NSX Refresh

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1376.jpg
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So I cleaned it out

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1378.jpg
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[Sudesh]

One of the heat shields had a rattle and I noticed most of the bolts were done/rusted away.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1453.jpg
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This is not a major issue as most after market systems dont have these heat shields, the owner is going for a new system shortly so as a temp measure I just decided to keep the OEM shield, drill out the old bolts and put in a temp solution

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1457.jpg

[Sudesh]

One problem that did get me on this car was the headlight retract on the passenger side. It had a mind of its own lol

Sometime's it would work fine, then when the car was running it would have a delay, then sometimes it would go perfect on the retract switch and then it wouldnt work lol

So I started clearing out the problems from:

1. Fuses
2. Relays
3. Retract Control Unit
4. Retract Switch
5. Circuit test
6. Wiring loom inspection

So last test was the headlight motor, what I noticed after checking the headlight loom was, when passenger side motor was disconnected the drivers side would work perfect every time on any loop.

At this stage I was certain it was the motor. After removing the old motor and opening it for inspection it was clear it had internal damage, it also had allot of moisture build up

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1286.jpg
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[Sudesh]

So we got a new motor and after install all is working perfect!

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1425.jpg
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[Sudesh]

The rear boot/trunk I noticed had a slight damp smell, as part of the refresh it was cleared out anyway

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1428.jpg
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With the main centre carpet removed I spotted something that should not be there

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1431.jpg

With rest removed it was clearly visible, there was moisture/water problem

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1432.jpg

[Sudesh]

It was quite clear the problem was coming from the stem of the mast, it has corroded away and left a hole

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1435.jpg

So I spoke to the owner and what I done was seal up the the hole as best I could. The owner was never fond of the OEM aerial anyway, so I disconnected it, and installed a hidden antenna.

[Sudesh]

With the boot/trunk lining out, the floor was cleaned up

BEFORE
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http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1437.jpg



AFTER

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1439.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1441.jpg

[Sudesh]

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[Sudesh]

Noticed a build up of stones and grime around the boot seal

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1444.jpg
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[Sudesh]

Seal was removed and all cleaned up

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1448.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1449.jpg
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[Sudesh]

More to follow

[Sudesh]

Hi Andrew,

Look forward to receiving the car hopefully anything you may have noticed is minor.


the one in my car must be really bad mate, i can hear it trying to whizz round and stuff .. does not sound healthy at all ...

after a few good miles on the car, starting to notice a couple of things, hopefully nothing too sinister but i will be glad to get her up to you soon ... think she needs some of your TLC :laugh:

[Setanta]

Incredible read - your attention to detail is amazing!

[nobby]

this dude knows his sh1t when it comes to all things NSX :eek:


Incredible read - your attention to detail is amazing!

[shane]

Good job Sudesh
You have her looking good! really looking forward to picking it up.
Will it be ready tomorrow? (Sunday)

[Nick Graves]

[QUOTE=Sudesh;71658]One problem that did get me on this car was the headlight retract on the passenger side. It had a mind of its own lol

Sometime's it would work fine, then when the car was running it would have a delay, then sometimes it would go perfect on the retract switch and then it wouldnt work lol

So I started clearing out the problems from:

1. Fuses
2. Relays
3. Retract Control Unit
4. Retract Switch
5. Circuit test
6. Wiring loom inspection

So last test was the headlight motor, what I noticed after checking the headlight loom was, when passenger side motor was disconnected the drivers side would work perfect every time on any loop.

At this stage I was certain it was the motor. After removing the old motor and opening it for inspection it was clear it had internal damage, it also had allot of moisture build up

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1286.jpg

With my old X-1/9, winky headlights was cured by replacing those three diodes under the cover. We used beefier ones, so they wouldn't get fried again!

[Sudesh]

This car had the spoiler brake light with a bit of DIY cabling

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1257.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1253.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1413.jpg

Also had a split

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1259.jpg

[Sudesh]

I had a spare OEM socket, so removed the old connectors, repaired the cut in the cable and cable tied the loom to the correct position.

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[Sudesh]

The lining in the boot was missing the plastic fixing screw so the carpet was sitting a bit loose

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1430.jpg

I fitted new screw and lined the carpet up so its nice and snug

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1465.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1467.jpg

[Sudesh]

I installed stainless HEL braided lines on the car, then done a full brake bleed as always. Pedal feel is much better, the car already has EBC Yellow stuff pads up front.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1468.jpg

[jaytip]

Just read this from start to finish.WOW,you must have the patiance of a saint.
I get the feeling that you actualy enjoy doing what you do.I know if i still had an NSX it would be coming over to Ireland for som TLC.

[Sudesh]

Incredible read - your attention to detail is amazing!


Just read this from start to finish.WOW,you must have the patiance of a saint.
I get the feeling that you actualy enjoy doing what you do.I know if i still had an NSX it would be coming over to Ireland for som TLC.

Many thanks guys, still ore to come


Good job Sudesh,
You have her looking good! really looking forward to picking it up.
Will it be ready tomorrow? (Sunday)

I could have it ready for tomorrow but if its ok with you, Monday will suit better, I was detailing it today and want to do some more stone chip work.

[Sudesh]

So this is how the interior looked when it arrived

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1240.jpg
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[Sudesh]

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[Sudesh]

Interior was stripped out

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[Sudesh]

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[Sudesh]

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[Sudesh]

Lots of dirt, stones, and other debris on the carpet and metal floor, so all was hoovered up and a decision was made to dye the mats to black

How it loooks now and I havent done the seats and dash yet!

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1472.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1473.jpg

[Sudesh]

I also repaired the damage to the centre console, it was sitting out on the passenger side and the immobiliser led was just taped to the dash

So new led and retaining plug was added

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1474.jpg

The dash was actually missing a parts at the base here

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1264.jpg

Lucky I had one of these spare so fitted that

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1309-1.jpg

Then reseated the console correctly and now the gap has closed

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1476.jpg

[Sudesh]

This is the car when it arrived

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1234.jpg
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[Sudesh]

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http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1252.jpg

[Sudesh]

Paint work was quite dull, front bumper had quite a few chips, missing front spoiler and fog lights were not lined up correctly. After a quick chat with the owner a new spoiler was ordered and decision to remove those ugly dated fogs was made.

So car was washed down

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1471.jpg

Then I used a clay bar, to lift ground in dirt, followed by compound treatment and machine polish and wax. I also done the stone chips a couple of days before doing the detailing, let the paint settle and harden.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1477.jpg
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[Sudesh]

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[Sudesh]

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[Sudesh]

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[Sudesh]

I installed Xenon's for the owner

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXCHARLOTTE/SAM_1492.jpg
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[Sudesh]

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[Sudesh]

I also tided up the calliper paint as it had flaked off badly, couldnt get the owner talked into going with black callipers or gold lol

There was no keyless entry on the car and Shane was always using his key in the lock, so he wanted a simple setup like mine here: http://www.nsxcb.co.uk/testvb/showthread.php?t=6763

So now he has keyless entry along with the indictors flashing to show when car is open or closed.

[Sudesh]

More to follow :)

[nobby]

super work as ever mate :eek: ... us NSX owners over here are SO lucky to have you ... looking forward to seeing this car when I leave mine up tomorrow. ;)

Your attention to detail is astounding, and my NSX will almost certainly benefit from it! :)

[Sudesh]

Thanks Andrew! Almost too much attention lol

Was going to let the owner take it tomorrow, but I wasnt happy with the first detail I done, and noticed stone chips I missed. So went at it again and 6hrs later I'm almost there. Just got the interior to clean down and new luxury mats to put in and thats about it for now.


super work as ever mate :eek: ... us NSX owners over here are SO lucky to have you ... looking forward to seeing this car when I leave mine up tomorrow. ;)

Your attention to detail is astounding, and my NSX will almost certainly benefit from it! :)

[gcon45]

Great work as usual Sudesh :)


when I leave mine up tomorrow. ;)


:shocked:

You found an NSX Andrew?

Pics pics pics!

:thumbsup:

[nobby]

yes connor

I found the HOLY GRAIL mate! :laugh:

I would prefer to get pics all done once Sudesh has done his stuff with her!

You'll see her in all her glory from bad to majestic ... just watch this thread over the coming weeks lol

be happy to meet up sometime dude, have no issues about driving this thing. as far as i am concerned i bought it to DRIVE it

regards

andrew



Great work as usual Sudesh :)



:shocked:

You found an NSX Andrew?

Pics pics pics!

:thumbsup:

[Sudesh]

I'm hoping to get a NSX day together so would be great if most turned out, would be the first in the country.

Posted about it here but may have went unnoticed

http://www.nsxcb.co.uk/testvb/showthread.php?t=7603


yes connor

I found the HOLY GRAIL mate! :laugh:

I would prefer to get pics all done once Sudesh has done his stuff with her!

You'll see her in all her glory from bad to majestic ... just watch this thread over the coming weeks lol

be happy to meet up sometime dude, have no issues about driving this thing. as far as i am concerned i bought it to DRIVE it

regards

andrew

[Thunder]

your work is marvellous Sudesh, me also I regret not being able to meet to you and to obtain your assistance for my NSX, thank you very much for your beautiful explanations and your pics, that helps much the owners like me which do not have the chance to have to you ! … sniff...sigh

[Sudesh]

Willing to travel as long as you have good tool setup, garage and nice weather lol

If you need any more help with the issue you mentioned in PM, let me know.


your work is marvellous Sudesh, me also I regret not being able to meet to you and to obtain your assistance for my NSX, thank you very much for your beautiful explanations and your pics, that helps much the owners like me which do not have the chance to have to you ! … sniff...sigh

[TheSebringOne]

Well done Sudesh, another great refresh & satisfied owner again!

