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Sacrifice's K20 DA9 Build Running
Bought the car in Feb of 2017 after searching occasionally for another project car. I have owned a '94 dc2, '94 ej1, and '99 dc2 in my honda experience. As well as a KA-T '91 240sx and '03 350z. The honda cars seemed to be calling my name though and i found this one in Kentucky while working there over a summer.
It is a '93 DA9 with ~123k miles on the body. It had the original b18b1 running but on its near last leg. So i decided i was going to k-swap this thing and have a fun car for daily/roadcourse down the road. SEE POST 2 FOR BUILD LIST. Feb 2017: https://twstatic.net/attachments/img...5-jpg.1387550/ October 2018: https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/honda-t...5592288b26.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/honda-t...0669cf2257.jpg |
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Engine/Trans:
2004 RSX-S K20A2 w/ 6sp Transmission (from LKQ, unknown mileage) ACT Street-Lite Flywheel (11lbs) ACT HD Clutch Kit (AR1-HDSS: 255Ft/Lb Capacity) K-Tuned Ram Style Header K-Tuned Throttle Cable & Bracket K-Tuned Shifter Cable Grommet K-Tuned Adjustable EP3 Pulley (Not Used Since Power Steering Install) K-Tuned Universal 3" CAI w/ Velocity Stack K-Tuned RSX Billet Shifter w/ Shifter Stops & Race Spec Shifter Cables K-Tuned IAT Adapter Hush Performance Cable To Hydro Setup Innovative K-swap Mounts (75A Durometer) Thermal R&D 3" Exhaust Insane Axles Intermediate Shaft (500hp) 02-06 RSX-S Driver Axle (Insane Axles 500hp Rating) 06-11 Civic Si Passenger Axle, Spare Insane Axles k-swap passenger Jackson Racing Power Steering Pulley (p/n: 052-154) w/ Summit Racing Belt (p/n: BAN-7PK1320, 7 Rib/52.00in Length) New Starter (Acura Re-man) New Power Steering Pump (ACURA OEM) Fuel: Karcepts Fuel Rail AEM Fuel Pump 320LPH, E85 Compatible (50-1220) Aeromotive A1000-6 FPR Aeromotive Inline 40 Micron Fuel Filter (SKU:12348) RDX Injectors Jegs Fuel Pressure Gauge Cooling: Mishimoto RSX Full Size Radiator (2 core) Mishimoto RSX Fan Shroud w/ E-Fans K-Tuned RSX Silicone Hoses K-Tuned RSX Fan Switch K-Tuned Coolant Temp Sensor K-Tuned Temp Sensor Adapter K-Tuned Heater Hose Adapter K-Tuned Bolt On Radiator Stays Suspension: Ground Control Special Purpose Coilovers 550F/450R lb/in springs. (consist of custom valved Koni yellow shocks, extended top hats, bumpstops, 94-01 integra front shock forks) K-Tuned Traction Bar Hard Race Front UCAs Hard Race Full Bushing Set Hard Race Rear Camber Arms Hard Race Rear Toe Arms Blackworks Racing Billet Rear Lower Control Arms Wheels: 15x7+35 Enkei RPF1 205/55/15 Yokohama S-Drives Karcepts 36mm Kswap Hubs LS Meshies (full set) Brakes: ITR Front Calipers Mini-Cooper Front Rotors (280mm, non-s cooper) TSX Front Pads RSX Rear Calipers EP3 Si Rear Rotors New Centric Master Cylinder (Aug-8-18) Electrical: Rywire K-swap Adapter Harness Hondata Kpro v4 K-Tuned Engine Harness Prosport JDM Style Oil Pressure Gauge Prosport JDM Style Wideband Gauge Ultragauge EM+ Other: StrutKing Pedal Covers Hybrid Racing Power Steering Conversion Kit Corbeau Forza Seats (x2) AutoPower 4pt Race Roll Bar G-Force 5pt Cam Lock Harness (x2) Seibon CF OEM Style Hood JDP Rear Lip Spoiler NRG 320mm Steering Wheel w/ Quick Release 2.0 & Hub Adapter Acuity BPST to NPT Adaptor (Not Installed) Blox Oil Filter Relocate (Not Installed) IntegraXSI Front Manual Seatbelts/Panels (waiting from HmotorsOnline) |
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This post contains a history of updates from March 2017 to January 2018:
March 2017:
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Pulled the trigger on trying to get power steering working with this swap: ordered a new power steering pump and Hybrid Racing's p/s conversion kit.
