MANUAL SWAP COMPLETE! 3RD GEN PRELUDE HITS THE STREETS!

[@y0ta.fanb0i]

Man congrats. You’re making me want a manual now more than ever

[@MTE-72]

Congrats on completing the build! I remember when looking around for my first (in my name) car, I ran into your "So you want to buy a Honda Prelude" video and immediately put the Prelude on my look-out-for list. Months later, this April, I am now the proud owner of a red 91 Prelude 2.0Si thanks in part to your video that introduced me to the 3rd Gen! And like you. I'm also learning stick as I'm driving it! It has a ton more miles (197k to be exact) and it has a sleuth of problems like the A/C not working, gas and temp gauges not working, an exhaust leak somewhere, etc etc but it has been giving me exponentially more smiles per gallon than any previous car I've driven! It isn't the fastest car out there but it's mine and it's awesome to just walk up and go "damn this is my car now" and it's thanks to you! Hope your journey with the Prelude continues to be this exciting!

[@ConnorLee]

Wow that is amazing! I never would have thought my videos could make such a difference in peoples lives! Enjoy that Prelude man, she's an oldie, but a goldie. Happy modding

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Don't over think the shifting. Just drive the car and it will come easier. Also, don't worry about downshifting, just go into neutral and coast. Once you get things down so that it's second nature, then worry about rev matching. Proud of you dude, good job!

[@ConnorLee]

Thank you again Brandon for all of your help, I know I have said it before but it really does mean the world!

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Any time, Dude!

[@morganatkinson7049]

I’ve got an 88 prelude that was my bro’s, he passed away in 2015 and the car has a ton of sentimental value to me so you have no idea how happy this video makes me man. So proud of you keep up the good work.

[@ConnorLee]

I’m so happy I can bring joy to you man, especially around something like that. Bless you my dude, be well, stay safe, keep luding

[@skifreak637]

This is monumental man! Feels like it’s been forever since you first thought of even attempting! So stoked you could get it don’t amd was glad I could help here and there!

[@ConnorLee]

Thanks for buying a 5spd 2g ;)

[@markdevera2342]

The car SOUNDS great! good job bro! PRELUDE FOREVER!!!! You make me work on my own prelude during COVID times. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@ConnorLee]

Happy to inspire and hope its entertaining! Happy modding Mark!

[@markdevera2342]

@@ConnorLee I have had an '89 si out here in Cali for over 25 years and even raced it back in '99-01 at Battle of the Imports in Palmdale. Your videos have made me take a second look at how awesome it is and why I've kept it all these years! So if you have any questions like why your trunk is leaking in water ...i might be able to help you out. I love your DIY spirit. So many people are afraid to tackle issues themselves. Sometimes it's a success, sometime its a fail, but its always a learning experience and 100% worth it! Keep up the good work bro!

[@cloutangel1485]

Amazing to see the prelude be manual now. Now it’s time for me and pops to work on our prelude ❤️💯💯

[@ConnorLee]

Happy modding man!

[@johnwilliams6933]

When he adjusted his seat I DIED 😂 I have a 3rd gen and every time I adjust myself I fall backwards the same way

[@ConnorLee]

Every time hahaha

[@gestaltgaragellc.9893]

Worrrd! I know this video is several months old now, but big ups, man. Not only did you manny swap your own car, but teaching yourself to drive it as well are things you should definitely be proud of.

[@ConnorLee]

Thanks man! I do take a lot of pride having completed that job. It was an experience I wont forget.

[@jaxxmarriner8424]

Congrats man! All that hard work paid off. Enjoy it! And as someone else has already mentioned, never sell it unless you must. I look forward to seeing more of what you do with it.

[@netzyo98]

Glad to see and hear that you got it all said and done Connor. Good job and not giving up on the good’ole girl!

[@ConnorLee]

I could never give up on her! So happy I got to do this and happy I get to share the experience with all of you, the Elevated family!

