this has to be one of the most helpful videos. Literally ran out and disabled the clutch sensor that you mentioned by jumping the connector with a wire. Now starts up with out having the clutch in good looking out.
Solid video. The only other thing I would have liked to see covered would be the strength and reliability for internal components. When you need to upgrade pistons, rods, head studs, etc.
Jeff! GREAT information! Straight to the point, no bullshit, all opinions backed up by experience and simple fact. Couldn't ask for anything better, you're a gem!
This is seriously like the most informative and well versed video I've seen on Honda tuning and possible mistakes to look out for, I will deff be referring to this channel for any future projects 🙌👌🔥
To add a bit to 2nd gear failing, when using And upgraded clutch you may want to change your clutch slave cylinder because the factory one has baffles in it to restrict flow and with a heavier clutch springs your shift will be much smoother if you use a K tuned or like aftermarket slave cylinder , I believe this is the major contributing factor to losing second gear
A Person what tuner do you use that he did the flash for? I’m new to actually doing power and everything. Had to do a LOT of work to fix the previous owners mistakes and am finally looking into tunes.
great video...another tip on cams is that if your stock compression, than too big of a cam will make you loose power. pick cams that are suitable for your setup. bigger isn't always better.. awesome video man
Hey Jeff were you at Cars and Coffee today in Orlando?? Could’ve sworn it was you, I was in my AP2 Suzuka Blue S2K when I went to drive off I saw a guy looked just like you. Today is August 14th 2022 just in case you don’t see this soon.
Thanks for the advice.. Years of experience.... Going to save me a lot of time.. I can tell you know your $hi+ ... Have a Z4 and will now swap out the Oil Pump and TPS. .. already have headers and 71 TB.. with the RSP intake with TB adapter welded on.. I cut the old TB mating face off the RSP manifold -( fly by wire TB ) .. and just welded the adapter directly to the manifold... ( professionally Alloy welded that is )... . and then ported it to 71mm .. and add an Idle Air port ( RSP does have one ).. ...drilled and ported it...... HOPE IT WORKS.. doing a A to K swap.. Mini A series.. to Honda K series.. :)
When you say go tsx cams. Do you mean swap out the exhaust cam and keep the type s intake cam or swap out both cams? Thx again for this video. You’re the man man!
In the Fuel System Part you said to route the fuel coming from the feed line to the fuel rail then out the return line to the regulator then return back to the tank, but most guys do it this way - feed to 3 port FPR then to the rail, other end of fuel rail plugged, then route the return from the bottom port of the FPR to the return line, so my question is, is there an advantage to putting the FPR after the rail vs placing the FPR before the rail? BTW this is for FI application therfore will be running large injectors. Thanks
MrTrill409 i agree its a great reliable engine that has tons of potential that is overlooked by everyone so there's no point talking about the j series. There's less than a handful of aftermarket parts. Hi conp pistons. Port heads tune ,cai, exhaust, that bolts to a dainty trans. And 07 saturn vue borrowed the 3.5 so its forever uncool
i heard a ultra light fly wheel in a k20/k24 build isn't a good idea due to how fast the motor revs up and its recommended to stay above 10lbs for the fly wheel is that true? also how reliable is it to have drag cartel 2.2 cams in a 8th gen with upgraded in line TCT?
Great video... lots of good info, would love to see some photos or drawings of some of the stuff to give a good visual representation of what your talking about. For those who might not know what everything that your talking about is. Good job tho... Subscribed!
Excellent video u know excatly wat ur talking about! I have or experienceing half of the problems with wat u've said in my k24 dc5/rsx! What throttle body size upgrade u recomend with rbc, 5zigen exhaust catless setup? Thinking of k tuned 72, 80 or 90mm.
Evan, do you recommend head porting on the k series? how much does porting effect reliability? Is it more beneficial on a turbo setup over a NA setup? maybe that could be your next video! lol thanks
Steven Sayalath porting is most useful on boosted motors because you have a larger volume while keeping the proper intake velocity. For n/a it’s better to polish with minimal porting
Tuning isnt cheap but fully building a b series can be just as expensive. Here in cali you can get a k24 jdm engine for $650 and making 240whp with a header and intake manifold with 200ft lbs of torque I'd take that any day. After you fully build a b20vtec your lucky to make 230whp and way less torque and that engine is basically maxed out. Just trying to find a b16 head in good condition for less than $500 is not easy. In my opinion B series is overrated and overpriced.
