6 speed conversion, 2nd problem 9/2/17
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Originally Posted by blokhead
Kris, don't forget you'll have a higher redline with the type-s ecu/engine, so the tach won't be right (minor issue..) Will the yocal acura dealer flash your old key/ignition cylinder to the new ecu? Great job, I might have to head to the northwoods this summer just to check out your ride... unless mine falls under the knife also. Now that I have the ws-6 to rip around in, the tl has become a garage queen and it is getting more and more tempting to install a 6 speed, then I will have 2 6 speeds . later
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Originally Posted by blk2001tlon19s
sorry, you mean 3 of them.
Kris is supposedly going to install CL-S6 gauges so it won't be an issue.
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Originally Posted by blokhead
Kris, don't forget you'll have a higher redline with the type-s ecu/engine, so the tach won't be right (minor issue..) Will the yocal acura dealer flash your old key/ignition cylinder to the new ecu? Great job, I might have to head to the northwoods this summer just to check out your ride... unless mine falls under the knife also. Now that I have the ws-6 to rip around in, the tl has become a garage queen and it is getting more and more tempting to install a 6 speed, then I will have 2 6 speeds . later
Originally Posted by ThinJim
What a project! I've been following your progress and your on top of it all the way. BTW, why didn't you pressure clean everything before the engine install? Are you going to put headers on it too? Good work!
Because i didnt install it for good yet. That was just put in to test to see if it fit under the hood. I pulled it back out last night and actually cleaned it up a little. Headers? not right away. I may try to see if i can get the DC headers to fit sometime this summer Im not terribly concerned about adding more HP right now as i am getting it to work properly
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Just ran into a small snag. I need to figure out what harness i have to order now. I took my ecu out today and the plug isnt the same as the one on the new 6 speed ecu. Im assuming its the INSTRUMENT wireharnes?? I see there are 2 harness to buy (dash and inst) i need to figure out what one. (conector E) and judging by some of the pin outs im thinking its the inst?? any ideas??
under 2003 CL 6speed wire harnes
http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/...prddisplay.jsp
under 2003 CL 6speed wire harnes
http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/...prddisplay.jsp
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I agree with you kris. I still haven't figured out what wire is for the mph signal but then again, I havne't looked at my helm manuals yet.
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Looks like on our gauges its blue/white conector C. PCM-A #9 for the auto ecu blue/white
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yeah, I got that but where does the signal come from? The transmission or a sensor on the axles? That's the part I need to figure out since I won't be using the Cl-s like you.
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Made some calls and it sounds like i need both. so i ordered both. if this thing isnt plug and play when im done nothing will be
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I feel like a kid in a candy store. UPS just delivered more goodies!
Got the shifter, clutch flywheel, shift cables, and an asortment of nuts and bolts
im not sure what ill do with the engine cover since it probably wont fit with out hood midification??
Got the shifter, clutch flywheel, shift cables, and an asortment of nuts and bolts
im not sure what ill do with the engine cover since it probably wont fit with out hood midification??
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What kind of hood mod would you do? I'd think a power dome doesn't really fit with our car. Are you thinking a little hump like on the 2nd gen Eclipse? Faux hood scoop?
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I'm thinking you might try a modified Firebird Trans Am hood from the late 70's. I want to see that "6.6 litre" on the side!
P.S. I just checked the specs on those old cars... 400 cubic inches - a whopping 180 hp... Now THAT'S american muscle... (NOT!)
P.S. I just checked the specs on those old cars... 400 cubic inches - a whopping 180 hp... Now THAT'S american muscle... (NOT!)
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dam kris you and the UPS man are gonna be best friends pretty soon lol ......goodluck with the rest of the project i cant wait to see it done its gives hope to alot of TL owners who might try to tackle this in the future like myself once the car is dead for good lol
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Originally Posted by Deity711
What kind of hood mod would you do? I'd think a power dome doesn't really fit with our car. Are you thinking a little hump like on the 2nd gen Eclipse? Faux hood scoop?
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Originally Posted by fla-tls
I'm thinking you might try a modified Firebird Trans Am hood from the late 70's. I want to see that "6.6 litre" on the side!
P.S. I just checked the specs on those old cars... 400 cubic inches - a whopping 180 hp... Now THAT'S american muscle... (NOT!)
P.S. I just checked the specs on those old cars... 400 cubic inches - a whopping 180 hp... Now THAT'S american muscle... (NOT!)
#339
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Your conversion looks good so far. If you need anything from here let me know (within reason, as big parts would cost alot to ship)
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Cool! thanks.
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Got teh flywheel mounted But i need a tool to install the pressure plate and clutch.
