All You Need to Know about the Honda Prelude - Are They Good for Tuning or Modding
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ก.ย. 2018
- In this video I am going to go over all the important info regarding the Honda Prelude, we will go over similarities and differences to other Honda products like the Accord and how the different generations of this model were designed and produced. I will also share with you any know mechanic problems with the engines of these cars as well.
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I have a 99 Lude and I love it. My girl said get rid of the car....instead I got rid of her! Don't ever disrespect the Lude.
You people take life to seriously.
cringe :/
nice
@@alternatemetaplays509 right lmao
maybe she wanted to start a family and didn’t think it’d be practical
I seen one converted to rwd and i am convinced it would be one of the greatest enthusiast cars ever to be built
i think the 4ws versions are especially good.
Replying 3years later, lol. I keep thinking about the RWD kit but it’s still a bit of a scavenger hunt for parts. Sad. It’d be an amazing RWD car and a legend if it were.
@@JAlexanderYugioh replying to you 3 months later, hope you find the parts i want too with my 1996 prelude Vtec
@@JAlexanderYugioh There's one guy that was making videos about it and stopped posting for a year now after working on it for 2 years...
Just imagine if honda would of made the lude rwd. Could of single handily been one of the greatest drift platforms of all time right next to the nissan 240
Agreed, but at the same time, how much more expensive would a Prelude be? Something to consider, but I still 100% agree with you.
Nah it's fine FWD. Because of that you can still pick them up today for fairly cheap!
duuuuuude ive been saying that for so long! they totally should have made it real wheel drive. woulda been the perfect predecessor for the s2k that came out pretty much right when the ludes stopped being made
@@Mr.Thermistor7228 I heard a rumor that they considered making it RWD, but instead went with the new S2K. I don't know if it's true, but I sure like to believe it is 🙂
I built and am currently racing my 5th gen Prelude, I've owned it for 12 years, has an H22A, M2B4 LSD trans, Ground Control Coil overs, and a roll bar with harness and bucket seat. Love my Lude
FlyinGato never thought you had a soft spot for the Preludes such a overlooked, underrated chassis.
Flying gato. I've watched your prelude videos and the CTR ones. I like your channel.
Mine keeps breaking down. Can you help me bring mine back to life I've spent so much trying to keep it running
Happy & Addicted H22s are pretty easy to work on. The major issues are the timing belt auto tensioners. As soon as you start modding the motor the tensioners will fail. You have to switch them to a manual tensioner. The preludes tend to burn oil, so every so often your V-TEC will fail to engage. A simple oil change can correct that. I used to get fouled spark plugs every so often. I also had a few bad dizzies with internal coil problems. I had to replace the V-TEC solenoid once. That’s most of the issues I’ve seen after owning 2 2001 Preludes.
@@dinoflagella4185 was it worth it though?
I have 97 one 12 years now an it's never let me down I'll never let him go ❤️Ireland
I just want to say that your channel is my favorite among other car related staf
thank you
VTEC..................(pause).................YO
I own a 01 prelude base model. I love this car. It's quick and hugs the road. It's a fun car to drive. Mine is completely stock right now. As much fun as this car is, Honda missed a huge opportunity with this car. This should have been a rwd car. I feel like it should have been a competitor for the supra and even gtr of the time. I am currently planning a rwd conversion for the car. I will have a huge amount of work on my hands but I think it will be badass.
Steven Kuhn If you think about it the 86/BRZ is virtually a RWD Prelude there weight is virtually identical at 2800-2900 pounds.
Yes, Honda could have done a lot better with this car.
*Before RWD swapping it add Coilovers if it's a monster truck and add a cold Air intake and a exhaust*
@@rick-hj3jg I plan on an exhaust but I need to do some things to my truck first. As for a cold air intake, I deleted the intake resonator for more air flow. it is already a cai. I might just build a custom air box and tube. I like the way it sits right now. I'm not looking for slamming it.
@@kuhndog-1196, Like the idea! But I didn't mean by slamming it. It's just that some cars have high suspension. I'm not much of a stance guy, but I like cars that aren't stances but aren't high.
4 wheel; To my understanding the rear wheel steering for lane changes went in the identical direction as the fronts ... Then for parking lot maneuvering when the steering reached a point the rear wheels would turn opposite as you described. Pretty nifty mechanism.