Hey man thanks for the video! Just wondering if you could do a video on nitrous set ups for the k series? From the research that i have done it seems that a direct port dry shot is best for k series. Of course you would have to have the basic bolt ons, kpro or any other ems, upgraded injectors and fuel pump. Also it seems that with the kpro you have more control of the nitrous. I have only read about nitrous set ups, but i would really appreciate your opinion considering all of your experience and knowledge! I am stuck between getting a supercharger or nitrous set up. If you could do a video on k series nitrous set ups including the pros and cons that would be great! Thanks again for the content!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and insight! This was amazingly informative. Any recommendation on which twin discs you've managed to find sucess with?
probably youre the best youtuber on giving advices and stuff about Hondas, much respect bro, i just have a question, i have a Honda Accord cl9 with the k24A3 engine, do you have any specific advices to mod it a bit? i have no clue at all 1 specific question:do i have to remap my ECU if i install RBC I.M.? 😐 i would really appreciate any input from you sorry english is not my native language btw ^^ much love bro 🔰🇯🇵 Edit : had to Subscribe so fast that i broke the button of my mouse 😂 Edit N.2 : if you give me a good answer i ll be more than glad to donate on your paypal buddy! just let me know!
Some really good info you shared! Can anyone direct me to DIY on removing the clutch pedal safety switch? Would it be as easy as just threading it out of the pedal assembly and zip-tie it under the dash, then thread a bolt into the assembly to act as a depressed clutch pedal stop?
With the k series tct problem, do you only have the problem when you put cams in what about valve and spring thanks for your help keep up the epic vids
I see you mention the 06+ TSX cams... I'm about to slap together my 12.5:1 K24 with 09 TSX cams and its matching VTC gear. From what I hear, it's a 50 degree VTC cam gear and only works with the K24Z3/K24Z7 intake cam length (different offset on gear too). Anyway, any experience with that setup? I'm hoping I'll be okay.
After watching this it sounds like there is an aftermarket opportunity for chain tensioners to hold up to cam profiles with larger profiles than OEM cams.
If your gonna bolt up a k24 tsx bottom end , with a k20 head & k24 tsx cam & gain 40-50 horsepower & torque & be around 240-250 hp like mentioned in the beginning . Wouldn’t that setup basically be like a regular k24a2 with bolt ons?? Would it be easier just to get a k24a2 & do bolt ons ??
thanks for excellent video. shared with a friend who just got k24 turbo done. is d16 sensitive to log manifold? i have d16 turbo which is bogged down at high rpms.
sounds like the 06tsx k24a is the best base to start on. already have the biggest cam of the bunch. just need VTC to 50 degrees and a RBC. where as other setup upgrades to tsx parts?
Enjoyed the video, I have a EP3 with a K20a3 I am debating on doing an engine swap to either a K20a2 or a z3 do you have any recommendations or preferences?
Nicolas Dujardin uh in UK it has a K20A2 in em yes. Japan has the “K20A” no “A2’” or “A1” ETC. I am from US so we never got the EP3 Type R we got the weak Si EP3 with a K20A3 with fake VTEC and 160hp. I swapped mine with a JDM K24A2 from the CL7 Accord
@@AeroPrixma oh allright, i thought it was something along those lines... I have a 7th gen civic coupe (em2) and now swapped in a k20a2 from a edm ep3 type r, injen cold air intake, 2.5inch invidia gt300 catback, dc-sports 4-2 header, rbc intakemanifold ,skunk2 70mm TB and hondata ecu.. now makes 237 whp. And what a blast it is 😜 Its now been finished for 3 days, and enjoying every second from it lol
every video I watch about these engines or even the H Series of engines I always love to learn something brand spankin new about it here guys because the more I can definitely find out about this topic here then I know more what exactly I will definitely be doing here to that engine extremely coming from a Nissan guy to a Honda Guy who knows absolutely nothing about Honda's
How about skunk2 camshaft tuner stage 2 paired with cam gears pro (intake and exhaust), alpha valve spring kit, valve base kit, skunk2 chain tentioner, k20 oil pump for a K24A2 engine. How can one run it without issues, daily street driven. My OEM pinned at VTC actuator 45 degrees has failed twice within 2 years. Also about using HONDATA to tune the car, any issues or advice I need to look for.
