Piggy friendly upgrades...

[Molecularmann]

I just purchased a 1997 Acura Integra LS. Its an automatic that shifts smooth and runs great. I don't really have much invested in it, so I'm looking to keep it that way. Its not a model worth spending too much money in, IMO. But I was wondering what are some cheap mods/bolt-ons that would make the car handle a bit more responsively and make it create a bit more power. Thanks for looking! Oh and by the way this is my first post on here so hopefully its not too bad.:-p

[The Captain]

auto? I'd stay away from an exhaust then, i've always hated the sound of auto honda's with exhausts. I'd say go with a nice set of coilovers w/ a nice wheel/tire combo + strut bars, that'll help in the handling department. For more power? I wouldn't really do much. Your not gonna get much gains, if any, by working with cheap bolt-ons so i'd say make it look the way you want (nice clean oem/jdm ftw) and get a good car alarm.

[Molecularmann]

This is my first time owning a teg...are they really that coveted. Do i need to get a car alarm or will a good old club on the steering wheel do the trick?

[sherwood]

id run a high flow filter...not an intake or anything just a high flow filter...and i meen for control...ehhh maybe some strut bars and cup coil overs if your not looking to spend to much money...take a look into the for sale section on here and on honda-tech. welcome to the boards.

[MTuning]

depending on how much you want to spend you can start with type-r suspension such as the rear sway bar and so on. If its aftermarket you want, even though you do not want to spend too much, it will cost you to do it correctly.

[dragonfly2k3]

You WILL need an alarm. If i were you I would get the alarm, the club, and a clutch lock. They ARE that coveted.

[Molecularmann]

You WILL need an alarm. If i were you I would get the alarm, the club, and a clutch lock. They ARE that coveted.

How much does an alarm system cost...how much does a clutch lock cost(if that applies to an auto).

[dragonfly2k3]

How much does an alarm system cost...how much does a clutch lock cost(if that applies to an auto).


good call on the auto, didnt notice you were of the weak willed lol j/k. Just get a decent alarm and a club. The alarm shouldnt be more than 200 or so.

[FlashFive]

Def get an alarm, look at viper security systems but as it goes with most things, the more expensive the alarm the better it should be. I just got one not to long ago and it cost a decent amount more than 200 installed.

[Molecularmann]

Currently driving: 96' Toyota Camry LE
Car Recently Bought: 97' Acura Integra LS
I think its a step in the right direction...good price so Im gonna just drive this until the ultimate deal is found on a GSR or even a http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q300/molecularmann/Honda-Civic-Type-R-Logo.jpg :mrgreen:

[PAFirefighter11]

I'm not a Honda/Acura person but the Integra is #1 on the Top 25 list...

Top most-stolen vehicles
Rank Vehicle
1. 1999 Acura Integra
2. 2002 BMW M Roadster
3. 1998 Acura Integra
4. 1991 GMC V2500
5. 2002 Audi S4
6. 1996 Acura Integra
7. 1995 Acura Integra
8. 2004 Mercury Marauder
9. 1997 Acura Integra
10. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
11. 2001 Acura Integra
12. 1989 Chevrolet R25
13. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood
14. 1994 Acura Integra
15. 1996 Lexus GS
16. 2000 Acura Integra
17. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CL
18. 1996 Lexus SC
19. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
20. 1996 BMW 750
21. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
22. 1994 Audi Cabriolet
23. 2001 BMW M Roadster
24. 2003 Cadillac Escalade
25. 2000 Honda Civic

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/8620904/

At least the '97 is all the way at #9 on that list :)

[Molecularmann]

Well I was pretty sure on the sale of this car but it fell through. Very rough body and not as described, Im really pissed about it. Looks like the Camry will have to do for the time being... :(