Installing a Hydraulic Transmission Into My CRX - Innovative Cable to Hydro Actuator & Motor Mount

[@Busydadgarage717]

Happy to see this update. Been checking every day since Saturday. Lol. I have the opposite problem for my trans. I have a YS1, but converted to hydro pedal assembly. I think I may just revert back to cable setup to make things easier.

[@KMFDM781]

I had a similar hydro/cable bracket on mine. I originally had an ebay one that liked to bind up sometimes and the geometry was wrong. My clutch pedal was cocked out so far left that it wouldn't go down far enough to release the clutch. I had a somewhat heavy Competition Clutch pressure plate that was in the car when I got it and I destroyed 3 pedal assemblies. The one that was in the car when I bought it was already pretty messed up....then I killed two CRX assemblies (which are stronger) and one plain EF assembly. I swapped to the bracket like yours and went to an Action Clutch 4 puck unsprung unit and it was much much better but still too much for a stock EF pedal assembly and it was starting to bend after a month or so. I went to the Hush cable to hydro conversion shortly after I noticed the bending and had zero issues afterwards. I actually was able to force their slave cylinder bracket onto the bent EF assembly and it lasted until I sold the car. That bracket is heavy duty and really triangulates the weak spots in the stock assembly. I don't know if you can still buy it by itself but it's worth it even if you plan to keep the cable and conversion bracket setup.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks for the super interesting share. I'd love to do the Hush Performance setup that they still offer which is full hydro, but these parts were essentially "free" so I decided to use them for now. I may actually sell and get the Hush kit once the season is over.

[@BRENDAJASON1]

I might as well scrap my b engine even though needs rebuilt doing me no good where I am can’t find a b trans harder to find than than the engines

[@joshdane5657]

You can buy a rebuilt one from synchrotech or manual gearbox LLC. I think even geardriven is selling them. They are expensive but worth it. Or if you're broke like me get a used one lol. I paid 350 for both of my small spline LS cable trans one from a friend and one from eBay. They cost alot more for a b series than a d series but its worth it. You could use a hydraulic trans they are easier to find usually.

[@BRENDAJASON1]

@@joshdane5657 I think I’ve found one few hours away from me

[@AndToTheRepublic4WhichItStands]

​@@joshdane5657nobody building Honda's in their garage has $3000 to drop on a 90s Honda transmission tho

[@saraithompson8169]

The itr tranny is a great choice for the track you’ll be in your powerband majority of the time and an upgraded lsd as well makes it so much more fun. Surprisingly enough too is with the 4.7 fd you really dont see a hit in mpg as most people would think

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

👍

[@jdmgatekeeper5849]

Hey, did the speed sensor work? I noticed you used the cable transmission speed sensor and put it in the hydro transmission.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Of course it did. 👍

[@jdmgatekeeper5849]

@@GarageBuiltHondas so I can do the same thing and put a cable speed sensor into my b16 hydro trans that’s going into my 1990 integra?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yes

[@jdmgatekeeper5849]

Hey I’m dropping a b16a2 into my 1990 integra DA. What distributor, alternator and starter do I need for my set up to work? I’m using the stock harness from the Integra da.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

All obd0 parts.

[@Spaghetti-O]

Helpful video as always! I have a known solid hydro LS trans with installed LSD for a B20 swap in by 88 CRX SI, wondering what the best option was for cable to hydro. Hush kit looks sweet but for 88 you have to swap to a later pedal assembly which is kind of a bummer.

[@pdusty7707]

Hey Jon, don’t know if you already swapped to a smaller throttle cable, but an eg cable works as well! I used one on my z6 swapped EF, and it fits perfect in the pedal and will get rid of all that slack. Mine was getting stuck on my neuspeed strut bar and sticking open! Super sketchy!!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks for the tip, I'll probably order one when I remember too!

[@pdusty7707]

@@GarageBuiltHondas no problem! I took a small vacay from efs, but just recently traded a gs300 I paid $2k for, for a b16 swapped fwd wagon, and an RT4WD wagon. I’m happy to be back in one everyday lol

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Nobody ever really leaves EFs. Lol

[@codykerns9051]

need some of that woven heat shield stuff for your header's, might keep that cable from melting at least a little bit longer but I'm sure it's not full proof.

[@arockpcb1347]

Yes, my same cable to hydro set up melted the plastic adjustment screw. Now I have to check it often.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

That's no good!

