Junkyard Honda K24Z Engine Restoration & Upgrade! - FULL BUILD

[@SeanEurich]

Tip for taping stuff off for paint… use aluminum foil instead of paper. It forms easily around odd surfaces and holds it shape.

[@robertfarmer6316]

Wow I’m stealing this… for at least weird angles and shit that’s gotta be 10 x easier?? Cool tip man!

[@freig22]

20:32 ​@@robertfarmer6316

[@kuntrryboy7078]

That is how we do it in commercial and industrial painting.

[@kuntrryboy7078]

​@robertfarmer6316 I swear it will make your like 10 times easier. You can use that trick on anything, houses, power plants, pipline. I really mean anything.

[@TheLastBimzy]

Further tip, use scotch tape and cover the weird shape completely, then use a rubber mallet on the edges and it will cut the tape perfectly to the edge and you have a PERFECT tape over a painted surface.

[@nathanielLEGACY]

Love that he’s kind of a noob here. Called it a piston head hole instead of a combustion chamber. Not making fun. Just love to see someone new at things like this learning to do it instead of getting someone else to do it for them. Kudos good sir

[@WindyBreezeB]

super cool comment.

[@m4xripper]

wouldnt that be called poser

[@YonkoPapa]

@@m4xripperbro with no chill here. We all make mistakes. He is fully immersed in cars and how they work, so no, I don’t believe he would be called a poser.

[@steventrott8714]

He also called the top of the pistons as he cleaned “cylinder heads.” I actually think it’s cool. I could do this job too! Kinda motivating really

[@braydenphillips4272]

Former engine builder: I used to (assuming the engine had compression) would dump atf down the spark plug hole into the cylinder 24 hours before tear down then use oven cleaner and carbon comes right off and so does grease/oil

[@Genno1012]

That oven cleaner would damage aluminum cylinder block

[@sschevmale24]

You are so wrong dude. Machinist here too. You need a 6pack of beer to help get th3 carbon off . You need to stay hydrated

[@Healthliving1967]

Oven cleaner is no good for aluminium,it will remove the carbon but it will also etch the surface.

[@Nanashi_MYOB]

I always used ATF and acetone in a 50/50 mix it also worked for stuck rings for motors that sat for years. You can dial back acetone if you are worried about etching aluminum.

[@michaelriver7733]

I am so happy that robbie started making videos again

[@ivan.east856]

Factz his videos are way too good to not be posting

[@anic6802]

he has the second account he posts often on

[@juniorguti710]

its bobby

[@Hondaddy]

​@maruiacancer6ur a bot

[@jbzhitz]

This is a crazy nice shop for a entry level mechanic. Must have some of that family wealth. Looks fun as hell.

[@LocoJetSki]

Might of made it himself

[@LocoJetSki]

He has a main channel

[@richard-em6zi]

The valve hammer tool is good for removing. Because those keepers get wedged in the retainer over time. The tool in the red box with the bar and lever arm is good for reinstalling for the reason you got it. Both tools are necessary in this case

[@BRADDG42O]

Yes this is the correct way to do this.

[@willmc42]

Definitely needed the leverage tool for reinstalling the valves.

[@highpol1ce]

This is the way

[@travismorgan3252]

I was literally in the process of typing "You should have lapped the valve seats" when you discovered the leaks. Good job showing the trial AND the error.

[@TruckerBill9]

Tech tip: they make weighted sockets that also help removing crank bolts like that

[@jonathonabel1548]

I had no idea they existed until I snapped my standard & impact sockets. LIFE CHANGER. I bought a whole set 😂

[@adrianvega4817]

and cheaper. like 20 lol

[@willleopper2852]

Yea that and just heating it up would have helped them too lmao

[@isaaczimmerman7354]

Looking good! Something you should probably look into if you're not happy with the valve cover paint job, is powder coating. It looks great and holds up really well.

[@wamboldracing1990]

Always wanted to take apart engines more than just the valve cover. This gave me the confidence to do it. I have a K20Z3 sitting here I believe everything is good in it but I'm gonna take it apart and freshen it up leave it stock.

[@menumlor9365]

1:35 That’s my favorite part. I spent 2 weeks trying to get the crank pulley out my k24. I was even using the Honda specific crank pulley tool for it to. My neighbor came over one and I kid you not all he did was took one little step and in less than 2 mins he got it with almost no effort. I felt so dumb. That was a lesson learned.

