I bought a 2013 SI with 19k miles on it, and within the first two weeks of owning it one of the V Tec rockers slipped on the cam shaft and seized up the head. Fortunately it was under factory warranty and they replaced the entire head. Had it for 8 years now, several mods later, and not one single issue with it ever since.
I have a 2013 Honda Civic si as well with no navigation. Was wondering, you think it’s possible to install the insert for a touch screen radio? The dash came carbon fiber stock
it's a miracle so many cars can leave the factory without major problems, good on them for fixing it right and standing behind their product (god knows kia, chrysler and gm will find any reason not to)
Daddy Joshh no non really only thing was the infamous throw out bearing noise everyone gets but that hasn’t been the biggest deal it’s just noisy car has been super reliable. My specific one was modified before I got it because when I went to go look the battery was relocated farther down in the engine in missing fender liner, the car had side skirts, and it had a PRL short ram intake having seen all that I still decided to get the car because I’m mechanically inclined and was positive if anything went wrong I could fix it, so far so far only things I’ve had to do were injector O rings and oil changes, I beat on the car all the time and she stays reliable won’t running good 👌🏽
Had my 13’ si sedan for almost 2 years now still love it as much as day i got it, only have few mods just the injen exhaust and the eibach pro kit then obviously the cosmetics. But if you looking into getting one pull the trigger wont regret it.. and the ticking you here is our injectors firing, them boys loud lol
Great video. Couple months ago I got an 8th gen and had it for two weeks, then someone crashed into me and totaled it. I got a nice insurance check and was able to get my 2014 Si. Both generations have their ups and downs and not sure which gen I like better, but I do love my 9th gen and I'll be sticking with it for now. I definitely second with you about a failing battery causing weird issues. On my way home from picking up the car right when I got it, a few minutes apart from each other "Check starter system" and "Check DRL system" messages came up. The next morning the battery was dead. I jump started the car and the iMID screen would not come on for the life of me after that. I wish I saw this video before I got the car and maybe I wouldn't have been as sick to my stomach during all that lol. Needless to say I got a new battery that afternoon and the iMID screen came back on and haven't had a weird message come up ever since.
Honda undersized their batteries and they can’t keep up with modern electronics. Add in aftermarket alarm system or remote start and cold weather you’ll burn through batteries every year.
Do these motors ever develop head gasket problems? I currently own a 7th generation 5 speed EX & they gave me hard time with HG. Appreciate the insight!
Got my 2015 in 2017 with only 15K mi. stock. Did exactly what you said..replaced trani, engine, radiator fluids. It has been running perfect as my commuter.
Do these motors ever develop head gasket problems/oil leaks? I currently own a 7th generation 5 speed EX & they gave me hard time with HG. Appreciate the insight!
@@dbzownz12345 Head gasket no, you'll probably wear out the timing/head/ pistons before the head gasket. Oil leaks are most common on the valve cover and vtec solenoid but are usually cosmetic in nature. Unless you leave it for years run and don't check your oil lol
@@joemaggio6806 Apperciate the insight! I've been paranoid with Honda engines cause my bad experience owning a d series engine. Purchased those HG block testers and continue to bring them to almost every car purchase. Glad the K series doesn't have this issue.
I've had my 2014 Si for 10 years, 115k+ now, I've got a lot of what's you said but I'm the only owner and haven't touched anything but the exhaust, have all the maintenance done at the dealership since we have a good working relationship. So just something to keep in mind, some of the parts, especially in the 12-13 Siwere just cheap plastics that easily broke. All in all good info. Keep up the good work!
I just bought a 2012 si sedan and love it! The only thing that’s annoying is the throw out bearing is making a noise when i take off on a hill but the clutch is still fine so ima wait until the clutch goes and replace the whole assembly. Other than that, thing is super clean and stock. The rev hang is kind of annoying too but honestly, you can never go wrong with a K series :)
Kreative Culture same problem here when I bought it. The throw out bearing is more noticeable when in 1 st gear. Other than that it’s fine. $1200 from dealership to replace.
I’m happy with my 9th gen, and yes once you buy it used it’s time to change the importance first, i.e. air filter, spark plugs, breaks and oils are a must.
Do these motors ever develop head gasket problems? I currently own a 7th generation 5 speed EX & they gave me hard time with HG. Appreciate the insight!
I been looking for Si's been trying to get rid of my truck and get a Si. But every Si I find around me are mainly at dealers, and they all want dang near 15,000 for them!!!! It's ridiculous. I knew some people that got 2015 models for 15k with 40k miles back in 2016-17, the ones I am looking at have between 101k-130k... I really love civic Si's and want one so bad, it's better on gas and more practical for me. But jeez the inflated prices are just crazy. The ones I am looking at are 12/13 FG4/FB6's with around 100-120k pretty much stock with an exhaust.