[Sudesh]

Just done a quick upgrade to my own car,

Installed the OEM NSX-R horn ring and bolts, then done a simple DIY mod to the horn button to look like the NSX-R version, saving quite a bit of £££

Sorry about photo quality, was using my phone

This is a really old pic, buts showing how it used to look,

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX/DSC01561.jpg?t=1274538874


AND NOW

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/DSC07392.jpg
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[nobby]

errr hello ... an upgrade in your own?! :eek:

surely this steering wheel business should be underway in another NSX in your immediate vacinity! :)



Just done a quick upgrade to my own car,

Installed the OEM NSX-R horn ring and bolts, then done a simple DIY mod to the horn button to look like the NSX-R version, saving quite a bit of £££

[Sudesh]

lol that will be added to yours when its nearer completion


errr hello ... an upgrade in your own?! :eek:

surely this steering wheel business should be underway in another NSX in your immediate vacinity! :)

[nobby]

u know im jesting! :)


lol that will be added to yours when its nearer completion

[Sudesh]

I've been working away on Andrews NSX and will upload the complete work when I'm finished. But in the meantime I would like you guys to see this and with Andrews permission, I have attached the pics below.

To make a long story short, the complete AC system was not functioning on the car, compressor is shot, CCU was fried and Andrew had told me about a bad smell coming from it on his journey home after he purchased it.

So while I was working on other items I sent the CCU to Kaz for repair and as always it was returned in tip top condition.

So as a quick test I installed the CCU and immediately I could smell what Andrew was talking about, which was pretty bad to say the least. On removing the blower I was pretty shocked to see this!!

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1844.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1845.jpg

[Sudesh]

From what I can gather its a fungus that has grown on the evaporator and although you can only see a bit of the evaporator, it has grown on 95% of it. Its also welded on pretty tight and with the fins being so delicate I'm kinda stumped on best method to clean this as obviously to much water and chemical means it will run inside the car. Now I'm not bothered about the carpet getting wet as that will be removed and I can mask off and remove most of the electrics that are near by, but just unsure if air and chemicals will remove this.

Any thoughts?

[Silver Surfer]

If it is a fungus than it will hazardous to the lungs and and potentially cause permanent lung damage...aspergillosis!!!
If it can be cleaned off properly..you may have to get a replacement!

SS

[Sudesh]

Yeah I already told Andrew the bad symptoms that can be caused by the fungus. I dont like to say it but, I'm really stumped on best method of cleaning this up with out having to remove it completely.


If it is a fungus than it will hazardous to the lungs and and potentially cause permanent lung damage...aspergillosis!!!
If it can be cleaned off properly..you may have to get a replacement!

SS

[goldnsx]

For gods sake!
I don't see any other possibility than removing and maybe replacing the A/C heater. It's a lot of work but is said to be not very complicated. The dash needs to come out.
Good luck!

[NSXGB]

An A\C specialist may be the best person to ask. There's got to be a chemical available to neutralise the fungus. Maybe alcohol?

[Sudesh]

A friend of mine is an A/C specialist, and although he hasnt seen the car yet or a photo, I told him about the evaporator in detail, to which he didnt sound too enthusiastic about, especially the trying to clean it correctly with it still in the car. He does use chemicals/alcohol/air/brushes to clean A/C units but, he was concerned about how deep into the the evaporator the fungus has spread, obviously access to it from the front is quite limited and with it being a fungus he said caution needs to be applied especially if using allot of air so that your not blowing the spores into other parts of the car where it could settle and also as Kare mentioned, its hazardous to the lungs and your health. He reckons the only true method to clean the one in the car is removal and then steeping it for a long period. Also other parts of the system would need cleaned and disinfected too. I obviously have the blower out and removed the motor and turbine thats inside and it all smelled terrible.

[NSXGB]

....what are you waiting for then? Get it out! :)

[Sudesh]

....what are you waiting for then? Get it out! :)

Not my car lol! and was hoping there may have been a simpler solution, not just for me but obviously for Andrew as well as its quite a time consuming job with the removal of the dash and all the electrics involved. Andrew is calling to mine today so I'll be showing him the unit and see where to go from there.

[Kaz-kzukNA1]

Hi, Sudesh.

I’ll touch on the A/C system on this particular NSX later.
Please review it before starting the evaporator service as you may need to take it out any way AND replace other parts as well.

First, about the cleaning of evaporator (evapo).

This level of debris on the evapo is nothing new to some of the NSX based in Japan.

For really dirty evapo, I normally use alloy wheel cleaner which can be used on some of the aluminium.
It dissolves even the metal brake dust so quite powerful chemical. Some people uses the industrial alkaline cleaner but I haven’t tried it in UK.

If you are careful, you can use soft brush in the horizontal movement without damaging any of the fins.

Then, wash it off with warm/hot water using garden sprayer.

I normally repeat above process two or three times before moving on to the next step.

I then spray medial alcohol or even Dettol depending on the availability.

By the end of this process, almost all of the fume is gone. Please make sure to unblock the evapo drain tube before carrying out this process. It can drain significant amount of fluid when the drain is clear so don’t be afraid to spray lots of warm/hot water to rinse off the chemical.


Now, about the A/C system on this NSX.

As there was not much info in your post, I could be wrong but you’ll need to investigate the entire A/C especially, if the compressor was not working for a while.

First, from your photo, it looked as if the evapo fin was covered in green.

Sometimes, digital image won’t show the true colour of actual object but the green colour could be the leak detector added to the A/C gas.

Your friend of A/C specialist should have UV ray light so if you apply it to the evapo and if you get fluorescent green like the photo below, I’m afraid there is no point in cleaning the evapo while it’s inside the car if the leakage was severe.
7073 7074


The bonded debris is actually caused by the A/C oil (not the gas) and it is very sticky material. Even you wash the evapo thoroughly and re-charge the A/C gas, it will end up in the same result if the oil leakage was severe unless you fix the leakage.

You will need to take out the evapo from the housing and then take it to the welder or if the leakage was from many places, it would be best to replace it with the new one but expensive…

The key for the healthy and long lasting A/C system is to act at the first sign of issue.

When you start hearing some noise when the compressor engages, that is the time to start looking into the possible future failure of A/C system. There is a noise because of a reason and noise is generally caused by metal touching another metal without enough lubrication.
A/C is a closed system but unfortunately, the gas and oil can leak from the O-ring used at many places around the pipes and fittingd.

So, if you lost the gas in the past, you could also lost some of the oil as well. The O-rings are specially designed for each type of gas (R12, R134a).

Please check the pipe connection points with the UV ray light if the leak detector was added to your system. The common places for the leakage on our NSX is at the compressor, the two pipes at R & L condensers and the fittings of the evapo at the firewall.

Obviously, in order to check the internal leakage at the evapo, you will need to remove the blower motor unit.

If you acted early enough, you will be fine by just replacing the compressor with the re-conditioned one and also replace the receiver that is located at the front of the radiator.
It is acting as the filter for the A/C system as well. If there was any leakages, it is best to replace the O-rings at this stage.
A while ago, I supplied the specific O-rings to one of the member together with the receiver and he seemed to be happy with the result.


Unfortunately, if the noise at the compressor was left too long (possibly, the case on this particular NSX), I’m afraid you have circulated many tiny metal debris inside the system and almost clogged the filter at the receiver.

You must replace the compressor and receiver to start with.

Then, due to the lack of maintenance and long term leakage from the O-rings, the system was no longer in closed state and thus, created internal corrosion at the fitting as well as internal wall of pipes. If the corrosion is severe, you will need to replace some of the pipes. This could be a big job for some of the pipes.

Before replacing the compressor, some people blow the pipes with compressed air to get rid of any metal residue but please be careful with handling of remaining oil as it could cause future corrosion.
For this particular NSX and if you blow the pipes as above, you will need to spend extra time during the vacuum process in order to get rid of any moisture that may enter the system through the atmosphere as well as through the compressed air.

One thing to note.

On earlier models, if you disturb the fittings/pipes at the R & L condenser, you may create new leakage even using the new O-rings.
The fittings are just too old and not possible to create air tight seal. I’m afraid if that is the case, you will need to replace the pipes and the condenser. If you have EPS, that will be a big job as the EPS rack needs to come off.


So, based on the limited information on your post, you will at least need to replace the receiver and use re-conditioned compressor plus the high possibility of taking out the leaked evapo for welding or replacement and replacing some of the O-rings…

I hope I covered most of the points.


Regards,
Kaz

[goldnsx]

that your not blowing the spores into other parts of the car where it could settle and also as Kare mentioned, its hazardous to the lungs and your health.
Expect it to have already happened over the last years. Saving $ for not recoverable health damage? No way! Get it out and pay it, it's the much cheaper bill.

BTW: When do people learn? Switch your A/C OFF five minutes before the end of your drive. ;) I once sat in an NSX which smelled like cat-p*ss. Very disgusting. :angry:

[gumball]

BTW: When do people learn? Switch your A/C OFF five minutes before the end of your drive.

First time I've heard that!

[Sudesh]

Thought I would share this little Cruise Control Mod I've finished up on Andrews car. Andrew wanted to upgrade the steering wheel to the NSX-R hub and Momo wheel, but was adamant about keeping the cruise as he is planning to drive the car regularly and going abroad on some trips.

At first I was going to use some after market buttons and build it into the ashtray but then decided to keep everything even the wiring loom from the SRS reel and go with a unique mod

We custom built/moulded the 4 button slot and used the original cruise buttons which I think turned out nicely.

Heres a few pics to give you an idea, once its all bolted up tight and cleaned I'll take some more.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1959.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1960.jpg

[Sudesh]

Some more pics

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1963.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1964.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1966.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1968.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1969.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1970.jpg

[nobby]

looks the mutz nutz! REALLY REALLY pleased with the outcome. :D

[Sudesh]

Just been playing around with that new 3M Carbon vinyl. I noticed a guy on prime was doing some bits so thought I'd have a go myself.

I wanted to do the door garnish as recently I had a few emails from members looking for the garnish as there own was scraped and worn looking. I didnt have any available and new they are very expensive.

My own garnish was fine, but decided to use it as the tester anyway.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_1971.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_1974.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_1975.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_1976.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_1980.jpg


I also had a quick go on one of the spare door trims I have


http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_1979.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_1978.jpg

[nobby]

for the price u cannot beat it! have to say it comes up very well on the door sills, better than standard by miles ... would prefer to see the door handle trim in real life to make a final opinion on that, but i have to say the door sills look sweet

defo a nice wee mod/touch to the car for not big bucks!

[Sudesh]

I did the door switch trim in about 20mins, as I just wanted to see how it would take to covering some imperfections on it as it a JDM trim, and as you know they bubble badly compared to UK.

