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INJEN78 · 10-09-2008, 06:32 PM

threadjack..sorry andrew..
but terrance why only $250??looks like a damn good job

Andrew · 10-09-2008, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matts96HB

I would look into CP pistons for your rebuild.
From what I have heard, they swell far less. Maybe that would help to eliminate the problem you are talking about?
Unless of course you already had them, then I would be wrong again :P

I've only heard negative reps on CP's. IDK why exactly, but everytime I see it come up in question they get flamed for asking about 'em. IDK for sure though. I need to do a little research on the subject.

But nah, I'm using some forged ones from KMS. along with some H-beam rods.
They don't look too bad either! :::

Overall I'm pretty happy with how they look. It looks like they are in pretty good shape. (btw these pictures were taken right after pulling it out. They are still wet, so what I'm saying is I didn't clean them for the pic.)
I'm not crazy, either. I know that when I did the leakdown, it was bleeding through the crankcase. and YES- it was @ operating temp when I did it...
I'm gonna shop around for some pistons after checking my bore to see if I need to OS some more (like I said, I can step out to .025" and use OEM honda pistons, or I can step up to 76mm w/ another .020" bored out. = .040" total)
I'll plastigauge the mains upon reassembly and see how they check out, but they should be just fine...

Matts96HB · 10-10-2008, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrew

I've only heard negative reps on CP's. IDK why exactly, but everytime I see it come up in question they get flamed for asking about 'em. IDK for sure though. I need to do a little research on the subject.

But nah, I'm using some forged ones from KMS. along with some H-beam rods.
They don't look too bad either! :::

Overall I'm pretty happy with how they look. It looks like they are in pretty good shape. (btw these pictures were taken right after pulling it out. They are still wet, so what I'm saying is I didn't clean them for the pic.)
I'm not crazy, either. I know that when I did the leakdown, it was bleeding through the crankcase. and YES- it was @ operating temp when I did it...
I'm gonna shop around for some pistons after checking my bore to see if I need to OS some more (like I said, I can step out to .025" and use OEM honda pistons, or I can step up to 76mm w/ another .020" bored out. = .040" total)
I'll plastigauge the mains upon reassembly and see how they check out, but they should be just fine...

About the CP's.. thats funny, Kaizenspeed (in Kennewick, WA) swears by CP pistons, and won't put anything else in their builds. They've built some pretty nasty cars, too. IDK, so many opinions, do what you like man. The build has looked pretty good so far anyway

mac_24_seven · 10-14-2008, 01:11 PM

Whats the latest on the D man? When we stickin it back in?

INJEN78 · 10-14-2008, 01:28 PM

i was just going to bump this earlier

Andrew · 10-14-2008, 10:21 PM

Gah. I'm really busy now, unfortunately. I haven't done ANY work to the rex lately. Changed the oil in the daily and thats about it mechanic-wise.

I've got lots of tests to take in the next 2 days then I'll be in St. Augustine this weekend, and then I'm working up in Tennessee for a few weeks... so I'll be MIA for a bit. "It's been a good run, boys..."

mac_24_seven · 10-15-2008, 07:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrew

...and then I'm working up in Tennessee for a few weeks... so I'll be MIA for a bit. "It's been a good run, boys..."

A few weeks!?! Dude, you realize you left no room for the Cruise in there, right?! n00b

Andrew · 10-15-2008, 10:43 AM

Oh yeah. my bad. probably just 1 week. Then the cruise, then back to work. then... blah blah blah.

you get the idea

mac_24_seven · 11-06-2008, 12:41 PM

Figured since Andrew hasnt updated in a while, I would.

He's been working on it.. The D's all apart and whatnot. Kinda low on funds and time at the moment, but hopefully the Rex will be up N running soon.

BrutalB83 · 11-08-2008, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mac_24_seven

Figured since Andrew hasnt updated in a while, I would.

He's been working on it.. The D's all apart and whatnot. Kinda low on funds and time at the moment, but hopefully the Rex will be up N running soon.

eastbxc · 11-08-2008, 04:01 PM

is it me or on the new civic si the oil filter is kind of a pain in the ass to get to?

