I Made a "Main Relay Conversion Kit" for HONDA EF CIVIC & CRX😎

[@BosiayaPc]

man i found a rats nest of wires someone rigged for a relay in the crx i bought with 2 kill switches and they just twisted and taped wires why cant people do it like this, i respect your content man thank you for being a true honda man!

[@BudgetGears]

That totally sucks! There's a lot of hacked up wiring jobs out there. I feel like some of those people just do whatever on a car to get it working. It's probably why so many people have wiring issues. lol. Thanks man. Appreciate you watching!

[@crewrooster4282]

I found one of your conversion kits or one just like yours in my 91 crx that wasn't being used. I pulled it out and used it in my 89 (cause that's the one that runs right now) I used it with a standard 12v 30 amp I had lying around and it fired right up. First time in 3 days. Thank you my man.

[@BudgetGears]

Thanks for your feedback! I'm glad the conversion kit is working for you. 😁

[@TheJonDeezie]

You got a subscriber! and A purchase! That relay is no joke! Thanks for explaining everything. A+

[@BudgetGears]

Thanks man! Appreciate the sub and the purchase!

[@oldskool1979]

Basically a main relay has two sets of switches inside. When you first turn the key on, you are closing one set of contacts which provides power to the ECU. In turn, the ECU then closes the second set of contacts which powers up the fuel pump. When you turn the key 'on' - you see the CEL light come on (for 2 secs) while at the same time the fuel pump primes (and when the light goes off, the fuel pump stops priming)

[@brycemueller7330]

Bro a few years ago I couldn't find anything like this, nice!!

[@richardlindsay8256]

Another common problem that I don't think you have covered yet is replacing the plastic plug on the clutch pedal that disintegrates, which disables the clutch interlock switch, and prevents you from starting the car. Its really cheap and easy to fix sometimes it is called the 1 cent fix because you can literally tape a penny over the hole to fix the problem.

[@BudgetGears]

That's the little nylon plug thing right? I did think about replacing mine, but mine is still ok *knock on wood*. lol. I think there's one on the clutch switch and one on the brake switch as well.

[@richardlindsay8256]

@@BudgetGears If yours is actually nylon it may have already been replaced because I don't think they were originally nylon

[@mandraxfilostein]

Thanks man, this helps a ton.

[@victorsgarage5814]

Nice work man 👏🏽

[@BudgetGears]

Thanks man! 😁

[@rutenmedita4686]

Thanks I fixed the problem. Ignition cable .that was all the problem

[@DavidParker-cf2km]

The only video that shows the pain in the ass process of removing the OEM relay. The wire harness anchor on mine was backward, there was no way to reach the little spring arms, so it was either sledge hammer or dikes. Not my car, so dikes cut the wire harness anchor. Then there was no way that relay was going to fit through the corner as it did in this example. Had to remove the bolts holding the dash plastic and pull the dash plastic just enough to get the relay wire harness past the steel relay mount. The new relay is going to be wire tied just in case that car ever comes back. This car is never going to pull nine-G maneuvers like an F-16 to need that much support for six inches of harness and a relay at the end.

[@rvmangvd4050]

If the relay goes bad do you have to buy the whole kit again ? How does that work

[@BudgetGears]

@@rvmangvd4050 if the relay goes bad, you can buy a replacement 5pin automotive relay anywhere and replace it. The connector is the conversion, which allows you to use any of these universal 5 pin relays.

[@rvmangvd4050]

@ okay so buy a relay from like AutoZone and then depin and repin ?

[@BudgetGears]

@@rvmangvd4050 no, just plug it in. The conversion is 2 parts. A connector and a relay. Take the relay off the connector and plug new one in.

[@rvmangvd4050]

Copy that I had a slow moment 🤝

[@mattkoh]

Does the 2-second fuel pump prime still work with this? Or does the pump run constantly?

[@BudgetGears]

The relay works exactly the same as oem. It'll prime and it'll come on when the engine is running.

[@vicentepadilla7941]

Thanks 🙏 ✌️

[@carlosgonzales1484]

Where can I get one for my 1991 crx

[@BudgetGears]

@@carlosgonzales1484 you can buy from my ebay. link in the description.

[@bryanskeens4160]

Can you show how to male the relay you got there my 93 delso dies one min an after a jump or wait awhile it cranks back do you think it's that relay that's the cause?let me no please ty

[@BudgetGears]

It does sound like the main relay. You can take your relay out and reflow the solder, which should fix it for a while. You can also check my ebay, I make an eg relay that'll plug right in for you.

[@leovara4909]

Does anyone know where to find the plug that attaches to the main fuel relay?

[@gusandcars]

did you ever find it?

[@DirtyNastySi]

I been trying to find it too

[@randallyiuchungyu6961]

My 1999 Honda Civic EX has main relay solder joint problem , everytime my civic stay outside for a long period in hot sunny day , it won't start. Do you have conversion kit for 1999 civic EX sedan .I live in Metro Vancouver ,BC

[@BudgetGears]

Yes, I do. Reach out to me on Instagram.

[@OniMX5]

Are blue and yellow tied together?

[@devon1748]

My jdi system turns off and I notice that it will arm itself but the ecu and dash lights are still on so I went through everything and I'm thinking it's the main relay sticking or just not givin enough time to fully shut off so I ordered one of these hopefully updates everything complete with the jdi and I don't have that situation anymore when I forget to hold the button to crank my car.

[@BudgetGears]

Your issue doesn't sound like the main relay. The main relay gets power from the ignition and then mainly powers the fuel pump. Your dash lights staying on sounds like something to do with the ignition, which would be your JDI kit because the JDI kit replaces your ignition switch.

[@Ryvalx1000]

This work for a 97 accord?