I have to say, it covered the imperfection perfectly and if I take my time and do it again, the finish would be perfect.

The 3M material on this is the best I have ever used, its nothing like standard vinyl.

I'm extremely happy with the sill garnish that I'm just going to keep it until I start production on the real carbon version. But have to say I'm not sure if I would change it even then as its a very nice finish and hard wearing.

[Sudesh]

Done the OEM rear view mirror, turned out really well and even got the OEM imprint too.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_1992.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_1993.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_1994.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_1995.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_1997.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_1998.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_1999.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2000.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2001.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2002.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2003.jpg

[Sudesh]

Just done a quick job on the induction pipe too to see how it looks.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2007.jpg

[gumball]

Getting quite fond of this wrap arn't you? Ironic that your NSX is going to weigh more than anybody else's under all that carbon wrap. hehe

Looks nice though. :)

[Sudesh]

Doubtful, 4 or 5 screws would weigh more lol

Yeah having fun playing about with some bits, I'm setting up some real carbon productions so just looking at what can be done because some bits will be difficult to do, I wanted to try the 3M wrap first to get an idea/visual. One of the main problems with the real carbon on some parts is, loss of main fixing points/recesses/Screw Holes etc, so we have to recreate our own fixing alternatives on carbon with certain bits.


Getting quite fond of this wrap arn't you? Ironic that your NSX is going to weigh more than anybody else's under all that carbon wrap. hehe

Looks nice though. :)

[nakamichi]

Looks good but don't go mad with it or Max Power will want to do a feature !:)

[Sudesh]

lol Is that mag still going???!!

Nah thats me finished with it now, got the real stuff to concentrate on and bigger projects.


Looks good but don't go mad with it or Max Power will want to do a feature !:)

[nakamichi]

[QUOTE=Sudesh;74615]lol Is that mag still going???!!QUOTE]

Unfortunately,yes.:)
They are holding the Scottish Modified Car Show tomorrow near Edinburgh.I might go to have a laugh at the Kevved up Corsa's.

[Sudesh]

So to keep in line with my never ending NSX-R Transformation. I have added new silver/chrome wheel studs. I could be wrong on this one, but I went through many photos of NA1 NSX-R and noticed that the wheels studs used were silver/chrome. So I ordered them up and now installed.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2054.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2055.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2056.jpg

[Sudesh]

I also have the NSX-R middle tail light lens with the black "H" so hopefully get that installed shortly.

While I was at it, I installed these mesh inserts. I'm going to order the genuine NSX-R ones at some stage, but for now I think these will do. The genuine ones are very very expensive for what your get.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2057.jpg

[gcon45]

Nice upgrades Sudesh.

My eagle eye has spotted that you've now got Pirellis on the front.

Have you changed your mind about premium brand tyres now? :)

[Sudesh]

lol

Had no other option! The Dunlops that were on the front were actually fine with regards to tread depth, but because I dont use the car much, they had started to perish so it was time for new ones. For me though, I still dont see the point in extremely expensive tyres for a car that is barely driven, never tracked and I barely drive more than 60/70mph.


Nice upgrades Sudesh.

My eagle eye has spotted that you've now got Pirellis on the front.

Have you changed your mind about premium brand tyres now? :)

[nobby]

these are a great job after seeing them first hand last night. will be ordering up a set from Dali. I have enuff issues with A/C etc without something busting my rads on the front of the car as well

car is looking SWEET as always bud :D

wish that yellow one in some of the pic's was as good LOL! :laugh:


I also have the NSX-R middle tail light lens with the black "H" so hopefully get that installed shortly.

While I was at it, I installed these mesh inserts. I'm going to order the genuine NSX-R ones at some stage, but for now I think these will do. The genuine ones are very very expensive for what your get.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2057.jpg

[nobby]

yeah its hanging on by the 'short n curlies' ... think its readership is down less than 30k odds or thereabouts units per month, i had heard/read recently maybe even less ... in its hayday it was in the 100k's units shifted per mth :eek:

some shift in market share for sure


lol Is that mag still going???!!

Nah thats me finished with it now, got the real stuff to concentrate on and bigger projects.

[Sudesh]

Installed the OEM NSX-R centre tail light piece

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2198.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2200.jpg


OLD AND NEW

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2202.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2203.jpg

[Sudesh]

Installed

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2204.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2205.jpg

[nobby]

looks a bit lost in all the red mate, if i am being honest :eek:

[Sudesh]

Thats idea, keep it understated.

[m666 edd]

Yeah you wouldn't want people knowing you drive a Honda ;)

[nobby]

in that case then, its an EXCELLENT addition! :)


Thats idea, keep it understated.

[Phase4]

Hi Sudesh,

What an interesting thread and thanks for posting up so many helpful photos.

My wife has had her NSX since 2004 and I have done quite a few little jobs on it.

Like the first NSX that you worked on on page one, the aerial does not (usually) retract all the way. I have had a look inside at the toothed 'spiral' and like you pictured, some threads were stripped or rather the teeth cropped.

You implied that by cleaning you fixed the problem. Did you cut the section with bad teeth off or take it off and refit it ? Any help appreciated.

Also, on page 25

http://www.nsxcb.co.uk/testvb/showthread.php?t=6702&highlight=headlight&page=25

you talk about this car having a 'wobbly' volume control knob. Linda's is exactly the same and I suspect that it is due to the same cause. Once you get the radio head out, you mention removing the front cover to access the retaining nut. How do you do this ? Or is it obvious once you have the radio on a bench out of the car?

Anyway, best wishes, and a top thread.

Sandy and Linda
Glasgow

[NSXGB]

Phase4.
If your teeth are worn I would suggest the best course of action would be to replace the antenna mast entirely (includes the nylon teeth), which Honda actually sell separately. This would save you possibly having to do the job twice.
The part number is 39152-SM4-003.
About $40 in the US, not sure what HUK would charge though....
HTH.

[Phase4]

Thanks for that.

I checked NSXprime and it is full of folk having snags swapping the antenna, but it can't really be that tricky.

Thanks for the part number.

All the best
Sandy and Linda

[NSXGB]

No, not a tricky job at all. Your other option would be to swap it out for the S2000 style antenna.

[Sudesh]

Hi Sudesh,

What an interesting thread and thanks for posting up so many helpful photos.

Many Thanks and sorry for late reply, I've been away on Holiday for a while and only getting back into the swing of things.

I'll be updating the thread shortly as I didnt add Andrews car yet.


Like the first NSX that you worked on on page one, the aerial does not (usually) retract all the way. I have had a look inside at the toothed 'spiral' and like you pictured, some threads were stripped or rather the teeth cropped.

You implied that by cleaning you fixed the problem. Did you cut the section with bad teeth off or take it off and refit it ? Any help appreciated.

Depending on how much of the section is damaged, you can take off a portion but I would go with the repair kit the NSXCB mentioned if there is allot of damage. Clean it all down first and see how you go. Personally I would disconnect the OEM antenna and install a hidden antenna.


Also, on page 25

http://www.nsxcb.co.uk/testvb/showthread.php?t=6702&highlight=headlight&page=25

you talk about this car having a 'wobbly' volume control knob. Linda's is exactly the same and I suspect that it is due to the same cause. Once you get the radio head out, you mention removing the front cover to access the retaining nut. How do you do this ? Or is it obvious once you have the radio on a bench out of the car?

Once out its fairly obvious on how to take the panel off, just take your time and be gentle and its straight forward. The Volume and Tune buttons just pull straight off.

Anyway, best wishes, and a top thread.

Sandy and Linda
Glasgow

[Sudesh]

So Andrews car when it arrived

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1546.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1545.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1551.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1552.jpg

[Sudesh]

First thing I noticed was the side light was not seated correctly, so I removed the light to find the retain spring was bent way back.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1554.jpg

Spring was pushed behind the foam

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1555.jpg

Now in correct place, so just re-installed the light

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1556.jpg

[Sudesh]

On of the bonnet stops was missing

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1557.jpg

Just popped a new one in

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1558.jpg

Front bumper had this terrible looking mesh installed which glued in using some type of bathroom sealant, was a bugger to get out but got there in the end.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1549.jpg

[Sudesh]

While stripping out the interior I noticed that someone had put a bit of masking tape over the brake/tail warning light on the speedo, after further inspection it was easy to see why going by the poor instillation of a fog light.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1567.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1619.jpg

The wiring wasnt even correct which was causing the system to think there was a broken circuit but also allot of loose wiring.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1647.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1649.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1650.jpg



I repaired all the cables and added a very simple circuit that allows us JDM NSX owners to retain both reverse lights, but when needed we can switch over to one reverse one fog light like the UK cars in a matter of mins. No more warning lights and I removed the sticker from the instrument cluster.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1651.jpg

[Sudesh]

Also spotted a bit of untidy wiring for the rear spoiler brake light

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1652.jpg

A quick repair and back to OEM

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1653.jpg

[Sudesh]

Andrew noticed a slight MISS in the car, so first thing I thought off was the common problem of spark plug corrosion.

As soon as I opened the engine hatch I noticed the coil covers were on wrong, ie front bank was on the rear and rear on the front, this meant the seals would be at the bottom rather than the top to stop water entering, I removed the covers and also noticed a collor was missing from the rear bank. Also someone had replaced the coils back to front too with RR on the front and FR on the rear.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1617.jpg

Seals on the covers were very poor

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1761.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1762.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1763.jpg

[Sudesh]

New seals in stock and fitted

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1760.jpg

So I removed all the coils and as expected, corrosion on the RR coils, I think we were luck to catch this when we did, as the FR coils that were intalled on the rear must have just been swapped there before I received the car as they were still in nice condition.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1754.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1755.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1757.jpg

[Sudesh]

So the old damaged coils were replaced with new and coils installed back in there correct position along with the covers and seals, car now runs smoothly.

Thermostat was shot in the car causing cool running.

New and old

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1833.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1834.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1835.jpg

[Sudesh]

With the airbox removed while working on the thermostat I cleaned up the TB and piping

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1837.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1838.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1839.jpg

[Sudesh]

Gearbox was drained and new MTF put in. I also replaced the filter, cover and spring with new.