Andrew · 11-12-2008, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eastbxc

is it me or on the new civic si the oil filter is kind of a pain in the ass to get to?

Yeah it's a pain... Took a little convincing to do it, but it's not tooo bad.
A few of my friends with 06+'s say they changed the filters on a lift (so above their heads), but honestly I think it is/will be easier to do it on the ground on my back. IDK.

Anyway, yeah I'm sorry I haven't kept up with this thread guys. For that matter I haven't been online NEAR as much as before (and I love it! so much extra time....)

As far as the CRX right now:
I pulled the D16 out and tore it apart. I was clearly getting blowby, but found out that KMS actually installed some good rods (H-beam) so I can re-use them confidently.
Terrance had a GSR laying around from his wrecked partout car, so we came to the decision to install that into my CRX for a while, while I rebuild the D. I've still got a couple small things to take care of, but it's 90% done. (setup is just a stock GSR/cable B16 trans nothing special)

I've been in and out of town like mad this entire month. I just got in from New York last night.. Been working pretty hard with my Dad's company, Southgroupinstallation.com

We've also been rebuilding our El Camino more and more. The 93 434 was having a little trouble sitting on the frame w/ the stock oil pan, so we opted to buy a new one made for the 92-previous chassis. Also the headers we in need of change. We were using the ones that came with it (edlebrock shortys) and they were running right into the frame rails. instead of cutting/notching the rails, we bought some Hooker long tubes that were made for BBC's-into-chevelles/caminos. So hopefully that will work.

Sooo, thats the latest!
I'll get my procrastinating butt into work getting some pictures taken and uploaded to share with you guys.

Till then
-Andrew

mac_24_seven · 11-12-2008, 08:57 AM

And he comes clean

GSR CRX w/a B16 tranny = giggity!

Andrew · 11-24-2008, 08:38 AM

I'm still alive! just been busy, like always.
Been doing more work on the rex the past few days. Heres where I'm at.

Checklist until running:
-Get ECU from tuner.
-Figure out if I need to A) get a bung to weld in my exhaust for the o2 or B) talk to my tuner about running it w/o one and tuning it appropriately.

Checklist until driving:
-Radiator hoses. (Don't I use DA hoses? we'll see if those work.)

I need a new bumper!

I should have Ripper-vids soon!

-Andrew

efhondakid · 11-24-2008, 08:43 AM

I used the stock D-series hoses, I had to work them over the B-series water necks as the Bs are bigger, but I havent had a problem with it being like that.

BigZeke5 · 11-24-2008, 11:53 AM

I did the same with the hose. Don't have a problem at all and its been over two years now.

Ryma · 11-28-2008, 06:08 PM

Will you make up your mind on what your going to do....

J/P great thread and good luck with the build.

Andrew · 11-29-2008, 10:37 AM

All in good fun man!
I've had 5 engines in this crx now haha

if terrances ever comes around... I'd like to "do" something to this GSR.

mmmm tubo GSR crx.. yum!

I just don't see it happening. :P

mac_24_seven · 12-01-2008, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrew

I just don't see it happening. :P

QFT. not on my engine buddy, sorry! But it's ok.. Were gonna have a turbo GSR in t3h family this month

mac_24_seven · 01-05-2009, 11:51 AM

An update for t3h Andrew. The GSR runs.. but the dang waterpump went out in it! Go figure.

So it's down yet again

ON the plus side though....Andrew did help me with this...

Before:

After

Not tuned yet, but it will be soon. Couldnt have done it w/out Andrew!

efhondakid · 01-05-2009, 06:45 PM

Nice.

Taco15 · 01-07-2009, 09:49 AM

OMG man you still tinkering with that thing? your wors than a man with 5 ex wifes! i guess thats the only way for you to find the right one.

good luck man. hope one day you can drive this thing for more than a year without tinkering with it.

i've got some crx plans of my own sturring up..... muahhhhhahhhh

Andrew · 01-09-2009, 09:02 PM

Abel! You need to text or call me. I lost your # man. I've been trying to catch up with you!
I lost a lot of motivation on the CRX. I don't plan on selling it or anything. I'm just going to spend some time building a rat rod (latest kick). in the meantime I'd like to get the water pump changed out in it and such. I just have a LOT on my plate nowadays. Mostly only have time to tinker in the shop at Night, and I'm normally too tired from the days work/activities to wanna do anything 'cept chill. You guys know how the story goes...