[@pnwgamerguy8030]

I'm in process of doing a d series hydro trans swap with hasport conversion.. hope I like it, I couldn't find a 88-91 si trans to save my life..

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Feels solid. I'll be trying a full hydro setup hopefully this summer.

[@Philthese93]

Random Wednesday video!! Thank you 🙏

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

👍

[@leoflako13]

I have a 92 GSR that came swapped with a b18ba2? w a 2 speed manual transmission…. Now a b18c1 is going in with its hydro 5 speed transmission… currently made a full hydro conversion with the master cylinder on the pedal assembly…. Just curious to see if I need new axles or do the axles on the b18b1

[@GTS_-oq2op]

Thanks Jon! Another good tutorial video 😃 anyways what suspension setup you’re running right now?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

This! kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6rKkqaFhLKtbK8

[@uses0ap]

16:39 Diggin that window crank lol

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks to a good friend and crx lover also!

[@angelodivincenzo9190]

I’m in the process of ordering my cable to hydro kit, just checking if you’ve gotten the hasport kit and wondering which one you prefer?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

The Hasport one worked fine. I'm full hydraulic now and prefer that way more

[@sladdar]

Hey! I noticed your traction bar in the video. Can you share the brand name of that traction bar and were to get it?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnKtpnmEdtmLlas

[@The_Redkween]

Love this video! I went with a cable-tranny because it was the first available but it had no markings on it. How do you tell if it’s LSD or open? Thx! Still it in the car, btw

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Remove an axle and look in the diff. A bar in the diff equals no LSD.

[@The_Redkween]

@@GarageBuiltHondas thanks, Jon! I have an open. :(. Oh well, it’s all I had available and I’m just putting n a stock JDM B16a anyway. Not power hungry, just want more track ability

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

LSD really isn't necessary unless you're tracking you car very often and you're driving skills have exceeded your parts. 👍

[@The_Redkween]

@@GarageBuiltHondas well that certainly hasn’t happened. 😂

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

One day you'll get there!!

[@EazyZ510]

Did the cable to hydro have any issues with heat next to the header

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I didn't experience any.

[@haystack8569]

hey what hardware do i use to bolt this up to my gsr trans?? anyone with anything is much appreciated 💪🏼👊🏼

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

If purchased new it'll come with hardware.

[@haystack8569]

@@GarageBuiltHondas thanks guys much appreciated. 👊🏼

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

If not contact Innovative. I'm sure they'll send you some if you ask, maybe even for free.

[@throughmyeyesmedia6492]

Nice transmission pick up and I was going to ask on the speedo sensor if you were going to sell it lol but you used it on the transmission.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

For sure man!! Thanks!

[@anthonygutierrez3515]

How would you be able to tell the difference between a b18 or b16 cable trans with out opening it up

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnXFfIevjdOhhas

[@Brianlsvtec]

Do you have any issues with the trans hitting the passenger side frame? My b16 hydro trans is hitting the frame on any kind of hard shifting or taking off.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Zero. And I tracked it once with this setup. If you're using generic mounts, that may be the problem. I'm using Hasport with the softest bushing and no issues.

[@Brianlsvtec]

@@GarageBuiltHondas I'm using innovative billet mounts with the 95a inserts. I had this same setup in my sedan and it never hit but it hits in hy hatch. Kinda interesting, maybe I can loosen the mounts and move it over a little? If not guess I'll be adding a midplate mounted to the traction bar lol

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

That's too bad, maybe do as you said, loosen them all and shift it over and tighten again as the engine is being pushed over.

[@Brianlsvtec]

@@GarageBuiltHondas I took the passenger mount off and it was slotted. I got it all fixed now👌

[@flacorodriguez5798]

Yes yes finally content ..........thanks

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

👍

[@levylovits]

Jon is there any way you can make a video of what every electrical part is and does. I got wires under neath the steering column that are almost melted showing bare wire. Most of the wires are sleeved with duck tape. I ran my car hard yesterday which i know i shouldnt have done. After the session i was driving back yestderday and the car died on me. It wouldnt start i didnt hear the fuel pump prime but i did felt the relay clicking. I disconnected the battery checked the fuses #8 was blown but all the instrument lights were working. The fuse was 25amp. I noticed none of the fuses are what they are suppose to be all mixed matched amps. I got wires cut or frayed. Relays or fuse boxes not bolted to anything. This goes back to my request in that maybe if you can help out with naming electrical parts so i can cross refrence them to a wiring diagram. Maybe if hints on sensors if swaps are to be done like d15 to d16/zc This moring again the car cranked but no start. The only thing different from before to now was zip tie the wire rats nest under the steering column so that i would rub the wires with my leg. I touch the wire nest with my hand and it started up. Got to work and tried it again. Started. I know my o2 was giving me problems before. Replaced it recently but i think its still giving me problems. Had code 1 last night moved the wiring no code. I need to spend more time following wires and labing them and checking out pins

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Sorry, I just don't have the time. I only make videos of what I'm currently working on and I've got my hands full with all the things I want to get done to my cars and hardly enough time to work on any of it.