[@EatSleepShift]

Hey Bobby, that last bit of your video really means a lot. It's just what I needed to hear. I've been following your channel for a while, and I see it's something we all struggle as people, as humans. Appreciated! Also, if you change the oil pump in the sump, you can get high RPM, hope it's not too late.

[@dot8243]

It might be a little late, but you should consider getting a Type S oil pump for more RPMs. PRL Motorsports make a kit for the K24Z3 which should make it quite easy to install. Besides that, great build!

[@DCbuildz]

The whole swap is wrong. I’m not even sure you can slap a k20a2 pump in this. This whole engine design is diff from the rest of the k-series line up

[@ericburns8697]

I was gonna say, thinking that it is safe to run a turbo in a stock K24Z3 without changing at least the CR down below 10:1 is gonne ba disaster for him. You basically either run this engine with good internals stock and an ECU, or you get a K24A2 for cheap (~impossible these days) or boost the crap out of a K24A1 from a CR-V, which is probably the best route these days.@@DCbuildz

[@jeffreyreed3365]

The type s oil pump is compatible but only with a adapter kit. & depending what the k24z3 is out of its either 10.5 or 11.1 compression, but these engines have longer rods. They're actually great for a low boost build stock, event better with a type s head!

[@andreiroid4357]

Hb un ​@@DCbuildz

[@RollingRoadEFI]

Burnt valves like that are commonly caused by running the valve lash too tight. Always do your valve adjustments guys.

[@kuntrryboy7078]

Good to know, i was guessing it was from nitrous

[@jesseperez4963]

Would have been a good idea to resurface the head and block to ensure a perfect seal on the head gasket. Either could have been slightly warped due to overheating or just regular use. There is almost always some warp after disassembly.

[@joshuagreen9666]

Just a heads up the 2 bottom bolts on the timing cover are shouldered which aligns the timing cover if it's off there's a chance the crank pulley will eat the front seal

[@michaeladorno5780]

I am a Tech for Honda in New Mexico I have seen this a couple of times and I actually know what it is Caused by. The manufacturing process is the cause. Sometimes it ends up with a microscopic hole. And as the air is pressurized going through, it Heats. And this Burns the whole bigger and bigger.

[@johnsmith-ik4xp]

A helpful hint so you don't have to hammer your fuel rail down onto your injectors is put a very thin amount of Dielectric grease on your O-rings and it should slide down over the injectors very easily. When you start hammering fuel rails down with your fist is when you start cutting O-rings. I hope that helps!!!!

[@corporalclegg914]

I’m a 1st time viewer & I like what I see. this dude has a future, but I bet he gets a ton of unwanted unsolicited feedback from all the Experts that live to hit KZbin Comment Sections. this is where they can unload their supreme premium expertise on us inexperienced at life. Godspeed, Dude.

[@DeyGus-gm1sp]

been watching you since i knew nothing about motors at 15/16 years old, now im a motorcycle tech and turning 19. crazy how far you’ve come bro, i still miss when i was waiting for new videos of the yellow civic and when you first moved. this is dope as fuck.

[@phattony9057]

Robby, we need an update on the hot wheels wall you were gonna do...i remember sending you like 3 of them, believe it was a civic and a s10 pickup don't remember the other...keep up the great vids

[@mammoth-puppy3246]

He did say on one of the more recent videos it’s still on the to do list. I sent a few as well. Preludes

[@JP_A3]

yeah its been years since he said he was gonna do it

[@KNIFE1231]

Can't wait to see this engine finished!

[@AdventureOutintheWildreness]

When I worked at a Honda dealership, we got 2 CR-Vs K24Z7 which had no compression cylinder 3 on both. We came to the conclusion that both vehicles used the cheapest fuel grade causing pre-detonation on just that cylinder, eventually burning a hole in it. One of those engines made it into my garage after paying the $125 core charge and a few weeks later I got my hands on a K20Z3 Head for the $100 core charge. You should consider a K20Z3 Head K24Z7 Block build. 260hp all motor. Just an idea.

[@sschevmale24]

That's what I was thinking using regular instead of premium. Detonated. I would of rebuilt that head

[@ButteredToast_93]

The lever kit is used when reinstalling the valve spring keepers

[@johnrtrucker]

The reason you dunk the head studs in oil is to get an actual torque reading because dry studs with dry threads creates additional friction so you can end up under torqueing the studs by a few foot pounds so oil gives you an actual reading

[@2LegitTooQuit]

Awesome build. And your gentle valve removal tool works when you air the cylinder up.