Keith Hobgood Yepp you’re correct. I was going to mention this but decided to scroll the comments first to see if anyone else did.
I just got a 5th gen Prelude a couple weeks ago. Luckily, it wasn't destroyed, but it is definitely a bit rough around the edges. Functionally, it works fine. Had a couple issues that I went ahead and fixed. But the body could use some new paint, and a new side skirt (factory one has a chunk missing).
First issue being the lack of a radiator fan. Not sure what dumbass thought it'd be a good idea to remove it, but I wound up replacing it with a universal fan. Luckily, this didn't damage anything.
Second was a bad battery. Luckily, Walmart carries fairly inexpensive batteries, so I went that route.
Third, oil leaks. I was given a couple of seals when I bought the car, they just needed to be installed. Luckily, I had a mechanic that I trust do the work, and he even went ahead and fixed another leak that I didn't know about. Cost me under $500 for the work, but I'm losing less oil, and I had less downtime than I would if I did it myself. I still need to take care of the oil pan gasket though.
Fourth is a bad catalytic converter. As with the seals, I received a brand new CAT when I bought the car. Won't need a mechanic to do this one.
I also needed to clean the throttle body a little bit, as I started having some odd behavior out of the blue. The car started to jerk, and act as if it wanted to stall, even though I was in the correct gear at 60MPH. Luckily, some seafoam in the gas tank, and a bit of cleaning of the throttle body seems to have alleviated that issue. Currently, I have no CEL, so I'm going to wait until that comes back on (if it ever does) and then take it to Autozone.
The unfortunate part about these cars is that they will usually need quite a bit of work. But, if you're willing to get your hands dirty, the reward is a pretty fun car to drive that won't cost a small fortune. I mean, I got this thing because I didn't want to spend a crap ton more at a dealership, but needed a second car so my wife can start driving our minivan and stop relying on me to get her everywhere.
LHiya! Still have your Lude? I’ve had mine for almost two years now. Bought from the original owner.
@@JAlexanderYugioh - No. It's been gone for some time now. Had to sell it after my wife lost her job. The kid who bought it from me proceeded to blow the engine shortly after.
@@thesilentobserver93 Tragic. I guess I'll have to never get married to keep my lude
Your channel is amazing. I've honestly learned so much from you. When it comes to working on my own shit my confidence has grown. Thank you sir.
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I enjoy my 98, so much in fact the engine sounds better with the stereo off! 😊
Thanks for the uploads. Very entertaining to watch.
I love my 5th gen lude it keeps up with stock frs’s all day
I’m sooo happy that people are finally talking about the prelude !
His hi tech explanation is money ! Keep up the great work
Yessss pls do more vids like these ones!!!! Really helpful!!!
Oh that H22a engine. Brings back so many memories. Back in the day I had a 91 Accord EX 4dr with 5spd manual and swapped in a h22a. Back then we didn't have a whole lot of info on dyi engine swaps so a lot of trial and error and figuring out yourself had to be done. But that thing was a sleeper and fun to drive. Damn I miss that car!
I did the same, I miss my acclude.
Start hitting up the junkyards ,I found my h22a at a junkyard,with a 40% discount + environmental fees=$233 ....currently manual swapping my cd5 ,lol thinking bout it ,i might be able to do the $500 Honda challenge lol
Had an 88 prelude that I wished I kept and did the h22 swap.
thats pretty legit. ive always wanted a 2nd or 3rd gen lude with an h22 swap. i had a cb7 accord with h22a and loved it. but those older ludes looked so good.
That is awesome! Your very own homemade Type R Accord!
You forgot to mention the fifth gen Type SH that came with Active Torque Transferring System or ATTS! ATTS basically allows you to turn into a corner faster with the front wheel turning faster than the outer wheel. Downside of a Type SH is that at around 250hp, the ATTS ECU malfunctions and therefore, makes the unit into dead weight
Love those cars.. They should bring it back
Imagine a crisp ‘01 pearl white SH with jdm fogs and sir lip lowered to the perfect height and stock. Yup it’s beautiful
Just bought a '00 Prelude a couple months ago for $160. Just needed to get new tires on the front. Otherwise it's in really good shape. High miles on the engine and a small oil leak I'm still investigating. It's been fun to work on for sure! I get to paint the flat black nasty hood a fine gloss black to match the rest of the car this weekend! Super excited slowly making this car reflect me.
