Will This BEAST Fit into More Hondas?

[@hondaguy2568]

Vtec Academy remains the greatest most useful channel on the tube, Thank you Brian G for always helping the Honda community and giving us fresh info 🙌

[@VTECAcademy]

Our pleasure!

[@jccars7866]

Can a k24 manual transmission bolt directly to the k23?

[@averyalexander2303]

@@jccars7866 No. Unfortunately the only transmission that will fit the K23 block is the 5 speed auto that came in the RDX :(

[@jdmnuggets]

Ohhhh now you do a kit keeping the rd1 subframe ffs 😂 almost all of the hardwork in a kswap rd1 using ekk2 is getting a subframe and steering rack to work from an eg/dc.. i get alot of questions about my kswap rd1 relating to difficulty of the swap, the biggest hurdle for your average diy weekend wrencher is the subframe, rack and control arm combination. Rd1 community really love thier rd1 ❤️ and the b20 isn't cutting it anymore, i have a feeling this bolt in kit will do well. Awsome video full of invaluable info as always, i might have to re film my kswap rd1 series when you release this kit 🤔😂cheers 🍻

[@VTECAcademy]

We will do a swap in ours and perfect the kit. There are advantages to using the EKK2 kit though. That subframe allows you to raise the engine more.

[@jdmnuggets]

@@VTECAcademy looking forward to seeing what you come up with 😁

[@ThatstaticEKHatch]

@@jdmnuggets I would love to see this kit produced

[@EpicFragz]

Not only useful information, but always on the cutting edge of swaps. With future some parts availability in mind. Well done as usual!

[@VTECAcademy]

Thanks! 👍

[@ThatstaticEKHatch]

Surprised it fit the 8th gen so well… surprising how much fits in these cars looking at 9th gens and 8th gens hoods you’d never think.

[@VTECAcademy]

So much room for activities! The cowl is deceiving.

[@boxer951]

That also means it will fit the Honda CRZ as well since it's basically the same as an 8th gen civic. Surprised that Brian didn't test fit on his red eibach crz.

[@ThatstaticEKHatch]

@@boxer951 yeah I’m sure I’m time he may test fit

[@seley4866]

I’m a big fan of Mr:Brian and his work 😍 And waiting for 8th project

[@VTECAcademy]

Thank you!

[@jmdj89]

Hands down the best 👌 I can't wait 6 years ago I asked my self why can't we put a k23a1 into our eks and glad to finally see u guys doing it and with ur expertise it's going to be amazing of a swap soon. I'm ready I'm looking around for a swap and have it ready for my ek. I want reliable 300hp on my ek. Rn I got lsv 550+ whp but it won't last a life time. So k is the way 🔥

[@scottsfowler]

I had a dream last night that you guys put this engine in my 2003 Honda Civic LX Sedan which would make it a supreme sleeper since everyone hates the 7th gen and the D17a2 sohc non-vtec. Personally I like the 7th gen...but I also like power! Keep up the great content

[@VTECAcademy]

I bought another seventh GEN to modify.

[@K24_Insight_Swap]

Everyone said the Insight didn't have enough room. K24 with a log turbo manifold and I still have a fair amount of room to put AC back in.

[@VTECAcademy]

I'll have to try it in that. But I believe the rack will interfere. This turbo rides too low.

[@K24_Insight_Swap]

@@VTECAcademy I was running a factory 07 Accord exhaust manifold and heat shield with about 3/8" between the rack and shield.

[@EvertensNoctis]

I found an rdx in a pull a part near me and I debated on getting that motor for my rsx. Now I’m glad I didn’t! Thankyou for saving me the trouble of figuring it out the hard way 😅

[@VTECAcademy]

Phew! Crisis averted.

[@nobodynoone2500]

Great to see all the RD1 love.

[@VTECAcademy]

It's a great chassis.

[@darthvader5004]

thank you for the video, sucks that it doesnt fit any 7th gen was really hoping the rsx had enough room

[@VTECAcademy]

We'll have to figure out something else for that.

[@himynameiztony]

I need to pick up an RDX head and turbo for my Mugen Si 🤤

[@VTECAcademy]

If ours runs and makes power, you should!