found some oem carpet without holes. but it smells a funk and needs some deeeeeep cleaning before i dye it black. at least it will fit correctly in the end compared to the stockinterior.com carpet. also ordered some Loyd's floor mats so that once this is dyed im not continually putting wear on it https://twstatic.net/attachments/201...7-jpg.2545231/ |
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Originally Posted by SacrificedK
(Post 51543640)
Engine/Trans:
2004 RSX-S K20A2 w/ 6sp Transmission ACT Street-Lite Flywheel (11lbs) ACT HD Clutch Kit (AR1-HDSS) K-Tuned Ram Style Header K-Tuned Throttle Cable & Bracket K-Tuned Shifter Cable Grommet K-Tuned Adjustable EP3 Pulley K-Tuned Universal 3" CAI w/ Velocity Stack K-Tuned RSX Billet Shifter w/ Shifter Stops & Race Spec Shifter Cables K-Tuned IAT Adapter Hush Performance Cable To Hydro Setup Innovative K-swap Mounts Thermal R&D 3" Exhaust Insane Axles Intermediate Shaft (500hp) Insane Axles (500hp) Fuel: Karcepts Fuel Rail AEM Fuel Pump 320LPH, E85 Compatible (50-1220) Aeromotive A1000-6 FPR Aeromotive Inline Fuel Filter (12348) Misc AN Fittings to 3/8 in Hose Barbs Jegs Fuel Pressure Gauge Cooling: Mishimoto RSX Full Size Radiator (2 core) Mishimoto RSX Fan Shroud w/ E-Fans K-Tuned RSX Silicone Hoses K-Tuned RSX Fan Switch K-Tuned Coolant Temp Sensor K-Tuned Temp Sensor Adapter K-Tuned Heater Hose Adapter Suspension: Skunk2 Front UCAs Ground Control Special Purpose Coilovers 550F/450R lb/in springs. (consist of custom valved Koni yellow shocks, extended top hats, bumpstops, 94-01 integra front shock forks) Blackworks Racing Billet Rear Lower Control Arms Hard Race Full Bushing Set K-Tuned Traction Bar Hard Race Rear Camber Arms Hard Race Rear Toe Arms Wheels: 15x7+35 Enkei RPF1 205/55/15 Yokohama S-Drives Karcepts 36mm Kswap Hubs Brakes: ITR Front Calipers Mini-Cooper Front Rotors (280mm, non-s cooper) TSX Front Pads RSX Rear Calipers EP3 Si Rear Rotors Electrical: Rywire K-swap Adapter Harness Hondata Kpro v4 K-Tuned Engine Harness K-Tuned Immobilizer Bypass (Not Used) Prosport JDM Style Oil Pressure Gauge Prosport JDM Style Wideband Gauge Other: StrutKing Pedal Covers Acuity BPST to NPT Adaptor (Not Used) Blox Oil Filter Relocate (Not Used) Corbeau Forza Seats Hybrid Racing Power Steering Conversion Kit https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/honda-t...b770ec16b9.jpg |
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Originally Posted by Freedo_Civegra
(Post 51552481)
Nice! I see you're running pretty much the same front brake setup as I am. What knuckles are you using? karcepts hubs allow the use of the larger rsx axle with the k20 too. quick picture at the local park https://twstatic.net/attachments/201...2-jpg.2546903/ |
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Originally Posted by SacrificedK
(Post 51552485)
im running stock da spindles if thats what youre asking (not sure?).