Hey guys, we are doing a turbocharged K24A2 swap in my Pontiac Fiero over on my channel. Spread the K love. :) I am trying to decide between Kpro and AEM. Whats your opinion?
Ok, just so we are clear, I can get OEM TSX cams with 50 degree vtc AND rbc manifold (with tsx engine block), for my 06 RSX type s after all my bolt ons?? If this is considered the best NA, I’m throwing my money at it
hi evans, how does a k20a6 head compare to k24a2 head? as the workshop im doing, told that the k20a6 head a better flow than k24a2. kindly advise. thanks
Thanks for making this video. Reliability is important if you care about money.
I agree 10000%
His courses are just as intuitive !!
Dope ass way to learn how to tune. He just speaks knowledge
Dude got H series arms!
his head doesnt look like it belong to the body.
antonc108 H series arms, EC series head with aftermarket beanie... 😏
@@IdrisFashan his body is a k24 and his head is a k20
this has to be one of the most helpful videos. Literally ran out and disabled the clutch sensor that you mentioned by jumping the connector with a wire. Now starts up with out having the clutch in good looking out.
Blows my mind that your channel isn't bigger than it is! I have got so much great information from your videos! Just wild!
Solid video. The only other thing I would have liked to see covered would be the strength and reliability for internal components. When you need to upgrade pistons, rods, head studs, etc.
Tyler Hunt he stated everything clearly
Fredy T. he did, except for everything I just stated.
I love how serious you take this
You're the man for this! I actually think I found out that my TPS sensor was bad. I didn't realize that was such a common issue......ugggh the pain.
Jeff! GREAT information! Straight to the point, no bullshit, all opinions backed up by experience and simple fact. Couldn't ask for anything better, you're a gem!
If I had 5 dollars for every time he said "From a reliability standpoint" I'd have enough to get my car tuned by him.
Reliability is key, you can't win a race if you don't finish
@@averyalexander2303 you can win by hopes and dreams
I don't know about you, but I would rather have a reliable engine that's not going to blow up while I'm driving it.
hatchy a broke boi😂
@@scglobetrouter85 and you drive a stock 2004 corolla
This is seriously like the most informative and well versed video I've seen on Honda tuning and possible mistakes to look out for, I will deff be referring to this channel for any future projects 🙌👌🔥
Refer Robert breaker n Gene Kim, too
Sir thank you for all this info, this is literally worth gold to me right now as i just picked up a k24 as my first project 😎😬
Being a noob car enthusiast this helped me a lot with my type s and what I can/should do to maintain reliability.
Thanks!
This is the 1st time in a long time I have watched a video this long it in its complete entirety.
B series N/A next? Good video, wish other tuners would make videos like this
Ivan Navarrete I do to. Seems like no one is interested in helping others
To add a bit to 2nd gear failing, when using And upgraded clutch you may want to change your clutch slave cylinder because the factory one has baffles in it to restrict flow and with a heavier clutch springs your shift will be much smoother if you use a K tuned or like aftermarket slave cylinder , I believe this is the major contributing factor to losing second gear
Yeah. This guy knows his stuff. Can’t wait for him to tune my stock k20 eg so I can start building my WR EG
Wow man some real good insight. Good terminology and you can tell you've seen it all! You got my sub!
Cant stop watching this video! So much knowledge!
Love how he mentions the 06 TSX as I just bought one.
A Person what tuner do you use that he did the flash for? I’m new to actually doing power and everything. Had to do a LOT of work to fix the previous owners mistakes and am finally looking into tunes.
great video...another tip on cams is that if your stock compression, than too big of a cam will make you loose power. pick cams that are suitable for your setup. bigger isn't always better.. awesome video man
Yeah this is a good video! Ps. Look up Gene kim n Chuck missler on
Really good video and explanation! My tps sensor failed on my swapped k20A, like he said due to my solid engine mounts.
have you fixed it?
Hello, great insight and depth of wisdom. Debt of gratitude. B series would be great if you have the time. Many thanks!
Hey Jeff were you at Cars and Coffee today in Orlando?? Could’ve sworn it was you, I was in my AP2 Suzuka Blue S2K when I went to drive off I saw a guy looked just like you. Today is August 14th 2022 just in case you don’t see this soon.