[@christophersherratt7299]

Was watching your videos on the Engine mounts, have you never thought of making a set with dowels so you can go up and down on the pins to get the hight, and a tape get the length of mount measurements. Then a protractor on the side to get the angle correct then lock it up and make one to match better than just guessing on how much the engine needs to go up down forwards or backwards. 😀

[@johnkrstyen]

Have a 08 Civic si that is turboed. But have been thinking of getting a base rsx or ep3 for a beater. This has me thinking of toying with a ep3

[@jeffreymoore4132]

Always happy to see your content. I went to your website for your T-shirts and your out of larges for both designs. When you get them in, can you mention it in your vids?

[@VTECAcademy]

VTEC Academy? We should have them.

[@jeffreymoore4132]

@@VTECAcademy yessir. Just checked again. Both designs are out of stock for large sizes.

[@jeffreycole7462]

I’d love to see a Gen 9 Accord sport converted to awd with the RDX engine

[@aaronjoseph9588]

:( sad about the 7th gens, but glad y'all were able to put this out for info

[@VTECAcademy]

Right? Brian was really hopeful for the RSX.

[@jmdj89]

@@VTECAcademy seems like a different manifold moving the motor a bit forward then going EPS route and making a shield to cover it from the heat. Then maybe it might work

[@Colin-s5b]

Any follow ups on this? Full RDX driveline swap sounds great assuming the auto holds up

[@lynnmckenney1987]

Currently debating on either a k20 or a "garage built" turbo d16 into my 89 wagovan. The K would probably be a bit more reliable(as well as the rsx trans with a factory lsd)...and...8,500 rpm is just..well..it's just fun.

[@VTECAcademy]

Too true.

[@JunkinTreasures]

How about a 4th gen Prelude? I think it would be a pretty good swap for one.

[@lcq4blackstar]

Great info guys! Serious question though... have you guys attempted to get gaskets for this turbo??? I got the last in stock across the globe I could find over the past month because half of them are on national backorder through ACURA! Ended up spending about $180 in gaskets (OEM)/oil feed line (dorman)/ and turbo water lines(OEM). I've got a ported and polished 20T/9blade turbo sitting in a box ready to go in but it's 110 degrees in the tri-state area... so I'm going to be waiting a while... Some other helpful info I have come across: 2X of these - GENUINE HONDA TURBO OIL RETURN GASKET FOR HONDA CIVIC TYPE R FK2 FK8 15+ also fit the 1G RDX turbo. same P/N 15544-RWC-A01 found them in Europe EBAY. The gaskets I got were correct match but images for the current US type R gaskets looked different. 🤷 Turbocharger Mounting Gasket Set - MAHLE GS33919 - Has ALL gaskets required including the above oil feed/return gaskets and costs only about $30.00 online BUT it is National backorder from everywhere online I reached out to....👎 Turbocharger Oil Line -- Feed Tube/gaskets - Dorman - 72447KP - about $45.00 ​ @VTEC Academy If you guys have the OEM downpipe in junk condition you could sell cheap I am looking just to make a jig off of it to make a proper downpipe 3.5" to 3", I could make another for you or we can work something out? Also if you could spare an exhaust manifold temporarily that I could port, I could port mine for you guys and send it back once I swap the turbo. Please reach out if you have anything! Also interested how your "donkey dong" charge pipe to run a front mount comes out, I may be making those as well. ID of the turbo outlet here on my ported turbo is 2.35" so was going to step it out to 2.5" for the charge pipe diameter in/out to the FIMIC If you guys want to get the turbo worked over to the limit of what is possible, I have the shop info, just reach out. Last thing is what intake manifold do you plan to run PRC? Been searching for the right one with a drivers TB for front mount. Thinking ported RDX runners with sheet metal end tank for side mount TB is best for my application.🤔

[@VTECAcademy]

That's interesting. I guess we need to do some exploring on that. We are building a K24 version of the build so we can look then.

[@quinton7854]

would like to see a DA in the mix trying to get these engines to fit

[@VTECAcademy]

If it fits the EF, it will fit the DA.

[@zacharyhogan2215]

Ok do you guys have a video of the k20 k23 cyl head together running?