[@Branflakes66]

So happy to see a legendary Prelude go manual. Definitely subbed. And never sell it 😎

[@ConnorLee]

Thanks Brandon!

[@Crustydang]

Been following your transmission swap series in preparation for my own swap. As someone just getting into wrenching who also happens to own a dual carb Prelude, these videos are invaluable to me - from both a confidence and instructional sense. Thanks.

[@ConnorLee]

So happy to hear man! I wish you the best if luck on your swap!

[@f87nick]

thats awesome man love seeing the prelude driving again! currently working on manual swapping my e36!

[@ConnorLee]

Awww yeeee, love me some e36 goodies. Honestly its like the euro version of what I want in a prelude! Zippy, responsive and just beautiful. Love both cars!

[@Rogg33k]

I'm very happy for you and proud of you bro well done

[@ConnorLee]

Thank you!

[@michaelturner1831]

Fantastic!! Great job!! Enjoy! Long live 3rd gen!!

[@ConnorLee]

Yes indeed! Long live

[@jking3892]

Big ups ,, Im a Prelude owner also!!! 5Spd is the only way to drive a Prelude!!!

[@ohmygodspoons7528]

So proud of you my man this came out so sick!!!!

[@ConnorLee]

Thnaks brotha! Be well

[@gilbertoalba2509]

Yeeyeee let's go I learned how to drive manual in my lude keep up the great content

[@ConnorLee]

Hahaha so far its been a great car to learn on though I am learning the carb motor really loves to be nice and warm and loves a little extra throttle when shifting

[@gilbertoalba2509]

@@ConnorLee ya mine takes about 8 min to warm up

[@generalmotorssucks7631]

Awesome content bro! Congrats on getting that manny in, I have an 89 prelude that’s currently my project car that Im gonna be repainting and rebuilding engine pieces

[@ConnorLee]

Thank you Chasen! Happy modding on yours and keep those pop ups alive!

[@generalmotorssucks7631]

Elevated Media yeah man gladly I bought it and they are fully functional 👌🏼

[@Haggettco]

Congrats dude! Huggeeee props for attempting a big job, it makes the work all the more satisfying. So glad to hear it was just a power cable that caused your last minute dilemma - i was worried for you haha!

[@ConnorLee]

I was worried too! Thank you again for all of your help brotha!

[@yurunning5574]

Lude looking clean with that front lip at 17:10

[@ConnorLee]

Thanks man!

[@Pro4yu]

Amazing..definitely your best mod yett...

[@ConnorLee]

Very much agreed

[@soundboydesign1373]

Canada here...atta boy! Nice... only thing I would say is...from a stop, give it a lil shot of gas before letting out clutch...it's easier to get car(weight) moving if you have your crank moving a lil faster, giving you the initial torque needed to get moving or out your driveway lol...enjoy...your knowledge is growing...stay focus, stay Elevated! One love!

[@ConnorLee]

Thank you for tips man! Much appreciated right now! Ill give that first gear rev a shot. Be well and stay safe!

[@soundboydesign1373]

Practice holding car on driveway incline with clutch only...it'll help you on hills and when parallel parking on hills n such...clutch only...let it out slowly til it starts up driveway...at that point...pressing clutch in n out slightly, you'll find a point where the clutch engages enough to hold the car but not fully engage forward motion...peace

[@ConnorLee]

@@soundboydesign1373 going to try this right now haha

[@soundboydesign1373]

I'm here...go!