Oil was quite dirty

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1840.jpg

New parts

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1828.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1829.jpg

[Sudesh]

Cabin sensor

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1924.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1925.jpg

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1928.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1930.jpg

[Sudesh]

Battery terminals had bits of wiring that were just cut off rather than totally removed. So i removed the olds bits.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1846.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1847.jpg

[Sudesh]

Unfortunately the complete AC system on this car was in a terrible state, From AC Compressor, to Evap Unit to CCU board.

I removed the CCU for inspection, had clear visible signs of capacitor damage

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1574.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1574.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1576.jpg

[Sudesh]

CCU was sent to Kaz for repair and can report back that the master repaired it and controls were restored.

Next was cleaning and testing of the evap unit, as reported a while back the unit was covered in a green substance, after speaking to Kaz and my AC guy they confirmed it was leak detector. It also had a terrible smell which Andrew reported came into the cabin every time the blower was on

With the blower removed it looked like this, green, dirty and smelly lol

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1845.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1844.jpg


Foamed up with oven cleaner and then used hot water and various other cleaners

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1855.jpg

[Sudesh]

Eventually looked like this

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1860.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1862.jpg

With the blower motor out I cleaned up the internals as I could smell the same nasty wiff there too.

So cleaned it down and used antibacterial spray to kill germs and smells.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1856.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1857.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1867.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1866.jpg

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1868.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1869.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1870.jpg

All cleaned down as best I could get it and everything installed.

Next was to test the A/C; unfortunately the test didnt go well and although the system held enough pressure for a while, it would not last the day and it was clear that the evap was done. So Andrew got a new unit and I'll be returning to that later in the year.

[Sudesh]

interior was stripped out to do some work and mods and full valet

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1577.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1579.jpg

While working on the interior I found the security was just sitting free and rattle around. So I secured everything and hid the security.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1580.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1603.jpg

As always, For security reasons I wont post pics of the location and how it looks, but allot better than the mess you see above lol

[Sudesh]

Like another NSX I worked on, there was still bits and wires from a previous alarm/security system. I guess some people are lazy and rather han removing the old stuff, its just cut off and left hanging.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1605.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1823.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1822.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1604.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1606.jpg


Basically in the above pics along with other security parts, are bits that were just cut off and left there, they serve no purpose as they were from an old alarm system. So I removed all the old bits.

A main cable harness was also laying loose and must have been rubbing as the covering was showing signs of wear

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1608.jpg

Repaired and installed correctly

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1611.jpg

[Sudesh]

Footwell track was also damaged and wires not sitting inside the casing

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1595.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1596.jpg

Repaired and wires tucked into case
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1599.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1600.jpg

[Sudesh]

Th red brake callipers were stripped, inspected and rebuilt. The red was removed and Andrew went with the same NSX-R style as mine. Also replaced the pads with Redstuff and installed stainless brake hoses all round.

Callipers stripped

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1654.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1655.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1656.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1657.jpg

[Sudesh]

I noticed the centre tail light lens was loose, so removed the lense

Quite clear to see that each socket, where the lens bolt would be attached was damaged, causing the bolt to spin which meant it could not be tightened correctly. This could be a cause of over torquing as I believe someone had the lens off in the past as one of the nuts was not the correct spec.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1850.jpg

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1848.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1849.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1852.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1851.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1853.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1854.jpg

I used some heavy duty plastic weld/cement and installed the bolt at the same time so it would all seal together. It worked a treat and I re-installed the lens and replaced the bolt with OEM one.

[Sudesh]

Andrew wanted to go with the NSX-R steering wheel and boss but retain the cruise control, so as mentioned earlier in the thread, I wanted to do something unique, so I retained the cruise buttons and wiring and custom made the 4 button slot to suit the switch.

[More pics a few posts back]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1969.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_1963.jpg

[Sudesh]

Next was the stereo system, the one that came in the car was not the OEM one but it was also poorly fitted and looked nasty. So Andrew wanted something a bi special.

Again the OEM console was customised and new double din installed

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2049.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2051.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2050.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2051-1.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2052-1.jpg

[Sudesh]

I didnt take as many photos as I would have liked as in the end I became too busy with working on the car and didnt stop to take everything.

But also replaced was the gear gaiter and handbrake to nappa leather, new door entry pads in nappa leather, front fogs removed, sticker type number plate removed [why anyone does that to a car is beyond me, took hours to get it off.:(]
Complete interior valet, NSX-R style side mesh vents, Xenon/Hids, Coolant flush and refill, brake flush and fill, New Crank shaft pulley, Dali RR exhaust and new seals installed, New front Lip spoiler, cant remeber what else lol

Next is the coolant pipes, evap unit, clutch slave cylinder and a standard service.

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2037.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2039.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2042.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2043.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://www.reallymeansounds.com/forum/attachments/rms-members-cars/29830d1284318717-honda-nsx-docks_still-1-.jpg
http://www.reallymeansounds.com/forum/attachments/rms-members-cars/29831d1284319244-honda-nsx-docks_still-3-.jpg
http://www.reallymeansounds.com/forum/attachments/rms-members-cars/29832d1284319273-honda-nsx-docks_still-7-.jpg
http://www.reallymeansounds.com/forum/attachments/rms-members-cars/29833d1284319304-honda-nsx-shaws_bridge_motion-1-.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://www.reallymeansounds.com/forum/attachments/rms-members-cars/29834d1284319329-honda-nsx-shaws_bridge_still-3-.jpg

[NSX 2000]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2051-1.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_2052-1.jpg

Hi Sudesh

The interior looks really good, very impressed. What stereo did you install?

I do have to pull you up on the whale though, if you were going for the killer look it just doesn't work:D

Paul

[Sudesh]

Hi Paul,

Many thanks of the comment. I cant remember the exact model but it was a top of the line Pioneer I think lol

Andrew bought the radio so he can answer the question better. I'm not really up to scratch with the modern tech stuff but I do recall it has built in NAV, Ipod/Iphone ready, USB and memory card facilities too and a host of other things.

Shamu the whale is his luck charm lol


Hi Sudesh

The interior looks really good, very impressed. What stereo did you install?

I do have to pull you up on the whale though, if you were going for the killer look it just doesn't work:D

Paul

[AR]

Looks great sudesh all it needs is a new exhaust. :)

[Justin]

Looks amazing Sudesh - and if anything it's even better in the flesh! Cracking work :D

[nobby]

hi folks

there is not much more to be said than what Sudesh has covered. As you can see from the pics etc there was quite a bit to do to the car and I cannot fault what Sudesh has done. His standard of work is second to none, and I would NOT trust my car with anyone else. Some of these pics were news to me too btw!

The car when first purchased was in reasonable nick but through the 'refresh' programme and the added bits done to the car, she is running and dare i say better looking than before. I was more than happy for Sudesh to tear ahead with whatever needed doing, and we both were of the same opinion 99% of the time in terms of what needed done and how we could get her looking as good as she could.

the other bits that sudesh forgot to mention was

removal of the engine fan
removal of standard areial and dab radio areial with internal replacement
you fixed up the boot and tidied it up and got rid of musty smells

regarding your to do list, yup everything you said but gonna push for the ABS upgrade in 2011 ... so something else for you to look forward to! ;)

In the interim I hope to get a full paint correction/detail done on the car. The chosen vendor has been selected so all that is needed now is to schedule a date that will get the car from them to Sudesh for the winter work as described. The detail will take approx 4 days ... there is quite a bit of work to be done, the paint is metallic but looks very very flat, there is varying degrees of swirling all over the car, buffer trails etc etc

So many thanks to Suds for all the HARD WORK and effort put into my car. :) It will not be too long before the car returns to its 2nd home :eek:

He is the MAN, so get your car sent over for some 'SLC'


I didnt take as many photos as I would have liked as in the end I became too busy with working on the car and didnt stop to take everything.

But also replaced was the gear gaiter and handbrake to nappa leather, new door entry pads in nappa leather, front fogs removed, sticker type number plate removed [why anyone does that to a car is beyond me, took hours to get it off.:(]
Complete interior valet, NSX-R style side mesh vents, Xenon/Hids, Coolant flush and refill, brake flush and fill, New Crank shaft pulley, Dali RR exhaust and new seals installed, New front Lip spoiler, cant remeber what else lol

Next is the coolant pipes, evap unit, clutch slave cylinder and a standard service.

[nobby]

Hi Paul

The interior refresh has turned out to be an excellent result. To be fair to previous owners, the interior of the car was well looked after, it just needed a spruce up. The addition of the Nappa leather bits, the cruise control set up, fixing the centre console, replacing the stereo and adding the Type R steering has transformed the car. A lot of people have commented on how well it looks (interior wise)

AS for the stereo its the Pioneer AVIC-F920BT. Its not the top of the range model but the next one down. Main reasons for purchase is


Looked GOOD - thought it suited the NSX CC, and I did not want a full screen display with moving parts - been there done that
It has full iPhone compatibility - music, contacts list etc
The phone functionality is controlled by an integrated Parrot system and works VERY WELL
Navigation maps can be updated via Micro SD card as and when made available. Its an all in one solution so only external part is to fit the satellite receiver, motion detection etc is all done via unit itself so fitting a lot easier
Cracking user interface, easy to navigate etc etc.
If you are interested in the system, you need to purchase the SOS Double Din bracket to install correctly into your dash

I looked at many alternatives and I have been a Clarion man for the past 18 years, but there was something that just struck me about this Pioneer unit. I think its looks very smart and comes with a lot of functionality for the price. A worthwhile investment for sure. So far so good with the unit, decent sound and good clarity (probably need to think about upgrading speakers at some point!)

As for my wee 'Shamu', its been with me since 1995 and has been in all my cars since that. So I felt it was only right to continue this even in the NSX.



Hi Sudesh

The interior looks really good, very impressed. What stereo did you install?

I do have to pull you up on the whale though, if you were going for the killer look it just doesn't work:D

Paul

[nobby]

LOL! :)

mmmmmm ....