I recently bought mine for 3k with 185000 kilometers
Would u recommend this car for everyday driving?
That’s a steal if it was in good condition
@@dwightk.schrute7173 got mine with 205000 km for 1500$
Honestly id say get a 4th gen with the h23. Theyre easier to find and the h23 has a closed deck which will avoid cracking. Once you have that then just swap an h22 head and h22a4 pistons in and now youve got an h23vtec. All of those mods can be done with the engine still in the car and youll end with a stroked h22
Just swap in a F20b or h23a... my F20b with cams revs and makes power to 9k...
I've got the base model of that 4th... is there any hope?
im buying a 97 prelude tomorrow and im STOKED
How did it work out
Lord Chángo dude best car ever has so much character lowered it put it on rpf1’s and its just a dream come true
Great video. I've always been curious about these cars but have never known someone who owned one.
Ohhhhh the 4th Gen., 2.2... I loved main & wished I could find one to fix up! Talking about handling! Such a sweet ride!
I have a fifth gen with the 2.2
Had a 2nd gen twin carb. Fun car especially with the baby seat in the back middle..yep sold it shortly after.
I had a 88 Prelude that we owned for several years. Canary yellow screamer! The wife kept getting speeding tickets in it and I got rid of it! What an engine! Loved that little go cart!
I drive a red 5th gen prelude, 5 speed, year 2000 and it’s completely stock, no modifications to the car what so ever. Keeping the car forever.
You've got yourself a nice gem that should go up in value.
Have had my 99 for over 15yrs now. Im only the 2nd owner. It now sits in the garage next to the currently aquired 04 S2K with 40k on it. Im also the 2nd owner of that car as well.
Got a 800$ h23a vtec blue top from hmotors for my 5th gen and it's basically a brand new car again :). Find another car so cheap that can toe to toe with a Scion frs. We're talking 20 years difference ....
Ratchets And Wrenches yup pretty much had the majority of parts swapped out for new original ones once they’ve failed.
MrHondablink I’m the second owner of my prelude as well. It needed a lot of TLC because of the Florida weather and sun but no rust what so ever on the body and no accidents.
nice video as always!!
Thanks for all the information mang!!! Awesome stuff 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
Middle aged guy here, who has been daily driving this Lude since 2002. I have a black 97 SH that already had 80k mi when I got it, I drove hard and didn't really maintain things - yet it's still running fine on almost all factory original parts (except consumables), with no major repairs, and just a lot of smiles in the corners. It's lived outside the whole time, so the clear coat is pretty shot, she does burn some oil, and she could use new shocks, bushing/mounts, but I can't complain given her age. It's insane seeing all the comments about you kids just discovering the lude or folks always wanting this car or regretting ever selling it...
Curious about your opinion on updating the engine on a prelude. I like the fourth generation and would use as a daily driver. I have the 2.4 accord engine in a 2012 Accord SE and I am so impressed with this engine with 260000 miles and all I have done was kept the oil changed. The prelude now would be in that rare exclusive club. I think it is going to be a collectors item.
I have a 1st gen prelude and it still runs as good as it did 41 years ago best car I’ve ever owned
H23A Vtec in my 2001 with a rebuilt transmission, carbon fiber synchros, and an accord 5th gear. Sitting at my work needing a new master cylinder and brake hoses. It already has Acura Legend GS dual piston calipers on the front.
Awesome trans. mods but the legend GS calipers are really not a good mod in my opinion because of the weight. I owned a 94 GS type II and rebuilt all for calipers and installed EBC (never again) slotted rotors and greenstuff pads.
I had a 00' auto lude but unfortunately dealt with a phony mechanic that ruined the trans. Still love want and need another one of these. Im 6'4" and it was still so much fun to drive.
I literally own the Prelude in your thumbnail. The guy who I bought it from was reached out to by Rotiform to be the face of the Rotiform TMB Machined Wheels on thier website. The wheels are now powder coted white with the same iconic red center cap and it is currently undergoing an engine rebuild.
Nice explanation of the prelude.
Good work with the Lude, Dude!
Got a 2nd generation 1986 5 speed 2.0 Si prelude and then 5th 1998 2.2 5 speed manual transmission, never been raced, factory stock which I bought brand new sitting in my garage now with 75,000 miles. Driven only to work and now just driven rarely. Planning of selling it.
