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Today at Atelier Kaz - Private NSX Enthusiast, ex-Honda R&D engineer with F1, Indy/CART background

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  1. Eng Refresh 03

    by , 10-04-2014 at 12:14 PM (Today at Atelier Kaz - Private NSX Enthusiast, ex-Honda R&D engineer with F1, Indy/CART background)





    The parking brake cable was stuck inside the L-shaped bracket on the
    brake caliper.
    And the two bolts holding this bracket were heavily corroded so
    I had to be really careful not to sear them off.

    I’ll replace them with the new one on installation.
    If I have the time, will try separating the cable from the bracket
    ...

    Updated 14-04-2014 at 10:53 AM by Kaz-kzukNA1 (Added parking brake cable photo.)

    Categories
    Eng Refresh Stage 1 + LMA
  2. Eng Refresh 02

    by , 10-04-2014 at 12:02 PM (Today at Atelier Kaz - Private NSX Enthusiast, ex-Honda R&D engineer with F1, Indy/CART background)





    In order to take the engine out of the bay, I need to disconnect the
    RR wheel speed sensor connector that is located behind the boot carpet.

    I just couldn’t stand the awful smell of the boot carpet and also it was covered
    in grass and mud (probably, the owner loves playing golf).

    As the weather is getting better, decided to take the entire carpet out from
    the boot and going to pressure wash it followed by IPA
    ...
  3. Eng Refresh 01

    by , 10-04-2014 at 11:51 AM (Today at Atelier Kaz - Private NSX Enthusiast, ex-Honda R&D engineer with F1, Indy/CART background)





    Have been working on another NSX for several days now so
    catching up on updating the blog.

    The service menu is the Eng Refresh + LMA and based on the previous
    investigation on this engine, it requires the head gasket job as well.
    Ideally, I wanted to combine as many services as possible while the
    engine is out of the bay but it is important to discuss the priorities with
    the owner as well.

    So, based
    ...