Did you ever find one? Its one I'm seriously looking at, a 14 Si sedan with 133k for 14k it's the most reasonable one I've came across for the miles it has
@@MyNameIsCorey I got a 2012 Si coupe for $10,000 with 118k miles, and a carfax so incredibly I couldn’t believe how detailed it was. And it doesn’t have the bad piston rings the 2012’s had, and it was owned by a tech and always serviced at the local Acura dealer to me.
There’s something bout 9th gen civic that really caught my attention. Most probably how it looks. It’s so unique, sleek, simple and sporty at the same time. Planning to get one this year or next year. Any recommendations on what to modify first?
Lower down the car, new rims, new exhaust and then work on the inside of the car then to the engine.. best way to make your car sexy overtime with speed..
One thing I always tell people to check is put it in first with the car on and see it its difficult in any way, same thing with reverse. Odds are the master cylinder for the clutch is bad. Not a terrible fix, but definitely one of the issues that the 9th Gen has is weak ass transmission parts
ive had my car for about a year (si 2012 coupe) and its had that release noise since i got it, i didnt realize as it when i bought it. car has been realiable and hasnt had any issues. it just now reached 125k...
I just got my 2015 si coupe. It has cold air intake, different wheels, front lip, hfp side skirts and was wired for subs. So far no issues with 88,500km but needs short throw ,shifter bushings and hondata to stop rev hang
Do these motors ever develop head gasket problems or oil leaks? I currently own a 7th generation 5 speed EX & they gave me hard time with HG. Appreciate the insight!
My 2014 si has 186,231 miles on it and counting. I have the Orange Fire Pearl sedan. And I use it for Uber and Lyft. It has only one mod. A K&N air filter. Even dealerships will sell a Civic with that filter so it's a very good mod.
Yea copy this guy..and take all his expert advice..like when he says to take off "this fender thing" to look for signs of cold air intake modifications, everything will turn out great
Found mine all stock with 52k miles it was a leased vehicle 😁 2013 si coupe 52k for 13k lowered the price since it was at my work which is a Honda dealership 😄
@@millier8399 I managed to find a mint condition bone stock 12 Si Sedan in the sunburst orange with only 60k on it. Still stock a couple years later, figured somebody will appreciate it in a few years when I go to sell it.
Millie R I just bought a 2012 with 35k on it for 16k. It’s coupe model and untouched as far as mods and work done to it. I can’t wait to start modifications
If you’re looking, try and find the second half of 2012 Civic Si. They’re the lightest and most fun in my humble opinion. Buy it from someone over 40, and works a union job. They tend to blow all kinds of money on their vehicles and even if you pay a little more, you tend to get a better deal with reliability and having the car needing nothing.
I just paid mine off. One thing I can say is horizontal diff. Is weak af. I broke mine ran me 1700$ replacement part. So if you smell a organic burning smell; but all your gears are good check your horizontal differiental as they buried it inside the transmission casing towards the rear in its own sub compartment. Mine was the ball bearings inside broke and grinded to dust heat welding themselves. Of course dealers didn't know shit saying it was my clutch. We didn't figure it out until me and my friend dropped everything. I don't race mine since it's not exciting as sports bikes. It's my cruiser packing heavy sub and sound.
I saw this video when it was new! haha, though back then I was looking for an s2k. I couldn’t find one that wasn’t trashed, so I ended up buying a 2015 fb6 that I found at a honda dealer. Been having a lot of fun ever since!
The vct is just about at agressive as the vtec. Thats why it pulls as early as 3800 rpm all the way to redline. If it dont start pulling at 4k, i would get the cooling system flushed because your vct starts holding back when it gets hot.
Liked the video and been checking out some of your other si videos bro. I’m about to get my 9th gen soon so I’m checking out what to look for nice content man 👍
You have a good idea for a video but you should have talked about 9th gen specific issues or went with a different title you basically just listed everything you should check/do before buying any used car. But despite that you still did a great job by explaining everything well
Also if you're buying one of these listen for a squealing sound when letting out the clutch in first gear. I believe there was a bad batch of throw out bearings that went out from Honda. I've owned three 9th generation honda civic sis and every single one of them had that problem.
Yep mine has the same issue. Doesn’t hurt drivability but its definitely embarrassing to hear. Some forums said the factory clutch itself is the cause of the awful noise.
I just bought a used 12 coupe and same thing but if you lightly feather the clucth you can completely avoid that noise …but I’m starting to think it’s not the throw out bearing because I can press clutch in and out all day long and no noise at all ….only when that clucth is about to grab you hear the squeel and it also has to be a little higher on the revs around 2k I hear it
I just bought one of these a few weeks ago at a Honda dealer in Vermont. Only thing I had to "fix" on it was peel the back window tint the previous owner put on because it wasn't legal in the state I was registering in (Mass) D:
Idk if you’re gonna see this but my car makes some popping noises when idling. Already did plugs and coils but still does it. It has 197k on it and idk what else to do. Checked with a scan tool it shows all cylinders misfire but it’s not a consistent misfire
yoo dope upload. probably going to buy one tomorrow. ive been going back and forth with carmax and so far theyve addressed every issue the car had. i have one more test drive at least and walk around so ill definitely check the things i forgot. thanks for those reminders lol.