It was also Honda’s R&D test bed that didn’t share too many parts with other Hondas making the parts unique and expensive. They would have been a game changer if they were rear wheel drive...
Actually, they shared quite a bit mechanically with Accord all the way up to the Gen 5.
Such as?
Their engines were modified versions of Accord engines. This has been like this with each gen. When Accords had A series engines the Preludes used a B series version( not to be confused with the coveted later model B series used in Civics and Civic based vehicles). The difference has always been in the top end. Later model Accords used the F Series; The Prelude used the modified version called the H Series. It always stayed true to its Accord roots. They both even used double wishbone suspensions at the same time, Except Honda eliminated it on the 1998 and on Accord, whereas the Prelude continued with it. By the way, they used the same automatic transmissions for each gen too.
That's why my first car(96 accord) was driving so well. It was boring to look at but damn it drove so well...but they get expensive to maintain once they are passed the 10 year mark.
After owning my 5th gen for years i can say parts aren’t any more expensive than regular parts when it comes to drivetrain maintenance, sure it’ll be kinda hard to find interior parts and body panels and stuff, but keeping up with engine and stuff is pretty normal priced, i did my timing belt job with Honda parts which was belt, tensioner and water pump for $300, even things like ball joints, axles, and bushings can be pretty cheap, i thought stuff would be expensive too until i started actually buying stuff lol
I had a 94 vtec and the vtec engage at 5500 rpm. With an intake you can feel a jump when vtec kick in. The car was heavy. You can feel it. The hood felt heavy and the door are heavy too. I had me and two sibling in the car and i feel slow with 3 people.We all weight about 170 each. 190 hp stick factory.weight 2932.bought the car in 2003 and sold it in 2006 due too high gas price in California at the time. It was 4.70 a gallon for premium. I work an hr away, so it was burning a hole in my wallet. This car average city 22-26 mpg. I regret selling it because this is a rare model. I paid 9g for it back then. I was 18 at the time i got this car. Didn't have car insurance back then. The law wasnt that strict back then. Plus. I couldnt afford it. The guy at eastwood insurance back then told me is was 250 for laibilty. I said f that and went home.i had a blast with this car. Its fun , but i think the rsx s it a better power to rate ratio car.i drove one at the dealership and it felt alot lighter. My bro had a 95 prelude si and it felt light compared to my vtec model.one thing about this car is that the back seat room is tiny. My size 10 feet get stuck. I have family members thar struggles to get out of the car from the back seat.
I believe the 3rd gen Prelude with 4 wheel steering had the wheels turn in the same direction for the first few degrees and then turn in the opposite direction. This provided stability for high speed turns with little steering input and (theoretically) more agility at low speeds. The high speed part worked pretty well but in practice the slow speed maneuverability suffered especially when parallel parking.
My RLX has all wheel steering too but the wheels don't turn as much and they are powered by actuators, not a mechanical system
Wasn’t a theory. It out handled the corvette and entry level Ferrari of the same year.
I love the third Generation Preludes stylistically they are the best. Even today. Really good quality cars. Interiors were quite durable. Even today many of them don't look too shabby considering the age of them. The only issue was the timing belts. If they broke it was an interference motor meaning valves smash into pistons. Happened to a friend's car first day we got it. In Australia we only got the twin cam cars. They were all loaded up with options including sunroof, cruise control etc.. a really great reliable car, best thing about them right now is how cheap they are.
I think the third generation had a b20a motor but no v-tec. Not sure how tuneable they are these days, but they were very robust motors and had good pull. I've always likened these to being like mini NSX's, only shame was they were FWD.
But I'd imagine the dorifto crowd would have ruined them all by now if they were.
I couldn't agree more. The Gen 3 was downright gorgeous. Not much for them in the aftermarket, but they look sharp even in stock form. My favorite is 1989 Si 4WS. I liked the look of the 1991 model in all white, but the 2.1L (B21) engine in the 1991 was an oddball. By the way, the B20 used in the Gen 3 Preludes is not the same B20 used in the Gen 1 CRV. They aren't even interchangeable.
3rd gen was nice too, yes
I own a 98 one. Got a short ram intake and invidia n1 catback so far. However my stimmy will be getting her a built block and turbo here soon and I can’t wait.
Get “lude with the lube.”😁 My ‘97 is an absolute joy to drive.