Great video! B-series checklist next!
Whats a good comprision reading on the k20 engine
@@ruthbrooks4667 210 psi
Brilliant video, brother! So much information you've sheared here.
Hey bro, thanks for the video, we are moving to k series and this is everything i was looking for.
Thanks for the advice.. Years of experience.... Going to save me a lot of time.. I can tell you know your $hi+ ... Have a Z4 and will now swap out the Oil Pump and TPS. .. already have headers and 71 TB.. with the RSP intake with TB adapter welded on.. I cut the old TB mating face off the RSP manifold -( fly by wire TB ) .. and just welded the adapter directly to the manifold... ( professionally Alloy welded that is )... . and then ported it to 71mm .. and add an Idle Air port ( RSP does have one ).. ...drilled and ported it...... HOPE IT WORKS.. doing a A to K swap.. Mini A series.. to Honda K series.. :)
K series only
RAY VAL no b? H?
I got a sticker that says this on my rsx k series all day
DO B SERIES NEXT!!!!
Acuity hall effect tps is the best TPS on the market for kseries engine right now
I see ktuned now makes a "hall effect" tps. Would you still choose acuity?
interesting point on the aftermarket clutches. Will have to remove my neutral safety switch on my J30
When you say go tsx cams. Do you mean swap out the exhaust cam and keep the type s intake cam or swap out both cams? Thx again for this video. You’re the man man!
Thank you this was a really educational video
Great video sourcing k24 motor for my 97 hatch. Really helpful info. Also will help in building my 08 si sedan too. Thanks.
I would love to hear your thoughts on the B Series next.
can you do one of these for a b series motor I appreciate the knowledge you guys share thanks
Excellent video!! Could you one of these videos with the B-Series engine? Thanks! Keep the content coming!
That’s what I was thinking! Ps.... look up Gene Kim on RUclips
In the Fuel System Part you said to route the fuel coming from the feed line to the fuel rail then out the return line to the regulator then return back to the tank, but most guys do it this way - feed to 3 port FPR then to the rail, other end of fuel rail plugged, then route the return from the bottom port of the FPR to the return line, so my question is, is there an advantage to putting the FPR after the rail vs placing the FPR before the rail? BTW this is for FI application therfore will be running large injectors. Thanks
Great video man!!!! Could you possibly do the J-Series some day?
MrTrill409 yesss J series
MrTrill409 i agree its a great reliable engine that has tons of potential that is overlooked by everyone so there's no point talking about the j series. There's less than a handful of aftermarket parts. Hi conp pistons. Port heads tune ,cai, exhaust, that bolts to a dainty trans. And 07 saturn vue borrowed the 3.5 so its forever uncool
I have a 2008 tsx , thanks for the info !!
i heard a ultra light fly wheel in a k20/k24 build isn't a good idea due to how fast the motor revs up and its recommended to stay above 10lbs for the fly wheel is that true? also how reliable is it to have drag cartel 2.2 cams in a 8th gen with upgraded in line TCT?
Reggie H just use a rev limiter no need to rev the motor past we’re is makes it’s power
great video. the only thing I disagree on is the tct
Great video... lots of good info, would love to see some photos or drawings of some of the stuff to give a good visual representation of what your talking about. For those who might not know what everything that your talking about is. Good job tho... Subscribed!
Thanks Evan! This is very helpful!
Damn I have the RSX bass model 5sp... still some useful knowledge
curious about the tensioner part. I'm pretty sure Skunk2 does one for the k20/24 that is pretty cheap and reliable...
so thankful for this video
Excellent video u know excatly wat ur talking about! I have or experienceing half of the problems with wat u've said in my k24 dc5/rsx!
What throttle body size upgrade u recomend with rbc, 5zigen exhaust catless setup? Thinking of k tuned 72, 80 or 90mm.
Evan,
do you recommend head porting on the k series? how much does porting effect reliability? Is it more beneficial on a turbo setup over a NA setup?
maybe that could be your next video! lol
thanks
Steven Sayalath porting is most useful on boosted motors because you have a larger volume while keeping the proper intake velocity. For n/a it’s better to polish with minimal porting
Great info
B series plz some of us are too poor for k series
Haha yeah
Never get into the K series scene. People jack up prices on used parts to unreasonable numbers and are assholes for no reason.
