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  1. General K-series related talk
    Hi everyone, I am new to the K forum. I Recently had the unfortunate event of hitting a timing chain on my 2010 Honda Accord touring Automatic (K24Z3) it was cheaper to swap out the motor for a lower mileage import motor which is a K24A3 motor. After the swap the car wouldn't start, cranks but...
  2. 1992+ Civic EG / DC2 / EK K-Series Swap
    Hey guys a few months back I purchased a ek with a 03 rsx type s transmission. Since I bought it, there has been an annoying sound that I think is coming from the trans. The sound is like a buzz or rattle or something and I think its from something vibrating. The sound is rather quiet at idle...
  3. ECU and Tuning
    I’m currently working on a fun little project and am beginning to close in on the finishing touches of it. I am not a mechanic by any means but thanks to Reddit and the super helpful Honda community I have had great success putting this car together. At some point during the build I decided it...
  4. Introduction Forum
    Hello Everyone, Finally posting after using these forums to help with my build but now I need help and suggestions . I have a 2005 EP3 with a K24A2. Motor and trans(EP3 5 speed) is completely stock. I recently boosted it to have as a daily and man is it fun. Has a 62/62 turbo from VS Racing...
  5. Engine Building
    hello Honda people! like the title says I am building my first k24. i been reading and watching all the information I could find. I think I can confident that I can do this on my own. I found a “all motor 300hp forums” I was pretty set on it. Here’s what it says. I understand everything just...
  6. 1992+ Civic EG / DC2 / EK K-Series Swap
    So I have 1998 EK coupe, built k24 with a K20 tranny, hybrid racing conversion harness, and ktuned engine harness. We wired up everything exactly how the directions instructed, got a brand, new battery, brand, new starter, and used four gauge wire for all of the grounds. When we went to fire it...
  7. General K-series related talk
    Sorry if this is constantly posted but just curious on a couple things and wanna get some confirmations. First of all does the k24a2 TSX head really just slap on my k24a1? And I do need a type S oil pump as well? And if anyone has some reputable places to buy these parts that would be awesome...
  8. General K-series related talk
    Attempting to run power steering and AC on my K24A2 swapped ek sedan. Looking to see if anyone has any info on belt tensioner options due to my tensioner hitting the passenger side motor mount when attempting to relieve pressure to fit the belt on. Any advice would help.. I’m at a loss right now
  9. General K-series related talk
    Forgive me for the noob post.. I have k24a2 swapped ek sedan. Attempting to run p/s and a/c. My issue is the stock tensioner doesn’t move enough to get a belt on due to the passenger side engine mount location. What tensioner substitute or pulley options do I have?
  10. General K-series related talk
    Hey guys. I k24a1 swapped my auto ek. I purchased a manual PPA ecu with key and immobilizer . Also purchased a k tuned immobilizer bypass and installed it using KTuned’s instructions since I couldn’t find a wiring diagram for the PPA ecu. I spliced the auto trans cable to show its in park. For...
  11. General K-series related talk
    Hi so im looking to build a k series motor, preferably a k24 as they are easier to come by in Australia but i wouldn't mind sticking a decent k20 header on it. I want it to rev decently high but also not blow the bank up in terms of buying parts. from what ive gathered right now these are the...
  12. 1992+ Civic EG / DC2 / EK K-Series Swap
    So I've got a k24a out of a 2008 Acura TSX type S swapped into a 1999 Civic. I'm currently using a kpro v4 that I bought new myself, a Rywire engine harness, and a hybrid racing conversion harness. Currently the car turns over no problem but does not start. I have +12 and ground on my coil packs...
  13. 2001+ Civic EP3 / RSX DC5 / EM2
    Hello, I'm currently swapping/installing a k24 onto an 07 civic subframe and curious to the fact if the transaxle is going to be too long for the subframe, problems I may run into, and other tips and or tricks. Thank you
  14. 1992+ Civic EG / DC2 / EK K-Series Swap
    Hello im pretty new to k series motors and have done decent research but the ecu part confuses me. im planning on doing a jdm k24 with 08 civic si trans into my integra LS. im pretty sure i would need a rsx type s ecu with hondata added to it but unsure if im correct on that move..... i have...
  15. General K-series related talk
    I was wondering if anyone can shed some light on parts I am missing. A few weeks ago I bought a K20A2 cylinder head from eBay. It came with cams, cam caps, complete rocker assembly, complete valve train (springs, retainers, etc.). I came with both sensors at the end of the cams, the VTC oil...
  16. General K-series related talk
    Hello I’ve been suffering with the issue of my car shutting off when I do a pull or accelerate quickly then put it in gear or engage the clutch. I have a boosted k20 with a twin disc clutch. Stock master slave cylinder stock brake booster. Any guesses? I thought it was because I had an IACV...
  17. ECU and Tuning
    So just looking for some recommendations and advice. Finishing up my k24 swap in an EK sedan. Bought the swap with a hondata kpro v4 ecu, guy claimed it to have been tuned for e85. Any advice on if I should keep it that way? Should I swap to a stock map to do initial starts and get it ironed out...
  18. Forced Induction and Nitrous K series discussion
    Hey guys new here trying to get some help with k24a2 swapped turbo ek civic it Jerks when trying to go at constant slow speed and breaks up and backfires really bad when trying to accelerate hard 1st-3rd in 4th it will accelerate but then falls on its face same with 5th 6th I've changed plugs...
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  19. Engine Building
    I’m a novice when it comes to building engines, and I would like to start learning with my K24A8. I don’t know where to start with a build plan, how to find the parts, or what parts to get. I understand the uses behind them, but I don’t know where to find them, and how to figure out what parts...
  20. Engine Building
    Hey Guys, I just bought a k24a2 from a shop and had it shipped. When I turned the crank to make sure it would spin (and it did). I then tried to take off the valve cover to see how the head looks. When I tried taking each bolt off each one snapped and the 2 spark plug cover bolts keep on...
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