Have you still got your 97? I’m looking at getting one with 160,000kms and wondering if it was a good first car
@@xhirsty7803 as long as its a base model it is
Just recently bought my 01’ lude manual for 3500, 122000 miles in it. Very excited as it will be my entry in to the car world. Can’t wait to start the mods and upgrades soon
Literally just found a car with the same miles and cost and debating on buying it as my first car to mod, how did it work out for you?
@@mmmm00cheese35 I didn’t for me. It had to many electrical problems when starting etc. And I got tired of it and sold it recently. Other than that the car ran good and amazing when it would run. Manuals are the way to go tho , never buy an automatic versions of preludes Bc their transmissions are bad. Either way I would buy it if you wanted it
The Gen 4 Prelude (92-96) also had electric 4 wheel steering option on Si model from 1992-1994 and the 190 hp VTEC model (the one you had) was offered from 1993 and 1996.
Update: It was 1993; 1995.
Not true the 190 hp VTEC Prelude was offered in the U.S. from 1993-1996
I’ve owned 4 so far and I agree it was absolutely a love hate with all of them. Still my favorite car I ever owned
I own a 5th gen and honestly i think making the car Rwd would’ve ruined it, feeling the car around corners and at it’s limit i think the balance of the car rwd would not suit the chassis, i think the Fwd is perfect with the weight distribution of the car how all the weight is on the front wheels and even the engine is placed almost directly on top of the wheels it gives it that perfect grip and balance, the low weight towards the rear allows the rear to swing around and follow the front which is why the car doesn’t understeer easily compared to other fwd cars, if it was rwd i think the rear would have too much weight and not allow it to rotate as much
Gabe Flores car and driver said the 5th gen drove like a rwd car but that’s how all generations of them drove. And making it rwd wouldn’t disturb weight distribution too much. The car is very close to 50/50 as is
The 5th gen only came out a couple years before the S2K so i would assume they were being thought-out and developed around the same time, maybe they kept it Fwd so when people complained about it they would release the S2K?😂
Agreed, especially with the SH version.
Gabe Flores but the 4th gen debuted when the NSX came out. The prelude has always been around RWD chassis. It was supposed to mimic rwd handling characteristics as were majority of the sporty Honda’s. I feel Honda did extremely well with the last 2 generations but I do agree, they LOOK and should’ve been rwd. Honda even experimented with longitudinal mounted engines in FWD cars. Which is like halfway rwd lol
Sorry guys I have owned a 2001 since 09. If driven at the limit they become understeering monsters. Combination of weight and front bias... not good. Modded Integra or Civic > modded prelude. I love the car tho, but for handling Ludes can't touch Civics and Tegs.
another good video!
Not one mention about oil burning or leaking? Water leaks in the interior? Idle issues? Garbage automatic transmissions? Rust?
I had a 98 with the automatic. The only one of those problems I've had was some water leaking in the trunk. Overall it was the best car I've ever owned.
You have to clean the sunroof's gutters once in a while lol
Brother has a 5th gen. Oil burning and leaking is a huge issue with it, water leaks were fixed by resealing tail lights (roof drains were fine), idles fine?, went through two auto transmissions - then finally got a 5 speed. Random rust everywhere and it’s a CA car.
if your prelude burns alot of oil its the valve seals, or the vtech solenoid. the gaskets get worn, if you do the matinence your supposed to they last a long time mines at 300,000 km
no rust either an i live in canada
I love this car!! I had an '89 and a '97.Wish they brought it back.
Watch Me DIY It I think they just might, Celica is probably coming back too
Watch Me DIY It the accord coupe pretty much took its place
@@ThemReaper5 😢
I had one and loved it. I have a 2018 Civic & it’s sooo much like the Prelude.
@@benjamminc6414 yeah no. Honda has said they will never make another prelude again after the 5 gen sales bombed.
Automatic transmissions made out of GLASS on the last Gen.
Mine just went. I dumped a bunch of money into it. looks and sounds amazing. Then 2 weeks later the trans went😑. Now I'm looking into converting it to manual.
@@DanielRamirez-iq3rt same boat my friend, hang in there.
@@joshuabarkey4554 I was reading about options for the swap. I read remanufactured auto transmission's fix the problem. Heard anything about it? The manual swap is adding up quick on paper.
Mine has always worked great. I change the trans fluid every other year using Amsoil products including their 5w-30 and filters.