[@soundboydesign1373]

Once you can hold it on incline...practice starting it from parked on incline, and moving forward, watch your roll back, you will again have to rev engine (1500+rpm)steady with slow clutch let out to accomplish forward take off...enjoy...one love

[@mastermindfilmproduc]

Good job on the swap:)

[@robinmeermeyer3425]

I have waited so badly for this video dude. This is looking so nice. I'm the last 2 years I have driven 5 different manual cars and the prelude clutch is one of the most aggressive clutch I noticed. If you want a quick start at a red light get first gear to like 2,5 -2,7K RPM them shift into second.and pull it to 4 -4.5K RPM You could.install an oil pressure gage and an oil temperature gage cause when the car is could never rev over 3K If you motor time for.interior maybe delete rear seats and get 4 point belts Greetings from Germany:)

[@ConnorLee]

Ahhhh yes someone feels me on the belts! I wanna put some buckets in and 4 pt belts and delete the rear seat! You read my mind! Not sure what seats will fit yet or if Ill have to install a cage of some sort to get the belts in there, but we will see!

[@robinmeermeyer3425]

@@ConnorLee you could use a room point bar and use it for the belts.Maybe just some.classic black recaro seats and don't forget the strut brace in the front and back bro. I got those from wichers and they do a great job + easy to install

[@ConnorLee]

@@robinmeermeyer3425 Hmm im unfamiliar with some of these parts. "room point bar" and the strut braces? Thank you for the tips!

[@jimmyray914]

@@ConnorLee You prolly know by now but they attach to the top of your strut tower. It's a bar for bracing the suspension. Gives the car a tight feel going into corners you will feel no body roll.

[@dynamoz5191]

pretty cool dude. Good job 🤙👍

[@ConnorLee]

Thank you!

[@kalzone_my_dudes5160]

I'm learning how to drive manual in a red 3rd gen prelude. Takeoffs are hard but i have up shifting and down shifting down.

[@ConnorLee]

Agreed man!

[@trevonfunke6803]

Congrats man! What an amazing endeavor.

[@ConnorLee]

Thanks Trevon! It sure was a lot haha

[@OhYeahAboutThat]

Nice! Let's talk about that lip. Is there a separate video on it?

[@ConnorLee]

Yessir! Its in my prelude build playlist! Its a 1996 honda accord front lip :)

[@OhYeahAboutThat]

Elevated Media ahh, yes. I’ll check it out! I know there’s like three that will fit; Accord, Volvo and the Integra version on mine.

[@Pro4yu]

Dont worry yourself you are driving stick like a natural 😎👍🏽

[@FaceFaceMan]

I see you used the same option I've seen on the prelude3g forum about bypassing the automatic TCU and wiring in the reverse light signal. Just to confirm, you did nothing to the interlock on the steering column? I saw that in "their" video and there was no real explanation on why other than "murphy's law". I got my pedals installed last night and my word, I was so close to deleting cruise control because I couldn't hook up the cable, but I got it done. I'm about to go out and install my shifter and cables. Watching you drive it is awesome and it motivates me to get my build done. I post this comment hopefully to help someone in the future. The forums have terrible search features. Your series has been a blessing.

[@ConnorLee]

Happy the videos have been helpful! That’s correct, I did not need to touch the steering column. No idea why that guy had to but I said fk it. Tried to turn it on and it cranked. Never looked back 🤘🏼

[@FaceFaceMan]

@@ConnorLee My man, thanks for the quick response.

[@jfrost1]

Love the content! Hype for you learning to drive 5 speed. I thought my self also on my 5th gen in 2016

[@carlosarellano4]

They sell those Brake Rubber covers made by dorman at your local Auto store

[@rollthelosingdice]

Need to swap that cluster!

[@imajid42]

Good work!

[@ConnorLee]

Thanks Irfan!

[@garretlim5314]

Finally wait long for this

[@ConnorLee]

Sorry to keep you waiting Garret! Enjoy :)

[@cenzom.6121]

Tight work.. I’m in the middle of my build now. Do you find it hard to find parts..

[@ConnorLee]

Definitely hard, junk yards are your best bet

[@jimmyray914]

Want to know a little secret to rev matching? Just blip the throttle 1000 rpms higher than your rpm gauge is reading and you slide right into the gear. So if you are in 4th and the rpms are at 2000 blip the gas pedal to make the rpms go to 3000 then down shift to 3rd gear and let out on the clutch.

