J32a2 too lazy
09-29-2011, 07:42 PM
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J32a2 too lazy
I am too lazy to post extra pics. and info., so this is taken straight from j32a.com. I have alot more pics., but no vids. yet. Also, these pics are not taken on some awesome camera, so you'll just have to deal with it:
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.
I had to store my motor until I got a garage. Thanks a ton Ben.
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.
The water temp sensor was then installed.
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.
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.
The radiator was a tight fit.
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.
I have about 3 inches of ground clearance.
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:
Haha just kidding.
There is still a good bit of stuff I would like to fix and do to the car. Exhaust, Intake, hood, new wheels/tires, brakes, and suspension are next on the list. Hope you enjoy!
Kevin
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.
I had to store my motor until I got a garage. Thanks a ton Ben.
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.
The water temp sensor was then installed.
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.
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.
The radiator was a tight fit.
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.
I have about 3 inches of ground clearance.
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:
Haha just kidding.
There is still a good bit of stuff I would like to fix and do to the car. Exhaust, Intake, hood, new wheels/tires, brakes, and suspension are next on the list. Hope you enjoy!
Kevin
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Re: J32a2 too lazy
Great first swap.
When you do it big and right the first time, you always wonder how other people can be so hasty and be okay with half-*** swaps.
When you do it big and right the first time, you always wonder how other people can be so hasty and be okay with half-*** swaps.
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I waxed the car for the first time the other day and snapped a picture. This will be a super slow build as I want to make sure that I have enough money. I am currently searching for jobs, so hopefully I will order wheels and suspension soon. I already know what I want, just waiting.
Kevin
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Re: J32a2 too lazy
I LOVE LOVE LOVE the sleeper look.
Don't go all fancy... if anything go 5 lug and just get big steelies. Would be more expensive obviously but would really keep this awesome sleeper theme going.
Great build!!!
Don't go all fancy... if anything go 5 lug and just get big steelies. Would be more expensive obviously but would really keep this awesome sleeper theme going.
Great build!!!