Looks great sudesh all it needs is a new exhaust. :)

[nobby]

Many thanks JP for the compliments ... she is SWEET! ;)

Now get one bought! :laugh:


Looks amazing Sudesh - and if anything it's even better in the flesh! Cracking work :D

[Sudesh]

What you guys think of this? Was working on building this as a plug and play kit earlier this year but got side tracked and never really pursued it further.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/StartButton.jpg

[nobby]

not bad mate, but if i am being honest i like it the way in that Honda video where it appears to be where the ashtray cover is ... pretty cool (assuming this is an NSX R setup)!


What you guys think of this? Was working on building this as a plug and play kit earlier this year but got side tracked and never really pursued it further.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/StartButton.jpg

[Sudesh]

not bad mate, but if i am being honest i like it the way in that Honda video where it appears to be where the ashtray cover is ... pretty cool (assuming this is an NSX R setup)!

No NSX including NSX-R etc has a push button start as standard.

The ash tray one is ok, but for me defeats the purpose of having a nice looking start button that light up!

[Hagasan]

What you guys think of this? Was working on building this as a plug and play kit earlier this year but got side tracked and never really pursued it further.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/StartButton.jpg

The shaped moulding looks good but the position in the car makes for an unnatural reach in my opinion. I just think pulling your arm back as you'd need to ss kind of away from the natural bend if that makes sense. I put mine in the lighter position which falls a bit more to hand (once the cover is up). I'm just meaning in the body mechanics of the procedure, I appreciate the ashtray flap needs to be lifted first. Mine was just for the hell of it as I had an S2000 switch already.

[Justin]

What you guys think of this? Was working on building this as a plug and play kit earlier this year but got side tracked and never really pursued it further.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/StartButton.jpg

I live with push-button on the bimmer. At first it seems cool, but after a day or two - for me anyway - it just feels like a bit of a gimmick.

On the other hand, the push-button styling on the S2K was a real statement piece and you can't help thinking that this was part of a very definite effort by Honda to engineer some "specialness" into the cabin of that car. It does look good, no argument, and I'm sure some people will love to add this to their nsx. My guess is that it will really polarise opinion along one of two lines:

a. "great way to help give the nsx the cabin that it always deserved"
OR
b. "the nsx is special, it doesn't need trick cabin bits to proclaim the fact"

But overall I'm sure that you will have strong demand if you get around to doing the unit, especially stateside if these aren't already on prime. It's a great concept, albeit not for everyone.

[Sudesh]

Yeah appreciate what you mean, but that will reflect on the nature of the driver/position of the drivers seat etc.

I'm not a tall person, but I do sit quiet far back so my arms length to the centre panel is pretty much perfect!

For me to change the heater setting or if I had a radio, I have to lean way forward to reach them [dam my short arms lol]

So I guess the positioning will suit some and wont suit others.

Andrew is a tall man 6" 3 or more, so he would be a good test subject for really tall dudes lol, but I already done a cruise mod in a similar style to which I think works perfect for him.



The shaped moulding looks good but the position in the car makes for an unnatural reach in my opinion. I just think pulling your arm back as you'd need to ss kind of away from the natural bend if that makes sense. I put mine in the lighter position which falls a bit more to hand (once the cover is up). I'm just meaning in the body mechanics of the procedure, I appreciate the ashtray flap needs to be lifted first. Mine was just for the hell of it as I had an S2000 switch already.

[Sudesh]

Yeah your spot on! Its like marmite lol

I'm not going to install it in my own car, was just something I was playing around with when custom molding centre consoles.

I have no buttons at all in that centre piece, just a simple little tray.


I live with push-button on the bimmer. At first it seems cool, but after a day or two - for me anyway - it just feels like a bit of a gimmick.

On the other hand, the push-button styling on the S2K was a real statement piece and you can't help thinking that this was part of a very definite effort by Honda to engineer some "specialness" into the cabin of that car. It does look good, no argument, and I'm sure some people will love to add this to their nsx. My guess is that it will really polarise opinion along one of two lines:

a. "great way to help give the nsx the cabin that it always deserved"
OR
b. "the nsx is special, it doesn't need trick cabin bits to proclaim the fact"

But overall I'm sure that you will have strong demand if you get around to doing the unit, especially stateside if these aren't already on prime. It's a great concept, albeit not for everyone.

[Justin]

I have no buttons at all in that centre piece, just a simple little tray.

I loved that about your car :)

[Silver Surfer]

Gimicky IMO.... for all 'start' buttons in cars....
Would only accept if there is a keyless ignition..;)

But good design as per usual Sudesh.

SS

[Sudesh]

Its getting simpler shortly lol

Will be doing away with the central locking buttons as per NSX-R and interior boot release button. Still need to find those seat :(

[Sudesh]

Thanks Kare!

Keyless ignition, now thats a challenge!

Another mod Ive been playing about with is the Mugen NSX-RR centre console and speedo dials, have some bits on test at the moment and delving into it more. Long way off yet though.


Gimicky IMO.... for all 'start' buttons in cars....
Would only accept if there is a keyless ignition..;)

But good design as per usual Sudesh.

SS

[nobby]

ALWAYS happy to help out when i can. :thumbsup:

What i will say, the Cruise Control is fab, love it to bits and would never remove it; but sometimes it is a bit problematic to reactivate whilst driving, but a small price to pay.


Andrew is a tall man 6" 3 or more, so he would be a good test subject for really tall dudes lol, but I already done a cruise mod in a similar style to which I think works perfect for him.

[TheSebringOne]

Sudesh, are you not losing the convenience of the central locking and boot release?

[Sudesh]

Sudesh, are you not losing the convenience of the central locking and boot release?

Hi,

No the Central locking will still be there as I'm not going to whole hog, I'm just going to remove the door buttons and install the NSX-R blanks.

On the door release I have 2 options, either do without the electric release or move it to a different hidden location.

As the NSX-R doesnt use a "blank" where the boot release is but rather has a solid insert and covered over, then I have to find a LHD door panel to make that work. I could just wait it out until I do the Alcantara interior but god knows how long that will be away lol

[Sudesh]

I decided to address a starting issue I was having before any other NSX's come in.

The problem I was having started off a little sporadic, then became more apparent. Basically when I turned the key to start the car, there was nothing at all, all the usual lights lit up on the dash, I could hear the fuel pump and relays click but just complete silence when turned to start.

I knew the problem wasnt my main relay or fuel resistor as I replaced both of those with new items only a few months ago and I didnt need to test the battery as I know that wasnt the problem anyway. So I thought the problem may be the ignition switch, that over time can fail or get become dirty on the plates on the inside. So I removed the ignition and dismantled the internals, its was in very nice condition on the inside and I couldnt see any problems at all [sorry didnt take pics as camera was on the charge at that time] but here is a basically what I was looking at

library pic
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/NSXIgnitionSwitchB.jpg

I then re-installed the ignition and tested the car for 3 days, all seemed well again however; on the 4th day it was back to the same issues.

So this time I decided to test the starter motor. With my special tool [long metal bar lol] I gave the starter motor a few taps, then turned the key and the car fired up first time. At this point I was fairly sure it was the motor.

I turned the car off, left it for a few hours and then returned to start it. AGAIN the car was dead, special tool in hand and a few taps of the motor and hey presto the car started right up!! I repeated the above a 2 more times to be 100% and same conclusion every time. So time to remove the starter.

[Sudesh]

So with the car raised I started to remove the starter motor. Disconnect the battery first, then remove the complete airbox.

Starer motor all tucked up in place

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2516.jpg

One of 2 bolts that hold the motor in place

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2517.jpg

Remove small cable, its just got a spade type connection and pops out

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2521.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2525.jpg

[Sudesh]

Remove the large black cable the sits on top of the motor

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2526.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2527.jpg

On the large cable there is a cable retainer that also needs to be removed

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2530.jpg

With the cables out of the way remove the 2 bolts that hold the motor in place, be careful not to catch the clutch hydraulic cable when pulling the motor out.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2532.jpg

[Sudesh]

And here it is

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2533.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2534.jpg

So I decided to inspect the internals and looking at rebuilding/refurbishing the motor. I think its seen better days lol

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2535.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2536.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2537.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2540.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2541.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2542.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2545.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2548.jpg



I havent stripped the whole thing down yet but for reference you can buy allot of the bits to refurb.

Complete NEW motor is £673.46 including vat.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/Starter.jpg

[Sudesh]

So after testing the starter on the bench and cleaning up some of the internals, I spotted that the armature was damaged and causing a short, the solenoid was also replaced and the brushes, the brushes wernt too bad but decided while I was there I would do it anyway.

After replacing those bits I decided to spruce up the motor while it was out.

How it used to look:

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2533.jpg


AND NOW

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2579.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2580.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2581.jpg

[Sudesh]

Back in its place and tested and all is good!!:)

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2582.jpg


Time to detail the engine bay and underneath once again...........

[goldnsx]

Well done! How many starts/miles did you had on it?

[Sudesh]

Well done! How many starts/miles did you had on it?

Just going on 20,000 miles. I think one of the main reasons for the cause of failure was due to the lower securing bolt bot being tight, in fact I was able to remove it by hand!

That coupled with the very harsh suspension that USED to be on the car, until a few months ago, may have been causing the starter to shift/vibrate under driving conditions which probably didnt help any.

[EK4 hatchback]

Back in its place and tested and all is good!!:)

Time to detail the engine bay and underneath once again...........

I have this starter issue for at least 2 years........I have it fixed once by my garage and it comes back to me after a month. My symbol is very similar, always start in the morning or the car is cool but once it heats up it won't start so i would either open the hatch to cool it down or tap the starter with metal bar. I suspect it is the brush spring but you mention it was the armature. Can you offer some tip as to what i shall look for? Thanks!

[nobby]

Glad to hear you got the starter motor sorted! :)

Welcome relief for you I am sure. Great write up as always

[Sudesh]

My issue was the opposite first!

When cold it would not start, once the car was heated up it wasnt as bad however, it did become worse over time and then, it was a case of not knowing on a journey, if it would start, when I was to stop for fuel or a bite to eat etc.

The armature in my case had some small damage, there was a small indent in the bottom which I think was upsetting the balance slightly, funny thing was, I didnt see any damage on the armature housing, so a bit at loss as to where the indent came from? But inspect the armature as normal for signs of wear or any damage, rust etc.

