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Old Jun 23, 2008 | 08:17 AM
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I just picked up a 94 civic ex 2door coupe, and it needed quite a bit of maintenance. So far, I've replaced:

Timing Belt
Water Pump
AC Condenser
2x Axels
all 3 accessory belts
spark plugs & wires
engine mounts
alternator
brake pads & rotors
4x tires

The car runs great, and i'm getting it professionally painted at the moment.

I am just using it for a commuter car, any suggestions on increasing mpg's? or any other major parts that should be replaced at 150k miles, that I did not?
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Old Jun 23, 2008 | 08:56 AM
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fuel filter!!!!
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Old Jun 23, 2008 | 08:10 PM
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Put about 2-3 extra psi of air in the tires for less rolling resistance.
Lighten up the car (remove unnecessary items).
Get a lightweight battery
Lighter wheels
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Old Jun 24, 2008 | 04:39 AM
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Fuel filter, good call...

Yeah, I was thinking of getting different rims, what would be a good idea for size? Or should I just get like a set of VX rims or something?
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Old Jun 24, 2008 | 05:57 AM
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Is it worth it to get the VX rims, they are only 13''... but will it help?
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Old Jun 24, 2008 | 09:00 AM
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thermostat. If it is stuck open your MPG will suffer, especially when it is cold out.
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Old Jun 25, 2008 | 06:12 AM
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Glad I caught this thread, I myself am doing work on a 92' civic. Just had the brake calipers replaced. I'll also be replacing a Omni Power adjustable damping full body coilover thats busted on the front passenger side. I think Omni will sell me a replacement, I hope. Didn't think of the fuel filter until I saw this, so I'll put that on my next list of item to replace. Any suggestions for a good fuel filter?
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