@@DanielRamirez-iq3rt buddy of mine spent a fortune getting his trans rebuilt just for it to go out again a few years later. Like, I think someone sabotaged this car because it could've been competition to the other more popular cars of it's time. Made it such an unreliable maintenance heavy POS
1989 Honda Prelude Si 4WS was my first Honda car....I miss her.
I still have my 96 prelude sr-v 5spd
Hey great video R&W..Do a video featuring the S2000 and why it was killed so soon.
Can you do a video on most reliable van for camper conversions
Love my 97 SH
I have owned 2 Preludes: an 88 Si and a 98 Base. The 88Si handled amazingly, especially after springs and struts. Alas, it was stolen and stripped. My 98 was my partner in crime - VTEC Yo! I put an AEM intake, DC header, and SuperSprint axel-back on it, and oh how amazing it sounded. The bad for it was it burned oil later in life. No matter; I still miss that 98
2020 and my 2001 prelude type sh 5 speed still going strong !!
you did a good job explaining vtec
Man, I’m currently working on an 82 and getting back on the road. I ordered a carb today so now I’m just waiting to get her fired up and running.... except the master cylinder ain’t working so great
I've been restoring a Supermarine Blue 98 BB6 manual for about 6 months. I have never driven the car because I want everything to be perfect. I cant wait to take it for a spin.
Miss my '92 Si 5spd
Thanks to this video, I am now pretty sure I have a cracked block. Fun!
I have a 97
Cammed, tuned with full bolt ons and suspension.
I've never driven anything like it. Corners just as hard as the Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio I took out a few times. Incredible machines. Screaming to 8000 rpm with a hard vtec kick.
@Ratchets and Wrenchs can you please do a video on E85 tunes?
I love my prelude ❤️
What was the major difference between the H22 and h23 engine
Powa baby
Este guey is hilarious. Best TH-camr
I’m planning on buying a 97 prelude 5th gen with 130k miles for 2k but the thing is the guy said the car idles at a red light due to the egr but the thing is I’m not sure if that’s the only problem, I’m kinda nervous cause this would be my first car and I’m only 17 with barely having a few knowledge of cars I’m hoping I don’t get scammed
How did it work out?
Vtec engages the middle set of valve rockers allowing the more aggressive cam lobe to do it’s work.
You got the 4ws wrong a bit. It turns different directions and degrees depending on the steering input.
U should make a video on who makes the best 4 cylinders v6 Nd v8
Honda, Toyota/Nissan, and Chevrolet.
Run Aubameyang Run Nissan???😐
I would go Honda for 4 cylinders Toyota for v6/v8 Ford for v6 subaru
This may be a bit biased being that I own a G37, but Nissan makes some great V6s. Obviously, they're not quite 2JZ, but the VQ series, the VR series, and the legendary RB engines are really good engines. And I'm sorry, but Ford's V8s can't compare with the LS
Run Aubameyang Run with the manual** their v6 sounds pretty good I would say better than the Honda nd Toyota in terms of sound
Prelude gang
I want a prelude but I can’t image how many riced ones there are. 😭😭😭😭
@CwilzZy i got one that was stock except it had been painted and it has an aftermarket stereo
thanks i am enjoying it. it has high miles, over 200k but it runs well. the owner didnt want to sell it so i offered him above bb price, 2200 and its been great so far. couldnt let it go these cars are gettimg rarer every year due to people parting them out
@CwilzZy that sounds awesome id love to see it if you complete it
I have a 2000 Prelude with 36K on it. All original and never seen bad weather except some rain! Car is garaged and stored in winter like now here in Buffalo NY. I only use original Honda parts when replacing worn out parts. I have it insured for $10K since I'm not sure what its really worth.
The second gen lude was either carb or fuel injected. The '86 and '87 Si US spec cars got a 12 valve port fuel injected 110 hp 4.
A20A3
I’ve 5 gen, i just change springs for lower eibach pro kit and now I’m not afraid to take some corner in 140 while the BMW behind me slowing down to 100 🚗💨
My 01 was great with just aem cold air dc header and megan exhaust. Non sh. Then i had to supercharge it lol. Had issues with it hitting strut tower on hard full throttle. In result big belt would rip. Then got better engine mounts and all was fine. But still have to replace the little belt every 6k. Then all kind of issues. To many to name but it was enough i traded it and my crx and my eg si for a 2001 s2k back in 2004. But still miss it. Especially when it could beat the new e46 m3. Total sleeper. Not even lowered lol.
