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[lostforawhile]

I started this so the new guys can ask newbie questions here, We have a search, but it can be intimidating for a new person, ask your newbie questions here, and someone will direct you to the proper thread, or try to answer them here. I started this as a help to the new guys, make sure you post in the introductions forum, then if you have a question about things such as engine swaps, etc, we can help you to the correct thread. Maybe this will cut down on the new threads started, that only have the question, and then 30 replies of SEARCH!! I know it's not always easy being the new guy. :D

[adamwyoung12]

Where should I put a question about a squeak coming from the front of my car?

[lostforawhile]

here's a start http://www.3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1531 you can also look through threads in the suspension forum, then if you don't have any luck, try putting a post in technical

[adamwyoung12]

That thread is a good one. I'm going to check for those problems tomorrow. Thanks for your help.

[tsumi88]

88 lxi, rust everywhere.... even the mirrors...
fix it or drive it till it falls apart (was free)

[A18A]

drive it till it falls apart

[Shilo]

drive it till it falls apart

After that, put it back together :idea:.

[itzdave]

^i wasnt trying to postwhore at all. it was a serious question...

[lostforawhile]

^i wasnt trying to postwhore at all. it was a serious question...

what was the question again? i log in and my thread went crazy last night:sad2:

[itzdave]

i asked, other than mounts, what all is required to put a B16/B18 into a carb'd 3GEE? like, do ya gotta do an A20 EFI swap first (gas tank, etc) or can ya just start doin it. what axles can ya use, etc.
the forum kinda lists what to do if ur already EFI, but not for the carb'd guys...
ya ya i know, 'SEARCH' will prolly be my responce, but isnt that the point of this thread?

[lostforawhile]

i asked, other than mounts, what all is required to put a B16/B18 into a carb'd 3GEE? like, do ya gotta do an A20 EFI swap first (gas tank, etc) or can ya just start doin it. what axles can ya use, etc.
the forum kinda lists what to do if ur already EFI, but not for the carb'd guys...
ya ya i know, 'SEARCH' will prolly be my responce, but isnt that the point of this thread?

you will probably need to do a lot of the same stuff you would have to do to change to Fi, you need the FI tank and pump, plus all the lines to start, none of the carb system is suitable for the pressure. all the FI stuff should bolt right in, you can always upgrade the pump later once all the fuel stuff is in

[itzdave]

what about axles and a harness, whats the best way to approach those?

[lostforawhile]

what about axles and a harness, whats the best way to approach those?

you will probably have to make a harness or a hybrid harness, I'm not sure if anyone has ever done this, you have to take one step at a time

[allhailmj23]

I guess this belongs here. So, the idle speed on my LX-i is normal at lower speeds with no check engine light. But once I get on the freeway, the check engine light shows up and my idle speed rises up to or over 1200 RPM warm. I think that it is important to include that my car was sitting for a long time until recently and hasn't had its oil changed in like 2 years (I know... but my dad changes oil every 6k and it hasn't hit that mark yet). My uncle thinks it's the EGR valve causing the problem, but I will get it checked back when I get my car back from the paint shop. But I'm just curious what you guys think it'd be. Any help is appreciated.

[89T]

pull over and check the code on the ecu. then get back to us.


itzdave, you would think it would be easier to just swap in the entire ecu/engine harness. Then figure out the speedo and tach.

bullards b20 had some monstrosity of harnesses which made it hard to figure out. I think it was a Prelude engine harness and accord cabin harness. with a bunch of re-wiring.

[charliekuney]

Why do the front bumpers (USDM, not sure about others) have four holes in them, when both the license place and bracket only go into the same two? What are the two extra holes for?

[2oodoor]

^i wasnt trying to postwhore at all. it was a serious question...

so was mine

[itzdave]

so was mine

well, that was nice of him to delte everything...

:mod:

[lostforawhile]

so was mine

i don't know who deleted everything, i was going to ask about installing the flux capacitor and a time continuium question, but i didn't get a chance

[itzdave]

i don't know who deleted everything, i was going to ask about installing the flux capacitor and a time continuium question, but i didn't get a chance

This message has been deleted by 87accordlxi. Reason: this isn't a postwhoring thread

im guessin he is the one that deleted them... lol

[just1]

what do i need to change my 89 lxi drums to disc's

[lostforawhile]

what do i need to change my 89 lxi drums to disc's

you need to find an SEI at the junkyard

[just1]

you need to find an SEI at the junkyard

do 89 lude ones fit or a vigor rear end?

[lostforawhile]

do 89 lude ones fit or a vigor rear end?

no all the parts have to come from an SEI, you can upgrade the brakes after you have the SEI suspension parts

[stat1K]

my question remains, it was, "who is tim and where can i get naughty pictures of him?"

don't see why the mods deleted it... if we can't have fun here where can we have fun? 87 's just mad at me still :)

[2oodoor]

ok it took me a week to remember what it was, so here it is.
If I wanted to convert a Lxi to carb, even if not just temporarily..:bong: can I use the Lxi fuel tank, pump, and wocket sockets?

..and Tim you got a sticky!

[lostforawhile]

my question remains, it was, "who is tim and where can i get naughty pictures of him?"

don't see why the mods deleted it... if we can't have fun here where can we have fun? 87 's just mad at me still :)

I had just got that post out of my head dammitt!!!

[2ndGenGuy]

ok it took me a week to remember what it was, so here it is.
If I wanted to convert a Lxi to carb, even if not just temporarily..:bong: can I use the Lxi fuel tank, pump, and wocket sockets?

..and Tim you got a sticky!


Can't use the LXi pump. 40-60psi is probably a bit too much for your float valve. Tank will probably be just fine. I don't know what a wocket socket is though. :ugh:

[2oodoor]

Can't use the LXi pump. 40-60psi is probably a bit too much for your float valve. Tank will probably be just fine. I don't know what a wocket socket is though. :ugh:

you obviousley hold some reverence to them since you didn't "think it was too stupid to ask"...:bowrofl:

thanks for the info!

[just1]

ok man thanx.....gonna be a bitch to find but a hunting i will go

[charliekuney]

What are the two blanks above the gauges for (two for LX-i/SE-i, three for DX with cruise, four for DX without)?

[2drSE-i]

What are the two blanks above the gauges for (two for LX-i/SE-i, three for DX with cruise, four for DX without)?

ABS and PGM-FI lights. The third has me stumped. Carbed cars have Check Engine lights right?

[charliekuney]

ABS and PGM-FI lights. The third has me stumped. Carbed cars have Check Engine lights right?

The check-engine light is the PGM-FI light, and carb'd cars don't have them. Does your SE-i have the ABS light?

[2drSE-i]

I was under the impression EDM/NZDM/JDM cars had both PGM-FI and Check engine lights. No, mine doesn't have ABS light.

[Dslattz]

So, I am starting the tear down of my 81 Accord. I have been taking pictures and referbing everything as I go. I hit the Threads for advice as needed. But where is the appropriate section to post pics and keep a log and everyone up to date on my journey. Would like some feed back on the build.

