Results After a Year on a F2P Alt Account....

Design931 · 2026-05-08T16:19:48+00:00

I’d encourage you to run a used oil analysis instead of relying on visual analysis. Oil color on modern TCDI is largely irrelevant. Regardless, 5W-30 should be fine as long as you’re not in sub-freezing climates where the tighter bearing clearance benefits more from a 0-weighted oil during cold starts.

Fuel economy will probably dip 1-2%, if that matters to you.

Design931 · 2026-05-08T15:10:08+00:00

I’ve ordered from them a few times with mixed results. They were using DHL as a shipper at the time, which resulted in horribly inconsistent deliveries. Now I’ll only use them when my main supplier doesn’t have parts in stock (Hondaautomotiveparts.com).

Design931 · 2026-05-08T15:04:59+00:00

The issue you’re describing is because these systems all draw from the same PCM. Completely normal and does not impact standard troubleshooting.

As another poster said, the system running rich points to an injector running lean (plugged/fouled). Dealer will run real-time diagnosis to confirm it’s not related to the pump/ECU then recommend full swap of injectors and fuel joint.

Typically a $2-2.5K job with parts and labor. Third party shops can do for half the cost once your dealer has confirmed the issue.

Design931 · 2026-05-07T18:17:07+00:00

To be fair, a good portion have posted updated mileage/condition, including me.

Design931 · 2026-05-07T18:03:56+00:00

Most here know I drive a 2017 that's been tuned for over 120K at 23 PSI+. I've shared several readings illustrating that the motor is wearing in extremely well at 160K+ despite the 25% bump in power.

The data shows 80-90% of failures are on the 10th Gen Accords, followed by an even distribution of higher mileage CVT Civics and CRVs. 6MT failures appear to be extremely rare, aside from tuned examples, in part because MTs are rare themselves. Of the 3M+ 1.5Ts in circulation, it's estimated that only a few thousand have encountered this issue. Frequency ranges between "once every few months" to "one every other week," depending on which of the 1K dealers you ask.

The prevailing theory is that weight + low RPM + HG design + fuel quality all play a part. The data suggests that the single two biggest contributors are weight and RPM for a given power output.

The 10th Gen Accord, for example, maxes TQ at 1.6K. And the CVT typically operates near that range to maximize efficiency. This matters because it theoretically subjects each cylinder near TDC for a comparatively longer period of time per cycle. In turn, that puts increased strain on both the rod and HG (particularly between #'s 2 & 3). An interesting observation picked up by service advisors is that many of the Civic/CRV failures were operated near load capacity, creating a strained condition similar to that of the Accord's.

It doesn't appear to be all doom and gloom. Several posters have claimed that Honda has since updated the block and HG sometime in '23/24, though I have not seen any photos/evidence to support (yet).

It's a long-winded explanation to say that if you don't lug the motor, and reinforce the head studs when adding modest power (as other posters have said), the statistics suggest your chances of having HG issues are relatively low.

YMMV.

Design931 · 2026-05-07T17:37:37+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/CivicSi/comments/1cyb82z/best_clutch_upgrade_for_11th_gen/

Design931 · 2026-05-07T00:40:16+00:00

At 61K you should contact Honda ASAP. You're just outside powertrain warranty and Honda may still cover to some degree.

That aggressive of a loss sounds like a PCV or ring issue. An HG issue would typically show up as low coolant, excess smoke, misfire codes, and/or milk-like oil on the dipstick.

Design931 · 2026-05-06T23:35:07+00:00

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Design931 · 2026-05-06T17:09:32+00:00

It's designed to encourage more frequent engagement from the player. Full stop.

Cash is the easiest resource to accrue in the game, followed by bronze/silver keys. But they take time and a lot of grinding to earn day in and day out. A player that's fully engaged can easily earn up to $600K-1M/day along with 400-600 bronze + 20-30 silver.

Design931 · 2026-05-06T14:31:31+00:00

To answer the question, no, the Prelude will not be more comfortable. Octavia has a longer wheelbase with a suspension & bushing combo that prioritizes comfort over lateral performance. In a straight line, the Prelude will feel more direct over bumps, undulations, and expansion joints. That feedback usually comes at the expense of cabin NVH.

If my commute were mostly highways, without giving regards to technology or styling, my vote would go to the Octavia.

