What Can Be Harvested From a First Gen CR-V?
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What Can Be Harvested From a First Gen CR-V?
Hi everyone! I've got a relatively unique situation on my hands that I thought I'd bring before this community to gather some thoughts on. I recently bought a 2000 CR-V, Five speed and bone stock. The only problem is: I can't register it. So I was wondering what parts from it would be worth saving?
- I've heard that the drive-train is good to save for possible AWD conversions on other Hondas/Minis.
- B20 could be a cool non-VTEC swap in place of something SOHC.
- Gauge cluster would be rad in a EK generation civic since it's like the same car.
- I've also heard that some parts from the B20 are used in a B-Series swap as well and maybe the drive gears are decent when put in a civic too?
Let me know if any of that is true or worth looking into!
- I've heard that the drive-train is good to save for possible AWD conversions on other Hondas/Minis.
- B20 could be a cool non-VTEC swap in place of something SOHC.
- Gauge cluster would be rad in a EK generation civic since it's like the same car.
- I've also heard that some parts from the B20 are used in a B-Series swap as well and maybe the drive gears are decent when put in a civic too?
Let me know if any of that is true or worth looking into!
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Re: What Can Be Harvested From a First Gen CR-V?
Hi everyone! I've got a relatively unique situation on my hands that I thought I'd bring before this community to gather some thoughts on. I recently bought a 2000 CR-V, Five speed and bone stock. The only problem is: I can't register it. So I was wondering what parts from it would be worth saving?
- I've heard that the drive-train is good to save for possible AWD conversions on other Hondas/Minis.
- B20 could be a cool non-VTEC swap in place of something SOHC.
- Gauge cluster would be rad in a EK generation civic since it's like the same car.
- I've also heard that some parts from the B20 are used in a B-Series swap as well and maybe the drive gears are decent when put in a civic too?
Let me know if any of that is true or worth looking into!
- I've heard that the drive-train is good to save for possible AWD conversions on other Hondas/Minis.
- B20 could be a cool non-VTEC swap in place of something SOHC.
- Gauge cluster would be rad in a EK generation civic since it's like the same car.
- I've also heard that some parts from the B20 are used in a B-Series swap as well and maybe the drive gears are decent when put in a civic too?
Let me know if any of that is true or worth looking into!
B) the rear diff, driveshaft, and transmission, rear trailing arms, axles, basically everything drivetrain related should be kept if considering an AWD conversion.
C) Yes, relatively easy swap.
D) again, yes, easy swap.
E) drivegears are a bit long due to it not being a 'sporty' vehicle. But if you want an awd vehicle, then you'll need the transmission, so you'll need to deal with it. Just put a big turbo on and go WEEEEEEE!
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Re: What Can Be Harvested From a First Gen CR-V?
A) why can't you register it?
B) the rear diff, driveshaft, and transmission, rear trailing arms, axles, basically everything drivetrain related should be kept if considering an AWD conversion.
C) Yes, relatively easy swap.
D) again, yes, easy swap.
E) drivegears are a bit long due to it not being a 'sporty' vehicle. But if you want an awd vehicle, then you'll need the transmission, so you'll need to deal with it. Just put a big turbo on and go WEEEEEEE!
B) the rear diff, driveshaft, and transmission, rear trailing arms, axles, basically everything drivetrain related should be kept if considering an AWD conversion.
C) Yes, relatively easy swap.
D) again, yes, easy swap.
E) drivegears are a bit long due to it not being a 'sporty' vehicle. But if you want an awd vehicle, then you'll need the transmission, so you'll need to deal with it. Just put a big turbo on and go WEEEEEEE!
- It needs too much bodywork to pass VA inspection due to some nice rust.
- It was one of those "bought it in the dark" kinda deals and the mileage doesn't match between the odometer and the title which VA also doesn't like.
Also, I really don't have any specific plans for any of it. I'm just trying to see what use I can get out of it since I'm currently the proud owner of some sick lawn ornamentation.
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Re: What Can Be Harvested From a First Gen CR-V?
That's a bummer. Did you run a Carfax on it to see if there were any mileage discrepancies? If you post (or PM me) the VIN I can let you know if anything funny shows up. It may be too little too late, but I offer you the option in case you're curious. I'd be.
As for stuff worth keeping, accessories are always nice. If it's an EX, the aluminum wheels might be worth keeping (though they do take up some space). Beyond that, if it's got a roof rack, or for the love of god those impossible to find "sport trim" bars that bolt on under the sides and rear could make you a rich man! Hell, if you had those I just might be interested! I'm in Maryland so you may not be that far from me! The factory bumper guard is also a near-impossibility, so if you've got that thing its worth its weight in bitcoin. If the front-lower engine mount has been recently replaced it would be good to keep (in the case that you're thinking of buying another 1st gen that's in better shape). You'll replace that before too long. If it has the original Honda distributor, just unbolt that thing and take it off whole. The ignition coil and ignitor (if original Honda parts) are handy to have an extra laying around because they tend to go bad and diagnosing them is more tricky than throwing in a "known good". The picnic table in the rear cargo area seems to be something that people compulsively collect, and the little plastic hook that is in the rear hatch I often find broken on junkyard cars so I assume it might be a nice thing to offer for sale. If the headlights aren't glazed over, they're worth a decent amount on the used market I think. The stock ones tend to cloud from UV damage and aftermarket headlights are usually a gamble because they tend to be cheaply made. Clean "original" Honda capsules are hard to find. Rear seat head rests are often lost so if you've still got those they might be worth selling. If you've got a rear cargo liner or the rear cargo cover (the one that works like a window shade), those are probably pretty easy to move items.