[@ThatstaticEKHatch]

Honda Baby!

[@VTECAcademy]

Yeahhhhhhh babeh!!!

[@bonelesscandy]

do you think a rdx k23 complete engine and automatic awd transmission will fit in a honda element?

[@DanRoBurton]

Have you put this into anything yet? I wonder if it would fit in '94 - '97 Accords.

[@mkennedy319]

I know I'm late to this fitment party but I wonder if this head swap would fit in an element.

[@sirlapis9998]

Love to see the rd1 make an appearance!

[@VTECAcademy]

We have plans.

[@albertdevito733]

the second gen crv has the same kind of rack as the rsx so it would be worth trying.

[@VTECAcademy]

It didn't fit the RSX, so I don't believe it will fit the CRV.

[@getitdonegarage]

Im surprised at the amount of subs they should have a billion subs

[@VTECAcademy]

We will get there. Thank you!

[@rudyramirez2850]

What trans did you have on the motor in the crv?

[@naitsabesnebur25]

We would like to see it on a Honda Fit Ge8!! Please!!

[@VTECAcademy]

The GE8 is like the CRZ. We have other plans for the CRZ and Fit.

[@bruceberger9566]

How soon will the crv rd1 mount kit be out

[@ShinRob]

wait ep3 has an electronic power steering there should be more room on the ep3 then the rsx

[@VTECAcademy]

No, it will interfere with the rack.

[@ShinRob]

@@VTECAcademy your right I figured it was smaller because it didn't have the PS lines

[@GK5_]

I'd be interested in you doing something with the GK 3rd gen fit platform

[@VTECAcademy]

Like an L15B7?

[@TrackSol]

Great part 2. Always at the forefront of Honda swap technology. This is why HASport is the best. Hopefully we get to see some cool builds with the "Poor Man's Type R v2" swap.

[@VTECAcademy]

Thanks for your support!

[@ryanward4728]

Maybe it's been a little while since I searched, but finding anything to k swap 98-02 accord seems challenging. This would be so nice in my 02 dx manual accord. And probably would cost less than any older twin cam VTEC swap(f20b h22/3 etc) ....j swap is the most tempting sadly lol

[@VTECAcademy]

Yeah, Hasport needs that chassis to do some mounts.

[@ThatstaticEKHatch]

@@user-nu5qr6wh7g take her

[@bigbrownbull]

I would like to put that engine in my element

[@VTECAcademy]

The Element is like the RSX. The rack will interfere.

[@BMXsXeCRX]

I just picked up a K24 w. 5speed, 1 axle, the half shaft, wire harness, computer, shift linkage and, shifter assembly from a 2007 Accord coupe last Saturday for my 89 CRX Si. I’ve been watching your VA videos all week. It has a broken passenger side mount and no alternator. I am wondering what I have to do with the axles, do you cover that in a video somewhere? Would love to get it set up with a turbo. I have an old video of it here on KZbin “My CRX Story” (should be on my channel if you want to take a look at all of the work I put into it up until 2008. I had it prepped for turbo and built an engine but never got to run it.

[@VTECAcademy]

We have a Budget CRX series where we cover that.

[@baaablacksheep4003]

What about 1st n 2nd generation honda fit ?

[@supersupra89t12]

Try it in a second gen GE8 Fit!

[@lynnmckenney1987]

YEEEES

[@VTECAcademy]

Won't Fit. We put it in the CRZ in part 1 and it didn't fit. The CRZ and GE Fit share the same engine bay.

[@elmayimbe_the_amateur_mechanic]

Wife can't and won't drive stick. We both need want a little cheap 2 seater to drive that is quick. K23 motor in a Del Sol in a Del Sol with...a 10AT from the 2.0 Accord turbo and use an adaptor plate? My thinking is the 10AT would make this thing fly.

[@VTECAcademy]

That transmission is huge. That might not fit.

[@boxer951]

So this kit should also fit the Honda CRZ right? Seeing how it's just like the 8th-9th gen civic si.