[phrenology]

So, I am starting the tear down of my 81 Accord. I have been taking pictures and referbing everything as I go. I hit the Threads for advice as needed. But where is the appropriate section to post pics and keep a log and everyone up to date on my journey. Would like some feed back on the build.

Here for 1st Gen: http://www.3geez.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=80

[Nafs Asdf]

Check engine light and pgm-fi light is the same thing. I only have one blank, the one furthest to the left. The rest are cel, battery, oil, e-brake, emergency blinkers, cruise control and alb.

[charliekuney]

I found pictures of the ALB light on the far right (SE-i's don't have ALB...?), but what's the far left blank for?

O_o

[2drSE-i]

Nope SE-is don't have ALB. They have 4 wheel disc but not anti-lock. ALB came on EDM and JDM cars, i think the 2.0Si Exclusives? not sure tho...

[2drSE-i]

Why do the front bumpers (USDM, not sure about others) have four holes in them, when both the license place and bracket only go into the same two? What are the two extra holes for?

Still not sure, but I found some OEM bumper hole fillers at the junkyard the other day, had no clue they made those for our cars.

[charliekuney]

They guy with the mint $800 SE-i on here from Canada has them.

[charliekuney]

Why do some cars have steering wheels with four-button horns, while some have one-piece horns? (Year dependent?)

Why do some cars have gas/oil gauges that point outward, while some have gauges that point inward? (Year dependent?)

Why doesn't anyone on here have a black SE-i sedan?

:)

[A18A]

those blank lights isn the gauges would be the cat light, pgm-fi/check engine light, alb & door lock. thats what they where on my car anyway :)

[lostforawhile]

Still not sure, but I found some OEM bumper hole fillers at the junkyard the other day, had no clue they made those for our cars.the bumper just has rivnuts to hold the plate on, some countries just have different spacing on the bolt holes on the plate is all, they go on one set of holes for one country,other set for different places

[2drSE-i]

Yay for a18 answering your question! As for heat and gas, the 86-87 ones point in, 88-89 ones point out. Horn is probably the same, but I have never noticed.

[lostforawhile]

those blank lights isn the gauges would be the cat light, pgm-fi/check engine light, alb & door lock. thats what they where on my car anyway :)

if i remember, the cat light was on non computer controlled carb cars to warn of an overheated cat? i know some early datsuns here had them

[lostforawhile]

Yay for a18 answering your question! As for heat and gas, the 86-87 ones point in, 88-89 ones point out. Horn is probably the same, but I have never noticed.

there were two different style wheels and two makers Nippendenso and Toyko Seat,

[charliekuney]

What happened on June 26th, 2005 at 9:35pm? Every time I log on I see "Most users ever online was 459, 06-26-2005 at 09:35 PM." The most I have ever seen online at once was like 30.

[Legend_master]

What happened on June 26th, 2005 at 9:35pm? Every time I log on I see "Most users ever online was 459, 06-26-2005 at 09:35 PM." The most I have ever seen online at once was like 30.

Good question, that is strange.

[itzdave]

hahahahaha. ive always wondered that as well...

[MessyHonda]

they must of been lots of spybots signed on

[89accordvtec?]

how do i post pics on a thread?

[Pico]

how do i post pics on a thread?
How to Post Pictures (http://www.3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=19320)

[89accordvtec?]

sweet! thanks. i knew i seen a how to somewhere on here a while ago, just couldn't find it when i searched

[charliekuney]

Does lowering a car affect drivability in snow?

[voodoocars]

i need help dos any one know of a adjustable cam gear that will work on a A20A3 ?? and is their a better cam i can get?

Does lowering a car affect drivability in snow?
hey about in the snow a little but not much

[Legend_master]

i need help dos any one know of a adjustable cam gear that will work on a A20A3 ?? and is their a better cam i can get?

Does lowering a car affect drivability in snow?
hey about in the snow a little but not much

I've got a cam gear for sale, (http://www.3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=74394) they are a discontinued item now. As far as cam option goes, search around in this forum (http://www.3geez.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=33), make sure to use the search function built into the forum tool menu.

[Mandalore88]

I am just starting my search for a 3rd gen daily driver

Is there a compilation of all differences in trim levels?

Which ones had options for power windows/locks etc?

[ShyBoyCA6]

I am just starting my search for a 3rd gen daily driver

Is there a compilation of all differences in trim levels?

Which ones had options for power windows/locks etc?

Coupe and sedan DX models are Manuel
Coupes=Lx,LX-i,Se-i has power windows with no power locks
Sedans= Lx,Lx-i, and Se-i came with power locks and windows

[lostforawhile]

Coupe and sedan DX models are Manuel
Coupes=Lx,LX-i,Se-i has power windows with no power locks
Sedans= Lx,Lx-i, and Se-i came with power locks and windows

and neither the coupes or hatchbacks have power door locks, the sedans have a notch in the door beam that allows the lock motor to fit, the others don't. it will bolt to the door latch, but it won't fit. you can convert pretty easy with aftermarket actuators.

[charliekuney]

Coupe and sedan DX models are Manuel
Coupes=Lx,LX-i,Se-i has power windows with no power locks
Sedans= Lx,Lx-i, and Se-i came with power locks and windows

DX - manual everything.
LX/LX-i/SE-i - power everything (except for door locks for coupes and hatches).

Hatch: DX, LX-i
Coupe: DX, LX-i, SE-i
Sedan: DX, LX, LX-i, SE-i

Hatches and coupes never came in LX's, and hatches never came in SE-i's.

[Dr_Snooz]

The "i" in LX-i and SE-i indicate a fuel-injected engine. In general, the carbs seem to get a little better MPG than injected models, but the injected models are more reliable. You want an injected model definitely.

[charliekuney]

In general, the carbs seem to get a little better MPG than injected models...

Uh, yeah. I need some kind of proof to this, because in general, fuel-injected cars get WAY better gas mileage...

Edit: Okay, I need proof of my own point.

[89T]

;)

[Mandalore88]

Haha I never expected such detailed responses, thanks so much guys.

I am lookin for a sedan LX-i or a SE-i, thanks again!

[A18A]

What happened on June 26th, 2005 at 9:35pm? Every time I log on I see "Most users ever online was 459, 06-26-2005 at 09:35 PM." The most I have ever seen online at once was like 30.

about 450 3g accord main relays failed that day :kekeke:

[w261w261]

Does lowering a car affect drivability in snow?

Not until clearance becomes an issue, and then it's a big problem.

[import racer]

Well I have an 87 lx and a 89 sei and the guages on both of them are inward.

[lostforawhile]

Well I have an 87 lx and a 89 sei and the guages on both of them are inward.

there were two different gauge makers, and I believe any of the cars could have gotten eithier gauge, I guess it depended on the plant it was built at.

[Civic Accord Honda]

Does lowering a car affect drivability in snow?
lowering it would help handling as the front end would become like a snow plow lol... seriously our 97 coupe handled fantastic in snow due to being pretty low and having good tires on it... used to drive in front of the plows all the time lol...