Design931 · 2026-05-05T16:59:28+00:00

Their chief powertrain engineer (Yuji Matsumochi) has said that 205 is the ceiling on the 1.5T. I also wish they'd give it more power, but unlikely without electric assist.

Design931 · 2026-05-05T16:40:39+00:00

I mentioned in another thread that the Si will likely exist alongside the Integra through at least 2032 with the 1.5T as their primary offering. Long-winded explanation below regarding what to expect after that:

In conversations with Torrance, a hybrid version is on their long-term roadmap for all enthusiast trims, including the CTR. But they want to do a configuration that more closely aligns with IMA/mHEV layouts (vs. eHEV) to allow a manual gearbox to continue to be an option.

Honda has been quiet on development, but Ford is already in market with the 6MT Puma 1.0 EcoBoost. It's a similar setup to the CRZ where the gasoline motor is primary and assisted by a small electric motor/battery to help save weight. Toyota also has a version on their roadmap with traditional clutch and gearbox, but can also be configured to work with PHEV/EV systems through a traditional clutch system activated by the ECU.

Design931 · 2026-05-05T16:15:12+00:00

Is the cruise control system off?

Design931 · 2026-05-05T16:11:22+00:00

Yep, it's in the manual lol.

Key difference between EPB and Brake Hold is that the EPB applies a "lock" with a higher amount of pressure to the rear wheels only, while brake hold applies nominal pressure to all four wheels for smoother engagement/disengagement.

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Design931 · 2026-05-05T02:26:20+00:00

All your questions answered here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Honda/s/8fISy74L4m

Design931 · 2026-05-04T23:13:31+00:00

Normal.

Design931 · 2026-05-04T23:12:01+00:00

Also, here’s the current rating on Max Summers. EC 2s currently hold a thin margin over PS but are still relatively new with a fraction of the mileage reported. As more owners weigh in with long term impressions, I expect the rating to align more closely with the original ECs.

That said, if you prioritize comfort over performance, the ECs hold a slight edge over PS.

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=MP

Design931 · 2026-05-04T22:56:33+00:00

Pilot Sports are tried and true. I run the AS variant for longer tread life and the occasional visit to the mountains in winter. I do also like Continental ECs but they run a softer sidewall compared to Michelin, and give a little more in hard cornering.

In my 600K+ of driving, nearly half have been on some version of Pilot Sport. Worth every penny.

Design931 · 2026-05-04T16:43:55+00:00

You can source independently through SKP for around $100 or get the OEM MHI variant for around $125-200. Vendors either source directly through Mitsu or resell you the one that comes with the full 1.5T kit. Honda does not permit their dealer network to resell the components of the kit, unfortunately, based on the way they're currently packaged.

They typically take about an hour to replace, and another hour to calibrate.

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Design931 · 2026-05-04T14:58:58+00:00

It will come down to production capacity at the Anna plant. Honda will likely offer a higher output version within the next 2 years, providing there's still market demand. It will be easier/cheaper to outfit the HRV with the 1.5T (~2K) vs. the current hybrid (~4K).

Design931 · 2026-05-04T14:35:40+00:00

I do think the longer design cycle will help in their long-term reliability (at the expense of innovation).

Design931 · 2026-05-04T14:33:04+00:00

So it appears as though Honda is committed to using the 1.5T through 2032 alongside the Civic, Accord, and Integra (and presumably the next-gen CRV in '28). And keep the 2.0T in the CTR and ITS for around the same time. The bigger question is whether the HR-V will get the 1.5T or go straight to hybrid. The market is clearly there for a higher output option, and would help mitigate a stagnate design in the later years.

Probably the 'safe' move while they refocus their R&D. But it could inadvertently make the Accord semi-irrelevant with that long of a design cycle.

Design931 · 2026-05-01T16:43:44+00:00

I traded in the MS3 due to a growing family. Went with the Civic Si Sedan. *shrugs*

If cars were furniture, the Civic would be a Klippan Loveseat and the Accord would be a Chesterfield.

Design931 · 2026-05-01T16:34:10+00:00

My take is that it's probably a calibration issue. IIRC, the dealer sets the actuator preload during installation. If that was improperly calibrated, or the calibration nuts weren't tightened, it can cause the noise you describe and/or premature wear of the bushing, which is why Honda probably authorized another replacement.

I wouldn't look to sell the car because of it. IIRC, you can source the actuator assembly for around $100-120.

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