The commutator can be cleaned up if it looks dirty or burnt, I use some very light sand paper or emery board.

There was also some surface rust on the brush holder that was causing them to stick slightly, I removed the brushes and made the track smooth and tested the tension in the springs which were fine. The brushes werent too bad, the limit is 10mm, new is 15.5mm, so if your getting close to the 10mm side of things it would be worth replacing if your in that far.

To be honest depending on your skills and setup, there are quite a few things that you can test and repair within the OEM service spec.

Also check your solenoid plunger and contact points, again it can be cleaned up.


I have this starter issue for at least 2 years........I have it fixed once by my garage and it comes back to me after a month. My symbol is very similar, always start in the morning or the car is cool but once it heats up it won't start so i would either open the hatch to cool it down or tap the starter with metal bar. I suspect it is the brush spring but you mention it was the armature. Can you offer some tip as to what i shall look for? Thanks!

[EK4 hatchback]

My issue was the opposite first!

When cold it would not start, once the car was heated up it wasnt as bad however, it did become worse over time and then, it was a case of not knowing on a journey, if it would start, when I was to stop for fuel or a bite to eat etc.

The armature in my case had some small damage, there was a small indent in the bottom which I think was upsetting the balance slightly, funny thing was, I didnt see any damage on the armature housing, so a bit at loss as to where the indent came from? But inspect the armature as normal for signs of wear or any damage, rust etc.

The commutator can be cleaned up if it looks dirty or burnt, I use some very light sand paper or emery board.

There was also some surface rust on the brush holder that was causing them to stick slightly, I removed the brushes and made the track smooth and tested the tension in the springs which were fine. The brushes werent too bad, the limit is 10mm, new is 15.5mm, so if your getting close to the 10mm side of things it would be worth replacing if your in that far.

To be honest depending on your skills and setup, there are quite a few things that you can test and repair within the OEM service spec.

Also check your solenoid plunger and contact points, again it can be cleaned up.

Thanks!! I had mine disassembled previously, it was very clean inside. The brushes are alot more than 10mm. I had the 2 solenoid contact points replaced. So i am not quite sure what is the problem. I will remove the starter from the car and inspect it again. Thanks again.

[Sudesh]

Are you doing the work yourself? Because there are quite a few things worth inspecting and testing on the motor, I've just given the basics really.

I've just received a second starter motor, and it is in terrible condition. The Armature, springs, brushes, commutator, solenoid, contact pins, housing, bearings, pretty much the whole thing is in real bad condition. I even think the clutch was over running from a quick test.

Most of the problems on this motor is corrosion. Personally I think it can be saved as it sits with allot of cleaning and sanding. Yes it will most likely take longer than replacing items, but I received this as free item, so its a "no rush" project. But me being impatient, I already started work on in today. Have to say, its in terrible shape at the moment. Once finished I will run the motor in my own car for a number of miles.


Thanks!! I had mine disassembled previously, it was very clean inside. The brushes are alot more than 10mm. I had the 2 solenoid contact points replaced. So i am not quite sure what is the problem. I will remove the starter from the car and inspect it again. Thanks again.

[EK4 hatchback]

Are you doing the work yourself? Because there are quite a few things worth inspecting and testing on the motor, I've just given the basics really.

I've just received a second starter motor, and it is in terrible condition. The Armature, springs, brushes, commutator, solenoid, contact pins, housing, bearings, pretty much the whole thing is in real bad condition. I even think the clutch was over running from a quick test.

Most of the problems on this motor is corrosion. Personally I think it can be saved as it sits with allot of cleaning and sanding. Yes it will most likely take longer than replacing items, but I received this as free item, so its a "no rush" project. But me being impatient, I already started work on in today. Have to say, its in terrible shape at the moment. Once finished I will run the motor in my own car for a number of miles.

I worked on the starter once and i replaced both solenoid contacts. But that didn't solve my starting problem. So i had my garage fix my starter but i was only good for less than a month.

I will take the starter out again to inspect it. Can you let me know what i shall look for when i have it disassemble? I have ohm meter to check for the ohm value but i don't really have other testing tools. Also i have the factory service manual with me. Thanks.

[Silver Surfer]

Hi EK4 Hatchback, I see you have are based in HK...and have an NSX,

Any pics ?..new thread please.:)

SS

[Sudesh]

Havent being doing much NSX work lately due to being busy with my main business, the fact there arnt many NSX's here and the terrible weather lol

I've been meaning to address the horn situation on my own car for a while now and have had the new ones for a few months. When I purchased my car, it had aftermarket horns to begin with, but a few months back they started to dye out slowly.

So I purchased a new set of "Bosch" horns that a nicer tone than OEM.

While doing the install I decide to move the horns to a different location as I wanted the bumper vent to have a more cleaner look, plus the horns are saved a bit more from the water/salt and general road conditions.

These are the new horns

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2874.jpg

I Choose this as the location for one of them as JDM NSX and possibly Euro/USA spec actually have the security horn placed in the same location.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2875.jpg

I extended the OEM wires slightly and installed the new horns

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2878.jpg

The second horn was placed as you can see, by the radiator pipe, it is a nice fit and doesnt touch or rub against the pipe or body of the car.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2877.jpg

[Sudesh]

With horns removed here's a quick look of the through the vent

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2883.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2884.jpg

and with standard horns in place

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2886.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2888.jpg

[Ewan]

Can't help but think you missed an opportunity with the horns there, Sudesh...

http://www.hornblasters.com/video.php

:D

[m666 edd]

So are the new horns less noddy car sounding than oem? I never use the NSX horn as it's embarrassing. Aren't all Japanese cars the same or at least of that era?

[Sudesh]

So are the new horns less noddy car sounding than oem? I never use the NSX horn as it's embarrassing. Aren't all Japanese cars the same or at least of that era?

Yeah its a much nicer sound than the OEM horn. Never like the sound of the OEM one either.

[Sudesh]

Can't help but think you missed an opportunity with the horns there, Sudesh...

http://www.hornblasters.com/video.php

:D

lol remember seeing that before.

[britlude]

maybe not quite as loud, but i've just upgraded my NSX horn to this...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn41/thisYup/nsx%20stuff/03012011024640x480.jpg

a compact twin tone air horn!! from Halfrauds of all places, and a surprisingly cheap at £20!!!

[Senninha]

.......So I purchased a new set of "Bosch" horns that a nicer tone than OEM. ...........

Great timing on this post Sudesh ... thanks to your link and a subtle hint, Santa delivered me the very items!

So now with this post to hand I'll know just where to install. Ref the extending of OEM cables, any key points to be mindful off please?

regards, Paul

[Sudesh]

Great timing on this post Sudesh ... thanks to your link and a subtle hint, Santa delivered me the very items!

So now with this post to hand I'll know just where to install. Ref the extending of OEM cables, any key points to be mindful off please?

regards, Paul

Hi Paul,

No problem at all, I like the locations myself as the horns are in a dryer place so should last allot longer, plus it just gives the bumper a cleaner opening at the front.

Here you go, just for you lol

Starting at the OEM horn location, you will obviously need to unbolt the horns, its a tight squeeze in there but manageable, I didnt take photos of this as they are already gone from my car and I didnt want to remove the horns from Andrews car without permission first.

So starting from the cables, you will notice 2 cables either side going into the horns that have a typical honda plug. Just unplug both left and right from the horns

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2898.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2896.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2901.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2900.jpg

[Sudesh]

Open the bonnet and in where the washer bottle is and bonnet latch you will see where the 2 cables come up to the top, one to the left of the latch and one to the right.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2903.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2904.jpg

Starting with the left one, remove the brown cable tie that holds the cable in place, you wont need this again for this side, but I always keep the anyway

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2905.jpg

With it removed pull the cable up and you should have something like this

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2906.jpg

[Sudesh]

Remove the cable tie

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2907.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2908.jpg

Now with the cable free and the brown tie removed, strip back/remove the old masking tape thats on the plastic cable covering, cut off the oem honda plug and pull pull the 2 wires out and down the plastic cover a bit

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2912.jpg

Strip/bare the 2 wire as you will either need to use scotch locks or similar product or if your like me, you'll be using solder. Next is the new cable that I use to extend the wiring, its basically the same cable used on plugs for DVD playes, stereos, TV's and so on, it insulated, 2 wires inside and being with the outer black insulation, it hides well on any car.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2913.jpg

[Sudesh]

The length I cut and 2 spade connector attached as the back of the horn is male spade

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2914.jpg

With all wires bare, mate them up lol

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2915.jpg

I then used some solder for a good connection, mask the cables or if you have shrink tube use that, obviously put the shrink tube on first.
When all that is done put the cable back into the factory plastic sleeve and you should have something that resembles this, nice and neat and no sign of the connection.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2916.jpg

Choose the location of where you want the cable sit, I chose here:

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2921.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2920.jpg

Next choose the orientation of the horn bracket, again I choose this way as I wanted the cable to be tucked up along side the bodywork rather than out any other direction.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2919.jpg

Attach the spade connectors to the horn first then put the horn in the OEM location and thats it!! One side done and I think looks very neat and OEM look.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2922.jpg

[Sudesh]

Now to the right side.

Again same as before, remove horn, unplug cable, but there is an addition here that makes things easier and that is unplug the front ambient sensor too as the horn wires for this side are in the same plastic covering.

So this is the sensor, unplug here then feed the wire up to the top, also pop off the brown cable tie and remove same as before, but you will reuse this one.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2923.jpg

Agian cut off the horn plug and start stripping off the masking tape on the plastic cable covering, this side has two cable coverings, a small bit and large bit, in this pic you will see what I mean, here I have started to pull out the horn wires and leave the ambient sensor wires in place.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2924.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2925.jpg

Keep feeding the horn wires all the way back to the larger plastic cable cover, basically it is the one where the brown cable tie is attached too in the pic above

[Sudesh]

When you reach there, you are going to be doing basically the same as the other side, strip/bare the wires, cut the length of new wire, join and solder up. Mask up the wires and push them back into the oem plastic covering.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2926.jpg

New cable in, and re-mask the plastic cover

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2927.jpg

Everything back in place and feed the ambient sensor back to where it was and plug in.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2928.jpg

[Sudesh]

Cable then fed in along side the radiator and body and tucked up here

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2929.jpg

location and orientation of new horn

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2930.jpg


And thats it all over.......................:)

[Sudesh]

Some nice NEW parts arrived for my OWN NSX!