[@kevincontreras6472]

What I do when cleaning up a head is take all the valves out and clean each one and clean the intake and exhaust sides internally, I also Lap all the valves while they are already out just what I like to do to absolutely make sure everything is nice ready to go and sealed

[@horizonnp5153]

It's cool that you're showing every little step bc most other KZbinrs who build or boost engines just boost them then the engine blows up or they fully build them but leave out all the technical details and just show the start and ending when installing just the turbo.

[@matt315216]

For the crankshaft pulley bolt purchase a 19mm harmonic balancer weighted socket. It yanks the bolt free every time.

[@christopherelrod8788]

What i did was compress the spring with a jack and the bottom of my box ziptied the spring compressed (making sure i could get the tie out) and just put it all together and cut the ties making sure the keepers were fully seated

[@troythegardener]

I don't think I've ever seen a single exhaust port engine before, huh. Amazing build though mate, that was really entertaining!

[@DCbuildz]

As per a “gentle” way to remove valve keepers 4 piston sells a tool that is basically a small plunger with a bolt and you can tighten it down to give the springs tension. Then you go in with a magnet pen and pick the keepers up. For next time 🤘🏼

[@RanRan1109]

Tip for harmonic balancer removal Product: Lisle 77080 19 mm harmonic balancer socket. $23.99 USD(if you get it in sale) 19mm big mofosocket . Use any (automotive) Regular impact, 3 uggas will zip any balancer off or your money back.

[@scottbartlett4853]

Cool video, thanks! One humble suggestion: I used to I used to say "Basically" all the time and once it was pointed out to me I was able to change this habit that I didn't know I had. You tend to say "so I went ahead and..." a little too often.

[@moosejaw0027]

Dude I’m so hyped to see a thorough RWD k swap build!! I’m k20 swapping my 280zx and can’t find nearly enough rwd kswap videos! Excited to follow along with your build while I work on mine!

[@chucklanman3315]

normally when putting on your timing cover, you should put your counterbalance on the crankshaft after you set the timing cover on, so it lines up perfectly in the front seal before you tighten down the timing cover. Also replacing the front seal on the timing cover is always a good thing to do as well when you have it off.

[@quitespy8756]

Btw break clean leaves an oily residue I recommend isopropyl alcohol as it doesn’t leave any residue behind

[@kennysoule222]

"Nothing ever goes as planned, and that is okay. Whether everybody on KZbin shows it or not. This is life and everybody kind of gets served the same s***, it's just what you do with it that counts" -Bobby 2023 One of the best quotes on KZbin

[@Bacongrease00]

Them Honda crank bolts are legendary

[@ACURACLTYPESLOW]

They make a specialty weighted socket for removing those crank bolts. Dealer tech for Honda/Acura, use one almost daily, zips those off in seconds.

[@DJSekuHusky]

15:34 Recently had to do this on a KA24DE head. My solution was to fold thick cardboard over and stuff it in the combustion chamber below the valve, then set the head down on the towels. I used a 16MM socket and some magnets to pop the collets out, and after disassembly the head was cleaned and sent to the machine shop. I used painters tape to cover the head after milling (protect from scratches), and I used painters tape to secure the valves enough to flip the head over onto the towels. From there, the hammer blow breaks the tape, but the cardboard stops the travel. Instead of magnets in the socket for reinstallation, tho, I simply inserted the collets into the retainer, covered it with a quart storage bag, placed the socket over the plastic, then gave it a whack. The valve stem pokes through, but the collets get pushed evenly into seating.

[@gormygorm]

If you're still interested, it seems like the Skunk2 magnesium valve cover is advertised as fitting K24Z engines.

[@captaincunuck4215]

Bought a 2010 acura tsx as my first car. Then realised. It had a k series engine and absolutly love itm woulf love to modify it some more

[@isaiahleach1604]

Had to get that same tool to get my crank bolt off in my 94 accord. Got a $20 one from rockauto and it worked wonders.

[@troymclean9597]

In school we used a large special c clamp for the springs.

[@metalmessiahmetal]

love if tht exhaust mainfold had a downward tilt would make packaging that turbo much neater

[@tigris4149a2]

For anyone trying to take off the crank pulley bolt, USE A WEIGHTED SOCKET. 19mm

[@garyschott9752]

Really good video. I'm only half way through so i may be speaking too early but i stopped when you was putting springs in . But lapping your valves is always the first thing you do. They make s compound for it. It marries your surfaces ...... damn it i spoke too soon lol carry on..

