This is a thread for people who are having ongoing issues and a repository of information.
A list of resolved issues may be added as time goes and/or a list to other threads that may be of help for any issues you may have.
If your issue is not listed, or is not resolved in just a few post, then please make a new thread with as much info on the issue and car in question.
This is not meant to be a debate thread, if you want to debate "mod A" vs. "mod B" or what have you, please make a new thread.
Please note that information within the replies of this thread may be updated/changed as new or useful information becomes available. Also take note that foul language or swearing may be part of some post...
Helpful links:
Throttle Body and idle issues starter. @Gadget329's ongoing idle issues moved to this thread. (To the best of my knowledge, this issue has been resolved by the use of a new/used IAC. Check out Gadget's GSR Log for more info.)
"Will these spark plug wires work?"
Motor swap stuff.
Random misfire throughout rpm range - Moral of the story: Check your spark plugs, if cracked, investigate for an underlying issue.
Power loss troubleshooting
How to check for parasitic draw. - Parasitic draw is where something is using power from the battery even while the car is off. If your battery is dead every morning, check this link out.
Dyno charts with mods - This is a great thread for if you have a specific power goal in mind. Here you'll be able to see what's worked for other people in the past, and have a better idea on what you can do to meet your power goal.
No crank situations (Outside link) - A "no crank situation" is just what it sounds like, the car won't start for one reason or another. -- Credit to @tamboo for linking this in another thread.
Compression testing rundown - Short, sweet, simple. If anyone knows of a good write up, please link it to me!
What to do first? (After buying a new teg)
How to ask for help
What to do if you breakdown
Clutch replacement extras, and what to do in the event of a clutch failure.
FF Squad (FFS TechNet) - A giant listing of helpful ****, give it a look if you can't find anything on our site about what you need. If you still can't find what you need, or need a bit more info, then do make a post so we can hear you out.
Virt dyno vs. real dyno for tuning - If you're wondering if you should trust the virtual dyno print out or not. Short answer, not so much.
Transmission Rebuild info (B-series)
"I just bought a teg! What should I do to check it over?"
Issues others are having:
Vtec doesn't seem to be kicking in - May be getting moved to a new thread if not fixed here.
A list of resolved issues may be added as time goes and/or a list to other threads that may be of help for any issues you may have.
If your issue is not listed, or is not resolved in just a few post, then please make a new thread with as much info on the issue and car in question.
This is not meant to be a debate thread, if you want to debate "mod A" vs. "mod B" or what have you, please make a new thread.
Please note that information within the replies of this thread may be updated/changed as new or useful information becomes available. Also take note that foul language or swearing may be part of some post...
Helpful links:
Throttle Body and idle issues starter. @Gadget329's ongoing idle issues moved to this thread. (To the best of my knowledge, this issue has been resolved by the use of a new/used IAC. Check out Gadget's GSR Log for more info.)
"Will these spark plug wires work?"
Motor swap stuff.
Random misfire throughout rpm range - Moral of the story: Check your spark plugs, if cracked, investigate for an underlying issue.
Power loss troubleshooting
How to check for parasitic draw. - Parasitic draw is where something is using power from the battery even while the car is off. If your battery is dead every morning, check this link out.
Dyno charts with mods - This is a great thread for if you have a specific power goal in mind. Here you'll be able to see what's worked for other people in the past, and have a better idea on what you can do to meet your power goal.
No crank situations (Outside link) - A "no crank situation" is just what it sounds like, the car won't start for one reason or another. -- Credit to @tamboo for linking this in another thread.
Compression testing rundown - Short, sweet, simple. If anyone knows of a good write up, please link it to me!
What to do first? (After buying a new teg)
How to ask for help
What to do if you breakdown
Clutch replacement extras, and what to do in the event of a clutch failure.
FF Squad (FFS TechNet) - A giant listing of helpful ****, give it a look if you can't find anything on our site about what you need. If you still can't find what you need, or need a bit more info, then do make a post so we can hear you out.
Virt dyno vs. real dyno for tuning - If you're wondering if you should trust the virtual dyno print out or not. Short answer, not so much.
Transmission Rebuild info (B-series)
"I just bought a teg! What should I do to check it over?"
Issues others are having:
Vtec doesn't seem to be kicking in - May be getting moved to a new thread if not fixed here.