Tuning isnt cheap but fully building a b series can be just as expensive. Here in cali you can get a k24 jdm engine for $650 and making 240whp with a header and intake manifold with 200ft lbs of torque I'd take that any day. After you fully build a b20vtec your lucky to make 230whp and way less torque and that engine is basically maxed out. Just trying to find a b16 head in good condition for less than $500 is not easy. In my opinion B series is overrated and overpriced.
Hey man thanks for the video! Just wondering if you could do a video on nitrous set ups for the k series? From the research that i have done it seems that a direct port dry shot is best for k series. Of course you would have to have the basic bolt ons, kpro or any other ems, upgraded injectors and fuel pump. Also it seems that with the kpro you have more control of the nitrous. I have only read about nitrous set ups, but i would really appreciate your opinion considering all of your experience and knowledge! I am stuck between getting a supercharger or nitrous set up. If you could do a video on k series nitrous set ups including the pros and cons that would be great! Thanks again for the content!
thank you dude from UK im now off out to check that mesh thing. i thought it was shit fuel but hope its the mesh on my k20a2 with 154000 on it
2:40 hey is it alright to install 2006-2008 tsx camshafts with rbc vct 50* gear on a stock k20a2 at high rpm? Trying to go to 10k rpm thanks
Such a gifted teacher thanks👍🏻 it’s like tell me more....
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and insight! This was amazingly informative. Any recommendation on which twin discs you've managed to find sucess with?
probably youre the best youtuber on giving advices and stuff about Hondas, much respect bro, i just have a question, i have a Honda Accord cl9 with the k24A3 engine, do you have any specific advices to mod it a bit? i have no clue at all
1 specific question:do i have to remap my ECU if i install RBC I.M.? 😐 i would really appreciate any input from you sorry english is not my native language btw ^^
much love bro 🔰🇯🇵
Edit : had to Subscribe so fast that i broke the button of my mouse 😂
Edit N.2 : if you give me a good answer i ll be more than glad to donate on your paypal buddy! just let me know!
Very good info i made 50 hp on some of these mentioned mods
Thanks for the info, very helpful and much appreciated.
Some really good info you shared! Can anyone direct me to DIY on removing the clutch pedal safety switch? Would it be as easy as just threading it out of the pedal assembly and zip-tie it under the dash, then thread a bolt into the assembly to act as a depressed clutch pedal stop?
Thanks a lot for the infos, Jeff
B-series request! Subbed for all this good info. And btw nice pair of guns bruh.
so this video now being 7 years old, has anything change as far as aftermarket cams go? Have there been any developments in timing chain tensioners?
Do you have a favorite brand of header and three inch exhaust for the k20? Favorite source fir the Rbc manifold? Great video. Thank you for making it.
With the k series tct problem, do you only have the problem when you put cams in what about valve and spring thanks for your help keep up the epic vids
Thank you for the information!
SgtMajorJay is that Itsuki's face set as your youtube profile picture? 😂🇯🇵😍🔰
Hi Jeff, Love the video. Does the Cam gear on the 06-08 TSX Camshaft have to be switched to the RBC 50* degree cam gear? Thanks for your reply.
Thanks for the class!
Can you do one of these about H2B swaps and H Series tuning/builds?
Rashad Clark i agree! pleeeeease😭😭😭😭😣😣😣😣😢😢😢
a b series video would be great
Will a bolt on and tuned rsx type s beat a intake, test pipe and tuned s2000 ap2?
xChris Black 95, If equal driving skill the s2k should win.
I see you mention the 06+ TSX cams... I'm about to slap together my 12.5:1 K24 with 09 TSX cams and its matching VTC gear. From what I hear, it's a 50 degree VTC cam gear and only works with the K24Z3/K24Z7 intake cam length (different offset on gear too). Anyway, any experience with that setup? I'm hoping I'll be okay.
Howard Choy with that compression there's no point to put in a tsx cam you mite as well go with some skunk2s or drag cartel
After watching this it sounds like there is an aftermarket opportunity for chain tensioners to hold up to cam profiles with larger profiles than OEM cams.
what was the best solution for the transmissions? rebuild trans?