Probably not an exhaustive list, but those are the things I'd consider!
As for stuff worth keeping, accessories are always nice. If it's an EX, the aluminum wheels might be worth keeping (though they do take up some space). Beyond that, if it's got a roof rack, or for the love of god those impossible to find "sport trim" bars that bolt on under the sides and rear could make you a rich man! Hell, if you had those I just might be interested! I'm in Maryland so you may not be that far from me! The factory bumper guard is also a near-impossibility, so if you've got that thing its worth its weight in bitcoin. If the front-lower engine mount has been recently replaced it would be good to keep (in the case that you're thinking of buying another 1st gen that's in better shape). You'll replace that before too long. If it has the original Honda distributor, just unbolt that thing and take it off whole. The ignition coil and ignitor (if original Honda parts) are handy to have an extra laying around because they tend to go bad and diagnosing them is more tricky than throwing in a "known good". The picnic table in the rear cargo area seems to be something that people compulsively collect, and the little plastic hook that is in the rear hatch I often find broken on junkyard cars so I assume it might be a nice thing to offer for sale. If the headlights aren't glazed over, they're worth a decent amount on the used market I think. The stock ones tend to cloud from UV damage and aftermarket headlights are usually a gamble because they tend to be cheaply made. Clean "original" Honda capsules are hard to find. Rear seat head rests are often lost so if you've still got those they might be worth selling. If you've got a rear cargo liner or the rear cargo cover (the one that works like a window shade), those are probably pretty easy to move items.
Probably not an exhaustive list, but those are the things I'd consider!
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Re: What Can Be Harvested From a First Gen CR-V?
That's a bummer. Did you run a Carfax on it to see if there were any mileage discrepancies? If you post (or PM me) the VIN I can let you know if anything funny shows up. It may be too little too late, but I offer you the option in case you're curious. I'd be.
As for stuff worth keeping, accessories are always nice. If it's an EX, the aluminum wheels might be worth keeping (though they do take up some space). Beyond that, if it's got a roof rack, or for the love of god those impossible to find "sport trim" bars that bolt on under the sides and rear could make you a rich man! Hell, if you had those I just might be interested! I'm in Maryland so you may not be that far from me! The factory bumper guard is also a near-impossibility, so if you've got that thing its worth its weight in bitcoin. If the front-lower engine mount has been recently replaced it would be good to keep (in the case that you're thinking of buying another 1st gen that's in better shape). You'll replace that before too long. If it has the original Honda distributor, just unbolt that thing and take it off whole. The ignition coil and ignitor (if original Honda parts) are handy to have an extra laying around because they tend to go bad and diagnosing them is more tricky than throwing in a "known good". The picnic table in the rear cargo area seems to be something that people compulsively collect, and the little plastic hook that is in the rear hatch I often find broken on junkyard cars so I assume it might be a nice thing to offer for sale. If the headlights aren't glazed over, they're worth a decent amount on the used market I think. The stock ones tend to cloud from UV damage and aftermarket headlights are usually a gamble because they tend to be cheaply made. Clean "original" Honda capsules are hard to find. Rear seat head rests are often lost so if you've still got those they might be worth selling. If you've got a rear cargo liner or the rear cargo cover (the one that works like a window shade), those are probably pretty easy to move items.
Probably not an exhaustive list, but those are the things I'd consider!
As for stuff worth keeping, accessories are always nice. If it's an EX, the aluminum wheels might be worth keeping (though they do take up some space). Beyond that, if it's got a roof rack, or for the love of god those impossible to find "sport trim" bars that bolt on under the sides and rear could make you a rich man! Hell, if you had those I just might be interested! I'm in Maryland so you may not be that far from me! The factory bumper guard is also a near-impossibility, so if you've got that thing its worth its weight in bitcoin. If the front-lower engine mount has been recently replaced it would be good to keep (in the case that you're thinking of buying another 1st gen that's in better shape). You'll replace that before too long. If it has the original Honda distributor, just unbolt that thing and take it off whole. The ignition coil and ignitor (if original Honda parts) are handy to have an extra laying around because they tend to go bad and diagnosing them is more tricky than throwing in a "known good". The picnic table in the rear cargo area seems to be something that people compulsively collect, and the little plastic hook that is in the rear hatch I often find broken on junkyard cars so I assume it might be a nice thing to offer for sale. If the headlights aren't glazed over, they're worth a decent amount on the used market I think. The stock ones tend to cloud from UV damage and aftermarket headlights are usually a gamble because they tend to be cheaply made. Clean "original" Honda capsules are hard to find. Rear seat head rests are often lost so if you've still got those they might be worth selling. If you've got a rear cargo liner or the rear cargo cover (the one that works like a window shade), those are probably pretty easy to move items.
Probably not an exhaustive list, but those are the things I'd consider!
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