[@levylovits]

@@GarageBuiltHondas thats how it is man. I just got a pdf service manual online free. Im going to read that puppy like no other. I learning everyday about this car. I got zc but it has dual point. I replaced the o2 but now im getting similar problems of what i had before. Rpm not doing down after i shift. On top i have a leak in the exhaust somewhere. It never ends but itll come through. Engine mounts are done though atleast

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

That'll work. Good luck!

[@matthewscarpetta]

hey GBH what's your opinion over the DC Sports header vs Skunk2 header? I see that DC sports don't make a 4-1 header for vtec engines anymore🤷

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Both are great. I doubt one makes more power than the other really. Probably similar gains as both companies make good products. Grab whichever you can get that'll save you a little money!

[@matthewscarpetta]

@@GarageBuiltHondas the problems with the DC sports 4-1 header are: low floor clearance, 2.25" merge collector and 404 Stainless steel which tends to rust. I've seen guys online chop the 2.25" collector and weld on a 2.5" collector and gain a few HP I don't know if it's worth the headache

[@robh23a1]

HOPEFULLY YOU CAN HELP!!!! Does a jdm b16 transmission work with ls axles ON A B18B MOTOR ??? I heard that you need to run 90-93 integra axles non abs an use a b16 intermediate shaft for it to work

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

What car?

[@Mr.Noz11]

Any updates on the Ef sedan

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Not yet. Want to get on it during the off-season.

[@johnplate9367]

I have the same setup on my crx . Mine rubs my header . At a stand still till I get a new header

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Which header?

[@666gnarlsbad]

Love your videos bro. Shout out from Carlsbad New Mexico🌶

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yo! Thank you!

[@Edony8]

Love the videos and all the cars. Keep it up!

[@Cruz99juan]

Does it work for a d series transmission?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

They do make one

[@josuecrx]

I have a question, you had to bent or smash the frame to fit the b series alternator?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

This car was never hammered, I found this out when I had to swap the alternator belt. I was able to find an extra belt that I had lying around that was shorter and it worked. I prefer to hammer the frame rail though and will one day when I pull the engine.

[@josuecrx]

@@GarageBuiltHondas Thanks!, I saw many crx that needed to be hammered, but i dont knw why, because the jdm sir came with a B series. I have a fitment problem with my B series alternator so i want to see a solution without hammer it.

[@jonnymiskatonic]

Nice work as always! I'm debating on what to do with my wagon. Can't decide if I wanna keep the D or swap to a B.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Do what your budget allows, otherwise it becomes stressful. 👍

[@edvas02271]

I'm in the same situation but the wagon only has 119k miles. So healthy rides so smooth but soooo slow lol

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Nothing wrong with a cruiser at all. Enjoy it, those are fun! The more mods and more power you make the more stress you create. It is fun though!

[@1991jdmcivic]

Are those skateboard wheels on the window cranks?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yes

[@peterbryant3584]

Great video great content

[@chasstiltner3571]

What hardware did you end up using on the side skirts? The screws pci provided me were a little on the short side

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

PCI provided. Everything worked perfectly.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

It just installs directly over the plastic. Email Brian from PCI. He had sent me the instructions but I tossed them. It's so easy to install them.

[@theimporttuner399]

Whats the update on the pedal feel using the actuator?? Do you like it? I purchased the innovative h22 ef mount kit that comes with the actuator. Im hoping it feels good enough where i won't have to go full hydro. Well lmk how you like it so far?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Feels like a cable setup still. It's fine.

[@thebestever2774]

Is a sick car♥️🔥

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thank you!

[@ericvang5930]

I have the same cable to hydro kit but I noticed that your clutch fork is different than my itr. Which clutch fork are you using that’ll allow for the piece to connect to it?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Couldn't tell you. Looks stock to me. I got the trans from a parts car so I'm unsure if it's a different fork. My guess is all B series forks from 92-01 should be the same as all those transmissions have the same sized input shafts and gears.

