Rhett Posted January 24, 2012 Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 So I am going to pick up a 1998 Honda Civic EX 2 Door Auto tomorrow. It has 152,xxx with 1.6 What all should I look for? I know of Honda Cancer but what else should I look for? For those Curious I am trading it for my Jeep with 204k and a few minor issues (Tie Rods, AC Selector switch and exhaust leak) for this Civic with a cracked rear bumper and the hood latch needs replaced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangsn95gt Posted January 24, 2012 Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 Make sure the hood latch works :dumb: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhett Posted January 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 Make sure the hood latch works :dumb: Hood Latch= $25 Will be taking Ratchet Strap with me till I get a new latch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangsn95gt Posted January 24, 2012 Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 Hood Latch= $25 Will be taking Ratchet Strap with me till I get a new latch In all seriousness it sounds like a perfect DD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky31186 Posted January 24, 2012 Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 Tbelt, trans service.. Axle back exhaust pipe rusted off yet? Upper ball joints (control arm) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky31186 Posted January 24, 2012 Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 In all seriousness it sounds like a perfect DD I agree. Been looking for one myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benner Posted January 24, 2012 Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 I agree. Been looking for one myself. I love mine so far. Not the fastest or prettiest vehicle on the road but it's a blast to drive. Of course b16a swap and 5 speed helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSXRAntwon Posted January 24, 2012 Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 There isnt much to them, make sure it runs, shifts from gear to gear correctly with no noises and you should be good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TA In Progress Posted January 24, 2012 Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 Cracked exhaust manifolds, (Advance in Pataskala had one in stock), exhaust systems, CV boots/shafts, ball joints, etc. are all pretty common. I just got done doing quite a bit of work on a 97 EX, and it was honestly probably the easiest car I've ever worked on. Did every gasket/seal (including head gasket)on the engine, all hoses, belts, t belt/tensioner/wp, and exhaust manifold and had it done in a couple afternoons. Everything was in stock at the parts store, and all of the parts were pretty inexpensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaSSon Posted January 24, 2012 Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 Cracked exhaust manifolds, (Advance in Pataskala had one in stock), exhaust systems, CV boots/shafts, ball joints, etc. are all pretty common. I just got done doing quite a bit of work on a 97 EX, and it was honestly probably the easiest car I've ever worked on. Did every gasket/seal (including head gasket)on the engine, all hoses, belts, t belt/tensioner/wp, and exhaust manifold and had it done in a couple afternoons. Everything was in stock at the parts store, and all of the parts were pretty inexpensive. GF has a 2000 civic with the split exhaust. She said the original was 1 piece between the manifold and cat. When she had it replaced she said it's now a 2 piece. What exhaust manifold does it need now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhett Posted January 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 Well was supposed to pick it up... Guy just texted me backing out. On the hunt for another :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam1647545489 Posted January 25, 2012 Report Share Posted January 25, 2012 Lets go fuck him up just cause..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TA In Progress Posted January 25, 2012 Report Share Posted January 25, 2012 GF has a 2000 civic with the split exhaust. She said the original was 1 piece between the manifold and cat. When she had it replaced she said it's now a 2 piece. What exhaust manifold does it need now? Mine has a 2 piece setup. A relatively short manifold and then a 2 foot pipe that bolts to the cat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhett Posted January 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2012 Lets go fuck him up just cause..... No shit, I was somewhat pissed I froze my ass off cleaning the jeep last night....:fuuuu: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benner Posted January 25, 2012 Report Share Posted January 25, 2012 That sucks but you'd enjoy a manual more anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miller Posted January 25, 2012 Report Share Posted January 25, 2012 Heard it's got a crate motor in it. Eyes on this guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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