Surprisingly that was one of the first things I checked. I’ve had previous experience with leaking sunroofs in VWs. Thanks! Also what tail lights are those? I know you said in a previous video that they were “euro” but I couldn’t find much else. Is that an orange laminate over the oem tails?
I love my 9th gen Si I use to have all kinds of Honda and Acura years ranging from 89-2002 then I just got a 2013 Si and I don’t regret getting it I almost got a k20 but I just went K24 the handling and everything is great this would be one of the best civic Si ever made if it had a little more power or cake with a turbo from factory even with no turbo it’s still making as much power as a 10th gen Si but the only thing is the torque but I know if you turbo a k24z7 you will have more torque then the 1.5 turbo Si
If the rpms raise while the handbreak is engaged, its a bad clutch. When they drop and the car doesnt move, the the car should stall out - rpms drop, This test is pointless if the e break is heavily worn.
Comment if you disagree and like if you agree but the 9th gen si looks way better than the new 10th gen ones, the lights are so UGLY on the 10th gen. And I am going to get a 2015 si soon (Used cuz it is my first car) so this vid and your mod list really helps, thanks bro and sub to the channel rn
It’s a k series it’s cheap if you do the work yourself if the engine blows u can reuse the top end and replace the bottom end with a k24 then you’ll have a k20/k24
Some of u honda guys have me worried I'm looking for a 2015 trying to find something at 15k. I just bought a 2018 audi sq5 for 43k last year I have an 01 is300 as my daily commuter. I want something I can get mid to high 20s on the highway and manual again. These things can be as expensive as replacing audi or jz parts right? Lol
Dont let not knowing how to drive stick stop you from buying a manual, my parents civic had 4 kids learn manual on it and the clutch is nowhere near worn out. It takes learning, yes, but if you see one at a good price dont hesitate to get it just because you dont know manual yet
Thanks for the great advice. I will be shopping for a 2015 or 2014 civic si soon. I will definetley check out the vehicle based on your points, Thanks!!!
The 9th gens can’t jus swap in a new block , a lot of other things you gotta get done.. the only block that you can swap is the k24z3 and that’s your best and only bet. If you going the cheap route.
Love my '13 Taffeta White SI coupe. Just did bc racing coils. Waiting for winter to end to get new wheels. Otherwise just a k&n. Facts on the fluid change. Never know what previous people did. First thing I did was every fluid. Haven't had a single issue.
I am the original owner of my 15 FB6. Kept it mostly bone stock. Just lowered on eibach pro kit & camber kits. 71K miles all original and it isn't even my daily anymore. And you right when they break they are expensive!
I love everything about my 9th gen but the seat rattles and creaks and interior noises make me want to sell it. I’ve done everything I can myself to fix the noises and nothing changed. Anybody else have this problem??
Hey bro, Adjust your valve lashing on your lifters and change your timing chain tensioner. Please head my warning as I’ve owned one since 2012. Your engine sounds exactly like mine and had all kinds of power and ran it’s best right before it let loose and gave me a faulty ignition coil code.....then it proceeded to drop a valve. Stage two clutch max clutch with lightened flywheel, 3 inch downpipe and the 3 inch polished stainless exhaust is probably some of the best mods you can do.....as well as either putting the factory air box back in with a k&n air filter (it’s loud don’t worry) or putting a cold air intake down by the fog light area....because that set up there actually makes you lose performance over the stock set up, due to the heat you’re sucking in. The timing chains tensioners are known to fail and the valve lashing on the intake side needs to be adjusted for your vehicle. (It’s very common on the 9th gen to need to adjust the intake and not the exhaust) 0.008 IS THE MAXIMUM YOUR GAP SHOULD BE.....THE MAXIMUM they come from the factory at a clearance of .0015 to 0.003 thousands of an inch. (I’m in Canada and my buddy works at the factory) (some guys will tell you that is too tight and when stuff gets hot it swells....well it does, but everything grows together...so you’re fine) Anyway, lmk what you decide, I git a 9th gen build I’m doing on my channel if you wanna see it. It’s gonna be mint when completed.
12’ motors had those problems and bad oil consumption , they made the 14-15 motors better and slightly more reliable .. yes I know know about the intake .. I chose that setup just for noise & i had a skunk2 CAI , sold its because it floods in south Florida .. and the car been maintenance by Honda. Jus sounds a little louder in the video cause of my camera.. it amplifies sounds but I can insure you , the car is perfect. But thanks for writing that bro I’ll definitely heart it so everyone can see
@@zoovie i think it was the rear main seals that were shit on those two years.....i had the same problem for years and found the big oil leak from the rear main....and the consumption never changed. Seriously tho, adjust your intake to .004 at least and do the tensioner at 100,000 miles....its the cheapes insurance you can do. Its 3 bolts to take the insoection plate off, and you can remove and replace it from there (super easy job) I also clean my vtec screen from time to time too....just to keep rverything in tip top shape. ;) Thanks for the love on my comment...
