Abandoned DC2 Restoration DRAMAS😭 - VTEC Solenoid Leak and 180SX Update
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- Опубликовано: 1 окт 2024
- I thought I was in the home stretch with the DC2 but there's still a good bit of work left to get this thing dialed and reliable. VTEC solenoid should be happy now but it looks like there's some new leaks and electrical issues that need addressed as well. :( Just got to keep working at it!
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You just need to rip more TEC and the engine will reseal itself. It just wants to be driven hard! 😆
Ah, that's the secret! I knew I should have asked the TEC master first! 😂
Love the DC2 content! Even the routine maintenance is enjoyable to watch.
Thanks! Hopefully I can wrap up the maintenance part soon and start logging some trouble free miles. 😅
I can't get enough of these DC2 videos. Even tracking down an oil leak! Haha. Hope you get this thing all dialed and are able to enjoy it.
I really appreciate that! I think some pulling apart, cleaning, resealing everything I can is in order to hopefully make things happy. We'll get there but man it's making me work for it. 😆
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Classic video....loved the variety. I LOL'd in spots. Hope the leak isn't major. So happy you still included your sign. I miss my BOSS junk coffee. Nothing compares in the States.😊
Thanks! Definitely not the turn of events I was anticipating but it'll come back better than ever...with a good bit more work and parts. 😂😂
Always something with these cars!! Keep fighting the good fight!
Right! Sheesh. Haha. Thanks man - I'll get it there. 😊
Waiting excitedly for that first trackday video! You will get there!
You and me both! Having a reliable car I can cruise will feel soooo good!
Great video. The dc2 is back 🙌
You know it! Thanks for taking the time to comment! :)
What car do you prefer, the DC2 or EK9
The DC2 is definitely growing on me. EK9 was my original preference and I still really do like them.
Why don't you have a suction collector from b18c?
This is a Sir-G model DC2 (like American model GSR). B18 engine. DC2 chassis but lots of differences throughout the car when compared to a Type R. Head, intake manifold, intake tube, etc are all different.
This intake manifold is designed to make more torque in the lower RPMs. They really put a lot of work into making two different cars that are still so similar.
Distributor O ring? I discovered an oil leak that shows up above the transmission is usually dizzy related.
Brand new distributor in October so I hope not. It seems like it's coolant now but either dripping or a small spray from somewhere only when under pressure.
Oh... My car was abandoned for 8 years 😂🎉
Engine still looking good. A lot of work you done. Hope you do not sell it 🙈
You win! Haha. Cars sitting not being used is really hard on them.
No plans to sell - still really want to drive and enjoy it. 😊
With my B16, it was left unused for 3 years? I've used a good engine flush, new oil and filter.
The valve cover I discovered had the gaskets installed with Hondabond. Mating the gaskets to the metal of the head. All of that was scraped off with a blade. The valve cover was reinstalled correctly. Any residue that fell into the head, I made sure there was nothing inside the engine, to the point where I pulled the oil sump off. It was a good opportunity to install an oil baffle.
I bought brand new solenoid gaskets, same as yours. But I also checked if the 'piston' was moving. I also took the solenoid apart and cleaned it with degreaser to make sure no old cruddy oil was left.
So far, my car works fine. Scarily enough as well, the car doesn't burn a drop of oil.
Haha, that's great! Burning oil and B series is kind of a thing.
Good for you for doing all the maintenance. It's probably happy after getting all that love!
Sorry a little off topic -
but is there a lot of Honda theft over there like here in America?
Sadly, theft of all cars of this era is a concern here. Their ever increasing value, primitive security, and overall lack of garages here make them a prime target.
Hey, love your channel! I’m in the process of rebuilding my 99’ Gsr and noticed that your intake arm looks different? Are you running a ITR intake arm?
Oh very cool, thanks! Yes, it's an ITR intake arm. The GSR/Sir-G one is discontinued but ITR is still available. It's in one of the engine bay refresh videos but I made it work by trimming the air filter "clocking tabs" and rotating it in the air filter housing. That let the ITR tube slide on and tighten down without issue. The hardline to the valve cover also fits. Definitely worth it for reliability and just looking better in the bay.
Sweet! Thank you for the reply! I’m def going to look into it.
I love how Instant bottled coffee in Japan is available everywhere 👍🏾 Nice to see you back!
Hahaha, and so many varieties of it. Boss alone has like 4-6 versions of just Cafe Au Lait alone. 😂 Final homestretch is the longest, I suppose. 😅
@@BRICKHOUSESPL When you held the bottle I was thinking if it's the one I enjoyed back then as it looked the same but when I paused the video I realized it was a different one 😂
@@findtherightbeat for real, new bottle designs every couple months. Haha
Damn I was wracking my brain about where it could be sweating from and then you came in with the nibbles and all I can think of now is Nutella Crepes 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Haha, underrated reason to visit Japan is the incredible variety of pastries, bakery sweet breads, and cake shops. There's a non-chain bakery around every corner. Each having their own unique options as well as the staple items like melon pan, cream pan, and croissants.
@@BRICKHOUSESPL already gaining weight just reading this 🤣
@@martindeoliveira5128 😂😂
Check your Neg Battery wire and grounds between the engine block and frame. Use an Ohm meter. The wires might look good but have internal corrosion.
That's a really good idea! Thanks for the suggestion!
90s B series honda things🥲 Fortunately it's not any scary problems! I dont think I've ever had a B series without a slight oil leak!
Glad the battery monitor is still coming in useful too man
Word. Just a good reminder to go through everything as best as possible and reseal or double check.
And for sure, the battery monitor has come in handy so many times now👍👍