1st Generation (GD 01-08) The one that started it all! Generation specific talk and questions here!

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Old Aug 12, 2014 | 02:32 AM
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New GD3 owner here!

Hello, my name is Ryan. I became a new Fit owner one week ago, as I parted ways with my '98 Prelude. With almost 218k and a failing SportShift transmission, I didn't have the time to maintain it anymore as I work 40+ hours each week, and I use my vehicle for client transportation at times (I'm a Direct Support Professional) so I needed something not only more reliable, but roomier. I saw the Fit at a local dealer and fell in love with it, bringing it home later that day! It's a San Marino red 2008 Sport model with 105,000 miles in very good condition and a spotless title, all it needs mechanically is a valve adjustment. So far I'm in absolute love with the Fit, it's' versatility is amazing and everything about it feels top notch for its class, and it's just fun to drive Glad to be a part of the forum!
 
Old Aug 12, 2014 | 03:35 AM
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The valve adjustment won't take much time or effort to do.. If it is missing
consistently at low rpm you might need to replace spark plugs and coils also...
 
Old Aug 13, 2014 | 04:54 PM
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Congratz on the Fit, and the color is Milano Red on the Fit's very similar to San Marino, but yeah.

At 105k I'd be ready for the coils to go out pretty soon. If they haven't been replaced already.
 
Old Aug 14, 2014 | 09:33 PM
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Welcome to FF. Prepare to have some Fit fun!
 
Old Aug 19, 2014 | 11:11 PM
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Thanks guys! I'm confident that the plugs and coils are original, so I planned to also replace those while I'm doing the valve adjustment since I'll be in that area anyway. I'm definitely having a blast with it so far!
 
Old Aug 19, 2014 | 11:23 PM
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Welcome to the Forum. Here's a DIY for the Coils & plugs if you havent figured it out by now. Changing Spark Plugs (L15A VTEC) | Honda Fit DIY
(Sorry its from ANOTHER forum)
You also might search concerning using OEM coils or aftermarket coils.
Good luck!!
 
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