@GarageBuiltHondas I finally perfected the hydro clutch conversion! I found a simple way to fit an Ek clutch pedal assembly into my EF Si hatch. I welded in a bracket so the assembly could be bolted in from the top, then I drilled two holes for the master cylinder. Clutch pedal feels exactly the same as a stock eg or ek! And I was able to keep my brake booster! Clearance is terrible but so worth it! I actually built a hydro D series swap for my EF. Super rare swap apparently, you pretty much can't find a shift linkage so I took an eg shift linkage and cut it a few inches, then rewelded. I think I'm gonna go around hydro converting EFs so they're a more viable platform for tuners. If I ever wanted to convert an auto chassis to manual, then I've already solved the clutch pedal problem.
@@GarageBuiltHondas I used this photo as my reference to get the CMC mount holes correct. One of the bolts goes right through the hole where the harness goes, but it works perfectly since the bolt is still supported by the clutch pedal bracket. You'll notice there's about a four inch gap of space where the top of the clutch pedal bracket needs to mount. I just welded some plates in to close the gap and I even drilled a hole through one of the plates so the bracket could be bolted down the same way it does on an eg or ek, honestly this is the sketchy part but it wasn't so bad, I have very basic amateur welding skills and a $100 flux core welder and it worked perfectly! imagizer.imageshack.com/a/img921/9392/5StDeB.jpg Besides the force of the pressure plate, turns out that clutch pedal effort is entirely dictated by your pedal ratio. If you can get the pivot point to sit very close to the actuation point of the master cylinder, it increases your leverage significantly! www.onallcylinders.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/28/IL_16-POD-Brake-Pedal-Ratio.jpg I tried so hard to make the EF clutch pedal work but the pivot point and actuation point were too far away. The stock Eg and ek pedals have a pedal ratio around 7:1. My hydro conversion with the reverse mounted master cylinder was giving me a ratio of 3:1 which is a massive difference! Go to your local junkyard and look for a manual ek Chassis. I was able to convince the wrecking yard to give me an Ek clutch pedal assembly for $15 lmao.
wouldnt stiffer make it more bouncy? i have an integra im trying to get on track next summer. has agx and h&r sport springs, but havent driven it yet. want to see if i need to save up for better setup.
@@jvh22a It’s a good start with what you have! Move money around on upgrading your braking system if your going to track the car and other suspension components like control arms,camber kits,outer tie rods etc
15x8 Buddy Clubs with 205/50 Federal RSRR. Not a very aggressive tire compared to a lot out there but I wanted to try it last year. For the price they are solid especially for someone who's first getting into racing.
Hey Jon, Looks like a great time, wish they did more stuff like this where I live. And hey, If you are interested in a set of crx specific seat brackets so you can add some good bucket seats to the track car I have a pair, I cannot use them in my hatchbacks. I've had them for many years & never used them, just like that intake manifold I sent out. If you're interested, email me. You should still have my email address from when I sent out the manifold last year.
Is the shifter less sloppy then the stock style shifter? And if you didn't have one would you say its definitely worth spending the money? Also do you use the shift lock outs. My car is more for drag racing and crusing.
I don't use the lock out, not necessary for my car. The shift points are super precise and quick. I would recommended for anyone wanting something more dialed in than a stock setup.
Doing a hydro trans with cable in my ef. Ordered a hasport kit and it didn't come with any instructions. Does the hasport kit for d series install the same as the b series?
@@GarageBuiltHondas so radiator is adequate? Also what kind of brake pads do you run? I recently bought a b16a2 swappped Crx that was used for autoX and I’m trying to get it roadcourse capable. It has DA integra discs front and rear I think.
I have a lot of rattling coming from my Jackspania shifter. Have you had anything like that? I believe the wire is shaking and hitting the shifter itself. But I don't know for sure. What do you think?
I haven't had mine long enough to experience anything like that. If that were my issue I would go through all the hardware and check if anything is loose and then loctite everything.
13:58 I haven't taken my CRX out to the track (yet) but I know how hard it is to countersteer in a RWD car, just curious, on a scale of 1-10 how hard was the countersteering?
I've had to pull a fwd out of oversteer and as long as you're expecting it you'll be fine. Give er some throttle and it'll pull it out unless you're WAY out.