@@zoovie hey brother. I just reviewed these LED lights I got reccomended from jamesthelightguy. He's got some sick lights on review. I bought the ones he suggested and decided to upgrade to the M9's Here's the link in my channel. I got my nitrous kit installed too....I'll have to tag you in an unlisted video so you can view it. Would that be ok? ruclips.net/video/o0kRtE5mu-M/видео.html
Ugh, those Honda dealerships... I brought my 2012 SI coupe to one to get an oil change during a "promotion", and those stupid salesmen won't stop calling me and asking me to sell it. Honda is pulling a stupid move, with ending having manual transmissions in their new cars, and also having those shitty tiny little engines with a turbo, to replace their more powerful 4 cylinder engines. The more complex the engine, the more shit that's going to break down...
If when I go to my maintenance info and my oil life is still good but it says b1 does that mean it needs to be checked right away or just wait until I get the oil changed next?
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I bought a 2013 SI with 19k miles on it, and within the first two weeks of owning it one of the V Tec rockers slipped on the cam shaft and seized up the head. Fortunately it was under factory warranty and they replaced the entire head. Had it for 8 years now, several mods later, and not one single issue with it ever since.
I have a 2013 Honda Civic si as well with no navigation. Was wondering, you think it’s possible to install the insert for a touch screen radio? The dash came carbon fiber stock
Lucky guy
Good thing is boys these motors are cheappppp. Compared to German engines or anything v8.
it's a miracle so many cars can leave the factory without major problems, good on them for fixing it right and standing behind their product (god knows kia, chrysler and gm will find any reason not to)
Hahaha too late I already bought mine now I’m watching this lol
Vick Ramos same af lol
Lol same
Vick Ramos were there any problems
Daddy Joshh no non really only thing was the infamous throw out bearing noise everyone gets but that hasn’t been the biggest deal it’s just noisy car has been super reliable. My specific one was modified before I got it because when I went to go look the battery was relocated farther down in the engine in missing fender liner, the car had side skirts, and it had a PRL short ram intake having seen all that I still decided to get the car because I’m mechanically inclined and was positive if anything went wrong I could fix it, so far so far only things I’ve had to do were injector O rings and oil changes, I beat on the car all the time and she stays reliable won’t running good 👌🏽
Vick Ramos noice did u buy it off someone or from the dealer and what yr do u have
Had my 13’ si sedan for almost 2 years now still love it as much as day i got it, only have few mods just the injen exhaust and the eibach pro kit then obviously the cosmetics. But if you looking into getting one pull the trigger wont regret it.. and the ticking you here is our injectors firing, them boys loud lol
Got mine a few months ago, they're underrated, but I see that as a good thing, they're a lot less common!
Great video. Couple months ago I got an 8th gen and had it for two weeks, then someone crashed into me and totaled it. I got a nice insurance check and was able to get my 2014 Si. Both generations have their ups and downs and not sure which gen I like better, but I do love my 9th gen and I'll be sticking with it for now.
I definitely second with you about a failing battery causing weird issues. On my way home from picking up the car right when I got it, a few minutes apart from each other "Check starter system" and "Check DRL system" messages came up. The next morning the battery was dead. I jump started the car and the iMID screen would not come on for the life of me after that. I wish I saw this video before I got the car and maybe I wouldn't have been as sick to my stomach during all that lol. Needless to say I got a new battery that afternoon and the iMID screen came back on and haven't had a weird message come up ever since.
2.4 > 2.0 and I never even drove the 2.4
Honda undersized their batteries and they can’t keep up with modern electronics. Add in aftermarket alarm system or remote start and cold weather you’ll burn through batteries every year.
Do these motors ever develop head gasket problems? I currently own a 7th generation 5 speed EX & they gave me hard time with HG. Appreciate the insight!
Got my 2015 in 2017 with only 15K mi. stock. Did exactly what you said..replaced trani, engine, radiator fluids. It has been running perfect as my commuter.
@@stevemisfit1 fluids……
Do these motors ever develop head gasket problems/oil leaks? I currently own a 7th generation 5 speed EX & they gave me hard time with HG. Appreciate the insight!
@@dbzownz12345 Head gasket no, you'll probably wear out the timing/head/ pistons before the head gasket. Oil leaks are most common on the valve cover and vtec solenoid but are usually cosmetic in nature. Unless you leave it for years run and don't check your oil lol
@@joemaggio6806 Apperciate the insight! I've been paranoid with Honda engines cause my bad experience owning a d series engine. Purchased those HG block testers and continue to bring them to almost every car purchase. Glad the K series doesn't have this issue.
I've had my 2014 Si for 10 years, 115k+ now, I've got a lot of what's you said but I'm the only owner and haven't touched anything but the exhaust, have all the maintenance done at the dealership since we have a good working relationship. So just something to keep in mind, some of the parts, especially in the 12-13 Siwere just cheap plastics that easily broke. All in all good info. Keep up the good work!