1. Ignition Switch
2. Crank Pulley
3. Tail light Seals
4. Starter Motor Bolts
5. Drive Shaft Heat Plate Bolts
6. Oil Drain Bolt

Although the bolts on my starter motor and drive shaft heat plate are fine, I wanted to install new ones, [in keeping with my underside detail plan]

When I was trying to diagnose a starting issue I had last year [which turned out to be the starter], one of the things I inspected was the ignition switch, it was a little sticky at times but nothing too bad. I did open up the switch and clean and re-grease but it still didnt have the nice feeling I remembered, so for me I just wanted to add a new one. So hopefully get to that today.

When I get some more time, I'll be doing a fresh service along with new crank pulley and belts and tail light seals.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSXPARTS/SAM_2947.jpg

[Sudesh]

Old bolts on the heat shield, there are 3 bolts in total, the third one is tucked away at the back above the drive shaft and is a bit awkward to get too.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2948.jpg

Old bolts out

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2958.jpg

old and new

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2956.jpg

Heat shield was fairly clean anyway as I done that last year, but gave it another clean down anyway

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2959.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2960.jpg

Back in place and new bolts in and old vs new pic

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2965.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2948.jpg

[Sudesh]

old and new starter motor bolt,

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2949.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2950.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2951.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2952.jpg

[Sudesh]

Starter motor bolts in place

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2954-1.jpg

Top one was hard to photograph but its in there lol

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2955.jpg

[Sudesh]

So next I took to cleaning some nice aluminium parts, underneath the car also.

So with the bits removed here is the condition

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2967.jpg


Parts as basically covered in in dirt, grim and tar.

I used a combination of things to start the process but its not easy removed, finally got some of the nice aluminium to show

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2968.jpg

Some more steeping, elbow grease and steam cleaning, I was getting there!

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2969.jpg

[Sudesh]

Then finally, all the aluminium is clean! I removed the dirt from the front, back and sides of all the part and also cleaned out the bolt holes.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2971.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_2972.jpg

If anyone is wondering what is in the black tub, its basically a combination of brake cleaner, tar remover, engine de-greaser and road traffic film remover topped off with water at 150°C

To give anyone that doesnt know where these parts are on the car, its all inside the red markings

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/Underneath.jpg

I was going to clean down the bolts and nuts, but I think I'll just install new ones.

[nobby]

are you STALLING?! :rolleyes:

Results on the clean up are superb mate, will look the part when you reinstall them again. Your last sentence cracked me up! :)

Glad to see some of those parts that were out there in limbo land finally arrive for you

[Sudesh]

Cant believe it, ordered the nuts and bolts today and was given an arrival date of April lol

Only 4 bolts are NSX specific. The joys of NSX ownership continue..............

[Sudesh]

While waiting for my new bolts to arrive, I decided to replace the front combination light on Andrews car. We noticed towards the end of last year that the passenger side light was completely steamed up after a drive out. After a quick look it was easy to spot the problem, a small stone at some point went through the lens light a bullet and left a nice little hole.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3159.jpg

So Andrew decided he just wanted to replace it. One thing I was a little worried about was that the part numbers for UK/US/JDM cars were all different and I wasnt 100% sure why? I thought it was to do with the bulb holders being different as JDM cars use a different bulb for there indicator. But turns out the lamp unit itself is the same and the the actual bulb holders are interchangeable. So we can swap between UK and JDM setup very easily

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3165.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3166.jpg

OEM JDM Bulb and holder

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3167.jpg

[Sudesh]

Difference in JDM and UK

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3168.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3169.jpg

UK bulb holder just plugs into the OEM wiring

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3170.jpg

So all in all, was a nice simple install and I just re-installed the original JDM bulbs and holder.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3171.jpg

[Sudesh]

Continuing on, Andrew car is in for coolant hose replacement and AC Evaporator exchange.

So some pics of the stripping out process:

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3622.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3624.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3625.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3626.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3627.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3628.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3629.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3630.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3631.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3632.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3633.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3634.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3635.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3637.jpg

[Sudesh]

Andrew was able to find a fully complete unit from a low mileage car last year, however the out plastic casing had some small damage so I decided to swap the swap the evaporator from the new unit to the old unit.

This was the condition of the old evap.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3638.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3639.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3640.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3641.jpg

[Sudesh]

This is the evap from the other unit. Some build up of leaves and the usual crud.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3642.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3643.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3644.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3645.jpg

[Sudesh]

I cleaned the evap down and

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3651.jpg

straightened up the bent fins as best I could.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3652.jpg

When all is dry I'll be re-installing the complete unit then its testing time before I put all back together.

[m666 edd]

Good job. The newer one certainly looks in better condition!

Can certainly see where some of the weight of the wiring comes from! Interesting photos of the interior with the dash etc out.

[Sudesh]

Yeah the newer one certainly looks in better condition and there are no signs of the fluorescent dye on this one.

With the dash out I'm going to spend some time and tidy up all the aftermarket wires from the security system and other bits, to make it all a bit neater.

[nobby]

MY POOR CAR! :)

in all seriousness, great work mate!

not the biggest shock as i have seen her pretty stripped down before and have seen total removal on a car on prime before ... actually amazed about how calm i am ... bleedin evap is my main concern as you know for a VERY long time ...

just hope this replacement evap unit will do the job ... at least there is no leak detection sticking over all that one. bit shocked at the dirt of it but i guess from previous driving and lying around after being stripped out has taken its toll. amazing how much crap gets sucked up in there. I hope we are on the start/finish straight with the A/C system and thats it once and for all.

the dash all looks pretty complicated in behind there still, so cheers for taking the time to do a bit more tidying up. remember before putting the instrument cluster back in to stick in that dial u had made up so i can get her MOT'ed. :beer:

[Sudesh]

Not a problem! Hopefully all will go smoothly.

On that speedo gauge, It wont suit your car as it doesnt have the Cruise Control cut out, my car doesnt have cruise so the gauge was made to suit that, [similar to NSX-R]


MY POOR CAR! :)

in all seriousness, great work mate!

not the biggest shock as i have seen her pretty stripped down before and have seen total removal on a car on prime before ... actually amazed about how calm i am ... bleedin evap is my main concern as you know for a VERY long time ...

just hope this replacement evap unit will do the job ... at least there is no leak detection sticking over all that one. bit shocked at the dirt of it but i guess from previous driving and lying around after being stripped out has taken its toll. amazing how much crap gets sucked up in there. I hope we are on the start/finish straight with the A/C system and thats it once and for all.

the dash all looks pretty complicated in behind there still, so cheers for taking the time to do a bit more tidying up. remember before putting the instrument cluster back in to stick in that dial u had made up so i can get her MOT'ed. :beer:

[nobby]

Oh crap! :(


on that speedo gauge, it wont suit your car as it doesnt have the cruise control cut out, my car doesnt have cruise so the gauge was made to suit that, [similar to nsx-r]

[NSXGB]

So, are you using this opportunity to re-cover the dash in alcantara? :)

[nobby]

errr NO! :)

too skint to be thinking about anything like that. Would love too but not at this time


So, are you using this opportunity to re-cover the dash in alcantara? :)

[Sudesh]

So the new evaporator is installed and before fitting the interior I had my A/C guy do a pressure test which I'm glad to say was all good.

So went ahead with installing the interior, its all nice and tight with no gaps or alignment issues. Cleaned down the carpets before the seat install.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3782.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3783.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3784.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3785.jpg

[Sudesh]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3786.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3787.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3788.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3789.jpg

[Sudesh]

With the seats installed I decided to take the opportunity to tidy up the drivers side bolster which had a few scuffs.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3791.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3792.jpg

[Sudesh]

Andrew noticed the door handle and door trim were not right when he received his car back from its recent re-spray. He also took the opportunity to go with upgrade door handle snap thingies.

So this was the way the handle and trim looked

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The handle was basically catching the grey door lock socket in behind so I moved it to the right place and handle sits correctly now

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3690.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3691.jpg

[Sudesh]

Switch trim was a similar problem, just wasnt seated correctly

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3684.jpg

So a little bit of care and adjustment
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/JDMYELLOW/SAM_3692.jpg

[Sudesh]

Removed both door handles and upgraded the tiny mechanism thats know to snap.

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[Sudesh]

I also installed one of my intake scoops.

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[Sudesh]

I'll return to Andrews car shortly, as always waiting for parts from Honda lol

Another members car arrived for some upgrades and some fault finding.

There was a headlight issue in that they would not pop up. I checked the usual things first, fuses, relays, retract control etc, all were fine. So I decided to check the cable and socket. I noticed on the socket there was a build up of corrosion especially on 2 pins.

So I removed the pins, cleaned them down and applied the dielectric grease. Happy to report the lights are now working correctly.

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[Senninha]

Sudesh,

2nd last photo of the interior install, what is the item at the top of the dash near the tax disc please?

regards, Paul

[Sudesh]

Sudesh,

2nd last photo, what is the item at the top of the dash near the tax disc please?

regards, Paul



Thats the GPS antenna.

In my opinion thats the correct place to put it [as in up around the window]. Most of those antenna have a magnetic base and a little flat metal plate is provided that has a sticky base and the top is coated in a smooth black surface to match in with the dash. The antenna sits on the plate.

[Senninha]

Thanks Sudesh,

I have one on my NSX in the same place but have no records of previous owners having installed a GPS system. Hugo installed a 20g digital stereo thingy that Steve kept, but this didnt have any Nav functions. Curious as to why its there. I had thought it was some kind of digital aarial for the previous stereo install. I have an Alpine head unsit that uses the OEM aerial.

Nice work on the seats BTW ... charcoal dye I presume?

regards, Paul

[Hagasan]

Regarding the GPS antenna.

When fitting one of the DD stereos the console is obviously removed. It's then very easy to fit the antenna hidden away under the dash. Makes for a cleaner installation and it works just fine when mounted on the under dash steel tubing bar...

[Sudesh]

Regarding the GPS antenna.