karcepts hubs allow the use of the larger rsx axle with the k20 too. I'm using DC2 knuckles with all the same brake stuff as you, but on my EK and using 32mm GSR hubs... Isn't that brake setup great? 100% bolt on with all stock parts (just from different cars, LOL)! No redrilling rotors or anything screwy like that! 2000 Prelude and 2000 ITR use the same calipers, and the ITR uses the same knuckles as the '95 GSR I got my knuckles from. I'm glad to see your wheels fit over the brakes! Anything less than 15" is pretty much no-go, huh? |
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Originally Posted by Freedo_Civegra
(Post 51552527)
My definition of a knuckle is the thing that houses the wheel bearing and that the control arms attach to. I'm using DC2 knuckles with all the same brake stuff as you, but on my EK and using 32mm GSR hubs... Isn't that brake setup great? 100% bolt on with all stock parts (just from different cars, LOL)! No redrilling rotors or anything screwy like that! 2000 Prelude and 2000 ITR use the same calipers, and the ITR uses the same knuckles as the '95 GSR I got my knuckles from. I'm glad to see your wheels fit over the brakes! Anything less than 15" is pretty much no-go, huh? definitely feels nice. i read the itr has a larger brake m/c (1inch vs 15/16th) though to remove some squishy-ness in the pedal. also debated about doing a 5lug swap. 15" is definitely the smallest. i actually had to take a grinder to the front calipers to fit them under the RPF1 |
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Installed some hood struts (Sokie-Tech brand, first impressions seem nice) and a spark plug cover to finally hide the harness under.
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Went to install the power steering pump at stock location and ran into the typical problem with swap cars. The power steering pulley hits the hood and wont let it shut. I was able to locate the Jackson Racing P/S pulley #052-154 (Motorvation Motorsports in AL) with help from another member. Should be here this weekend. hoping it will clear the hood at this point otherwise ill be giving the k-tuned power steering relocation a shot.
Waiting on a few other parts to arrive: Autopower 4pt rollbar, Seibon CF hood. To Do: Install G-Force harnesses when roll bar arrives/installed Fix clutch master cylinder leak Wire e-fans Replace blower motor Test passenger window motor clean/dye oem carpet install standalone wideband/oil pressure gauge fix horns |
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Originally Posted by SacrificedK
(Post 51552577)
ah yeah i call that the spindle since its all one piece on hondas. so i just have stock DA ones and the brakes bolt on as well.
definitely feels nice. i read the itr has a larger brake m/c (1inch vs 15/16th) though to remove some squishy-ness in the pedal. also debated about doing a 5lug swap. 15" is definitely the smallest. i actually had to take a grinder to the front calipers to fit them under the RPF1 You had to grind the calipers? I always feel like imma crack my calipers in half when I do something like that! Lol but that's just a phobia... |
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Originally Posted by Freedo_Civegra
(Post 51564173)
It does have a larger m/c. I read that there are more 4-lug options than 5-lug options for 15-16" wheels, but idk. But what does that matter if we can fit big brakes onto a 4-lug? I'm putting 10.2" rotors on my rear brakes (pretty much for aesthetics). You had to grind the calipers? I always feel like imma crack my calipers in half when I do something like that! Lol but that's just a phobia... yeah i had to grind them a bit before the cleared the wheel. im not worried about it though, plenty of material still |
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love the DA!!
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Originally Posted by Ls_dx
(Post 51572138)
love the DA!!
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Power steering works in the car now. I used an oem rsx-s pump, hybrid racing's power steering conversion kit, 6an cap, k-tuned low pressure swivel fitting, 3/8 to 1/4 barb.
the pressure line that comes with the kit fits with one of the rack adapters to connect the input side of the rack. I used the spare adapter and 6an cap to plug the port that originally went to the vss. 3/8 inch to 1/4 inch barb is for the rack to reservoir hose. the oe reservoir is 3/8 but the rack has 1/4 inch. i may need to grind down the low pressure fitting slightly though in order to not rub the carbon hood when it comes. havent been able to locate a slimmer fitting. |
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Update:
Placed an order for a JDP "rear spoiler" and waiting on the JDM 3pt seatbelts to arrive from HMotors as well. Still need to replace the blower motor, install standalone wideband/oil pressure gauge, clean iacv (occasionally dies when coming down to idle) the list of stuff I have gotten done the past few months
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Love that radiator! I wish one like that would fit in my J-swapped Civic. |
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Originally Posted by Freedo_Civegra
(Post 51678697)
Love that radiator! I wish one like that would fit in my J-swapped Civic. |
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Looking good! |
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Originally Posted by Freedo_Civegra
(Post 51708712)
Looking good! |
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installed the prosport wideband last night. unsure if this is the final location but it works well here
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beautiful car with a dream swap!. good work
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