Uh, yeah. I need some kind of proof to this, because in general, fuel-injected cars get WAY better gas mileage...

Edit: Okay, I need proof of my own point.

Carb cars are geared for fuel economy. they are also lighter. and run a bit more lean.

about 450 3g accord main relays failed that day :kekeke:
truth.

Well I have an 87 lx and a 89 sei and the guages on both of them are inward.

only 86 had the ugly cluster.

[wh1skea]

Ugly cluster?

[charliekuney]

Ugly cluster?

The gas and oil gauges awkwardly point outwards.

[Dr_Snooz]

Uh, yeah. I need some kind of proof to this, because in general, fuel-injected cars get WAY better gas mileage...

Edit: Okay, I need proof of my own point.

Yeah, I don't have anything empirical. I was just going from anecdotal reports from our carb guys here. It seems like those carb cars top out somewhere around 40 MPG, whereas the best the FI cars can do is somewhere around 35 MPG. I think they geared the carb cars a little higher, so that might explain it. The only empirical evidence I was able to find were the ratings from www.fueleconomy.gov:

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/compx2008f.jsp?year=1988&make=Honda&model=Accord&hiddenField=Findacar

It's not a big difference, but the carbs are a little higher.

[lostforawhile]

Yeah, I don't have anything empirical. I was just going from anecdotal reports from our carb guys here. It seems like those carb cars top out somewhere around 40 MPG, whereas the best the FI cars can do is somewhere around 35 MPG. I think they geared the carb cars a little higher, so that might explain it. The only empirical evidence I was able to find were the ratings from www.fueleconomy.gov:

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/compx2008f.jsp?year=1988&make=Honda&model=Accord&hiddenField=Findacar

It's not a big difference, but the carbs are a little higher.it's easy, the FI cars produce more horsepower, therefor use more gas,

[charliekuney]

^ Not necessarily. I've gotten close to 50mpg highway in my car, but mixed driving (city/highway and easy/hard) I get 35mpg.

[Legend_master]

I thought the carb transmissions were shorter geared due to the lack of HP.

[HERBERT]

is there such thing as an EX 3gee

[charliekuney]

I don't think so. I think Canada just had the S/LX* EX-i SE-i.

* I'm confused by the S/LX ordeal. Their LX is definitely our DX, but their S is also their LX...?

[SZfiftyfour]

How rare are those add-on armrests? You know the 2 piece console with the armrest attachement.

[charliekuney]

^ The factory armrest is in every single SE-i ever made. Some LX-i's have them since they were options from the factory. A some LX-i's, LX's, and DX's have the nasty dealer armrest. SE-i's have them with leather and in black or tan. The other models have them in a range of colors, usually with cloth, sometimes with leather. All depends on year, trim, and country of origin.

Also, the front half isn't rare: Some LX's, all LX-i's and all SE-i's have the front console with an insert. All SE-i's have cup holders, while LX-i's had the option for them but had the cassette holder standard. LX's had the cassette holder as an option. The cup holders are rare.

edit: I think you're asking about the dealer-installed bolt-over armrest. They are about as common as the factory armrests (not including SE-i's), but can be found in more colors since you could get them in any trim (DX, LX, LX-i).

[charliekuney]

double post

[SZfiftyfour]

Thanks. I did mean the bolt ons. Found one at the j/y but its gross, guess I'll wait for another one to show up if they arent super rare.

[charliekuney]

What color is it? Some are rare, someone might want it. What color are you looking for?

[SZfiftyfour]

Its gray I believe, but its broken, the top is off [actual armrest part] and i didnt even look for it :dunno:. It might still be in the car under all the crap in the backseat. The color would need to be matched to my 2g anyway but I guess brown or even maroon would put it close.

[lostforawhile]

the bolt over armrest is actually pretty rare in a lot of areas, you are talking about the one that opens? if you see one and want it, let me know i can fix it

[A18A]

is there such thing as an EX 3gee

yes, there is

[charliekuney]

In non-North American countries (ones with corners without reflectors), do the side corner lights flash with the blinker? Like, for the JDM corners: Does the light behind the hump blink?

[A18A]

yup

[lostforawhile]

if tin whistles are made of tin, what are fog horns made of? BOOM! BOOM!- if you get that stupid question you are an old fart like me.:D

[whuzap]

is there such thing as an EX 3gee
I own one

[2oodoor]

what is the thread pitch and size of the egr tube that screws into the exhaust manifold.

[charliekuney]

Is the SE-i's dual-tip exhaust any better performance-wise than the DX/LX/LX-i single-tip or is it just more aesthetically pleasing?

[Demon1024]

#2 ^^^ im sure the rest of the exhaust is still very constrictive. the tip makes very little (none) difference unless the rest has already been upgrade from stock

[charliekuney]

Do all 3geez that came with steelies from the factory have two different styles of steel wheels (left/right)? Three of my coupes had steelies with circle holes on the left, and rectangular holes on the right, like this:
http://i41.tinypic.com/ff1cid.jpg
http://i42.tinypic.com/25ugyde.jpg

[2oodoor]

what is the thread pitch and size of the egr tube that screws into the exhaust manifold.

24mm 1.5 P

[HERBERT]

why is there like 30 guests at all times

[charliekuney]

People are curious or too lazy to log on.

[HERBERT]

but its at all times

[wh1skea]

29 bots that can't get in.....and 1 CAH?

[jknox8]

Sup everyone, new to the site and the reason I just purchased a 1989 Accord DX 123K love it, runs like a champ! My only question how difficult/expensive is it to add a/c to one where it was not installed from factory? Not a big deal, just curious, also, does my car have power steering? If so, its out as well, how difficult is that to replace. I did a search for the a/c question, no luck, but didn't about the power steering, i get a squeal think its out but don't even know if it was availbale on it. Looking forward to chatting and getting to know everyone better! thanks in advance for the replies... :)

[charliekuney]

From what I've read, A/C is kinda hard to install with the big black box behind the dash - I think.

As for the power steering: all models have it. Check your belt. If it's bad, replace it. If it's good, spray it with Belt-Ease.

[Dr_Snooz]

AC will be a lot of work to install. Most people think it's a box that you screw into the dash. It's more like 200 different parts that get installed all over the car. Then another 200 parts get modified to adjust idle to compensate for compressor load, or turn on the cooling fan when the compressor turns on, etc.

And, welcome to the board!

[lostforawhile]

Sup everyone, new to the site and the reason I just purchased a 1989 Accord DX 123K love it, runs like a champ! My only question how difficult/expensive is it to add a/c to one where it was not installed from factory? Not a big deal, just curious, also, does my car have power steering? If so, its out as well, how difficult is that to replace. I did a search for the a/c question, no luck, but didn't about the power steering, i get a squeal think its out but don't even know if it was availbale on it. Looking forward to chatting and getting to know everyone better! thanks in advance for the replies... :)
when you can take pictures take a pictures or many pictures of the duct that connects the blower on the far right side of the car,to the heater core in the middle of the dash, almost no one here has factory AC delete, and wants to see what the duct looks like, since it won't have an evaporator box

[jknox8]

Thank you all, yes I will get pics hopefully tonight for everyone! No problems. Now I am certain its either a bad/loose power steering belt, difficult to turn sometimes and the screaching it all adds up! :) Thank you everyone for the input and quick responses...look forward to talking with you all in the future.