Taco15 · 01-09-2009, 09:39 PM

well its 545-3670. you know you could pm right?

glad you stuck withal of this. looks like you have learned alot through the years. you better get something finished soon. hell i might be in another crx by then

peace homie

awptickes · 01-10-2009, 12:27 AM

Terrance:

You're about to melt the fuck out of your AC low pressure line. Relocate immediately.

10-09-2008, 06:32 PM	#2401
INJEN78 ¿GANGSTA GREMLIN? Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: CT(860) VT(802) Age: 21 Posts: 7,730 iTrader: 5 / 100% Ride: 91 CRX si Rep Power: 214	threadjack..sorry andrew.. but terrance why only $250??looks like a damn good job __________________ R.I.P BEN LEE2/24/08 we love and miss you http://burnoutbox.activeboard.com/in...BID=127652&p=1 GOOD FAST CHEAP, you can pick only two. fast and cheap isn't good good and cheap isn't fast good and fast isn't cheap

10-14-2008, 01:28 PM	#2405
INJEN78 ¿GANGSTA GREMLIN? Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: CT(860) VT(802) Age: 21 Posts: 7,730 iTrader: 5 / 100% Ride: 91 CRX si Rep Power: 214	i was just going to bump this earlier __________________ R.I.P BEN LEE2/24/08 we love and miss you http://burnoutbox.activeboard.com/in...BID=127652&p=1 GOOD FAST CHEAP, you can pick only two. fast and cheap isn't good good and cheap isn't fast good and fast isn't cheap

10-14-2008, 10:21 PM	#2406
Andrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 2,589 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 1991 CRX Si Rep Power: 47	Gah. I'm really busy now, unfortunately. I haven't done ANY work to the rex lately. Changed the oil in the daily and thats about it mechanic-wise. I've got lots of tests to take in the next 2 days then I'll be in St. Augustine this weekend, and then I'm working up in Tennessee for a few weeks... so I'll be MIA for a bit. "It's been a good run, boys..." __________________ 1991 CRX Si 2007 Civic Si Sedan My Engine Swap Write-ups: HG FPR Wheel Smiley Cluster. Adapters.

10-15-2008, 10:43 AM	#2408
Andrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 2,589 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 1991 CRX Si Rep Power: 47	Oh yeah. my bad. probably just 1 week. Then the cruise, then back to work. then... blah blah blah. you get the idea __________________ 1991 CRX Si 2007 Civic Si Sedan My Engine Swap Write-ups: HG FPR Wheel Smiley Cluster. Adapters.

11-24-2008, 08:38 AM	#2414
Andrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 2,589 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 1991 CRX Si Rep Power: 47	I'm still alive! just been busy, like always. Been doing more work on the rex the past few days. Heres where I'm at. Checklist until running: -Get ECU from tuner. -Figure out if I need to A) get a bung to weld in my exhaust for the o2 or B) talk to my tuner about running it w/o one and tuning it appropriately. Checklist until driving: -Radiator hoses. (Don't I use DA hoses? we'll see if those work.) I need a new bumper! I should have Ripper-vids soon! -Andrew __________________ 1991 CRX Si 2007 Civic Si Sedan My Engine Swap Write-ups: HG FPR Wheel Smiley Cluster. Adapters.


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10-14-2008, 01:11 PM	#2404
mac_24_seven I trained Trogdor to pWn Join Date: Sep 2006 Age: 28 Posts: 520 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 94 GSR Sedan Rep Power: 16	Whats the latest on the D man? When we stickin it back in?

11-06-2008, 12:41 PM	#2409
mac_24_seven I trained Trogdor to pWn Join Date: Sep 2006 Age: 28 Posts: 520 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 94 GSR Sedan Rep Power: 16	Figured since Andrew hasnt updated in a while, I would. He's been working on it.. The D's all apart and whatnot. Kinda low on funds and time at the moment, but hopefully the Rex will be up N running soon.

