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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    That's entirely possible, but really hard to tell. Hopefully someone will dyno it sometime.

    One thing I was thinking about was replacing the small after-filter resonator to see if that changes anything. It may somehow hold a reserve of air for immediate low-end torque from idle. But that's really a huge shot in the dark.

    I personally don't feel the loss of low end torque, but again it's hard to tell.
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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    I don't have this set up anymore cause I have CAI now but before when I had a civic I've done a similar mod for it and torque is definitely gone, you can really feel it in a civic.
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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    just to get an update? is this mod still ok? I mean, you guys who did it, are you happy with it?
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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    Quote Originally Posted by vblanche View Post
    just to get an update? is this mod still ok? I mean, you guys who did it, are you happy with it?
    Works great on my car. Can't speak for anyone else. Resetting the ECU is key.

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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    also works great on my car , first gear "dead spot "is gone

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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    Incidentally, I've since added another piece to the end with a little cutting with the Dremmel tool.


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    When your mount is SOLID your engine will basically push against it in a way that probably resonates off the frame etc. Every pulse and vibration is no longer absorbed through the mount.. but through the whole chassis instead.

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    Quote Originally Posted by EvilDeadFan View Post
    When your mount is SOLID your engine will basically push against it in a way that probably resonates off the frame etc. Every pulse and vibration is no longer absorbed through the mount.. but through the whole chassis instead.
    Um... where is this coming from? Are you referring to the posts from May? We already established this.

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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    hey skarbro , with this other piece added , any difference ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by blue3 View Post
    hey skarbro , with this other piece added , any difference ?
    In my head, yes. I have to finish cutting it a little better (i.e., bigger cut). It acts like a catcher's mit because the air rushes in the fender from the side of the radiator.

    When I reset the battery after doing this, I couldn't believe how good the throttle response and low end torque was.

    Also, I checked the tubing when we had the bumper off. No issues with moisture at all. And I've driven through some rain storms.

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    How do you reset the ECU? Just unplug the battery or is this a procedure?
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    Quote Originally Posted by rcd001 View Post
    How do you reset the ECU? Just unplug the battery or is this a procedure?
    Disconnect the negative battery terminal for at least 15 minutes.

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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    did u find a slight more mpg?

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    Quote Originally Posted by blue3 View Post
    did u find a slight more mpg?
    Nope.

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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    Hey guys,

    Thanks Scarboro for your guide, and pictures on this mod. Just completed it tonight with a friend. Removed the bumper and the resonator was no problem to get out. Post mod, the engine growls a slight bit more, but probably not significantly enough to be noticed by someone unfamiliar with the car's sound. In the higher revs the sound is definitely smoother and more aggressive. I haven't noticed any drop or gain in power, however the engine does seem a bit more responsive now. Starting the ignition, and take off from stand still do have a bit more growl. I'll post later on the mileage averages once I've got a couple tanks under my belt. Word of advice to anyone trying this take the filter box out through the hood, bolt on the coupler and then reinstall the filter box. It'll save you a lot of frustration trying to get the coupler attached.
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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    a couple times my pvc fell off. the second half , did u guys encounter this ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by blue3 View Post
    a couple times my pvc fell off. the second half , did u guys encounter this ?
    Nope. Mines on tight. I put a little super-glue on the joints as well.

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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    verrrrry interesting...

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    Quote Originally Posted by JaYson View Post
    verrrrry interesting...
    Did you just resurrect an old thread lol

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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    ....maybe...sorry...i wanted to keep it on record so i could come back to it later one day........

    or

    ...it was new to me?

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    Hahhaa no worries, man.

    I believe, unless you connect it right to your factory airbox, it doesn't do anything.

    If you have an SRI, it's better to just remove the factory intake resonator just to free up some weight.

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    Default Re: Intake Resonator replaced (pics inside)

    Once this storm is through I plan on doing this. I may add some mesh or something to replicate a filter just to keep out bugs n such!

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