I figured as much for the a/c was hoping it might have just been a bolt on slightly modified under 400 bucks issue but sounds like mass work and $$$ so nm. Just sweat I guess! lol

[Dr_Snooz]

While you're working on the PS, change the oil in the system.

[jknox8]

never done that before, pretty self explanatory? how difficult on a 1-10 scale? changed oil, done brakes, tune-ups, alternator replacement, stuff like that. Is it pretty easy to get to, etc.

[Dr_Snooz]

Pretty easy. The manual (http://honda.roadpwnage.com/manuals/pages/usdm-accord-1989-full.php) describes how to do it on p. 18-9. The hardest part is figuring out a way of keeping the old fluid from shooting across the street when you start the car.

[HON-DUH]

Question here, whenever I have the radio on, along with the front and rear defroster, headlights, my revs go down.

How many amps does the stock one have?
Will 135 amps suffice?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/86-89-honda-accord-prelude-135amp-alternator-CARBURATO-/350218467920?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item518aa5ba50#ht_1064wt_941
Is it time for a new alternator?
If so, is the installation simple?

Thanks

[HON-DUH]

double post

[charliekuney]

When I use anything in my car the idle goes down. Even when I steer and brake. All of my Accords did that...

[2ndGenGuy]

That's a damn good price for a high output alternator. Last time I tried to get one new, it was over $200-300. It would be much more straightforward than converting to the Legend alternator.

Honestly though, your stock alternator is more than capable of running everything in your car as it is (assuming you don't have some mega-stereo). You might go through all the grounds and battery cables and clean them up, maybe replace some cables. That makes a HUGE difference, and is cheap. But yeah, you will always get a slight drop from the extra load on the alternator.

[HON-DUH]

When I use anything in my car the idle goes down. Even when I steer and brake. All of my Accords did that...

Yeah, me too, whenever I'm at a red light and I press the brake pedal, my revs go down and the car starts to vibrate a little, it gets annoying...


That's a damn good price for a high output alternator. Last time I tried to get one new, it was over $200-300. It would be much more straightforward than converting to the Legend alternator.

Honestly though, your stock alternator is more than capable of running everything in your car as it is (assuming you don't have some mega-stereo). You might go through all the grounds and battery cables and clean them up, maybe replace some cables. That makes a HUGE difference, and is cheap. But yeah, you will always get a slight drop from the extra load on the alternator.

I have the stock radio with stock speakers, so yeah.
So if I make sure all my cables are ok and if I replace some, my revs should stay constant no matter what I do, correct?

[lostforawhile]

Yeah, me too, whenever I'm at a red light and I press the brake pedal, my revs go down and the car starts to vibrate a little, it gets annoying...



I have the stock radio with stock speakers, so yeah.
So if I make sure all my cables are ok and if I replace some, my revs should stay constant no matter what I do, correct?that doesn't sound like an electrical issue, it sounds like your brake booster or it's check valve has a problem, the brake lights don't draw so much current that they would load the alternator, stepping on the brake causes a large change in engine vacuum, if the check valve is ok, there is enough vacuum stored in the booster to not have much effect, but if it's not it would suddenly show the engine a large vacuum drop

[charliekuney]

Yeah, me too, whenever I'm at a red light and I press the brake pedal, my revs go down and the car starts to vibrate a little, it gets annoying...

Same with all of mine. I've gotten used to it. My battery and alternator are about six months old.

[Salo_89_Accord]

Well this is my first car and i want to lower it, i know im going to need coilovers( not going with lowering springs) and shocks and camber kits (to get negative camber) thats all i really need right? Just the main to lower the whole car is coilovers and shocks right?

[charliekuney]

Well this is my first car and i want to lower it, i know im going to need coilovers( not going with lowering springs) and shocks and camber kits (to get negative camber) thats all i really need right? Just the main to lower the whole car is coilovers and shocks right?

http://www.3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=89

[Salo_89_Accord]

http://www.3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=89
Can't believe i didn't see that
Thanks!

[CzEcHy]

What type of gauge pillar pod "fits" for my accord..

I want the battery/oil and maybe one more gauge, I need a gauge pod pillar thing.

[charliekuney]

Okay, at this point I'm seriously asking for someone to hold my hand and walk me through this:

How do you take off the rear bumper? (coupe)

I've read the how-to thread, but it wasn't specific enough and there weren't pictures.

I know about the four screws near the tires, and that once the four 12mm bolts are off the bumper slides back, but I can't find the bolts!

[lostforawhile]

Okay, at this point I'm seriously asking for someone to hold my hand and walk me through this:

How do you take off the rear bumper? (coupe)

I've read the how-to thread, but it wasn't specific enough and there weren't pictures.

I know about the four screws near the tires, and that once the four 12mm bolts are off the bumper slides back, but I can't find the bolts!

the ones that hold on the tow hooks, and i think one more on the sedan, they will all be inline with each other, the pieces that hold on the bumper slide into the frame rails

[Dr_Snooz]

What type of gauge pillar pod "fits" for my accord..

I want the battery/oil and maybe one more gauge, I need a gauge pod pillar thing.

This one works great.

http://i441.photobucket.com/albums/qq132/dr_snooz/DSCN2233.jpg

[resendez]

i saw camber kits on ebay that claim they will fit an 88 accord and they are $20 or some thing is it true they will work i want to slam and camber wheels like this /\ but i dont know the first thing about camber or how to go about doing this. any help would be verry appreciated i only want the rear cambered.

[lostforawhile]

i saw camber kits on ebay that claim they will fit an 88 accord and they are $20 or some thing is it true they will work i want to slam and camber wheels like this /\ but i dont know the first thing about camber or how to go about doing this. any help would be verry appreciated i only want the rear cambered.

why would you want your tires cambered like that? do you own a tire store?

[cubert]

why would you want your tires cambered like that? do you own a tire store?



stance.




http://www.tsg.cc/user/tuned/civic-ed3/bosozoku_socal_civic_ed3_017.jpg

[lostforawhile]

stance.




http://www.tsg.cc/user/tuned/civic-ed3/bosozoku_socal_civic_ed3_017.jpgoooooooooooooooooo o, the "my control arms are broke" look, I want one of those cool exhausts like that now!!!

[resendez]

no i dont own a tire store but the stance is sexy

[lostforawhile]

no i dont own a tire store but the stance is sexy

you'll need one, you will just destroy your tires. plus the car won't handle worth anything at all

[resendez]

car is pretty clean not my style but still clean

[resendez]

if u have a camber kit cant u adjust it and make them flat again how hard is it to do that?

