The Deflation of Direct Injection Issues: Carbon Buildup Mitigation on L15B7 Engines
Direct injection engines are prone to valve crusting. Find out how catch cans and walnut blasting keep your 1.5L turbo Civic breathing clearly.
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F20C vs F22C1: Internal Differences and Valve Retainer Upgrades for AP1 Owners
Protect your AP1 engine from catastrophic dropped valves. Discover structural differences between S2000 motors and how to perform a safety upgrade.
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Diagnosing the Infamous Honda Main Relay Failure: Symptoms, Fixes, and Soldering
Cracked solder joints inside the main relay cut off power to your fuel pump. Follow our quick guide to fixing this common 90s Honda headache.
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The Ultimate K20/K24 Hybrid Engine Build Guide: Sourcing Blocks and Heads
Combine the torque of the K24 block with the high flowing cylinder head of the K20A2. Here is what you need to know about oil lines and timing.
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How to Rebuild a Leaking Honda Power Steering Pump Using an OEM Seal Kit: Save Hundreds & Restore Smooth Steering
Don’t buy an expensive aftermarket replacement pump. Learn how to tear down your original Honda pump and replace the dried internal rubber O-rings.
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Finding Discontinued OEM Honda Parts: Sourcing NLA Items via Global Brokers
Hunting down rare restoration parts requires strategy. Learn how to search worldwide parts databases to locate brand new old stock Honda components.
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Restoring Vintage Honda Plastics: Reviving Discolored Dashboards and Interior Panels
Sun damage turns classic 90s Honda dashboards ash gray. Learn the safest chemical and heat techniques to bring back original pigment.
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Honda Rear Trailing Arm Bushings: Pressing Out the Old and Aligning the New
Cracked trailing arm bushings cause rear toe deflection during cornering. Learn the tool trick to press them out without taking the whole arm off.
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Aerodynamic Optimizations for FWD Time Attack: Splitters, Wings, and Underbody Trays
FWD track cars have unique aero needs to keep front traction down. Learn the science of building custom splitters and balancing rear downforce.
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Upgrading the Fuel System for E85 Consumption on K-Series Engine Builds
E85 fuel requires significantly more volume than standard pump gas. Check out our checklist of parts needed to convert your K20 or K24 build to flex fuel.