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i have a 2001 Acura CL-Type S, im kinda in a budget so i was looking for a cheap way to add a little bit of HP. any body have any suggestions? thanks.

The cheapest thing you can do is to add an aftermarket cold air induction system. I believe AEM offers two versions for your car, both their standard CAI system for somewhere in the high $2xx.xx range, and also a V2 version that adds a bit more power. In either case & from whatever manufacturer you buy from, you should see an honest 10 or so extra wheel horsepower. Additionally, you could install a catback exhaust system, however this item will cost you roughly a grand or so, and you'll see ~ 7+ whp gains. Generally, opening up the intake & exhaust flow via these two items is how most folks go when they want some added performance w/o breaking the bank or doing internal engine modifications.

Headers are one of the best upgrades along w/ intake system. Since the Type S has a low restriction exhaust system, it will make more sense to invest in a header and intake system.