[lostforawhile]

if u have a camber kit cant u adjust it and make them flat again how hard is it to do that?

you can't just adjust it, you get an alignment to make sure the camber is right in the first place, you would have to bring in the car every time to have it adjusted

[resendez]

we have a full shop with an alignment rack and my teacher is cool so that wouldnt be a problem just to like go to the meets every other weekend or the big ones once a month then align it back to normal

[lostforawhile]

we have a full shop with an alignment rack and my teacher is cool so that wouldnt be a problem just to like go to the meets every other weekend or the big ones once a month then align it back to normal

but why? it looked retarded, it's rice, rice doesn't go over well here, it looks like your suspension is broke, and that "clean" car that was posted was posted in sarcasm

[resendez]

http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://wideandlow.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/honda1.jpg&imgrefurl=http://wideandlow.wordpress.com/2010/04/04/&usg=__Q52g-BR7Os_-CmkgfKcu_BmbAOQ=&h=506&w=800&sz=442&hl=en&start=80&zoom=1&tbnid=M7a6JnXYRPW5vM:&tbnh=152&tbnw=204&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dhonda%2Bstance%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26c lient%3Dsafari%26sa%3DN%26rls%3Den%26biw%3D1366%26 bih%3D646%26tbs%3Disch:10%2C2834&um=1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=148&vpy=286&dur=395&hovh=177&hovw=281&tx=140&ty=44&ei=Fn0nTbr_Ioe-sQPpxqXZBw&oei=snwnTcunFInmsQOy_qmABw&esq=16&page=6&ndsp=15&ved=1t:429,r:10,s:80&biw=1366&bih=646



click that hopefuly it worked

[cubert]

but why? it looked retarded, it's rice, rice doesn't go over well here, it looks like your suspension is broke, and that "clean" car that was posted was posted in sarcasm


Please dont assume things.



That Civic was not posted in sarcasm, I actually do like the stance look and posted an example of it.


Just because you dont like it doesnt mean its rice.

[2drSE-i]

I dunno man. Its all the rage right now, and i can't figure out why. Makes your car handle poorly, makes it look silly (in my opinion) and destroys your tires. I cant imagine it being good for your suspension components either.

Like i said, its in style so i do understand, just understand the problems with it before you get into it.

[resendez]

http://carporn.co.uk/http://carporn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/crazy-honda-wagon.jpg

sorry i dont know how to put pics so heres a link i think thats too sexy

[resendez]

that civic was more of a "jdm" type look more than any thing not so much ricer in my opinion but i cant stand roof racks or the "rusted hood look" just not me and the long pipes going to ur trunk is a drifter thing

[2drSE-i]

http://carporn.co.uk/http://carporn.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/crazy-honda-wagon.jpg

This car looks awesome, still hate the stance though.

[resendez]

i love the stance i love the camber look i seen some that line up so nice its ridiculous they look so clean tucked

[charliekuney]

What isn't a question is that it has to be done right. You can have overly-cambered wheels and not have the proper stance:

http://blankmediagroup.com/Pictures/Mike/StanceWorks/Feature1/8_16_08_08_12_02_1627.jpg

...ending up looking

retarded

[resendez]

that still looks pretty nice

[CzEcHy]

This one works great.

http://i441.photobucket.com/albums/qq132/dr_snooz/DSCN2233.jpg



I have to use that space! lol

Anything for the door pillar drivers side?

[Pico]

I have to use that space! lol

Anything for the door pillar drivers side?

you can get a universal one and a heat gun and shape and trim it to fit the pillar
I used a dual pod and cut it down to one, the one for volts I made with PVC piping

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/picopop/100_0664.jpg

[CzEcHy]

Sounds good, as soon as I find a heat gun lol..

Just wanted some oil pressure/battery voltage, and leave a spot incase I need anything else the car didn't come with on the stock gauge.

[charliekuney]

How do you remove the rear door handles from a sedan?

[CzEcHy]

If you're supposed to get 2.25inch piping for exhaust, is it from the cat back or manifold back? <.<

And would the manifold make any decreases in power cause the bigger piping? Or is the manifold opening bigger than the piping already?

I ask cause I need a new manifold so I figured grabbing an LX-i 89' manifold, and getting bigger piping since my piping is a bit "old", would be a cheap yet big increase in terms of making SOME sort of power.

[firefighterwhite89]

What are the most common Engine/Body electrical problems for a 3gee?

What are the most common mechanical problems for a 3gee?

[charliekuney]

Electrical: main relay going out from extreme temperatures, and the antenna motor.

[Dr_Snooz]

Why don't we have any Japanese members?

[2drSE-i]

Why don't we have any Japanese members?

they dont speak english? :dunno:

[charliekuney]

Why don't we have any Japanese members?

Because they're on freegeez.com

[lostforawhile]

Why don't we have any Japanese members?

we did have a couple, but I don't know where they went

[lostforawhile]

If you're supposed to get 2.25inch piping for exhaust, is it from the cat back or manifold back? <.<

And would the manifold make any decreases in power cause the bigger piping? Or is the manifold opening bigger than the piping already?

I ask cause I need a new manifold so I figured grabbing an LX-i 89' manifold, and getting bigger piping since my piping is a bit "old", would be a cheap yet big increase in terms of making SOME sort of power.

I don't know why 2.5 instead of 2 thats plenty big, the outlet on the header is even 2

[CzEcHy]

Stock manifold is 2 inch? So 2.25 will be perfect for stock manifold? Sounds good enough for me.

[89T]

Unless you are going to mod the car heavely all you will need is 2 with min mods 2.25 with all out mods.
you loose back preasure as you increase pipe diameter. There is a such thing as going too big.

[CzEcHy]

Unless you are going to mod the car heavely all you will need is 2 with min mods 2.25 with all out mods.
you loose back preasure as you increase pipe diameter. There is a such thing as going too big.

I figured 2.25 was "enough" unless heavily modified, guess 2 will work since all I have is a Weber 38 and an CAI.. Thanks for clearing that up!

[Dr_Snooz]

Why does the "New Posts" link routinely drop threads I've started?

[charliekuney]

Because you've already read them.

[Dr_Snooz]

You always have a smart answer don't you? Why doesn't it retrieve them when people have posted to them.

[charliekuney]

I always have the obvious answer everyone seems to ignore or not bother to post.

Do you read them when you're not logged on? That could affect something. Or maybe if you use subscriptions - I don't, so I don't know if they could also do something.

[BisimotoAlvin]

Im new to this forum, and i was wondering if its ok to advertise on behalf of Bisimoto Engineering? and may answer questions about products and past experiences.

[lostforawhile]

Im new to this forum, and i was wondering if its ok to advertise on behalf of Bisimoto Engineering? and may answer questions about products and past experiences.

we have someone from there on here, but I don't see why not, you carry our valve springs now, plus the last time I called I was also told they had a cam regrind available, so far everyone has had great luck with the products. Finding real performace products for this engine is like finding the holy grail, One thing I woould like to see is a direct bolt up manifold for a single or dual webbers, thats a popular carb conversion for the A20, and a tuned proper manifold designed for the webber would probably be a hit, for us and the prelude guys

[BisimotoAlvin]

Unfortunately, that falls beyond the scope our company. But my best advise would be is to visit a reputiable fabricator. At the moment we don't manufacture intake manifolds.

