O2 sensor.
Would you agree with my theory Eric?
Well it would appear that it came from a Honda Civic EX or SI, whereby it wasn’t initially meant for my vehicle. It would also appear that the reason why the former owner would have used this exhaust manifold, is that either the old one became worn out, or they were trying to add power. I would guess the old one was no longer any good, hence deleting the catalytic converter out of convenience.
There is this belief amongst VX owners that the exhaust manifold, in combination with the Catalytic converter, somehow contribute to the vehicles high mpg rating. This was the incentive I had to start with in terms of finding answers.
However, when I looked at the parts diagram from Majestic Honda for both the 94 Civic CX & VX, I’d noticed that parts numbers were identical. This lead me to believe that they’re isn’t anything significant to the VX exhaust manifold, or catalytic converter that would contribute to the vehicles high mpg rating, with exception of the 5-wire O2 sensor.
Would you agree with my theory Eric?
Within the past few days, I’ve finally gotten the answers to my questions. Thank you to all whom contributed to topic.
Within the past few days, I’ve finally gotten the answers to my questions. Thank you to all whom contributed to topic.
Recently, Ive been shopping around on Majestic Honda.com and have come to realize that the part numbers for the catalytic converter & the exhaust manifold match up identically for both the 94 Civic CX & VX. At the risk of asking an obvious question, does this mean that they’re the same parts for each model and are interchangeable?
This may be critical, given the fact that it’s always been impressed upon me that there was something special in the design of the exhaust manifold & the catalytic converter, which contributed to the high fuel economy of the Civic VX.
Recently, Ive been shopping around on Majestic Honda.com and have come to realize that the part numbers for the catalytic converter & the exhaust manifold match up identically for both the 94 Civic CX & VX. At the risk of asking an obvious question, does this mean that they’re the same parts for each model and are interchangeable?
This may be critical, given the fact that it’s always been impressed upon me that there was something special in the design of the exhaust manifold & the catalytic converter, which contributed to the high fuel economy of the Civic VX.
I’ve apparently been able to establish what I have on my car. It seems to be known as a tri-y exhaust manifold. So the questions are whether or not this is a stock part, or if it’s any better or just as good as what I should have?
Someone mentioned it earlier, and seeing how he is a Honda Guru, maybe this is one for Eric.
I’ve apparently been able to establish what I have on my car. It seems to be known as a tri-y exhaust manifold. So the questions are whether or not this is a stock part, or if it’s any better or just as good as what I should have?
Someone mentioned it earlier, and seeing how he is a Honda Guru, maybe this is one for Eric.
Hello Eric:
First of all, I would like to say,”Thank you”, for the tip you provided on Youtube for fixing a stripped out oil pain. You provided me with a $1.20 solution for a $350.00 plus problem.
My question relates to the posted topic of flushing and filling a Honda Civic. I’m the proud owner of a 94 Civic VX with 234,000 miles on the odometer and I would like to do complete flush and fill. The question is whether it’s okay to use a garden hose to flush out the cooling system, or if it would be best to use distilled water instead. The current argument provide on another tech site is that tap water from the garden hose can leave corrosive sediments…your thoughts are greatly appreciated.
I’ve only owned the car for about six months, whereas I’ve no idea if this service been done before. This is really for my own piece of mind, plus I already have a gallon of genuine Honda coolant.