Sleeper Build

[Screech`:)]

Welp this is my first swap ever. I wanted to do this to learn something new and to be able to drive and have some fun at the same time. My plans for the car are to eventually get into some road racing. I had a great amount of help from Nate, Kyle, and Ben (hondaboy4life). I probably would not have been motivated enough to finish if it were not for them.

I ran into a couple of problems on the way, so I figured I would post this up to help others. I usually don't do this kind of thing, but thought it would be a good idea to post this thread. I'll let the pics speak for me. I basically just have a completely stock dx that I swapped a j32a2 manual into. Stock everything until I get some money.

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/EgRaceCar0014.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/EgRaceCar0042-1.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/EgRaceCar031-1.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/EgRaceCar0332.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/VIR2010074-1.jpg

I had to store my motor until I got a garage. Thanks a ton Ben.

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/28706_1293896587129_1221720149_30789697_1454532_n-Copy.jpg

I had some trouble with the tranny mount. I barely drilled one of the holes crooked. I would be very careful when drilling the holes in the tranny. It caused me alot of extra unnecessary work. I ended up having to move the spacer on the mount.

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter066-1.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter067.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter068-1.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter069-1.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter070-1.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Mount011.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Mount007.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Mount013.jpg

The water temp sensor was then installed.

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter057-Copy.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter060-Copy.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter028-Copy.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter029-Copy.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter013.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter007-Copy.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Shifter014.jpg

The motor went in pretty easily once the alternator and rear mount was removed. I chose to go in through the top and it wasn't bad at all.

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Mount016-Copy.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Mount018.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Mount019-Copy.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Mount020-Copy.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/MotorSwaps002-Copy.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/MotorSwaps008-Copy.jpg

I used the stock cl-s shifter calbes. Once they were hooked up to the tranny we noticed a problem with the left to right throw cable. The front to back throw was perfect. The left to right throw cable was 5/8" too short, so I welded in a 1/4" diameter 5/8" long spacer so that I wouldn't have to buy new cables. Shifting feels really good now.

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/EngineStarted018.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/EngineStarted020.jpg

The radiator was a tight fit.

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/EngineStarted005.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/EngineStarted004.jpg

I'm using RPM's conversion harness. I was missing the wiring diagram for some of the loose wires, but Don was very nice about everything and sent it to me promptly.

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Mount026-Copy.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Finished019.jpg

I have about 3 inches of ground clearance.

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Finished018.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Finished016.jpg

For the accessory belt I'm using a 425K6. I had to go through 3 different belts before I found the right one.

The whole swap took alot longer than I thought it would. I am still trying to get the hood fixed and install the exhaust. Here is the finished product:

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Mount024.jpg

Haha just kidding.

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Finished012.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Finished014.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Finished006.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Finished005.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/EngineStarted041.jpg

http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv112/Screech88/Finished012.jpg

There is still a good bit of stuff I would like to fix and do to the car. Exhaust, Intake, hood, new wheels/tires, and suspension are next on the list. Hope you enjoy!

Kevin

[RMXmitch]

I'm very interested in your shifter cable issue..

my left to right feels WAY more stiff than my buddies K20 setup..

Wondering if the extension will fix that?

[RPM SYSTEMS]

good work . i would do something about the drivers side mount . that to bolt setup will come lose on you .

[Screech`:)]

RMXmitch

I unbolted the end of the cable from the bottom of the hybrid shifter and when the motor was in nuetral the cable was 5/8" too short. After extending it, the holes lined right up and everything felt fine.

RPM Systems

What would you do differently to the tranny mount? Lock washers perhaps? I don't have anything on it besides regular washers.

[splat]

Looks like a good build so far, keep up the good work.

[Famous87]

Wow Kevin, that swap looks like it was "DUN RIGHT!".

[Screech`:)]

haha. ye it was thanks to you.

[jdmmaster19]

i actually like that your car is really stock, probably going that route myself, nice build:)