I just bought a 2012 si sedan and love it! The only thing that’s annoying is the throw out bearing is making a noise when i take off on a hill but the clutch is still fine so ima wait until the clutch goes and replace the whole assembly. Other than that, thing is super clean and stock. The rev hang is kind of annoying too but honestly, you can never go wrong with a K series :)
Kreative Culture same problem here when I bought it. The throw out bearing is more noticeable when in 1 st gear. Other than that it’s fine. $1200 from dealership to replace.
Replace when you can your going to get stranded somewhere on day you really need to be somewhere and better just not to worry replace they clutch !
Yup understandable and the b series rev a higher and easier
I’m happy with my 9th gen, and yes once you buy it used it’s time to change the importance first, i.e. air filter, spark plugs, breaks and oils are a must.
Factssss
Do these motors ever develop head gasket problems? I currently own a 7th generation 5 speed EX & they gave me hard time with HG. Appreciate the insight!
@@dbzownz12345Nah, I own a 7th gen too. It's the only gen notorious for those issues, just stay on top of oil changes & ur good
Ive had mine for 5 years now, bone stock 152k on it still strong! great content my dude
I been looking for Si's been trying to get rid of my truck and get a Si. But every Si I find around me are mainly at dealers, and they all want dang near 15,000 for them!!!! It's ridiculous.
I knew some people that got 2015 models for 15k with 40k miles back in 2016-17, the ones I am looking at have between 101k-130k... I really love civic Si's and want one so bad, it's better on gas and more practical for me. But jeez the inflated prices are just crazy. The ones I am looking at are 12/13 FG4/FB6's with around 100-120k pretty much stock with an exhaust.
Did you ever find one? Its one I'm seriously looking at, a 14 Si sedan with 133k for 14k it's the most reasonable one I've came across for the miles it has
@@MyNameIsCorey I got a 2012 Si coupe for $10,000 with 118k miles, and a carfax so incredibly I couldn’t believe how detailed it was.
And it doesn’t have the bad piston rings the 2012’s had, and it was owned by a tech and always serviced at the local Acura dealer to me.
There’s something bout 9th gen civic that really caught my attention. Most probably how it looks. It’s so unique, sleek, simple and sporty at the same time. Planning to get one this year or next year. Any recommendations on what to modify first?
Lower down the car, new rims, new exhaust and then work on the inside of the car then to the engine.. best way to make your car sexy overtime with speed..
100 shot on e85
Keep it cosmetic
Did you get one?
@victoralley708 unfortunately, no 🥲
One thing I always tell people to check is put it in first with the car on and see it its difficult in any way, same thing with reverse. Odds are the master cylinder for the clutch is bad. Not a terrible fix, but definitely one of the issues that the 9th Gen has is weak ass transmission parts
You didn't mention 1. Clutch release noise. (throwout bearing) 2. cold start up grind (VTC actuator) **fixes. 1. Replace throwout bearing/clutch 2. Replace VTC actuator or change oil weight.
Ivan Chacon usually those problems are from cars up north ... I never heard anyone complain about that things where I live but I definitely agree
Yeah, dealers up north will try to hide the vtc grind by warming up the car before hand as well.
ive had my car for about a year (si 2012 coupe) and its had that release noise since i got it, i didnt realize as it when i bought it. car has been realiable and hasnt had any issues. it just now reached 125k...
I just got my 2015 si coupe. It has cold air intake, different wheels, front lip, hfp side skirts and was wired for subs. So far no issues with 88,500km but needs short throw ,shifter bushings and hondata to stop rev hang
Do these motors ever develop head gasket problems or oil leaks? I currently own a 7th generation 5 speed EX & they gave me hard time with HG. Appreciate the insight!
Guys change your Blinker fluid too 👍🏽
My 2014 si has 186,231 miles on it and counting. I have the Orange Fire Pearl sedan. And I use it for Uber and Lyft. It has only one mod. A K&N air filter. Even dealerships will sell a Civic with that filter so it's a very good mod.
8:10 he forgot blinker fluid😂
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Absolutely love the build man! I have a red coupe... Getting inspired to copy some of your mods! Great videos homie.
Thanks bro 🙏🏽
Yea copy this guy..and take all his expert advice..like when he says to take off "this fender thing" to look for signs of cold air intake modifications, everything will turn out great
It’s just mods John😂
Found mine all stock with 52k miles it was a leased vehicle 😁 2013 si coupe 52k for 13k lowered the price since it was at my work which is a Honda dealership 😄
😭😭 congratulations bro
I know!! So hard to find a 9th gen that hasn't been abused 😭
@@millier8399 I managed to find a mint condition bone stock 12 Si Sedan in the sunburst orange with only 60k on it. Still stock a couple years later, figured somebody will appreciate it in a few years when I go to sell it.
Millie R I just bought a 2012 with 35k on it for 16k. It’s coupe model and untouched as far as mods and work done to it. I can’t wait to start modifications
Found mine bone stock also, 36k and was also a leased vehicle 😂 2012 si sedan black pearl. Got it for 14k in 2017!
