Okay, so check this out, been tinkering with my Civic again, and this time I went all in on some Spoon Sports gear. I’m talking ‘spoon sport japan’ level commitment. Let me walk you through what I did and how it went down.
First off, I started by doing a bunch of research. You know, hitting up forums, watching YouTube vids, the whole nine yards. I wanted to get a solid understanding of what Spoon parts would actually make a difference for my driving style. I mostly do street driving, but I like to hit up the occasional track day, so I was looking for a balance between daily drivability and improved performance.
The Goods:
- Spoon Sports N1 Muffler: This was the first thing I snagged. Always wanted that iconic look and sound.
- Spoon Sports Lowering Springs: Figured a drop would improve handling and, let’s be honest, look cooler.
- Spoon Sports Air Filter: A little extra airflow never hurt anyone, right?
- Spoon Sports Oil Cap: Okay, this one’s mostly for looks, but hey, details matter!
The Install:
I decided to tackle most of the install myself. I’m not a pro mechanic or anything, but I’m pretty handy with a wrench. Plus, YouTube is my best friend.
The muffler was a piece of cake. Unbolted the old one, bolted on the Spoon N1. Took maybe 30 minutes tops. The sound difference was immediately noticeable – deeper, throatier, but not too obnoxious. Perfect!
The lowering springs were a bit more involved. I rented a spring compressor from Autozone (don’t even think about doing this without one!). Followed a YouTube tutorial step-by-step. It took a good part of a Saturday, but I got it done. The drop was exactly what I was hoping for – about an inch lower, which made the car look way more aggressive.
The air filter was another easy one. Just swapped it out for the Spoon filter. Can’t say I noticed a huge difference in performance, but it’s probably helping a little bit.
And finally, the oil cap. Screwed it on. Done. Instant +5 horsepower (just kidding… maybe).
The Results:
After getting everything installed, I took the Civic for a spin. The handling was definitely improved. The car felt more planted in corners, and there was less body roll. The ride was a bit stiffer, but not uncomfortably so. Overall, I was stoked with the results.
The Verdict:
Was it worth it? Yeah, I think so. The Spoon Sports parts definitely added a bit of flair and improved the performance of my Civic. Plus, I had a blast doing the install myself. If you’re thinking about upgrading your car, I’d definitely recommend checking out Spoon Sports. Just be prepared to spend some cash!
What’s Next?
Next up, I’m thinking about getting a Spoon Sports ECU. But that’s a project for another day (and another blog post!). Stay tuned!