If your gonna bolt up a k24 tsx bottom end , with a k20 head & k24 tsx cam & gain 40-50 horsepower & torque & be around 240-250 hp like mentioned in the beginning . Wouldn’t that setup basically be like a regular k24a2 with bolt ons?? Would it be easier just to get a k24a2 & do bolt ons ??
Excellent.
Also, do you smoke with all your fingers?
Look up Gene Kim
thanks for excellent video. shared with a friend who just got k24 turbo done. is d16 sensitive to log manifold? i have d16 turbo which is bogged down at high rpms.
fantastic video thanks dude
Please do one for H series as well. all the DOHC Vtec H22.
So much knowledge. Subscribed.
🔥
What car has the fifty degree timing change vs the stock K24a2 gear? RSX-S ?
H22 pls mate also , awesome info here , I'm in Japan , maybe doing a sleeper Stepwagon K24 turbo build.
Awesome video but could you do similar video on the ecotec's like LSJ & LNF?pretty please?
I've got a L61 and LNF I'm working with.
Thank you. Very informative.
Is there an aftermarket and/or chain tensioner modification that brings it back to OEM reliability?
Christopher Cope
No idea if you're still looking for an answer but yes. K-tuned makes an aftermarket chain tensioner that helps A TON.
sounds like the 06tsx k24a is the best base to start on. already have the biggest cam of the bunch. just need VTC to 50 degrees and a RBC. where as other setup upgrades to tsx parts?
What do you think about Toda products are they worth it or should I save my money
Enjoyed the video, I have a EP3 with a K20a3 I am debating on doing an engine swap to either a K20a2 or a z3 do you have any recommendations or preferences?
K24a2 or k20a2 or K24 block and a2 or z3 head. Swapping mine with a JDM K24A2 next week.
The ep3 comes with a k20a2 doesnt it?
Here in europe the ep3 is the type r, with the k20a2....?
Where are you from?
Grtz
Nicolas Dujardin uh in UK it has a K20A2 in em yes. Japan has the “K20A” no “A2’” or “A1” ETC. I am from US so we never got the EP3 Type R we got the weak Si EP3 with a K20A3 with fake VTEC and 160hp. I swapped mine with a JDM K24A2 from the CL7 Accord
@@AeroPrixma oh allright, i thought it was something along those lines...
I have a 7th gen civic coupe (em2) and now swapped in a k20a2 from a edm ep3 type r, injen cold air intake, 2.5inch invidia gt300 catback, dc-sports 4-2 header, rbc intakemanifold ,skunk2 70mm TB and hondata ecu.. now makes 237 whp.
And what a blast it is 😜
Its now been finished for 3 days, and enjoying every second from it lol
@@AeroPrixma how much torque do you have from that k24 ?
every video I watch about these engines or even the H Series of engines I always love to learn something brand spankin new about it here guys because the more I can definitely find out about this topic here then I know more what exactly I will definitely be doing here to that engine extremely coming from a Nissan guy to a Honda Guy who knows absolutely nothing about Honda's
Learn about the Rapture! Ps.. look up Gene kim n Chuck missler on RUclips
genius!!! looking forward to the other Honda series also.
How about skunk2 camshaft tuner stage 2 paired with cam gears pro (intake and exhaust), alpha valve spring kit, valve base kit, skunk2 chain tentioner, k20 oil pump for a K24A2 engine. How can one run it without issues, daily street driven. My OEM pinned at VTC actuator 45 degrees has failed twice within 2 years. Also about using HONDATA to tune the car, any issues or advice I need to look for.
What do you think about the MercRacing Supercharger kit?
If your on full bolt should you get a fuel return line? Any pros or cons?
Hey guys, we are doing a turbocharged K24A2 swap in my Pontiac Fiero over on my channel. Spread the K love. :) I am trying to decide between Kpro and AEM. Whats your opinion?
Helpful advice.
Ok, just so we are clear, I can get OEM TSX cams with 50 degree vtc AND rbc manifold (with tsx engine block), for my 06 RSX type s after all my bolt ons?? If this is considered the best NA, I’m throwing my money at it
what is the best fix for common timing chain stretch failure setting codes? honda chains are built cheaply
hi evans, how does a k20a6 head compare to k24a2 head? as the workshop im doing, told that the k20a6 head a better flow than k24a2. kindly advise. thanks