That dave chappelle shit had me dead 💀💀
nice vid bro recently blew up my 10th gen si looking to get back into a k series
When I cop my car, I’ll have you come with to inspect it. 🤣
Ben Augustin 😂😂😂 bet
If you’re looking, try and find the second half of 2012 Civic Si. They’re the lightest and most fun in my humble opinion.
Buy it from someone over 40, and works a union job. They tend to blow all kinds of money on their vehicles and even if you pay a little more, you tend to get a better deal with reliability and having the car needing nothing.
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When I got mine , my trunk button on the trunk didn’t work, had to fix it myself. Lol “ 14/15 specific “
Dang that must of sucked lol
I just paid mine off. One thing I can say is horizontal diff. Is weak af. I broke mine ran me 1700$ replacement part. So if you smell a organic burning smell; but all your gears are good check your horizontal differiental as they buried it inside the transmission casing towards the rear in its own sub compartment. Mine was the ball bearings inside broke and grinded to dust heat welding themselves. Of course dealers didn't know shit saying it was my clutch. We didn't figure it out until me and my friend dropped everything. I don't race mine since it's not exciting as sports bikes. It's my cruiser packing heavy sub and sound.
I saw this video when it was new! haha, though back then I was looking for an s2k. I couldn’t find one that wasn’t trashed, so I ended up buying a 2015 fb6 that I found at a honda dealer. Been having a lot of fun ever since!
The vct is just about at agressive as the vtec. Thats why it pulls as early as 3800 rpm all the way to redline. If it dont start pulling at 4k, i would get the cooling system flushed because your vct starts holding back when it gets hot.
Liked the video and been checking out some of your other si videos bro. I’m about to get my 9th gen soon so I’m checking out what to look for nice content man 👍
bouta buy one thx for the heads up with the info on the dash!
Any time!
You have a good idea for a video but you should have talked about 9th gen specific issues or went with a different title you basically just listed everything you should check/do before buying any used car. But despite that you still did a great job by explaining everything well
Also if you're buying one of these listen for a squealing sound when letting out the clutch in first gear. I believe there was a bad batch of throw out bearings that went out from Honda. I've owned three 9th generation honda civic sis and every single one of them had that problem.
Yep mine has the same issue. Doesn’t hurt drivability but its definitely embarrassing to hear. Some forums said the factory clutch itself is the cause of the awful noise.
I just bought a used 12 coupe and same thing but if you lightly feather the clucth you can completely avoid that noise …but I’m starting to think it’s not the throw out bearing because I can press clutch in and out all day long and no noise at all ….only when that clucth is about to grab you hear the squeel and it also has to be a little higher on the revs around 2k I hear it
@@adampimentel5902 I do remember that Honda apparently had a batch of clutches that had bad springs on it that went out on the assembly line.
peak civic styling on 9th gen 👌
Thanks for the pointers!
Dope vid bro MIA in the house 😎🔥
I have a 9th Gen. Civic same color with ACV T transmission it's a great car buyer recommended
I just bought one of these a few weeks ago at a Honda dealer in Vermont. Only thing I had to "fix" on it was peel the back window tint the previous owner put on because it wasn't legal in the state I was registering in (Mass) D:
Congrats bro 💪🏽
Glad I bought mine brand new. Red 2015 coupe si...just paid off with only 25k mi. Good car for my son in 5 yrs.
2012's have an oil consumption issue.. got a 2013 cbp fb6 myself 😎
Smart choice lol
I’ve heard about this, I have a 2012 and have never lose a touch of oil. Maybe I got lucky 🤷🏾♂️
I had my 9th gen civic for 8 years now,never had a single issue, and no oil consumption problems here,
Some of the rear mains were bad....probably installed or made wrong.
Change it and the stock clutch and you’re good
@linksys i think you mean the motor. It's what happened to me.
Idk if you’re gonna see this but my car makes some popping noises when idling. Already did plugs and coils but still does it. It has 197k on it and idk what else to do. Checked with a scan tool it shows all cylinders misfire but it’s not a consistent misfire
@@mikeyjimenezz is your car tuned?
@ it’s all stock other than muffler delete
@ there’s no codes either I was just checking the data
@@zoovie @zoovie
yoo dope upload. probably going to buy one tomorrow. ive been going back and forth with carmax and so far theyve addressed every issue the car had. i have one more test drive at least and walk around so ill definitely check the things i forgot. thanks for those reminders lol.
Check your sunroof for any rust and leaks also bro
Surprisingly that was one of the first things I checked. I’ve had previous experience with leaking sunroofs in VWs. Thanks! Also what tail lights are those? I know you said in a previous video that they were “euro” but I couldn’t find much else. Is that an orange laminate over the oem tails?
Thanks for the vid bro..I'm looking at a 9th gen with 68k miles on it soon . I never owned before hopefully I catch any cover up if any wish me luck!