[lostforawhile]

Unfortunately, that falls beyond the scope our company. But my best advise would be is to visit a reputiable fabricator. At the moment we don't manufacture intake manifolds.LOL :bowrofl:you must be new, i make my own, it was a suggestion for something to make for others

[ShyBoyCA6]

Im new to this forum, and i was wondering if its ok to advertise on behalf of Bisimoto Engineering? and may answer questions about products and past experiences.

Can you make a header for the A20? if so then you'll have alot of responses and maybe a group buy would come along the way? just an idea for you guys if your making new parts for these cars and would be great if we had more support for the cars :D

[ShyBoyCA6]

LOL :bowrofl:you must be new, i make my own, it was a suggestion for something to make for others

Lost i think it would be impossible to make Car/Plane Parts for your Car :lol:

[MessyHonda]

LOL :bowrofl:you must be new, i make my own, it was a suggestion for something to make for others

not everyone has access to a machine shop...

[charliekuney]

A few random questions:

1) Can I purchase a windshield without the tint at the top? It seems like every car out there has it, but one of the hatches at the big Seattle meet didn't, and the tint really bugs me.

2) Did 1988-1989 DX's have black trim instead of chrome on the grill on the hood? I found one like that at the junkyard and I like the black a lot better.

3) Since all models were wired for everything, were coupes and hatches wired for power locks like sedans? Or did that get left out? I'm guessing not since they don't have the place to put the power lock thing. Although, I don't think coupes and hatches had OEM sunroofs in North America, but they're still wired for them.

4) Did all DX coupes have black trunk liners/material?

5) Did all DX coupes, hatches and sedans not have rear speakers?

6) Did LX's have different factory radios than LX-i's?

7) Did 1988 LX-i's have different factory radios than 1989 LX-i's?

:wave:

[visal911]

Can someone direct me to the Rims thread. The thread where people posted up pics of rims they had.

Thanks

http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/pts/2240384336.html

are these worth for $175?

[RAZR]

Can someone direct me to the Rims thread. The thread where people posted up pics of rims they had.

Thanks

http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/pts/2240384336.html

are these worth for $175?

I DONT KNO IF THERE IS A THREAD OF WHERE people post their rims

http://www.3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=48188

[MessyHonda]

Can someone direct me to the Rims thread. The thread where people posted up pics of rims they had.

Thanks

http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/pts/2240384336.html

are these worth for $175?

dont get them...that is alot of money with that you can get some nice 15 inch rims with tires

[Dr_Snooz]

3) Since all models were wired for everything, were coupes and hatches wired for power locks like sedans? Or did that get left out? I'm guessing not since they don't have the place to put the power lock thing. Although, I don't think coupes and hatches had OEM sunroofs in North America, but they're still wired for them.


They were not wired for power locks. The doors required some additional buttressing for crash-proofing and it took up the space for power locks. You can't even grab some actuators from a sedan and put them on. There isn't room. :(

[charliekuney]

That is so lame!

[MessyHonda]

yeah i had to get aftermarket ones installed when i did my alarm

[Nio]

1) How hard is it to replace the doors on the 89 Se-i coupe?

2) Why did the gas in my gas tank have a green tint to it?

3) How hard is it to replace the Starter, and where is it located?

4) Where can I get replacement hoses for all the ones in the engine bay?

[charliekuney]

1) How hard is it to replace the doors on the 89 Se-i coupe?

You just have to have something or someone hold it up while you unbolt it. Not sure about the wiring, but I think it unplugs somewhere.


2) Why did the gas in my gas tank have a green tint to it?

Mold? haha


3) How hard is it to replace the Starter, and where is it located?

It's so easy that I can do it! You have to find a green canister looking thing on the passenger side of the engine block. I think there were two foot-long bolts that had to come out.


4) Where can I get replacement hoses for all the ones in the engine bay?

Honda dealer.

[Nio]

You just have to have something or someone hold it up while you unbolt it. Not sure about the wiring, but I think it unplugs somewhere.

Alright sounds easy enough, I wouldn't have to worry about wiring would I? since I'm replacing them with manual windows ones from the hatchy.



Mold? haha

Good thing I plan on replacing the tank and fuel pump. XD



It's so easy that I can do it! You have to find a green canister looking thing on the passenger side of the engine block. I think there were two foot-long bolts that had to come out.

Cool, thank you.



Honda dealer.

That is a surprise. expensive?

[ShyBoyCA6]

that last one you could get them at autozone. i never had a problem with the hoses there.

[Nio]

that last one you could get them at autozone. i never had a problem with the hoses there.


Ahhh yes good old autozone.

How much would it be for maybe all the hoses?

[charliekuney]

You have to worry about getting the wiring out of the door, but it disconnects inside of the door, and probably right inside of it.

[Nio]

You have to worry about getting the wiring out of the door, but it disconnects inside of the door, and probably right inside of it.

Alright, now do I need that wiring for any reason on manual doors?

If not would it be possible to cut the wires if I have to and just tie them off.

[ShyBoyCA6]

Ahhh yes good old autozone.

How much would it be for maybe all the hoses?

like maybe 50 or so? they sell it by feet there.

[Nio]

like maybe 50 or so? they sell it by feet there.

Alright, Thanks, you guys are a big help.

[charliekuney]

Alright, now do I need that wiring for any reason on manual doors?

If not would it be possible to cut the wires if I have to and just tie them off.

Power windows, power mirrors, power locks (sedans). If you don't want those, then no.

[Nio]

Power windows, power mirrors, power locks (sedans). If you don't want those, then no.

Nope don't want any of that. Plus I don't think the hatchy doors I'm getting have those.

Okay, Big thanks charlie.

[visal911]

dont get them...that is alot of money with that you can get some nice 15 inch rims with tires


Thanks man i wont

[lostforawhile]

They were not wired for power locks. The doors required some additional buttressing for crash-proofing and it took up the space for power locks. You can't even grab some actuators from a sedan and put them on. There isn't room. :(

yep, the hatch doors don't have the notch in the door beam for the power locks to fit, all you need are aftermarket actuators

[JDMPrelude23]

i got a 89 accord lxi 5sp... Where is the efi main relay??? i kno under the dash on driver side but which one!!!???

[Nio]

i got a 89 accord lxi 5sp... Where is the efi main relay??? i kno under the dash on driver side but which one!!!???

Its a little black box in the upper part, if I remember right its actually had 2 bolts and is hidden behind a bunch of wires and something else covering it.

[MessyHonda]

i got a 89 accord lxi 5sp... Where is the efi main relay??? i kno under the dash on driver side but which one!!!???

have fun getting to the bolts its better to just leave it there and unplug it and leave the new one tucked in

[Nio]

have fun getting to the bolts its better to just leave it there and unplug it and leave the new one tucked in

Yea I forgot to mention, I agree with Messy on this, when I replaced mine I had to remove all the bolts out of the dash and pull it completely out, I had to remove the gauge cluster to do this, and have the steering column dropped.