[@Don661_]

For cleaning the head and block fill a bucket or some plastic container and buy industrial degreaser and put both parts or one at a time and in 30 minutes both will be super clean. No need for the drill brush. How to I know because my brother has a machine shop and works with heads and engine blocks every single day.

[@sir_animal0364]

Appreciate the build just came up on a K24A4 bare bones block and head looking to build , video is motivating!!!

[@BellozeCountry]

Great information bro. I have the same engine from an Acura tsx 2013, k24z3 and I was so worried that I should have gotten a k24a2 because of rbb head, this video gave me incredible confidence in completing my 88crx S-1 built AWD BUILD. Way to go guy.

[@chrisb15679]

My 2011 tsx k24z3 makes over 225whp and 170 wtq with basicbolt ons and tune. They can make power if you mod them right.👍 if you intake manifold swap, rbc,rrc,ect.. port match it to the k24z3 head, it has the biggest intake ports of all kseries.

[@DCbuildz]

Not just the head… but the block itself is diff as well. Not sure if there’s even any aftermarket support for these. Simply starting with the another k-series engine is 10x’s better just FYI

[@DrewDown-cq4zr]

They also sell a weighted 19mm socket I paid 120$ for mine but I use it atleast once a week and you can zip it right off with a Milwaukee 1/2” impact like nothing personally it was well worth every penny and paid fur it’s self after the first engine build and it works on almost every Honda engine

[@Sandw1ch3]

A lot of yall hating. He’s clearly a rook. Mistakes were made but anyone who’s worked on anything has fucked up. Cut him some slack and educate him. Good job man. Do some more research on things and while it’s open, just handle everything you can.

[@stan6889]

Arp will custom make studs for anything you want. If ARP doesn't sell it but someone else does, it could be ARP custom made them a bunch to resell. Also your burnt valve is most likely a valve lash issue. Valve seats wear over time causing valve lash to get too tight and the valves hang open. Honda has maintenance schedule for valve adjustment.

[@UniqueDUBer]

ARP does make head bolts for both K20/K24 blocks. They are L19 ARP head stud bolts.

[@lukasnielsen3039]

no cap, oven claener is the best when cleaning carbon build up on engines - comes right off and when your done just wipe it with brake cleaner

[@johnathanespinal3619]

Crystallized valve, it mostly happened on Sunday drivers.. had this happen on a b18

[@michaeldvorak5556]

Good time to check the valve guides for wear, and maybe replace the valve seals. Assuming they exist on this engine that I am totally unfamiliar with.

[@sk8erboi55789]

A lot of times we just dump a quart of oil all over the cams and head when we do head replacement at the mazda dealership. Some of the guys use gear oil as well.

[@TrojanLube69]

Brake clean evaporates after some time, that’s why many trust it as many degreasers will eat aluminum overtime even after rinsing to the microscope level. Which if you building any performance engine, you the aluminum to be in good structure composure.

[@jefcah7081]

This was such an informative video. I've watched it several times and enjoyed it every time......thank you. I would love it if you could make a video on rebuilding a Toyota 3sgte. It's a very popular engine and by giving us the part numbers, manfacturer & the cost of everything used is so heplful. It also gives us an approximate cost of our project. Keep up with these great videos!! 👍

[@stanwardoshiro]

Did you change the valve seals? Going that far into the head, I would change all of the seals.

[@Teocbarnard]

This looks f***ing sick glad to have u back🫶🏾

[@kenniswilliams182]

When applying the ARP lube or even assembly lube, use a small paint brush...

[@BobbyFerreiraBuilds]

Now that is a great idea!

[@eighty8fps]

We love you man. Thank you for everything

[@1irishman1976]

That is just beautiful just beautiful

[@GoldenSim27]

i use paint thinner , its cheap and found everywere , disolve carbon pretty well

[@user-wz1xu6ep5s]

Suggestion: look into the sheets that painters use, like the cloth ones so you can have those on hand and not have to worry about spraying the floor. Plus, they should be reusable... just an idea

[@Coptin]

The second I seen the crank pulley, I knew the struggle

[@Partimegamer133]

Rick from garage 16 for the win! Amazing guy and great store.

[@mikkelr1]

Robbie! Burned valves often comes from oil burning, thrue oil rings on the pistons Consider new piston rings and oil rings for a cheap insurance that it doesnt happen again

[@mikkelr1]

@robbie

[@HooligansMx]

If you have to replace one valve it only makes sense to do all of them and the springs and retainers then you can for one hold more boost if thats the route your going but even if its na then you can rev out way further

[@TheDon8771]

I have the tool from my Honda days. I wish I knew you needed it. It’s sitting in my garage and collecting dust.