I love my 9th gen Si I use to have all kinds of Honda and Acura years ranging from 89-2002 then I just got a 2013 Si and I don’t regret getting it I almost got a k20 but I just went K24 the handling and everything is great this would be one of the best civic Si ever made if it had a little more power or cake with a turbo from factory even with no turbo it’s still making as much power as a 10th gen Si but the only thing is the torque but I know if you turbo a k24z7 you will have more torque then the 1.5 turbo Si
If the rpms raise while the handbreak is engaged, its a bad clutch. When they drop and the car doesnt move, the the car should stall out - rpms drop, This test is pointless if the e break is heavily worn.
Comment if you disagree and like if you agree but the 9th gen si looks way better than the new 10th gen ones, the lights are so UGLY on the 10th gen. And I am going to get a 2015 si soon (Used cuz it is my first car) so this vid and your mod list really helps, thanks bro and sub to the channel rn
I got the same rust spot in the sun roof. I the lip on mine was installed wrong by the previous owner
Dude you are extremely smart.
Excellent video. 1st of yours that I’ve seen. Currently own a 10th gen si but want to add a 9th gen to the stable!
Definitely do it
It’s a k series it’s cheap if you do the work yourself if the engine blows u can reuse the top end and replace the bottom end with a k24 then you’ll have a k20/k24
Facts but it can get expensive lol.. the z7 takes a lil more to k20 head swap tho but definitely worth it
Some of u honda guys have me worried I'm looking for a 2015 trying to find something at 15k. I just bought a 2018 audi sq5 for 43k last year I have an 01 is300 as my daily commuter. I want something I can get mid to high 20s on the highway and manual again. These things can be as expensive as replacing audi or jz parts right? Lol
I just bought one stock 2015 with 47kmiles loving it so far waiting on my skunk 2 now
how much did you pay for it if you don’t mind me askin
@@kkelv right now those cars around 18 to 23k that's crazy, I'm going to see one today.
I’m trying to find a stock 09-14 civic si but stock, I just wanna learn manual for now until I feel comfortable spending more money
Dont let not knowing how to drive stick stop you from buying a manual, my parents civic had 4 kids learn manual on it and the clutch is nowhere near worn out. It takes learning, yes, but if you see one at a good price dont hesitate to get it just because you dont know manual yet
Great video and advise, thanks for the tips.
who the fuck wear’s socks with flip flops lmao 😂😂😂
I saw a 2011 that had the battery clear back on the firewall and the intake facing the tire. It's like no on the sale
Thanks for the video. Im considering a si
Just bought a 13 si coupe 4 days ago so far I love it pervious owner had subs an thats about it
My plastic shit on the driver side broke too and I didn’t even do anything to it.
You didn’t mention how your back Gonna feel like it’s been blown out by an sore every night for 6 months straight, but yenno it do be fun
Where did u get that suede steering wheel cover? Looks good man !
Check my video out on my channel
My clips been remove by my Honda dealership with the plastic loose. Took 4 hours for a oil change.
That’s crazy smh .. that’s why I do everything myself now
Thanks for the great advice. I will be shopping for a 2015 or 2014 civic si soon. I will definetley check out the vehicle based on your points, Thanks!!!
Do these motors ever develop head gasket problems? I currently own a 7th generation & they gave me hard time with HG. Appreciate the insight!
No. The motor is very healthy
K20 and k24 longblocks go for $400-500 all day here in Ga
The 9th gens can’t jus swap in a new block , a lot of other things you gotta get done.. the only block that you can swap is the k24z3 and that’s your best and only bet. If you going the cheap route.
Down here, k24z7 long locks are expensive... unless you get the k24z3
Love my '13 Taffeta White SI coupe. Just did bc racing coils. Waiting for winter to end to get new wheels. Otherwise just a k&n.
Facts on the fluid change. Never know what previous people did. First thing I did was every fluid. Haven't had a single issue.
I am the original owner of my 15 FB6. Kept it mostly bone stock. Just lowered on eibach pro kit & camber kits. 71K miles all original and it isn't even my daily anymore. And you right when they break they are expensive!
I have a 2012 Honda Civic si pulled it out the lot with 0 miles currently 73k miles Full bolt on and tune and 70 shot of nitrous pushing 265whp..
Has not broke yet after a year or so with the nitrous set up
Love the build bro 🔥
I love everything about my 9th gen but the seat rattles and creaks and interior noises make me want to sell it. I’ve done everything I can myself to fix the noises and nothing changed. Anybody else have this problem??
awesome video. thank you for helping out a ton of us :)
Hey bro,
Adjust your valve lashing on your lifters and change your timing chain tensioner.
Please head my warning as I’ve owned one since 2012. Your engine sounds exactly like mine and had all kinds of power and ran it’s best right before it let loose and gave me a faulty ignition coil code.....then it proceeded to drop a valve.
Stage two clutch max clutch with lightened flywheel, 3 inch downpipe and the 3 inch polished stainless exhaust is probably some of the best mods you can do.....as well as either putting the factory air box back in with a k&n air filter (it’s loud don’t worry) or putting a cold air intake down by the fog light area....because that set up there actually makes you lose performance over the stock set up, due to the heat you’re sucking in.