*this is the closest picture I have, the phone corrupted everything that was during the install.*
http://i776.photobucket.com/albums/yy41/nionai/My%2089%20Honda%20Accord/SSPX0400.jpg?t=1299558254

[ShyBoyCA6]

Nio i want your car! not being a Se-i has to do with it just like the color :D.

i would so trade my sedan for this haha

[Nio]

You just want my 5 speed :P I love this color but I was debating on painting over it, or at least touching it up.

*btw you like how the steering column is down, and the power is off, But I seem to have a pretty full tank of gas O.o*

[ShyBoyCA6]

nope i dont want the 5spd lol and plus my sedan is a 5spd haha. i just like coupes :D

[SettleMoore]

I have a mt 89 lxi with a blown motor. Suppose I find a running at motor, would it be just as simple as yanking the at off and bolting it on to the mt? Or would adjustments have to be made

[smoothcriminal]

Well guys I just got my first honda, first things first I need to replace the water pump and T-stat... I will get pics up in a few but I just thought I would ask if all of the blasted vacuum lines were actually necessary on the carb? I know that there are carb conversions that clean that mess up but im on a pretty tight budget.

[Nafs Asdf]

Check the howto section for vacuum removal. :)

[smoothcriminal]

WOW... that should be sweet when its done... Thanks

[dacantu]

How do you remove the rear door handles from a sedan?

1. Roll up window or remove
2. Remove two 10mm boltsthrough inside of door (must remove door panel first)
3. Pull on door handle from outside.
4. While handle is still attached to the opening rod turn handle counter clockwise until it has completely come off of the threads on the rod.

You need to install an alarm if you want to do this. Keep in mind our coupes have minimal space for power locking actuuators. That is what has kept me from doing this mod. I have to find some smaller actuators than the ones I have. My 4dr rear handles are just taking up space in storage.

[charliekuney]

I don't even bother to lock my car. No stereo, no aftermarket parts. No one is going to bother with my car.

[Nio]

I don't even bother to lock my car. No stereo, no aftermarket parts. No one is going to bother with my car.

They might mine, *no keys*

which is easier, new locks or just get new keys made?

*and cheaper*

[ShyBoyCA6]

I don't even bother to lock my car. No stereo, no aftermarket parts. No one is going to bother with my car.

didnt even think about the car being stolen. im just saying it wouldn't hurt to be a bit cautious even if you say "who would steal this car". it can happen to anyone at anytime, just a heads up.

[ShyBoyCA6]

ok this is a stupid question:

How do i remove he Auto Transmission?

i know you remove all the bolts and mount but i see the CV axle if im correct where the trans and engine meet. will i require a special tool to do this task?

and how much does the trans weigh?

[rvd]

ive got a Q, as soon as I get 5 posts haha

[dacantu]

Charlie why even do the sedan rear handle mod if it isnt for security purposes?


ok this is a stupid question:

How do i remove he Auto Transmission?

i know you remove all the bolts and mount but i see the CV axle if im correct where the trans and engine meet. will i require a special tool to do this task?

and how much does the trans weigh?

It weighs A LOT!!!
You're going to want to bring it down with a jack. And please mark dont do this mod until you've got yourself a nice pair of jack stands.

You need to remove all bolts on the bell housing, rear T bracket, and trans mount. Axles, trans cooler lines, and starter needs to be removed also.

Look up the 5 speed swap in the how to's its pretty straight forward bro.

[visal911]

How do 16 inch rims effect a 3gee? tires are P195/50R15

thanks

[charliekuney]

Charlie why even do the sedan rear handle mod if it isnt for security purposes?

To get rid of the key holes...?

[lostforawhile]

I don't even bother to lock my car. No stereo, no aftermarket parts. No one is going to bother with my car.

better lock it, people are hauling off,or stealing older cars and chopping them up just for the scrap metal, scrap is high right now, the police really won't care about a 25 year old Honda, that seems to be their general attitude, if a tweaker sees an easy mark like an unlocked old car, they aren't going to care about getting caught, just getting that couple of hundred bucks to get high

[MessyHonda]

yeah i have done this mod for security reasons

[charliekuney]

I don't understand, haha. Anyway, are the sedan handles plug-and-play, so to speak? I was thinking about getting/installing just the right side for now since I never unlock it from the outside and waiting until I get power locks to get/install the driver's side.

[dacantu]

Yes plug and play. I can upload a picture if you'd like I tried mine on to see how they looked but since they're not paint matched I removed em.

[charliekuney]

Lemme see a picture. :)

Oh, oh; other question: was there ever a Monterey Green hatch?

[b345tifall]

what weber carbs can we use there are alot of 32/36 dfavs on craigslist will those mount up with the adapter plates

[dacantu]

Lemme see a picture. :)

Oh, oh; other question: was there ever a Monterey Green hatch?

Ill post one when I get home and no on the Monterey green hatch as far as I know I've never seen one and we have hundreds of 3geez here in phoenix and hundreds more at the junkyards.

[charliekuney]

1) Can I purchase a windshield without the tint at the top?

2) Did 1988-1989 DX's have black trim instead of chrome on the grill on the hood?

4) Did all DX coupes have black trunk liners/material?

5) Did all DX coupes, hatches and sedans not have rear speakers?

6) Did LX's have different factory radios than LX-i's?

7) Did 1988 LX-i's have different factory radios than 1989 LX-i's?

[firefighterwhite89]

My 86' LXi Came with 6" alpine speakers all around, and an Alpine Cassette Head Unit. Head unit still works to this day. The speakers, are fkn glorious too, with my JVC head unit.:bow:

[HERBERT]

Did they make fixed headlights hatches, coupes, or aerodecks.

[2drSE-i]

Did they make fixed headlights hatches, coupes, or areodecks. Is that how you spell it

Nope, not sure why either as the Aerodeck and Hatch were made in Japan I believe.

[ShyBoyCA6]

Did they make fixed headlights hatches, coupes, or areodecks. Is that how you spell it

no coupes or hatches were made with fixed lights. i think the areodeck takes the place for coupe and hatch.

[charliekuney]

Oooooooh, another question:

I know that the sedan's tail lights changed with the facelift, but did the hatch's change as well? I swear, some hatches have one bulb on each side and some have two...

[lostforawhile]

Oooooooh, another question:

I know that the sedan's tail lights changed with the facelift, but did the hatch's change as well? I swear, some hatches have one bulb on each side and some have two...

no they are all the same, 86-89, I have a set of 89 right now i'm going to put on the 86, no difference

[firefighterwhite89]

http://i875.photobucket.com/albums/ab320/firefighterwhite89/thermowaxvalve.jpg

Is there ANY true point to that thermowax valve i've circled in red? I've broken 3 now in a 6 month period, so i solved the problem of poor engineering(Plastic isn't made for 140*F+.) I blocked that bitch off with a 3$ brass end cap, compared to $50+ to break it again sooner or later.
Does it serve ANY purpose, that i'd need it?

BTW, i know that's of a carbed A20. It's all i could find. All my F.I. info covers NOTHING on the thermowax valve.