[@ericvang5930]

@@GarageBuiltHondas I see. Do we just push and squeeze the ball on the bracket into the fork?

[@ericvang5930]

Sorry to bother you again, but is there anything holding the end piece that’s pushing the clutch fork in place? Or is it constant pressure from the tranny that’s not allowing it to slide out of the fork? I’m currently working with the same setup, except my tranny isn’t mated yet to block.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Don't understand what you're saying, sorry.

[@dustyumbreon5472]

i wanted to ask how your experience with the innovative mounts were, im considering them myself for my d series ef as a replacement for oem and wanted to know if there were any concerns with fitment or durability

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

None. Hasport or Innovative is the way to go.

[@marionoh6743]

Donde puedo comprar el kit de la tranmicon

[@manuelortega797]

So I'm doing a b20 ls trans in my ef I was wondering if you had any info on how to get the speedometer working with it dose it just switch over or dose it have to be a specific year 🤔

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You didn't mention speedometer sensor

[@manuelortega797]

@@GarageBuiltHondas yeah my bad are the speedometer sensors interchangeable as well 🤔

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yes. Just need a cable sensor

[@manuelortega797]

@@GarageBuiltHondas hay man I really appreciate you sharing this Info and honestly keep up the great work with the videos I really enjoy and learn alot from watching you thank you happy holidays

[@manuelortega797]

@@GarageBuiltHondas one last questions what year make and model should I be looking for

[@kellywesley1977]

Hey what does that speed sensor come out of

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

All cable manual trans.

[@kaybevang536]

What happens if I put a Usdm Del sol b16 tranny same process on my da9 ?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yes

[@AXONOMETRIC]

Hey Jon, Are those the buddy club wheels? Do they rub at all? Thinking of getting some for my CRX.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You'll need rolled fenders and negative camber.

[@cedriccope178]

Finally!!!!!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Still feels like cable.

[@cedriccope178]

Boooo

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

It'll take a full hydro setup to feel different. Not ready to commit that kind of money just yet.

[@Mr.Gal1kanokus]

You da man 💪

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

🙏

[@Brad-jv6ge]

What is that vss off of?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Which?

[@gfy498]

Ok can y’all help me out I need to find what those 2 brackets he using on left side the motor mount bracket and the one that the transmission has y’all please help me find those brackets. I need those to be able to put my engine in my car all I need is those 2 brackets on the left side of the transmission

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Here's the rear bracket. amzn.to/3NuVy93 The other one is a stock bracket you'll need to find.

[@estewar03]

Hey Jon, if you want some heat wrap for your header to help protect the clutch cable hmu via email. Also, for the sunroof delete, I think you're talented enough to make your own carbon fiber panel for it. "Bills Build & Race" formerly WJP004 youtube channel has amazing & easy to follow tutorials for almost anything automotive & carbon fiber/fiberglass related. It'd be easy & cheap & make for a cool video I'm sure your subs would enjoy.

[@efnmadaboutcivics88]

While were on the topic of transmissions, I have a 90 DX hatch with an automatic and DPFI. I was wondering if I could use a 92-95 civic automatic trans for my 90 D15. I am trying to see if I could mpfi swap it and keep it automatic. I know 90's are cable and 92-up are hydraulic but does that matter with Auto's?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Good question, I have zero clue. Never researched it. My guess is the 2 mounts on the transmission would be completely different.

[@efnmadaboutcivics88]

@@GarageBuiltHondas that was my guess too. The kickdown cable is the only snag in my plan lol. Guess I'll just tear it apart and try.

[@reifonseca5767]

I dont think so to old .i know you can use and swap back and forth 92-95 96-2000 but not 1988-1991

[@reifonseca5767]

Bcuz the electronic part of it not just speedo sensor

[@Maplecook]

My buddy keeps telling me to do this to my ef...

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

👍

[@CraaaigV302]

The hasport cable to hydro conversion is way better then the innovative

[@The_Redkween]

If you sell your old cable-trans let me know.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

If I do you'll find them for sale on my Instagram @hondapartsforsale

[@chaleorta]

Anyone selling a nice crx or hatchback? I'm in Texas got cash on hand

[@eljunie5598]

Sell me the rear interior lol

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You could've had whatever was left if you were local.