11-08-2008, 04:01 PM	#2411
eastbxc Custom User Title Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Kansas Age: 21 Posts: 787 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 90 civic hatch Rep Power: 29	is it me or on the new civic si the oil filter is kind of a pain in the ass to get to?

11-12-2008, 08:57 AM	#2413
mac_24_seven I trained Trogdor to pWn Join Date: Sep 2006 Age: 28 Posts: 520 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 94 GSR Sedan Rep Power: 16	And he comes clean GSR CRX w/a B16 tranny = giggity!

11-24-2008, 08:43 AM	#2415
efhondakid My name is Byron. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Akron-Canton, Ohio Age: 20 Posts: 5,421 iTrader: 2 / 100% Ride: 89' DX Hatch w/B16 Rep Power: 221	I used the stock D-series hoses, I had to work them over the B-series water necks as the Bs are bigger, but I havent had a problem with it being like that. __________________ ^ (dont listen) Dont PM me with tech questions. I will not answer them. There is a hidden message here. *"Motor swaps, turbo kit installs, diagnostics, minor repairs, minor fab and bodywork. Located in Akron-Canton area PM me for more details."* "In the dice game of life who gets the last roll?"

11-24-2008, 11:53 AM	#2416
BigZeke5 Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: chicago Posts: 46 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 92 civic hatchbach Rep Power: 7	I did the same with the hose. Don't have a problem at all and its been over two years now.

11-29-2008, 10:37 AM	#2418
Andrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 2,589 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 1991 CRX Si Rep Power: 47	All in good fun man! I've had 5 engines in this crx now haha if terrances ever comes around... I'd like to "do" something to this GSR. mmmm tubo GSR crx.. yum! I just don't see it happening. :P __________________ 1991 CRX Si 2007 Civic Si Sedan My Engine Swap Write-ups: HG FPR Wheel Smiley Cluster. Adapters.

01-05-2009, 11:51 AM	#2420
mac_24_seven I trained Trogdor to pWn Join Date: Sep 2006 Age: 28 Posts: 520 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 94 GSR Sedan Rep Power: 16	An update for t3h Andrew. The GSR runs.. but the dang waterpump went out in it! Go figure. So it's down yet again ON the plus side though....Andrew did help me with this... Before: After Not tuned yet, but it will be soon. Couldnt have done it w/out Andrew!

01-05-2009, 06:45 PM	#2421
efhondakid My name is Byron. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Akron-Canton, Ohio Age: 20 Posts: 5,421 iTrader: 2 / 100% Ride: 89' DX Hatch w/B16 Rep Power: 221	Nice. __________________ ^ (dont listen) Dont PM me with tech questions. I will not answer them. There is a hidden message here. *"Motor swaps, turbo kit installs, diagnostics, minor repairs, minor fab and bodywork. Located in Akron-Canton area PM me for more details."* "In the dice game of life who gets the last roll?"

01-09-2009, 09:02 PM	#2423
Andrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 2,589 iTrader: 1 / 100% Ride: 1991 CRX Si Rep Power: 47	Abel! You need to text or call me. I lost your # man. I've been trying to catch up with you! I lost a lot of motivation on the CRX. I don't plan on selling it or anything. I'm just going to spend some time building a rat rod (latest kick). in the meantime I'd like to get the water pump changed out in it and such. I just have a LOT on my plate nowadays. Mostly only have time to tinker in the shop at Night, and I'm normally too tired from the days work/activities to wanna do anything 'cept chill. You guys know how the story goes... __________________ 1991 CRX Si 2007 Civic Si Sedan My Engine Swap Write-ups: HG FPR Wheel Smiley Cluster. Adapters.

01-10-2009, 12:27 AM	#2425
awptickes Reverend Awptickes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bel Air, MD Age: 21 Posts: 3,949 iTrader: 6 / 100% Ride: 1999 Civic EJ9, 2009 Fit GE8, 2006 Suzuki SV650s Rep Power: 184	Terrance: You're about to melt the fuck out of your AC low pressure line. Relocate immediately. __________________ ☻/ DIY/Howto HID Projector retrofit /▌ / \

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