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Old Mar 5, 2011 | 09:45 PM
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Talking First upgrade from stock
So thanks to some of you helping me decide what to get this was my decision tell me what you think I've noticed a big change in the engine sound 2.5 RPM+ and quicker takeoff. Now...lowering springs or exhaust!?
 
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 11:10 AM
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how much did that intake cost you? i too have a completely stock 09 accord lxs coupe and i wanted to start with a intake too
 
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 11:21 AM
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nice intake nothing beats the sound of those under full throttle !
 
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 12:54 PM
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It cost me $160 free shipping from AEM's ebay store. one of the best buys I've done for my car so far. "all my others are just cosmetic"
 
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 06:58 PM
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ditch youe exhaust idea. get a cam(s) upgrade. Much better power than a exhaust
 
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Old Mar 15, 2011 | 08:32 PM
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Thinking about doing this to my 2002 accord ex. Is it worth the money?
 
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Old Mar 15, 2011 | 09:58 PM
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depends on how you look at it if it’s worth the money.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2011 | 09:29 PM
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Originally Posted by g22cd5
ditch youe exhaust idea. get a cam(s) upgrade. Much better power than a exhaust
what kinda prices are involved with a cam upgrade? i know they arnt cheap, but ball parking? and i agree, loud cars arnt good for speed, just sound.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2011 | 04:10 PM
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you can get a delta re-grind for like 120 plus ship
 
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Old Apr 9, 2011 | 07:08 PM
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ya but when u change a cam dont u have to change the lifters and valve springs?
 
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