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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 04:44 AM
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What's with the horn, man?

Every time I hear the horn on these things, I can't help but let out this little "meep" out of my mouth, almost like a reflex.

What do you all think about it (the horn, not the reflex)?
 

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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 04:51 AM
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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 05:18 AM
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haha i agree, its a lame horn, i bet no one will notice if you honk!
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by aznwizkidz
haha i agree, its a lame horn, i bet no one will notice if you honk!

lol i honked at someone yesterday and i don't think anyone
noticed me at all. very dinky.
but i am thinking of beefing it up though.

has anyone done this on a fit and what kind of horn
did you use? don't want to over due it.
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 12:04 PM
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Many people have changed out their horns- use the "search" button......
Also, check out Wolo "Bad Boy" horns, loud and not expensive- $20-30.00.
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 12:05 PM
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I got the Hella horns. They are ****ing loud and will vibrate the frame of your car. I had people jump from their seats when I honk >:]
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 12:18 PM
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Originally Posted by manxman
Many people have changed out their horns- use the "search" button......
Also, check out Wolo "Bad Boy" horns, loud and not expensive- $20-30.00.
just makin sure,

eBay Motors: Wolo Bad Boy Model 419 Dual Tone Air Horn 118db (item 320297151807 end time Sep-15-08 18:37:07 PDT)

that one right?
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 12:27 PM
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I have not heard the horn in the '09 but from what is described it sounds like a similar horn to what was in my '90 Corrola. After being unheard, unseen and almost hit by multiple large trucks I decided it was time for an upgrade.

Super simple, super cheap: First, find out what type of connection the current horn has. The, go to your local Auto Wrecker and find a large truck with similar connection. Rip it out, pay your 5 bucks and slap it the Fit. Presto! Instant horn up grade.
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 12:32 PM
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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 12:35 PM
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does the 09 honr sound similar to the 07-08 horns or are they completely different.
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 01:00 PM
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does the 09 honr sound similar to the 07-08 horns or are they completely different.
they sound different - - wimpy - - I might need to change
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 02:28 PM
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I want to change my 09 horn but I don't want a loud truck horn. If I can take say an 08 Accord or RSX duel note horn that would be great. I don't have experience in taking off bumpers and dealing with electronics, so if someone here who has done a horn change on a Fit, please chime in.
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 02:35 PM
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I actually prefer the Fit's horn over the Civic's horn. ^_^

Reminds me of a video I saw...
YouTube - Scaring People With A Train Horn - http://AirHornKits.com
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 02:50 PM
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Honking only causes road rage, ive yet to honk once.
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 03:00 PM
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Kevin,
The eBay vendor in your link is ONE source, but that one appears to be used. Look at the Wolo web site- many choices within the price range that I posted. You can buy Wolo horns at Discount Hunting Gear, Discount Hunting Boots, Discount Shoes, Discount Ammunition, Discount Ammo, Discount Boots, Military Surplus, Outdoor Gear At the Sportsman's Guide, jcwhitney.com, and many other retailers.

Another member mentioned Hella horns- another good choice. But how loud is loud? You can't know until you hear it on your car. Whatever you buy you won't be risking much money, but you will be risking some- you might not like the noise level if you pick wrong.

Taking off the bumper is no big deal- it's easy (at least from the perspective of a USDM 1st. gen. owner). Again, use "search" to find that on 1st. gen. Fits, it is easier to remove the passenger side fog light to get to the stock horn for R&R. Wolo and Hella have a hot lead and ground lead. If the new horn does not have matching connectors, just splice in the new wires.
 

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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 03:12 PM
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i rock this and install on alot of people in my area..
Black Finish 4 Horn Kit & 2.0 Gallon Tank/Compressor Combo
and these are ridiculous
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 03:17 PM
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if anyone is interested in the wolo horn i can get them for about 50 bucks.
its the badboy
AIR HORNS
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 03:51 PM
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haha ask jerome about his air horns (borijdmgd3) and ray lol
 
Old Sep 14, 2008 | 05:41 PM
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LOL! The horn on the Fit is just on the wimpy side. I hate to blow it all because no one will even notice.

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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by AtticusFit
if anyone is interested in the wolo horn i can get them for about 50 bucks.
its the badboy
AIR HORNS
Actually, I like it. It's just like a Ferrari 355's horn. I would buy it from you but I have to do some research first.
 



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