Samuel Owens
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Hello.
I have a 2012 civic lx coupe. 1.8L SOHC vtec. automatic transmission.
I have recently started working on it more and have done little things like suspension and minor engine fixes and maintenance but I would like to learn more about mods and how they work and how to install them.
I have heard from some people that most any mod you can do on a manual you can do on an automatic also but I have also heard that most mods you cannot do on automatics so I would like some clarity.
I realize that the easiest route would probably be to just buy a manual but I am still paying off this one and that isnt an option but modding it to learn until I can buy a manual is an option.
what is possible for me to do to my a/t 1.8L civic to make it more powerful / fun to drive?
is it possible to tune the stock ECU in this car?
do I need anything more than an OBD2 scanner?
does a usb or bluetooth OBD2 scanner that works for diagnostics also work for tuning?
do I need to buy one of those standalone ecu things?
is it possible to put on a turbo charger or super charger (whats the difference)?
is it possible to put on air intakes and exhaust systems / will it do anything?
is it possible to swap in a 2.4 L 4 cylinder?
is it possible to swap in a 6 cylinder ?
is it possible to swap in a proper dohc vtec ?
which of those would be better?
what is actually involved in swapping to a manual transmission, dont tell me it isn't worth it i've heard that, I want to actually know what would be involved.
when im looking at parts online what year ranges are safe to look at? Ive been looking for specific 2012 only but the following few years are also compatible correct?
I know i've likely said something stupid, I'm trying to learn and I don't know anyone I can ask so I dont even know where to go to ask these questions.
If you could answer them or point to the correct message boards that would be helpful thank you.
I have a 2012 civic lx coupe. 1.8L SOHC vtec. automatic transmission.
I have recently started working on it more and have done little things like suspension and minor engine fixes and maintenance but I would like to learn more about mods and how they work and how to install them.
I have heard from some people that most any mod you can do on a manual you can do on an automatic also but I have also heard that most mods you cannot do on automatics so I would like some clarity.
I realize that the easiest route would probably be to just buy a manual but I am still paying off this one and that isnt an option but modding it to learn until I can buy a manual is an option.
what is possible for me to do to my a/t 1.8L civic to make it more powerful / fun to drive?
is it possible to tune the stock ECU in this car?
do I need anything more than an OBD2 scanner?
does a usb or bluetooth OBD2 scanner that works for diagnostics also work for tuning?
do I need to buy one of those standalone ecu things?
is it possible to put on a turbo charger or super charger (whats the difference)?
is it possible to put on air intakes and exhaust systems / will it do anything?
is it possible to swap in a 2.4 L 4 cylinder?
is it possible to swap in a 6 cylinder ?
is it possible to swap in a proper dohc vtec ?
which of those would be better?
what is actually involved in swapping to a manual transmission, dont tell me it isn't worth it i've heard that, I want to actually know what would be involved.
when im looking at parts online what year ranges are safe to look at? Ive been looking for specific 2012 only but the following few years are also compatible correct?
I know i've likely said something stupid, I'm trying to learn and I don't know anyone I can ask so I dont even know where to go to ask these questions.
If you could answer them or point to the correct message boards that would be helpful thank you.
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