In fact, the Prelude was discontinued because of the arival of the Accord Coupe. Hell of a fun car. Silly question... does the k20 fit into the car?
Anything 2.2 and manual is worth saving. Awesome car, my friend had one and I has a 1998 200SX. He could beat me every time.
i found one but they want $5000, 2001 sh 140,000 miles is it to much? need a car before winter
Awesome, can you do a similar one about the civic si? Thanks!
Good idea, I'll try.
Just got my 98 prelude 🤗
How's your transmission holding up. I just got a 98 base 4 speed auto
I want a 2001 base model so bad, but I'm only recently getting into car and not sure what to do about the oil burning and water leaks etc. Should I go with this or an rsx?
Mine is 1985 Prelude Si. Got new then and is authentic save for the stereo. The AC compressor broke. What mods to do...
200hp is pretty good considering the Brz/86 now have about similar power.
You forgot to mention the auto transmission issues and oil burning on the 5th gens. My 98 base auto basically drank oil.
Still they're amazing cars overall.
I wanna keep my 4th gen forever.
4th gen is best. Best feeling clutch and shifter and the front end is amazing. This car is all about balance. I think it is best ti just be satisfied with it as stock. Choose a lighter car to mod if racing is your goal. As is it is a great feeling very fun car. If you want torque or to race get a c5 z06 or something similar. This car is best just enjoyed as is. In the 3rd and 4th gears it is a blast.
@@flyjohnson711 4th Gen is definitely best.
I have a 94 F20b swap with pro2 cams 2640 lbs and 230 whp.
My 93 vtec lude is turbo making 305 on 91 pump gas on a super conservative tune. Small turbo. Both have suspension setups.
I had a silver 1981 Prelude!... Manual of course! I remember the sunroof leaked a lot!
My 94 prelude vtec model Looked shorted than my bro 95 prelude si. I dont know if its shorter or not. Please let me know if you guys know it.
What wheels are those? The ones on the thumbnail
Do a video about best cars to rent on Turo! Has to be less than 12 yrs old and less than 130k miles. SUVs and sports cars tend to do the best on Turo, but compact cars can do well in certain areas as well.
Hey, I'm looking to buy a 98, 2000 Lexus LS 400, what should I be aware of? Thx for any advice
Yeah, the Lexus LS400s don't break down. Make sure timing belt has been changed. Engine bay has limited in space and timing belt replacement easily over $1,000 since many mechanics lift the engine to replace it.
If you feel and see vibration from the engine bay, the AC compressor is about to die on it. That's what to my dad's 95 LS400.
@@terbennett thx
@@xraymind thx
Hi! You have good taste and they are reliable, but the parts are very expensive in north america so don't pay much and if it breaks down just get rid of it don't throw money at a 20 year old car, no matter how good it might have been in it's hayday. It's often cheaper to just hop from car to car when they get this old. You might also consider the mileage you will get from an older car vs a newer ones sometimes the fuel savings outweight the tag price over time. Just do your numbers to see what suits you. Enjoy your Lexus!
Can you do a video on the honda crx?
There's a clean looking 3rd gen manual prelude sitting at my apartment that flooded in Harvey... it hasn't moved in a year. If I needed/could afford a project car, I'd try to find the owner...
Does anybody know where to find the rubbering for around rear Windows and fron ones..mine are in horrible condition and cant seem to find the stripping anywhere??
Another Prelude
My kid just got an 01. Where can I find another engine to rebuild on the side?
FYI - 1991 3rd gen prelude had an option on the Si for a 2.1l b21a series in American market
Also not completely how 4 w s works. Wheels actually turn same direction as front wheels at different speeds as well
shiize9ine.. Yeah that engine was a unicorn. One year and only used here. I can't understand why Honda did that!
Terrence Bennett yeah and it made the same 135hp and had head gasket issues. Good mileage though.
@@terbennett In Canada (I thought also in the USA) the B21A1 was available for 2 yrs, both in 1990 and 1991. Also it was rated at 140hp (at least here in Canada).
@@rjhein I heard it was N America only, but didn't realize Canada had it for two years. No surprise on the power We usually get less here
I had a 88 model with 4ws, I miss the high speed stability of the car. I've always wondered if the 1 gen NSX was based on it's shape.
I miss my lude too, if I didn't need the money at the time I would have never sold it.