[@ConnorLee]

Ahaaaa, good looks Jimmy Ray!

[@gaboaaa23]

hey, today i didnt bought a 3rd gen white prelude si 2.0 16v, 4WS, because its a freaking automatic. Has almost zero rust. 180000km etc. But the automatic keeps me away. Im affraid of the swap. Transmission dosnt costs to much. But the swap i dont know how hard it is, how long it takes. I the wirering matching?

[@ConnorLee]

Its not too "hard". Depends on your experience working with cars. Id say if its clean and you like it, buy it and then figure the swap out later on

[@gaboaaa23]

@@ConnorLee I see! What would you guess how long it tooked? Days? Because i would definately hire someone to do it. Im not experienced in mechanics. But hey! Me and my friend have a beautifull imaculate white Si with 4 wheel stearing. Minor things have to be done like a slight window tint, refilling the gearbox oil and then the car is basicaly done. I will do a showcase video of it. Hopefully it can be shoot this summer. Tell me if you curious about how the car looks and i will give you a short little clip to tease you! :) I can tell you, that the car optics we strived for, was as a clean original/stock look, but absolutely sporty and awesome looking. The car gets so much attention, that people literaly put their arm out of the window showing thumbs up and come to you and start praising the car. Its insane. So even if i dont buy this automatic, my friend have one that is "our" project and baby. He said he will never sell it.

[@ConnorLee]

@@gaboaaa23 took me about 4 days of work to do the swap with my friends help for one of those days. You can learn! Its really not terrible. Plus, seeing as you really love the 3rd gen, it would be good knowledge t have incase you run into more tranny issues down the road. Best of luck mang!

[@habib2712]

These preludes are way better in manual

[@gracienjclaude2258]

Nice work keep it up 👍

[@Simo-NZ]

Sweet job bro👍👍

[@ConnorLee]

Thanks Alan!

[@alvaroperez8463]

I own a white 88 Prelude and I am very much enjoying your content!!! Next step turbos? :)

[@ConnorLee]

Turbo lude would be a dream come true! Not sure it will happen with the dual carb b20a3 but maybe in a future motor swap!

[@soundboydesign1373]

It takes a village to fix a Honda! Sick!

[@ConnorLee]

Hahahaha

[@MA-fk5ot]

I need this car 😢 how much have you put into the car total

[@ConnorLee]

Honestly not a crazy amount, just trying to keep it on the road ya know

[@tuonglukim8973]

Next mod a B20T and a CRV awd driveline?

[@ConnorLee]

YES.

[@tuonglukim8973]

@@ConnorLee *Dominic Toretto voice* Not a bad way to spend 10.000 dollars....

[@habitat414]

fuck yea dude ! so stoked its done . Make a lude hoodie or shirt!

[@whodirtydan]

What transmission did you put in it ? I’m manual swapping my 3rd gen prelude too, need help. Thinking one from a h22 or a f20b

[@ConnorLee]

I forget the serial number but its the on almost every b series motor from 88-91

[@derekarechavala5501]

Hi there! I know this is like a year later, but I really want this prelude in my area, it’s an auto but I wanna do a manual swap. How much did it cost you to do the swap?

[@ConnorLee]

I spent $300 give or take. I got a whole non-running parts car for $200. Plus various items and resurfacing the old flywheel. Buying all the parts separately will likely run you up to $1500 potentially more. Your best bet is to scan the forums and Facebook for someone selling or parting out a 3rd gen prelude

[@derekarechavala5501]

@@ConnorLee Good News!!! I wasn’t able to buy it, but I was able to get one of my closest friends to get it!! He’s part of the gang now 😂

[@jimmyray914]

I've noticed this in a lot of your driving videos that it sounds like you have a wheel bearing going bad. Have you checked them all?