The timing chains tensioners are known to fail and the valve lashing on the intake side needs to be adjusted for your vehicle. (It’s very common on the 9th gen to need to adjust the intake and not the exhaust)
0.008 IS THE MAXIMUM YOUR GAP SHOULD BE.....THE MAXIMUM they come from the factory at a clearance of .0015 to 0.003 thousands of an inch. (I’m in Canada and my buddy works at the factory) (some guys will tell you that is too tight and when stuff gets hot it swells....well it does, but everything grows together...so you’re fine)
Anyway, lmk what you decide, I git a 9th gen build I’m doing on my channel if you wanna see it. It’s gonna be mint when completed.
12’ motors had those problems and bad oil consumption , they made the 14-15 motors better and slightly more reliable .. yes I know know about the intake .. I chose that setup just for noise & i had a skunk2 CAI , sold its because it floods in south Florida .. and the car been maintenance by Honda. Jus sounds a little louder in the video cause of my camera.. it amplifies sounds but I can insure you , the car is perfect. But thanks for writing that bro I’ll definitely heart it so everyone can see
@@zoovie i think it was the rear main seals that were shit on those two years.....i had the same problem for years and found the big oil leak from the rear main....and the consumption never changed.
Seriously tho, adjust your intake to .004 at least and do the tensioner at 100,000 miles....its the cheapes insurance you can do. Its 3 bolts to take the insoection plate off, and you can remove and replace it from there (super easy job)
I also clean my vtec screen from time to time too....just to keep rverything in tip top shape. ;)
Thanks for the love on my comment...
I’ll definitely look at doing it soon thanks bro
@@zoovie hey brother. I just reviewed these LED lights I got reccomended from jamesthelightguy. He's got some sick lights on review. I bought the ones he suggested and decided to upgrade to the M9's
Here's the link in my channel.
I got my nitrous kit installed too....I'll have to tag you in an unlisted video so you can view it.
Would that be ok?
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My boy had a stock 9th gen besides exhaust n u cant hear vtec at all bro, especially since its only for 1k rpm before redline
Very informative, thank you.
Hondas when the batteries dies "FUCKKK PANIC PANIC!"
Thank you for the video bro now i have 10th. Gen si. With oil dilution problems all 1.5 L engine Question what tipe of cam are you using
Windshield washer fluid change??? How bout the blinker fluids?
Yeah your car is clean boy,wish you dropped this video a while ago but I got a good one,love the car,i got the coupe tho
Hey bro Zoovie where did you get your red Honda emblems?
just bought a 2013 coupe with the older analog type radio will the stock touchscreen radio from the 14-15 fit in the 2013????
7:22 I hate being a victim to this 😖
I’m going to get a 2015 civic si tomorrow trading in my accord sport
Ayyy that’s dope bro !
@@zoovie do you have any mods on you’re vehicle?
Go through my channel
this was a solid video. cheers m8
Thanks bro 🙏🏽
Funny, i bash on mine alot. That torque spins tires. 3 sets in 2 years. Tax return.
Ugh, those Honda dealerships... I brought my 2012 SI coupe to one to get an oil change during a "promotion", and those stupid salesmen won't stop calling me and asking me to sell it. Honda is pulling a stupid move, with ending having manual transmissions in their new cars, and also having those shitty tiny little engines with a turbo, to replace their more powerful 4 cylinder engines. The more complex the engine, the more shit that's going to break down...
I like your steering wheel. Where did you get it?!
Custom made from mewantcustom
It’s a suede wrap
Just subbed👌🏽 came from zosh video
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Are you from miami 🤔 btw I love the blue on your civic
@1:45 BOY THAT RIGHT KNEE ASHY AF
Put sum coco butter on the bi bro bro hahaha 😂 dope video man
Dude great video, I love my 9th G Si.
Thanks bro
2014 civic Si Black FB6
planning to buy a 9th gen as my first car!!!
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If the lights start going bad then the car was hit before. How I know? Because I did it to my car LOL
Great video, very helpful! Thank you
I’m buying from a dealership should I still be worried about this stuff?
Dont forget the "Check charging system" error that loves to pop up at random
Not sure if I’ll get a reply but what is that shift knob called and where did you get it?
Likewise Daytona Shift Knob
@@zoovie THank you so much for the reply!
Aye bro where’d u get that little black lip thing that is on ur spoiler?
Yeah that si blue fye
My throw bearing started sqwacking taking off in first at 100k
Mine too, did you already replace the clutch and throw out bearing?
I got mine brand new in 2015 out the lot
Best way to get it
How much should a 2014 civic si coupe with about 100k miles cost? I'm waiting for the used car price hike to end at the moment
Depends on the condition & where you live
@@zoovie that would be Ohio
Yo what’s that lip he had on his spoiler I want one like that
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I just have the lx model lol still love it either way
If when I go to my maintenance info and my oil life is still good but it says b1 does that mean it needs to be checked right away or just wait until I get the oil changed next?
Just have to change it soon once it hit certain mileage, then you change the oil and don't forget to change the oil filter too of course 😉👍