all done making my car worse

"MonkeePuzzle" (monkeypuzzle) 06/22/2020 at 11:00 • Filed to: RuqSaq, BexTheTSX

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was able this weekend to pull the engine and subframe/suspension from the civic. This is the last of the stock parts that will be coming off, so from here on it’s only improvements. I declare I am officially done with all the work that is essentially devaluing my car every time I touch it.

there so many steps to getting an engine ready to pull, so friday arvo into saturday morn was spent disconnecting all the electrical, fuel, vacuum, grounds (forgot one, doh), accelerator cable, shift linkages, steering column, etc.

as mentioned, I forgot one fo the ground wires, tough little wire, it was enough to lift the whole car up off the jackstands! Lowered it back down, found my error. Cursed. Realigned the jackstands.

but there we go, engine out and on the floor. the pile of stuff to the right is all the suspension and engine parts from the donor car

Then it was out with the subframe. far simpler than the engine. Last time I lowered it as the internet suggest by putting my floor jack underneath it, this time I used the engine hoist and dropped it onto my creeper. Far more successful.

this car is in just such good condition. rust free and straight. best place to see this is the battery sp ot in the engine bay. Typically these are all rusted out as they tend to trap water dirt and battery acid. Mine is just a little dusty

then some shimmying around, I got everything all tidied up in the garage space

Zoe approved

all that sorted, it was time for a selfie

I don’t discard clothing until they’ve been downgraded to garage spec, and then completely ruined. The end result is I look an absolute dork in the garage. My variety of goofy coloured rubberized gardening gloves don’t aid the look. But at $6 for a pack for a pack of ten, it’s the best option. I keep a bucket of water with dish soap (to break down oiliness) and just toss my gloves in there once too dirty.

Then here is a random shot of the TSX getting fueled up. A rare event these days.

CalzoneGolem > MonkeePuzzle 06/22/2020 at 11:06

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*reads title*

Really? ... Really?

PartyPooper2012 > MonkeePuzzle 06/22/2020 at 11:07

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now that you’ve removed all the extra weight, how fast is it now? 

MonkeePuzzle > CalzoneGolem 06/22/2020 at 11:12

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all done with INTENTIONS of making it worse? :D

I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker > MonkeePuzzle 06/22/2020 at 11:20

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With a look like that, you should be swapping a C4

MonkeePuzzle > I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker 06/22/2020 at 11:22

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this is an alarmingly accurate statement

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > MonkeePuzzle 06/22/2020 at 11:27

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inb4 ls swap

CalzoneGolem > MonkeePuzzle 06/22/2020 at 11:32

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I won’t argue that but I’ll remain skeptical.

MonkeePuzzle > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 06/22/2020 at 11:34

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It wouldnt be my first pick for b-series engines

B18 from Integra LS :P

MonkeePuzzle > CalzoneGolem 06/22/2020 at 11:35

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I did also this weekend install part of my father’s day gift, a momo steering wheel

before:

after:

...yeah, the wheel itself hasnt arrive, just the adapter hub :D

I made my car worse :D

CalzoneGolem > MonkeePuzzle 06/22/2020 at 11:38

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I knew it! 

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > MonkeePuzzle 06/22/2020 at 11:42

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I was thinking a 2.2 or 2.4 from a prelude. But the 1.8 built would be fun. 

Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever > MonkeePuzzle 06/22/2020 at 12:19

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I have a friend working on an EG Civic too!  He had the engine built up a bit.

Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever > PartyPooper2012 06/22/2020 at 12:20

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It’s Yes fast.

PartyPooper2012 > Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever 06/22/2020 at 12:25

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0-0 mph in 0 seconds... DAMN!

Jake - Has Bad Luck So You Don't Have To > MonkeePuzzle 06/22/2020 at 12:35

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huehuehue can one really devalue an EF hatch? huehuehuehue

*checks FB marketplace for EF prices*

Wait what the fuck

Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever > PartyPooper2012 06/22/2020 at 12:47

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0 mpg afforded by the 0-speed transmission and 0L of displacement.  But, dat weight savings and aero benefit from the giant speed hole might make up for it.

PartyPooper2012 > Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever 06/22/2020 at 12:53

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daaaang 0 speed transmission... is it automatic or manual? What’s the differential gear ratio? I bet it’s 0/0... undefined..

benn454 > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 06/22/2020 at 12:56

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 Put it in the back driving the rears. B18 or K20 swap in the front. Instant 600HP AWD Civic.

Dusty Ventures > MonkeePuzzle 06/22/2020 at 19:50

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When does the roll cage and gravel suspension go in?

Junkrat aka Rick Sanchez: Fury Road Edition > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 06/22/2020 at 20:36

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H22 is a monster, but you can only get a cable transaxle for them. With the EG/EK being hydro transaxles it takes a bit of finagling .