[@ConnorLee]

Oooo interesting, I should replace all 4 anyways. It probably needs em. What sound should I be looking for?

[@Pur3Wat3r]

Been wanting one can't find any in Florida

[@ConnorLee]

Found mine in TN. It was a long drive

[@Pur3Wat3r]

@@ConnorLee is there anything i should look for when looking at one? Like certain things of that sort?

[@emmanuelcantu23]

Where you get the Coilovers?

[@endlesssearch4974]

What front lip is that?? I need one

[@marvinrayalegre6848]

update about the speedometer?

[@ConnorLee]

Still broken. Going to replace it once I motor swap

[@marvinrayalegre6848]

If u do an engine swap can u make a vedio of the whole process? cause we have the same engine..🤣

[@pablocabellojordan2943]

Hi, i'm buying a prelude 3 gen, and I want to know where to find tunning parts, like front bumper etc. I'm from Spain, and i've ask to people I know for some websites here, but they don't sell parts for this car. Please, can you tell my guys where can I found some parts?

[@karlaavery2613]

If my 5th gens auto trans gives up and quits on me I'm gonna manual swap mine.

[@fyzallyfe2210]

Great lude.btw where do you bought the honda carpet? I'm looking for that.

[@bensarg2366]

that thumb nail tho 😍

[@ConnorLee]

She purty haha

[@jayfearless7547]

What’s the offset on those wheels???

[@wonder3538]

what is that ring hanging from the rear view mirror?

[@jimmyray914]

It's a JDM thing. It's a "JDM ring subway grab handle strap"...............

[@zhafrizaidon116]

hai bro.. where did you get thats head lamp ? peace from Malaysia Luders Clan

[@ConnorLee]

From Unique Style Racing

[@martingonsalez6635]

now a says parts brother i live in az and there is no parts

[@cowbatboots282]

The two dislikes are from two auto Prelude owners that don't have the skill or money to do a transmission swap.

[@ConnorLee]

Hahaha agreed

[@Pro4yu]

Any bolt on plans? Header,high flow exhaust, CAI to perhaps give it a bit more torque/HP?..😎👍🏽..happy 3rd gen owner 5mt aws ..your vids keep me motivated💪🏾

[@tristan2120]

Hey guys I’m new to the Honda’s I am getting a Honda prelude 3rd gen it’s a 91 automatic I want to manual swap it. What engine do they come with stock I’ve heard it’s the b20a but I’m not sure also what trans would I need to do this swap

[@austin_94gt18]

They look like old supras or 3000gts

[@pacificgarageco.8368]

Awesome!!

[@ConnorLee]

Thank you!

[@Ethanol.Nguyen]

Time to heel toe every corner😎😂

[@ConnorLee]

Getting there haha

[@alrodney777]

Let me know something bro! That's your car has the 4WS sistem?

[@itsbrutalouthere2384]

any one knows where to get 1986 honda prelude manual transmission?

[@josafatgranados4617]

Our cars have similar mileage. 77k atm for me

[@ConnorLee]

only because my speedo stopped working so my mileage is off now :)

[@Poppenwicho]

I learned manual in my dads 90’ SI. Eventually he gave me the car as my first car and I sold it because I just thought it was an old ugly car. What a dumbass I was. Now I’m searching for a 4ws and I can’t find one to save my life lol. Don’t ever sell it!!

[@p0urmean0ther]

🔥

[@phjil]

wtf never do that to your first gear...12:35 , dont do that man you will broke your gearbox in no time :P

[@ConnorLee]

Keeping it in first around that u turn?

[@phjil]

@@ConnorLee i belive i sed that because i saw you in the video downshifting to geer 1... 🤪 keep the good work

[@Slowspeed]

💪🏾💪🏾

[@SAABaholics]

Damn bro you couldn’t make it in the hole the first shot 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@ConnorLee]

hahaha opps

[@89si49]

👍👍