Originally Posted by twixster
Hey, i my aunt is giving me her 1992 Honda Accord Lx Coupe and it is completely stock and i want to know what mods can be done safely and cheaply to increase the performance of this car. It does not have that many miles on the tranny or engine so i don't really want to swap it out, yet. Also i was wondering if anyone could give me an idea as to the stock 0-60 times for this car seeing as how i don't have it yet.
Also, i was wondering what can be done to the out side that would not require it to be repainted (I like the current color). Also, in keeping with the cheap theme (i am currently in college and i don't have a large amount of money to put into this car at the moment) what kind of amp and sub would go well with the Sony CDX-F5705X.
Being in college with money tight, avoid engine mods.
I'd say go with suspension mods from
www.tirerack.com or
www.shox.com
The car will likely need: new shocks, get a cheap set from above and some nice springs like an Eibach or H&R, I wouldn't go too low. You don't really need a Koni adjustable either.
I'd get some upgraded brake pads too like Hawk or Satified Pros, not only is it a maintnence item but it will improve the safty of the car.
Then I'd search for a nice wheel and tire combo.
And lastly if the car hasn't had a serious tune up in a bit, I'd get plugs wires and cap and rotor if needed on this car. Be sure you also don't need a t-belt or any gaskets fixed. It's a waste to mod a car in need of maintence first.
These mods should keep you plenty busy for now.
As for stereo mods Crutchfield is a great start but Ebay can really help you find cheap stereo stuff in not so bad shape if you know exactly what you want especially part no.