[@VTECAcademy]

We address that in a previous video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kH3Mc56jqbqKgbM

[@lafave2555]

I'm assuming it would fit in the honda element no problem? Would be cool for that chassis, the stock k24a4 is seriously underpowered in there

[@VTECAcademy]

The Element has the rack in the same place as the DC5. It probably won't fit.

[@Superb_Owl80]

Speaking of rsx’s, would it be AT ALL possible to do an accord k20c turbo with the auto 10 speed? I’m old and have developed an affinity for good automatics.

[@VTECAcademy]

The RSX and 7th gen Civic have the same size engine bay. Check out this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKe1e5pjr9h8pLM I did not try it with the 10-speed auto.

[@Superb_Owl80]

@@VTECAcademy yeah I’ve watched that one, I’ve been lurking around hoping y’all would try a 10 speed. But I know it wouldn’t be popular at all. I think the main problem would be controlling the transmission.

[@yoosilvxrrrr]

6th gen accord!

[@tabKola]

Wouldn't the 2nd gen CRV not work because the steering rack is in the same place as the DC5?

[@VTECAcademy]

Correct. Brian wasn't thinking when he said that. It won't fit the Element either.

[@27gmoe]

Will it fit in an Integra??

[@videobyallen]

how far will it stick out the top of the crx? looked too tall for hood.

[@VTECAcademy]

A custom turbo outlet will need to be made, then it will fit like any other K.

[@clovm9810]

Also does the k23 head fit on the k24 block?

[@VTECAcademy]

Yup. We had this K20A3 block sitting around so we wanted to use it to see if it could be done first. If it works, K24 is up next.

[@clovm9810]

@@VTECAcademy I can't wait this huge for awd turbo builds for newer gen cars on bugdet ecus and low bugedts lol (my 8th gen accord has been waiting long enough)

[@TassieLorenzo]

@@VTECAcademy Nice!

[@WinnerTowing]

what subframe does that crx have

[@VTECAcademy]

Stock

[@hondatrix]

Will that fit into the 8th gen hybrid?

[@VTECAcademy]

Yes. And Hasport needs to make a mount kit for the Hybrid.

[@the_og_scootkentwest7495]

Will that rdx head fit in an 07 accord?

[@VTECAcademy]

Yes it will fit on the 03-13 Accord K24 blocks. And should fit in those cars. They have the room to the firewall.

[@the_og_scootkentwest7495]

@@VTECAcademy what ecu should I look for? Or will stock one work?

[@topshelf223]

Sweeeeeeettttttt!!!

[@VTECAcademy]

Hella sweet!

[@Kiloechonovember1]

K20/K23 swap with AWD/6MT into a CRZ? 😁

[@VTECAcademy]

If you look at part 1, it didn't fit in the CRZ.

[@Kiloechonovember1]

@@VTECAcademy Ahh, I have a few videos to watch this afternoon! Thanks.

[@lynnmckenney1987]

Any room in a second gen fit?

[@VTECAcademy]

It would be the same as a CRZ. In part 1 we tried it and it didn't fit.

[@ThatstaticEKHatch]

If I fly out and live there can I have a job?… no but I wish

[@VTECAcademy]

LOL

[@MoonChaser9000]

Sad face as an owner of a Dc5 and Em2 lol

[@VTECAcademy]

LOL K24 swaps tho!

[@lilflip416]

Try a tsx?

[@matthewboyd6185]

What about the element going to try in there

[@VTECAcademy]

No go. Unfortunately it is the same as the RSX.

[@theedge5584]

UUUMMM K23???

[@VTECAcademy]

It's a K23 head on a K20 bottom end. It will also fit on the K24 bottom end.

[@theedge5584]

@@VTECAcademy What's a k23 from?

[@jonathancote2056]

@@theedge5584 Acura RDX 2.3L turbo from the factory

[@donttrusttheape]

What about a DA Integra?

[@VTECAcademy]

Since it fits in the EF, it will fit in the DA. With some modifications.

[@cwinney13]

What about an element?

[@VTECAcademy]

Sorry that is like the RSX.

[@lamarwilson6840]

9th Gen?? :/

[@VTECAcademy]

I don't have one to try in.

[@jonq67]

What about a Honda Element?

[@VTECAcademy]

No sorry, it is like the RSX.