@@GarageBuiltHondas everytime I've had to deal with it, was on the street (i know bad idea) and i was never expecting it 😅 just laid into it and there i went again
Generally you don't countersteer on FWD. I did have a sketchy time years ago on the ice in my 89 accord - going down hill. There was no saving myself from sliding, but I did avoid traffic signs and other crap. Pulled out of the ditch, made it to work on time... on three wheels 😂 debeaded one of the rears (stock steelies).
Another thing I know you work with maxpeening do they actually sell stiffer springs for their coilovers I have a 91 hatch and I tried emailing them and they said they don't have what I'm looking for
They want to offer different spring rates but they do not yet. I was able to get a set but they've not set anything up yet to purchase them individually.
Glad to hear the shifter works nicely. I might have to pick one up.
Dude it’s worth it trust me, never had a car shift better than my Ek and it was the worst before
Canada 🇨🇦 here...sweet, engine bay coming along...solid!
@GarageBuiltHondas I finally perfected the hydro clutch conversion! I found a simple way to fit an Ek clutch pedal assembly into my EF Si hatch. I welded in a bracket so the assembly could be bolted in from the top, then I drilled two holes for the master cylinder. Clutch pedal feels exactly the same as a stock eg or ek! And I was able to keep my brake booster! Clearance is terrible but so worth it!
I actually built a hydro D series swap for my EF. Super rare swap apparently, you pretty much can't find a shift linkage so I took an eg shift linkage and cut it a few inches, then rewelded. I think I'm gonna go around hydro converting EFs so they're a more viable platform for tuners. If I ever wanted to convert an auto chassis to manual, then I've already solved the clutch pedal problem.
Where did you mount the CMC?
@@GarageBuiltHondas I used this photo as my reference to get the CMC mount holes correct. One of the bolts goes right through the hole where the harness goes, but it works perfectly since the bolt is still supported by the clutch pedal bracket. You'll notice there's about a four inch gap of space where the top of the clutch pedal bracket needs to mount. I just welded some plates in to close the gap and I even drilled a hole through one of the plates so the bracket could be bolted down the same way it does on an eg or ek, honestly this is the sketchy part but it wasn't so bad, I have very basic amateur welding skills and a $100 flux core welder and it worked perfectly!
imagizer.imageshack.com/a/img921/9392/5StDeB.jpg
Besides the force of the pressure plate, turns out that clutch pedal effort is entirely dictated by your pedal ratio. If you can get the pivot point to sit very close to the actuation point of the master cylinder, it increases your leverage significantly! www.onallcylinders.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/28/IL_16-POD-Brake-Pedal-Ratio.jpg
I tried so hard to make the EF clutch pedal work but the pivot point and actuation point were too far away. The stock Eg and ek pedals have a pedal ratio around 7:1. My hydro conversion with the reverse mounted master cylinder was giving me a ratio of 3:1 which is a massive difference! Go to your local junkyard and look for a manual ek Chassis. I was able to convince the wrecking yard to give me an Ek clutch pedal assembly for $15 lmao.
Mr. Williams, my friend and I are considering doing this swap. I would love to pick your brain sometime, please.
@@Maplecook I'd be more than happy to help. You can email or message me through social media and I'd be glad to answer any of your questions.
@@elliswilliams1050 Thank you!
Looking forward to the track day at the end of the month! I'll be sure to come say hi and what not!
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That's a fancy charger! Need to check them out for sure
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Definitely need stiffer coilovers!Hear that little VTEC go do ❤️I love track footage 👍🏾
Coilovers coming soon too!
wouldnt stiffer make it more bouncy? i have an integra im trying to get on track next summer. has agx and h&r sport springs, but havent driven it yet. want to see if i need to save up for better setup.
@@jvh22a It’s a good start with what you have! Move money around on upgrading your braking system if your going to track the car and other suspension components like control arms,camber kits,outer tie rods etc
It's bouncy.. some shift coilovers most definitely going help! Car sounds good keep it coming boss man 🤙🏼
Loving the look of it!
Thanks Carlos!
Loving the content
Yo, my dude Matt killing it behind the wheel ❤️❤️
Matt's an excellent driver with his experience.
The gold goes with the yellow interior
That was my thoughts on getting this color too. Plus I like the pop with the gold.
Great channel 👏
Thanks Victor!
Crx content :)
Driver mod 💪🏽
Also, awesome video as always!
Awesome track footage! What is your wheel and tire setup?
