Just got myself a new (well, a brand-new '02 leftover) Civic Si.... black and bog-standard (didn't pony up for the side 'bags, but everything else comes standard anyhow, so....). The minivan stuck-in-a-dryer styling leaves something to be desired, and I'm thinking of sticking 17"s on it, but don't have the roads (or $$$, necessarily) for a modest drop (1-1.5"). I've got no intention of showing or draggin' it, if anything I'd want it set up for Auto-X. Having trouble finding any '02-'03 Si resources. Up here in Ohio, this car is about as common as an intelligent blonde, which in part is why I got it (I'd rather not be one of the herd). Can anyone can suggest any sites or anyone who has already begun work on an '02-'03 in earnest? Thanks! :thinking:

 

www.ephatch.com

 

if your going auto-x then a good suspension setup would be my first suggestion
styling wise, 16's look nice on there imo and more then likely lighter then 17's you want
but then its all your decision

 

It's not necessarily overall weight that matters on the wheel. It's the distribution of the weight. A 15lb 16" wheel will out accelerate a 15lb 17" wheel.

I forget the formula but I don't think it's necessary anyways.

 

Thanks for the replies... EPHatch looks to be a decent resources, at least for looking at other people's efforts and giving me ideas. Anyone know of anyone having any success auto-x'ing these things yet? If so, a basic suspension and wheel/tire package guideline would be appreciated. This car is daily transportation driven on pockmarked roads, so we're dealing with relatively mild settings here....

That, and any chips or underhood upgrades that are considered "must do" items?

 

Well, through my readings of several articles on the 2002+ SI, I think I can safely conclude that the stock setup sucks. The majority of the articles say that the tires are to blame. I believe Road & Track.

 

get a stiff suspension for auto-x