[lostforawhile]

http://i875.photobucket.com/albums/ab320/firefighterwhite89/thermowaxvalve.jpg

Is there ANY true point to that thermowax valve i've circled in red? I've broken 3 now in a 6 month period, so i solved the problem of poor engineering(Plastic isn't made for 140*F+.) I blocked that bitch off with a 3$ brass end cap, compared to $50+ to break it again sooner or later.
Does it serve ANY purpose, that i'd need it?

BTW, i know that's of a carbed A20. It's all i could find. All my F.I. info covers NOTHING on the thermowax valve.

I believe it has something to do with the advance, but I can't remember off the top of my head

[Dr_Snooz]

BTW, i know that's of a carbed A20. It's all i could find. All my F.I. info covers NOTHING on the thermowax valve.

There is no thermowax valve on the FI cars.

[firefighterwhite89]

There is no thermowax valve on the FI cars.

Actually there is. I'd bet $100 on it. Any parts store can verify that. I've replaced the sorry mthr fkr 3 times, now on my 4th. Maybe the 88-89's didn't have them, but my 86' has one on the thermostat housing right before the thermostat, AND the other two F.I. preludes(86 and 87) both had the exact same thermowax valves which i used the valves from til i broke them. It's a really shitty design, as plastic doesn't withstand high temps very long without weakening and it's right there by the vacuum advance to where you brush it, and it breaks in two. Can anyone explain to me what it's for exactly? i just connected both vacuum lines together like the valve is always open. Seems to affect nothing at all...

[b345tifall]

just did an engine swap and mechanical secondary conversion and can get it to turn over but can not get it to start its spraying fuel when i try to start it think it is the fuel because fuel in the tanks is 2 years old my step dad thinks the timings off maybe both ?

[lostforawhile]

just did an engine swap and mechanical secondary conversion and can get it to turn over but can not get it to start its spraying fuel when i try to start it think it is the fuel because fuel in the tanks is 2 years old my step dad thinks the timings off maybe both ?

uh maby it's the two year old fuel? :facepalm: now that the carb,fuel pump,and lines, as well as both filters are full of that, you have a mess, i have a good used pump if you need to buy one,if it's been submeged in that crap two years, you need one soon

[Nio]

well. >.> I kind had 8 year old fuel in my system. XD still worked after cleaning it out alot.

[b345tifall]

ill try putting new gas in the tank and replacing the filters and see what happens

[Pico]

Which fan is the a/c condensor fan, the one on the passenger side or drivers side?

[firefighterwhite89]

Which fan is the a/c condensor fan, the one on the passenger side or drivers side?

drivers side i've been told. I always thought they were both for cooling the radiator, not a compressor...

[Pico]

drivers side i've been told. I always thought they were both for cooling the radiator, not a compressor...

time to put a toggle switch on the a/c fan..thanks for the confirmation

[2geetrey]

I've been thinking about doing the Weber carb Conversion in my 83 accord. How do I figure out if I have an 8 or 12 valve engine? The data plate on the door doesn't say and I've looked all over the engine bay and couldn't find anything there.

[charliekuney]

I believe all US-market 1983 Accords had the 12-valve EK1.

[2geetrey]

I believe all US-market 1983 Accords had the 12-valve EK1.

I saw that on the accord wiki page, it also said that was the year they started making hondas in the US, but mine was made in Japan so I didn't know if it was different

[Dr_Snooz]

It should say on the valve cover. They were pretty proud of the 12-valve engines at that time. If it's stamped steel, it's probably only 8. You could always remove the cover and count the valves too.

[1988lilcasper]

I'm new at this so bare with me I just bought a 1988 Honda accord and I want to know what type of coolant does it require , I think I put the wrong one in and I'm also trying to flush It before its too late , I only drove it atound the block I hope I didnt do too much damage

[lostforawhile]

what did you put in it? just use some regular prestone at 50/50 and you'll be fine

[1988lilcasper]

Hello everyone I just currently purchased an automatic 1988 Honda accord dx 4 door and I noticed that at stop lights the car shakes a little and the rpm needle is just below the one but when I cold start it the rpm is between 2and 3 I really dont know about this car but really want to know more about it , also I wanted to know why when I turn on my headlights my tail lights and dash lights go off but when I have only my dash lights on my twilights work ,hope u guys can help me out thanks

[1988lilcasper]

How do I flush It because I didn't know I had to mix the coolant I'm so stupid . Don't mind that post I read the bottle it said do not add water so Im ok with that .

[1988lilcasper]

I have a problem with the electrical in my 1988 Honda accord dx sedan , when I turn on my headlights my dash lights turn off and taillights but the break lights work ,but if I turn on my dash lights my tail lights work but I cant get my headlights on . Sounds confusing if u need me to explain better let me know , and I also changed my reverse light bulb because it was out .

[Dr_Snooz]

How do I flush It because I didn't know I had to mix the coolant I'm so stupid . Don't mind that post I read the bottle it said do not add water so Im ok with that .

Running the coolant full strength won't hurt anything. If you're worried, drain some out and refill with water. You want to use the green coolant. Stay away from the orange coolant or anything labeled as being for DexCool.

[charliekuney]

Can I use these small lug nuts on my car? They are half the size of the ones that came with my first car, but they have the same amount of thread.

http://i53.tinypic.com/9urn8i.jpg

[A18A]

yup

[ShyBoyCA6]

why can't we have another accord of the month? wouldn't hurt to have one for 2012 :D hope i can be a candidate :)

[dacantu]

why can't we have another accord of the month? wouldn't hurt to have one for 2012 :D hope i can be a candidate :)

Itll take lots of work for us new members to become aom or aoy before some veterans on the side Mark.

I do agree we needs the AOM nominations back to bring some life back to this site.

[LulamaeA20A3]

Looking for worthwhile investments into my 89 honda accord lxi coupe. I had found tokico hp blue shocks and H&R lowering springs for a more performance mod. to my suspension.

Would it be worth it to install and keep them in after future anticipation of doing an engine swap & upgrade to a 6 speed manual transmission (years down the line)?

[MessyHonda]

Looking for worthwhile investments into my 89 honda accord lxi coupe. I had found tokico hp blue shocks and H&R lowering springs for a more performance mod. to my suspension.

Would it be worth it to install and keep them in after future anticipation of doing an engine swap & upgrade to a 6 speed manual transmission (years down the line)?

i had the same set up. but i had the neuspeed lowering springs that are 1.5 inch drop. its prob a good idea as the stock shocks are probably blown

[LulamaeA20A3]

Thanks-at 218k plus miles I think so. I mainly feel a need to modify when I go around sharper turns like round-abouts a little faster. It doesn't hop or anything like too soft, just want to make her solid. CV boots I know to check and last year my tie rod stripped threads & I lost steering and ability to drive since FR drive. What other tests should I look for with suspension and steering that might be worn?

[Dr_Snooz]

Why does Honda tell us to bleed our brakes starting at the closest brake to the master cylinder when every other car starts with the farthest?