When fitting one of the DD stereos the console is obviously removed. It's then very easy to fit the antenna hidden away under the dash. Makes for a cleaner installation and it works just fine when mounted on the under dash steel tubing bar...

Yes that is true, and as some have mentioned does work. But for me it still not the correct location. The magnet used on GPS antenna is not overly strong so if it was attached to the chassis tubing and you came under hard driving conditions, it possible it could detach. It may never happen but if it did, would be a pain to start stripping down to sort it out. Even if you look at modern day cars, GPS antenna is either built into the window or a roof type antenna.

Not saying your method is wrong but from my experience, aftermarket antenna was always placed around the front window, which is why the small plate was included.

[Hagasan]

Horses for courses but I've had afermarket units in several cars as well as OEM units.

I agree manufacturers place them on the roof etc but I have never had any issue with them being under the dash. Should it fail then on the NSX it's just a case of removing the clock and centre vent then tracing the wire to the unit. . With an OEM roof mount you'd have to potentially remove the roof lining if there was no access aperture in the lining (there isn't in my OEM unit in my daily runner).

As for security, I don't just rely on the magnet. There are plastic cables ties in place as well to ensure fixing. I just prefer this to a bump/wart on my dash. If you'd seen what the original dash in my car was like with the alarm fitters shocking effort you'd know what I mean!!!

[nobby]

glad to see that Shane's headlight issue was easily resloved and everything is working fine again.

MANY thanks for doing all the wee tidy up's in the interior mate, your keen eye amazes me the majoirty of the time; had noticed some of the issues but did not see that vent on the door console!

with regards to the posts re the GPS antenna, as i own the car i personally prefer the placement of it there ... my previous cars had them installed there and i have never had any signal issues EVER! i know people who have hidden them and have had issues, so its not my intention to hide it. they are so small anyway these days you hardly notice its there and it never moves or rattles. hell the amount of people that have been in my car have never even noticed ... too busy loving the sitting position, looking out front between the wing arches and listening to the lovely VTEC behind their earholes! :)

GREAT JOB ON THE SEAT! Pleased as punch with that mate ... SWEET :)

[Silver Surfer]

What did you use to get those seats right Sudesh?

Top effort!

SS

[Sudesh]

What did you use to get those seats right Sudesh?

Top effort!

SS

Hi Kare,

Thanks for the comment, that was a quick going over with a first application of the scuff treatment, I'm going to do another layer and a few other bits.

I used this product: http://www.liquidleather.com/scuffs.htm

Cant comment on the longevity of this product as I've only used it once on a previous car which has since sold, also everyone has there method of entering and exiting the NSX which can involve allot of pressure/rubbing against the bolster. But from that quick test on Andrews car it really helped to hide the wear marks.

[shane]

Sudesh im glad you got my lights sorted. Was a major pain!!
Looking forward to getting her back and to see what Enkei's are like on a darker car..

Have you got the rear hatch garnish fitted yet?

[Sudesh]

Not a problem! Glad it was a simple job to work out and repair.

Havent fitted the rear hatch garnish yet, they are made to order and I'm just waiting for my guy to call me, to let me when to collect.

[Sudesh]

Well its nothing I dont know about, and something everyone should have done if you have no record of it ever being carried out.

Once again I was lucky with my coolant hose, and similar situation to what happened a long time back. Anyway today was my second time driving my NSX this year, I had the car sorned and garaged over the winter and only a few weeks ago put it through MOT which it flew through. Weather was nice here today so decided to take it out for most of the day. All was going great until I called to a friends house, as soon as I opened my door I could smell coolant, had a look round and didnt see any immediate signs. Then I got down and looked under the car and noticed some drips in the middle of the car, noting too serious and not enough to affect the coolant level and temp needle stayed in its proper position.

However I had a feeling I knew what the problem was so decided to take it easy and get the car home. Once home I got the car up and removed the centre cover to the 3 coolant hoses. I started the NSX again and noticed a small pin hole where the coolant was coming from, I then had a look around the rest of the hoses while I was there and within a few mins the tiny pin hole erupted and coolant poured out!

So once again, I have been lucky that I was at home when a coolant pipe burst, nobody to blame but myself as I have yet to carry out a full hose change on my own car, but at this rate I'll have them done eventually lol. Anyway ordered up 3 new centre hoses and the 2 main ones at the front. Would just be my luck as the weather is to be amazing this weekend and no chance the hoses will be here before then.

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[Sudesh]

Anyone by any chance have 3 new middle hoses spare that they could kindly send me?

As soon as I get the 3 NEW ones from my dealer I will send them to you.

[goldnsx]

I've sold a set in Switzerland and the buyer didn't install them yet but I'm not sure if that is of any help for you. How long do you have to wait for them?

[Sudesh]

I've sold a set in Switzerland and the buyer didn't install them yet but I'm not sure if that is of any help for you. How long do you have to wait for them?

I have no idea yet, usually when if I order parts from Honda UK, they give me a worst case delivery time which can be anything from 2 weeks to over a month!

[Sudesh]

Thanks to Kaz, I got the hoses much quicker than in the UK and sorted the problem a few weeks ago.

As NSX work is quite for at the moment, I have started some more work on my own car.

I replaced the crank pulley and new belts so thats some piece of mind for now. [didnt have the camera on me to take pics], but nothing overly complicated with the right equipment. Hardest part I guess is removing the bolt and many have broken sockets and bars trying to get this off lol

I decided to replace transmission oil again and also I wanted to check condition of the filter.

So as always remove the fill bolt first, once thats off remove the drain bolt and let gravity do its job, I had plenty of time so I let it drain and drip out for over an hour.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4344.jpg

With both fill bolt and drain bolt removed I decided to give them a clean down

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4343.jpg

After clean down and new seals

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4350.jpg

This is the cover where the filter is, it can be a little tricky to remove and usually gets damaged when removing so best to replace with new cover and seal.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4345.jpg

[Sudesh]

I managed to remove this one without it breaking, but wouldnt re-use it anyway. I also decided to replace the rest with new items, not necessary as the filter, spring and bolt can be re-used, but for all the cost involved I just went with all new bits. So I inspected the filter for any signs of metal chards and can report all was good!

old items
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4347.jpg

new items

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4348.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4349.jpg

So re-installed the new filter, spring cap and bolt!

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4353.jpg

[Sudesh]

All thats left is to fill the box with MTF 3, so as always put the drain plug and new seal back on.

With some pipe and funnel running to the fill plug start pouring!

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I can pretty much judge this correctly so know when to stop pouring, so with car on the level, the MTF fluid comes up to the level of the drain plug, and thats it! Job done, fit the filler plug and new seal, torque to spec and take for a test drive.

Next I'll be working on the drive shafts.

[Sudesh]

While doing some checks on my on car and trying to being cautious, I still managed to catch my arm on the exhaust, for only a few second and achieve a nasty burn

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4521.jpg

[TheSebringOne]

That looks sore Sudesh, but its a painful way to bond with your car! :D

[nobby]

jeez mate NOT good, looks bloody sore!

thats 2 burns from an NSX now :)

[etang789]

very impressive work! Now I know what to do when I get my NSX...

[Sudesh]

That looks sore Sudesh, but its a painful way to bond with your car! :D


jeez mate NOT good, looks bloody sore!

thats 2 burns from an NSX now :)

Yeah very sore would be correct!

There was a loud noise that came from my garage that could be heard for 2 miles and language that wouldnt even be fit for violent movie lol


very impressive work! Now I know what to do when I get my NSX...

Many Thanks!

[Sudesh]

Just received the stainless clutch hose and adapter for the NSX. So got around to installing it on my car today.

Quite a nice setup, it came complete with new bolts, OEM seal and obviously the other necessary bit.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4582.jpg
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[Sudesh]

This is the OEM rubber hose and location.

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[Sudesh]

So first remove drain the clutch resevoir, but even with that drained you will get some fluid dripping out so be careful and try not to get it on the body work, just keep a cloth handy to wipe down, with the hose removed I put the new seal on and bolted the end that goes into the clutch slave first really simple and and straight forward, only 2 bolts.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4592.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4593.jpg

On this install I decided to remove the retain bracket that sits on the fire wall as I wanted to see how good a fit the new hose was and make sure the little clasp was nice and tight.
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4594.jpg
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[Sudesh]

The clasp fitted perfect and as good as OEM.

So, just bolt the bracket back up, install the metal clutch pipe into the female end of the new stainless hose and screw up the female end of the new hose to then adapter on the slave cylinder and thats it!

Just need to bleed the system now and have a test.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/icongroup/NSX8/SAM_4596.jpg
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[Senninha]

Hi All,

Has anyone had any recent contact with Sudesh?

I've tried calling and PM without any return over past couple of months.

Concerned to know he is OK please.

regards, Paul

[nobby]

Hi Paul

i spoke to Sudesh a couple of weeks ago mate, and he was fine then!

He is really flat out at the mo with his work and stuff and he is a hard man to nail down at the mo if honest ... i hope to pin him down to start working on my ABS upgrade but yeah he had said to me he has hardly been on here just due to lack of hrs in the day ... but he is still/should be knocking around. surprised you have not got a callback from him.

if i get speaking to him will be sure to let him know you were asking

regards

andrew

[Senninha]

Hi Andrew,

Thanx for this and I spoke with Sudesh earlier today ... he has been a very busy man!

Sudesh, I forget to ask earlier ... do you have the part # for that small blamking plate used for the R steering wheel? It covers the U shape cut out that would normally be covered by the OEM airbag wheel.

Thanx in advance and talk soon about the other project

regards, Paul

[nobby]

NP Paul, glad you got in touch with him ... yeah he has been busy LOL!

im sure he said he has not been on the forum much but i will let him know about ur post re the steering wheel just in case as i should be speaking to him fairly soon again

:)

[NSXGB]

Paul, I'm not sure there is a Honda part # for what you require, the 'R' has different top & bottom column covers I believe.

[Senninha]

Paul, I'm not sure there is a Honda part # for what you require, the 'R' has different top & bottom column covers I believe.

Thanx Simon,

I recall a post from Sudesh about this part when he installed his wheel. Although the casing is different, I think the same part applies t cover then exposed inards of the column.

Hopefully I'm right

Regards, Paul