[@anthonysalinas6195]

Im glad you did this rebuild. I have a civic with this engine and I'm planning to do this rebuild.

[@husssaina2957]

First video of the channel I’ve seen and I subscribed immediately from the first minute

[@tristonbuckellew813]

funnily enough the valve issue you see is the same one i ran into on my D17A this january. this happens when the valves are adjusted such that there is not quite enough space between the rocker and the valve causing the exhaust valve to open too much and get too hot as a result. over time this will develop a crack and blow a hole. I replaced the head on my motor as a result of this because I lacked the tooling to fix the valve issue.

[@kinslayergaming3159]

You should invest time into finding a reputable machine shop for your engine rebuilds, you should have had that cylinder head resurfaced for that new head gasket, plus a radius cut valve job for the best sealing and more efficient flow in and out the head. Even though good job on building that engine!

[@droppinghertz9922]

U no what da Say a loose value is a Happy value Tru Story 💯

[@thedavegamer5279]

First time I’ve ever seen someone lap valves with a drill

[@80sriceman]

That crank pulley came off way too easy. 😮 I had one K series crank bolt that broke 2 sockets and the special Honda tool. It took a 1" impact gun from a truck tire shop to break it loose! 😳

[@yotarip]

Great work but we shouldn’t ignore the fact that you called the the combustion chamber a “ piston circle” 😂😂😂

[@meinrapture]

That filter looking piece was a screen for the vtec solenoid

[@ViktorJ0van0vski]

For local shops myb in the future go and meet the people and myb get a tour of their shop and stuff that would be fun to watch learns sth new and plus content.

[@s-r-e-m-m-u-s]

Another banger guaranteed 🔥

[@Lil_Javi21]

I love that hardware man! Waay better!

[@sock979]

Those Honda crank boltd are insane. I had to do my timing set on a '05 Acura MDX and you're able to actually rent those free crank bolt adapter/tools from AutoZone or O'Reilly's. You just have to like put 20 or 50 bucks down and then you get it back when you give the tool back. But yeah I had me and a friend hanging on a three foot breaker bar that couldn't get it and I ended up buying a used air compressor tank for im 100 bucks (pre-COVID). Although it's a really nice and I'm glad I got it and then went to Lowe's and started with their 350 ft lb air wrench which didn't work. They let me return it and get the 500 but it didn't work. They let me return. It got their biggest one which was a 750 still wouldn't do it. So I'd heat it up with a little propane torch I had and then finally after cranking on it with the 750 impact wrench for a couple minutes it came loose. So those things are f****** insane and then when you use that tool I basically had to brace the other big ratchet against the subframe and it basically took me a whole weekend just to get that one bolt off. It was such a debacle

[@horsied]

super dope video. thanks for showing the z3 love

[@pierstonsalinas940]

You haven’t came on my feed in a very long time. Wish days

[@kainine09]

45 minute video! FUCK YES!

[@tylerjohnston9189]

Hell yeah dude, right on my lunch break

[@residentduke891]

Loved the long video, very interesting 👍 Keep up the great work dude.

[@phothrottle]

Very satisfying to watch. 👍👍👍

[@dugangant]

Couple things you should of done. One is put new valve seals in when you put new valves in. Chances are the old ones are smoked and you're going to be burning oil leaking around the valves. Should of replaced them on intake and exhaust also should of used a type s oil pump. But mainly I would of gotten a different head. Should have gotten a head that has VTEC on both intake and exhaust cause that head doesn't.

[@notillegal6771]

There is an extra heavy extra thick honda crank socket that works better than the reg impact plus crank holder. I think lisle makes one part number 77080

[@Gray_Ti]

Love this! I'm planning to swap my genesis with K20 engine. This will be an awesome guide. 👍🏻

[@loganloechel2483]

Great video man! I watched the entire thing

[@Snandroi]

My Audi had the same kind of broken valve, it was because it was running so lean during pulls that the spark plugs melted and I guess a chunk of it went through the valve... Don't know if that can help lol

[@suzukyawarships7582]

Valves are one of the easier and cheaper things to replace, Id do all the valves next engine you go at. youre there already, may as well replace while you got ease of access

[@victorsabala2108]

looks like valve float look like you need to send it in to 4piston or get a new R40 cylinder head they also have custom cams for the R40 and the gains are great

[@nolandj.1758]

Hey that gasket you said is for a different motor is the vtech oil screen gasket the vtech solenoid should have a new gasket to