15x8 Buddy Clubs with 205/50 Federal RSRR. Not a very aggressive tire compared to a lot out there but I wanted to try it last year. For the price they are solid especially for someone who's first getting into racing.
Man, I need a truck and trailer. Driving to and from the track sucks sometimes lol
It did. Finally glad I could afford them this year.
Hey Jon, Looks like a great time, wish they did more stuff like this where I live. And hey, If you are interested in a set of crx specific seat brackets so you can add some good bucket seats to the track car I have a pair, I cannot use them in my hatchbacks. I've had them for many years & never used them, just like that intake manifold I sent out. If you're interested, email me.
You should still have my email address from when I sent out the manifold last year.
What year seat brackets?
I just finished installing a Buddy Club Seat with PCI bracket into my crx today.
@@GarageBuiltHondas 90-91 I believe
I don't have any use for them. I could donate here on the channel if you want?
Is the shifter less sloppy then the stock style shifter? And if you didn't have one would you say its definitely worth spending the money? Also do you use the shift lock outs. My car is more for drag racing and crusing.
I don't use the lock out, not necessary for my car. The shift points are super precise and quick. I would recommended for anyone wanting something more dialed in than a stock setup.
@@GarageBuiltHondas thanks man theyook cool also
Where did u get hasport motor mount inserts?
Lol. Hasport.
Doing a hydro trans with cable in my ef. Ordered a hasport kit and it didn't come with any instructions. Does the hasport kit for d series install the same as the b series?
It should be identical in the way it mounts and how the arms attach to the transmission.
Do you run an oil cooler for track days?
I haven't. I'm sure it would help even more but I haven't experienced any heating.
@@GarageBuiltHondas so radiator is adequate? Also what kind of brake pads do you run? I recently bought a b16a2 swappped Crx that was used for autoX and I’m trying to get it roadcourse capable. It has DA integra discs front and rear I think.
I have a lot of rattling coming from my Jackspania shifter. Have you had anything like that? I believe the wire is shaking and hitting the shifter itself. But I don't know for sure. What do you think?
I haven't had mine long enough to experience anything like that. If that were my issue I would go through all the hardware and check if anything is loose and then loctite everything.
@@GarageBuiltHondas okay gotcha I had the issue since the first drive. Ill go check it out. Thank you👍
Let me know what you find!
13:58 I haven't taken my CRX out to the track (yet) but I know how hard it is to countersteer in a RWD car, just curious, on a scale of 1-10 how hard was the countersteering?
I've had to pull a fwd out of oversteer and as long as you're expecting it you'll be fine. Give er some throttle and it'll pull it out unless you're WAY out.
It just takes some getting used to. You'll probably spin out first but the more comfortable you get behind the wheel the easier it'll be to control.
@@GarageBuiltHondas everytime I've had to deal with it, was on the street (i know bad idea) and i was never expecting it 😅 just laid into it and there i went again
Generally you don't countersteer on FWD. I did have a sketchy time years ago on the ice in my 89 accord - going down hill. There was no saving myself from sliding, but I did avoid traffic signs and other crap.
Pulled out of the ditch, made it to work on time... on three wheels 😂 debeaded one of the rears (stock steelies).
@@jameshaulenbeek5931 Generally, sure... But it happens. In any car.
Another thing I know you work with maxpeening do they actually sell stiffer springs for their coilovers I have a 91 hatch and I tried emailing them and they said they don't have what I'm looking for
They want to offer different spring rates but they do not yet. I was able to get a set but they've not set anything up yet to purchase them individually.
OMG it’s like you’re in a trampoline. Those coilovers are not safe and scary ride quality. Damn I didn’t think it would be that bad… but shit!!
They're definitely not made for this chassis.
Your suspension not setup for this track? Damping issues...
Maxpeedingrods coilovers not performing well enough for me.
Homie got the replica shifter 🤦🏻♂️ CHINNNNNNAAAAA
Works great for me. Hate all you want.
THOSE SHIFTERS ARE WAY OVER PRICED.. I FABED MY OWN FOR WAY LESS
Show us pics of this "fabbed" shifter.
@@GarageBuiltHondas Actually I'm thinking of a raffle or a giveaway or sell plans or something???? Just not sure yet
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So where can we see the shifter?
@@GarageBuiltHondas When I figure out my plan for it, other than personal.... Make offer
You made it sound like you had one to show us. I'm good, I'm not interested. I love mine.