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    Jdm a20a3

    I started ripping my old engine and tranny out to make room for a JDM A20A3.
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    Here's the motor before:


    The old motor and trans:


    Started cleaning the bay a bit:


    How she is at this moment:


    I still have to paint some parts and clean a little more, but the new motor and trans should be in by Sunday.

    Heres a couple of goodies I'm putting in too:


    Honda window visors, Ractive 9mm plug wires and I re-painted my Pacesetter's with VHT's Flame Proof Header paint. Generic intake for the 87 Prelude Si(A20A3) and I may not use the Weapon-R coilovers.

    I'm really hoping to get my car the way I want by the end of the year.

    More updates and pics to come...............................
    Last edited by ACE_14; 04-20-2010 at 09:28 PM.
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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Progress is looking good so far. I love it when people clean their engine bay while the motor's out & paint random bits to go back on. Makes the finished result look so much better (Y) Just thought i'd point out there's no such thing as a JDM A20A3, only a JDM "A20A" with nothing on the end

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    indeed all jdm motors came carbed apart from b20a

    america ftw in that case

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Quote Originally Posted by AccordB20A View Post
    indeed all jdm motors came carbed apart from b20a

    america ftw in that case



    good luck with the project!! looks like its gonna be sweet!

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Quote Originally Posted by AccordB20A View Post
    indeed all jdm motors came carbed apart from b20a
    Quote Originally Posted by A18A View Post
    Just thought i'd point out there's no such thing as a JDM A20A3, only a JDM "A20A" with nothing on the end
    Really?

    What about the JDM Accord Coupe?

    This car is totally JDM but build in America and imported in Japan. It's engine is the A20A3 with the serial number 5000001+ for both years it was made. They came with an automatic F4 transmission only with serial number 8000001+ for 88 and 9000001+ for 89.

    This is how you can tell which year the engine is exactly (if the tranny hasn't been replaced).

    This is a true JDM car but it's LHD.

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Quote Originally Posted by A18A View Post
    Progress is looking good so far. I love it when people clean their engine bay while the motor's out & paint random bits to go back on. Makes the finished result look so much better (Y) Just thought i'd point out there's no such thing as a JDM A20A3, only a JDM "A20A" with nothing on the end
    There is not a JDM A20A3? Why if you google it it shows one for the 1998-99 honda accords? They say its a 1955cc,122hp,9.3:1 compression non vtec sohc motor? Im just asking because i seen this but thought it was a missprint sence it said 1998-99 accords?

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    well the usdm a20a3 matchs thoses specs whats it matter if its jdm or usdm same engine lol

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Well, wether it's JDM or not, ah well. It's got wayyyyy less miles than mine, no blown headgasket and looks to be in better shape. I needed something fairly cheap, but would last me awhile. Weather's alot better today, I'll see if I can get some more pics.
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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Progress is looking good, Can't wait to see more
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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Fresh Paint on the Block:






    Some Painted things and I wrapped the Harness in Red electical tape:
    I may used the Stock air box at first for a bit:
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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Here's a couple with the Painted Oil Pan and Pacesetter Headers mocked up:







    I know I need to clean the Valve Cover. Things keep coming up and I'm getting pressed for time. The Block and Tranny will be in the car by Sunday though. They have to be, I need to return the engine hoist on Monday.
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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    thats fresh man

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    thats alot of red.

    very nice tho. looks like its gonna be a good swap.

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Hmmm do I see Konis?

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Yes, Brand New in box Konis. They were just used for Display so a bit dusty and some paint chips, but NEVER installed.

    Ya, I started to get a little crazy with the Red, so I stopped.I think it'll look O.K. under the hood though. If not, I can always change it later.
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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Quote Originally Posted by ACE_14 View Post
    Yes, Brand New in box Konis. They were just used for Display so a bit dusty and some paint chips, but NEVER installed.

    Ya, I started to get a little crazy with the Red, so I stopped.I think it'll look O.K. under the hood though. If not, I can always change it later.
    OMFG! Nice score

    You got twice as lucky as my, I found a never been installed rear pair, but still hunting for the fronts.

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    do you plan to 5speed swap her in the future? and more details on that 85 supra? i love those cars!

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    She's all back together and on the street again. Finally!




    The Motor:



    $5 Trans Cooler from Junk Yard:



    $10 Axle Back from Junk Yard:
    It has a DNX Tip on it




    Energy Suspension Motor Mount insert on side Mount:



    I just need to replace my Master Cylinder and She'll last me a long time. I'm soooooo glad She's running again.
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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    what app is that insert from. Very intresting.


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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    It's one that I had left over from my '90 Civic HB D15B. It's the Rear Motor Mount insert. Slides right in.
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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    very sweet man looks clean! and our clear coats on the fender match!, my hood just has the whole paint flaking off to rusted metal tho insted of clear coat but fender matchs


    and pleaseeee pleasssee please!! paint the faded trim satin black!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <3
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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    I don't know that I'd put in just one motor mount insert. It may prematurely wear out the others...

    But nice car!

    Of course I'm lazy. If I wanted to work on my car I'd have gotten a DSM
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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    i didn't think good things would come of that red harness, but i actually don't hate it installed. wouldn't do it to mine, but hey, your car! ditch the wheels and drop it and maybe spraypaint it or something.

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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Quote Originally Posted by ACE_14 View Post
    It's one that I had left over from my '90 Civic HB D15B. It's the Rear Motor Mount insert. Slides right in.
    cool beans. might have to give me a part number LOl....great work thou bro


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    Re: Jdm a20a3

    Quote Originally Posted by Rendon LX-i View Post
    cool beans. might have to give me a part number LOl....great work thou bro
    im poly-filling about 15 mounts for me and some buds tomorrow!

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