I cant believe no one makes a presure plate tool and clutch alignment tool i can buy or rent Guess ill have to make that this weekend
I cant believe no one makes a presure plate tool and clutch alignment tool i can buy or rent Guess ill have to make that this weekend
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
Got teh flywheel mounted But i need a tool to install the pressure plate and clutch.
I cant believe no one makes a presure plate tool and clutch alignment tool i can buy or rent Guess ill have to make that this weekend
I cant believe no one makes a presure plate tool and clutch alignment tool i can buy or rent Guess ill have to make that this weekend
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Yea teh one you buy thru the dealer (the only place you can get a clutch for teh stupid car) doesnt come with a clutch kit tool, because thats issued to the dealer. I have no idea what it looks like or if any ol honda one would work. I for the life of me i cant find a damn tool in the state.. Im pissed at honda for this kinda crap. Plus i have to fabricate a tool to compress the pressure plate too.
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someone may have asked this already, but will the 6sp manual tranny bolt up to a 2003 tl-p motor? i would love to keep my car, but really don't want to mess with the ECU or any of the hundreds of feet of wiring in these cars. i could accomplish the mechanics of the tranny swap easy enough. the extra power from the type S motor isn't so important to me.
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Originally Posted by ss03tl
someone may have asked this already, but will the 6sp manual tranny bolt up to a 2003 tl-p motor? i would love to keep my car, but really don't want to mess with the ECU or any of the hundreds of feet of wiring in these cars. i could accomplish the mechanics of the tranny swap easy enough. the extra power from the type S motor isn't so important to me.
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Originally Posted by ss03tl
someone may have asked this already, but will the 6sp manual tranny bolt up to a 2003 tl-p motor? i would love to keep my car, but really don't want to mess with the ECU or any of the hundreds of feet of wiring in these cars. i could accomplish the mechanics of the tranny swap easy enough. the extra power from the type S motor isn't so important to me.
It will work however it won't rev past 5000rpms or so because the ecu won't notice the car is in gear. You will probably either need to run a standalone ecu or cl-s 6 ecu for it to run properly.
#347
Why mod the hood?
Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I would just cut along the alread there hood lines and just slightly raise it. It wouldnt be a "hood bulge" like most are thinking, like you would see on a old car.
I guess I dont know the difference...and havent read the entire thread. But...why does the TL-s engine sit closer to the hood? Arent the cars the same body and chassis arrangmenet?
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Definitely get a 6-speed ecu. But good luck..because those things will cost u an arm and aleg. Estimate..ranging from a thousand to two thousand. new. Your not going to get it used..unless its salvaged..and from what I hear...not too many CL-S 6-speeds were sold..so also good luck in finding one that's destroyed.
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Originally Posted by WiLLs TypE S
Definitely get a 6-speed ecu. But good luck..because those things will cost u an arm and aleg. Estimate..ranging from a thousand to two thousand. new. Your not going to get it used..unless its salvaged..and from what I hear...not too many CL-S 6-speeds were sold..so also good luck in finding one that's destroyed.
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Originally Posted by jfeger
I guess I dont know the difference...and havent read the entire thread. But...why does the TL-s engine sit closer to the hood? Arent the cars the same body and chassis arrangmenet?
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That's great.. =) glad it worked out for ya. Because I know a 300zx 5-speed chip is 800 dollars...brand new...list price. But there's always ways around the system. I bought one used for 90 bucks. lol.
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Hey Kris,
Took some crude measurements and there is no way the TypeS intake manifold is gonna clear the 99-01 hood. If you look under the hood, you'll see that they pretty much cut around the shape of the IM to get it to fit nice and snug. Sucks for us.
Took some crude measurements and there is no way the TypeS intake manifold is gonna clear the 99-01 hood. If you look under the hood, you'll see that they pretty much cut around the shape of the IM to get it to fit nice and snug. Sucks for us.
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Originally Posted by blk2001tlon19s
could always put the tl-p intake manifold on there ..
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Originally Posted by NSXNEXT
Hey Kris,
Took some crude measurements and there is no way the TypeS intake manifold is gonna clear the 99-01 hood. If you look under the hood, you'll see that they pretty much cut around the shape of the IM to get it to fit nice and snug. Sucks for us.
Took some crude measurements and there is no way the TypeS intake manifold is gonna clear the 99-01 hood. If you look under the hood, you'll see that they pretty much cut around the shape of the IM to get it to fit nice and snug. Sucks for us.
https://acurazine.com/forums/showpos...&postcount=293
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Originally Posted by mclarenf3387
NSNEXT wants to fit the Type-S manifold on his car, thats why he is interested in the fitament. But I don't see the issue as Kris already said it would fit. Although no one knows if there is enough wiggle room in there for the engine to move a little.
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Originally Posted by NSXNEXT
I sure hope it fits. I'm gonna go back and sit in the corner.