[@BudgetGears]

You'll need a newer gen relay that has a different connector. I also sell one for the later gen Civic's and Integra's, which should fit the accord as well.

[@HIReving]

I am interest in your relay kit.

[@BudgetGears]

Check out my ebay. Link in the description! 😁

[@jamesbrennan9591]

Will this work for a 99 honda civic

[@BudgetGears]

Yes, it does, but the 99 civic uses a different connector. I make one that works for a 99 civic as well. You can check my ebay if you're interested.

[@martingonsalez6635]

one question will rhis work for a 91 honda prelude

[@BudgetGears]

Yes, it will work for a 1991 prelude.

[@oldskool1979]

Does the main relay just control the fuel pump or other ? Doesnt the standard relay have solder joint in it too ? lol

[@BudgetGears]

Main relay powers the Fuel pump and ECU. And no.

[@oldskool1979]

@@BudgetGears So why is the OEM main relay so much bigger and has so many solder joints on the board ? How can the new standard relay accomplish the same job ?

[@themechanic6117]

@@oldskool1979 I just installed one of these and it works just fine. I was wondering why the oem part was so much larger also

[@gokuxluffy8399]

Same for 91 dx civic wagon?

[@BudgetGears]

Yes.

[@puch7261]

im in usa if theres anything i can help with in getting parts im willing to help i know theres certain things you cant find. if i can help inbox.💪🏼

[@crimnalmind00]

Greetings I tried to order it from eBay but the issue it’s not shipping to my country is there another way to order?

[@BudgetGears]

You can send me a message on Ebay and I can get you a shipping quote.

[@rutenmedita4686]

Thanks I have a question.. If I by pass it would it effect anything in the he car or not ?

[@BudgetGears]

A relay is essentially a switch. It's used to take on higher amperage requirements on your vehicle. In other words, the relay will take the beating before your other components do. By passing it may run fine, but you may fry other things in your car over time because they now take on the load instead of the relay.

[@rutenmedita4686]

@@BudgetGears ok. I turn key on but no power to relay really lost cuz I checked alot of things please if you have any clue what might be the problem .please let me know thanks for your reply

[@BudgetGears]

@@rutenmedita4686 Run some tests on your ignition switch. They go bad after a while. Also check your fuses.

[@albono780]

@@BudgetGears so the main relay consists of 2 relays one to power on ecm and engine 12v supply for injector, solenoids exc…. And the other one is for the fuel pump . I see you only use one relay. In this case will you be over loading the ignition switch supply to main relay turn on circuit ?

[@BudgetGears]

​@@albono780 That depends on how much amperage your ECU and Fuel Pump are drawing. Your ignition switch will be safe since it's what's powering the main relay. Also, the factory main relay consists of a circuit board where as a universal automotive relay does not. I can't say it's not as strong as a universal automotive relay, but it definitely doesn't look as durable. Plus, it's only a 10amp fuse that powers the main relay. The relay I use is a 40amp relay. The fuse will blow long before enough current will go through to damage the relay or other components.

[@evo6swap]

Do you have one for a 92 Honda civic hatchback please

[@BudgetGears]

Sorry, unfortunately I don't.

[@evo6swap]

@@BudgetGears can you help me with the pin out or how to wire one in please I think I might new a new ecu but would like to try this before I get a new one and want to make sure I don't burn up anything please

[@MacGyver22]

Can I buy one?

[@BudgetGears]

Yes, you can. Check out my ebay. Link in the description.

[@thairicaan]

Will this work with the 92 and up civic?

[@BudgetGears]

No unfortunately it won't. The 92 and up civic uses a different style connector.

[@luisalberto362]

Does this work for eg

[@BudgetGears]

No, it doesn't. EG is slightly different in wiring and connector.

[@jojobinks1155]

So I replaced a relay that it looks like the OEM version for the fuel pump. Is that different than that relay or no because I’m also having starter problems. So I was wondering if that is also the starter relay? Sorry if none of that made sense it’s late and I’m tired.😂

[@BudgetGears]

No, the main relay is not the starter relay. The main relay is for the fuel pump. The starter has it's own relay as well. Are you sure your starter hasn't gone bad? Starters do wear out.

[@jojobinks1155]

@@BudgetGears i replaced the starter. Still ony wants to work when it wants too

[@BudgetGears]

@@jojobinks1155 Have you checked your ignition switch? Those wear out too. Checked all your grounds? Checked your battery terminals? You'd be surprised how often dirty and loose battery terminals cause the car to start sometimes and sometimes not. Was everything working fine before? Personally, I have no clue where the starter relay is. I only know there is one cause the service manual says there is. It's definitely not something that commonly goes. Have you checked your clutch switch? Many of these other things would go before the starter relay goes.

[@jojobinks1155]

@@BudgetGears i think ot was my battery. Its below zero temps

[@TheShangralaaaa17]

if you have an aftermarket high flow fuel pump this new relay isn't going to work for long and it'll burn out. oem relay works fine

[@avnscubasteve]

Hello Everyone... So my 90 CRX is another victim to this ongoing problem of not starting up. Was always working fine up till two months ago! This is want I have done so far... ( Change out starter, replace all fuses, new battery,) looks like the next things to do is change out (starter relay and plastic plug on clutch and check all ground connections) my Main Relay seems to be OK, when I turn the key all the lights turn on cluster and I can here the fuel pump turn on. But when I try to start up the car I get nothing.

[@BudgetGears]

When you try to start, does the engine turn over? If the starter activates, then it's not the starter. If it doesn't turn over, then it's to do with the starter circuit. You can by pass the clutch switch by putting a jumper on the harness. You can also jump the starter to ensure your starter works. If it works, then it's pretty obvious there's a break in wiring somewhere. If it's turning over, then check for fuel pressure and spark.

[@adalinehoernemann8512]

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