A D-Series Honda Civic with an intake, exhaust, and header is the textbook example of cheap Civic fun! So today we install a DC Sports Ceramic One-Piece Header to see if the butt dyno notices a difference! VTEC Engaged!
The year is 2021 and we are still installing headers on D-Series Honda’s. Life is GOOD! haha! Installing a header on a Civic is nothing new to the world, but does it really make a difference? To find out I teamed up with DC Sports to install a One-Piece 4-2-1 Ceramic Header on my D16Y8. As a kid, I remember installing my first DC header on my D16Y7 (non vtec) along with intake an exhaust. However, it’s been so long that I forgot what that actually felt like. So this time around on my SOHC Vtec motor, I wanted to see if the addition of Vtec was more noticeable with a header. To my suprise, it did make a subtle (but noticeable) difference in power and sound. My Yonaka Catback exhaust produces a deeper growl and my crossover is much more noticeable!
Now I know many of you are wondering, Anthony why are you continuing to modify the D16 motor? Well, as much as I would love to swap the car TODAY, I’m trying to make the most of the motor while it’s in the car and make content that’s most relatable to YOU! In the meantime, I’m going to enjoy 40 mpg’s and plan out exactly what I want to do. All good things come with time right? Anyway, Thank you to DC Sports for letting me relive a bit of my youth and beautifying my engine bay!
For more information about DC Sports, click the link below! Use code ALLDAY15 to save 15% on any order placed through the site!
https://dcsports.com/
Other helpful items for the install!
OEM Honda Civic Exhaust Manifold Gasket: https://amzn.to/3aOsBmh
O2 Sensor Socket Attachment: https://amzn.to/3p4tht2
Ratcheting Wrench Set: https://amzn.to/36ZNg5U
Thanks for watching!
– ALLDAYANTHONY
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4-2-1 or 4-1?! There is some slightly incorrect information when I’m explaining the header design. This particular header is a 4-2-1 with a one piece design versus the old model 2 piece style 4-2-1. There is ALSO a 4-1 design that wasn’t available at the time I ordered this one. I hate putting out incorrect information so just wanted to clear it up that this is a traditional 4-2-1. I guess my eyes and brain just weren’t working that day. Regardless, enjoy the video!
I have a b18 . You advice me 4-2-1 ?
Would this manifold work on my 1999 d16y7 dx hatchback?
You need just box gear s20 😉
I just found these Civic Vlogs you've done here and it's so much motivation for me on my 95 Civic
I know this is and older video of yours, but I was wonder cold air intake you have
I was wondering which model DC Header is this and I don't think it got mentioned on the video? I am looking to put a DC header on a DOHC D16A8 engine that is mounted in a 91 Civic Si and trying to find out the closest model I can get. Any help would be great
I love my 98 Honda Dx sedan and everything you say about why you love them I feel it even with no vetch it’s so slow but it’s so much fun mines always clean and I’m keeping it tasteful trying to follow your footstep love the content
You only have one O2 sensor? I have 2. Is there a bung for 2-o2 sensors on this?
Can someone help me clarify what is the difference between the HHC5613 vs HHC5504? Which model does@ALLDAYANTHONY has in this video?