g35_sc

I have an 03-04 j35a5 (03-04 mdx block) with cls pistons for sale. It is brand new, 0 miles, never been started block. I am looking for $1800 o.b.o plus shipping. It cost me around $215 dollars to ship from illinois to phx, az. Please email me at conceited_96@hotmail.com or pm here for any questions.

Ron A

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ThinJim

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Don't mean to crap on this thread, but anyone with a 2nd gen CL should know that this block will not bolt up to our transmissions. If the seller would post a pic of the back of the block where the tranny bolts up, I can confirm this. Also, this block has the kidney shaped oil return holes on the deck, this is also different than the 01-03 cls block and 01-02 mdx block which are the same honda part number.

CleanCL

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mdx block should bolt up, except for a bracket on the pulley sides. maybe you mean the 6speed jim? otherwise, the 5AT should bolt up.

and yes, the oil feeds are diff, and it is slightly thicker/heavier. but should still bolt up. PM typeR.

ThinJim

iTrader: (3)

No, it won't bolt up to this block that is for sale, the pattern is different on the 03-04 block. The transmissions on the 2nd gen CL have the same bolt pattern regardless of auto or manual.

CleanCL

iTrader: (4)

sorry, you're right, 01-02 mdx block will bolt up. not the 03-04.

I think I was confused bc the 03-04 ODYSSEY block bolts up. Ah, I'm confused, sorry for the messy thread.

g35_sc

Here go my ratings on . MY name over here changed because of the fact that "PCH" was already taken by another member if I can remember correctly. Also, here go my ebay transaction. Which isn't a lot. Story on the block....I originally purchased this block back in Aug. or Sept. (can't remember) of 05 from 02AV6. I had the mechanic install the cl type s pistons on in this block.
And yes, thinjim is correct about this block having a different bolt patter for the transmission. I learned the hard way when I was doing my swap . Now, I put this up for sale here because I am a registered member. Now, I am glad thinjim brong up that point about the tranny, but I would of discussed that with any potential buyer before purchasing it. But you can always get a special bracket/plate made for the tranny to fit. It is not that much money to get one made. Just have to know the right people. In my case, my mechanic spent my money on other people's project, so was not able to get it made.

g35_sc

Okay, the first link is not functioning the way it should, not sure what is wrong with it...but My name on is PCH. You can search for me and click on my trader rating.

g35_sc

Also, the new TL guys can use this block but a custom tranny plate MUST fabricated. Or come up with another solution. I believe the inner housing can be swapped also from the mdx/pilot tranny over to a tl/cl/accord tranny.

Ron A

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ThinJim

iTrader: (3)

Yes, a plate could be made, but I don't think would work as it would throw off the motor mounts, tranny mounts, and cause the axels to be shorter on one side and longer on the other and other unforeseen problems. But it could be done. Sorry to hear of your misfortune as it's an expensive one. You might be better off taking the internals out of that block and putting them into a regular cls block and take the loss on the rest.

g35_sc

Yes, that can happen if don't mill down the tranny housing to the size of the thickness of the plate. Also, thought about that, but not sure if my heads will bolt up to the cl's block. Was thinking a new tl block, with these 3.5 internals but need money. I believe this is a decent price on this block, considering new it cost a little more. I believe 2000 grand plus shipping and then you will still have to buy cls pistons or rl pistons and rings. That alone can be about 300 and up depending on which ones you go. Then pay for someone to break down the block and install the new pistons.

roddymerritt

Is this a J35A4

g35_sc

Nope. J35A5

g35_sc

you guys can shoot any reasonable offers...need to sale asap. dont want to go through ebay

g35_sc

also, willing to except some cash and items for a trade. Buyer still pays shipping though.

g35_sc

$1000 plus shipping

g35_sc

actually, i'll do 800 plus shipping. Also, you new tl guy's can use the internals and stroke out the stock motor.

ThinJim

iTrader: (3)

I've always been curious...which crank was installed into this block? If you don't know, take a pic of the front of the motor and post it up.

g35_sc

it is the j35a5 crank...the stock one that comes with the engine. I bought the block complete just bought the cls pistons and rings...and had them installed

lookinco

So would it work with the 3rd Gen TL? Could I use the internal for the 3.5L swap? Or could I use the complete block?

redsly

Time for the DREMEL???

Sorry, I couldn't help it with all of the fabrication that would be needed for this...
Maybe ebay would be the way to go... I'm sure there are plenty of house wives out there who forgot to put oil in their MDX's...

av6ent

Yes direct fit on 3rd gen TL AUTO and yes this complete engine block. It's a great deal with CL-S pistons and it was done to fit valves since MDX pistons valve relieves are smaller. Also,you'll get even a less compression 10.5:1 vs. 11.0 (TL), so you might safely run supercharger if you want. If not can make NA a torque monster with bolt-ons. If I had an auto TL I'd jump into this deal .

CleanCL

iTrader: (4)

this is a great deal for the TL guys to go 3.5, i can't see why not.

97BlackAckCL

iTrader: (6)

Wish i had the money

g35_sc

exactly....already cheap at this price. I mean, what do u have to loose? $$$...u Tl guys are loaded ....Maybe I should try to sale for $3000 and then have people try to negotiate with me for a lower price. it's weird, u offer something at a high price, people negotiate, u offer something cheap...and nothing

lookinco

I am intersted in it. However I need to make sure everything will work with my 3rd Gen TL. Where could I find more info about this?

So would this just be a direct swap into the 3rd Gen TL and bolts up to the automatic tranny without any modification?

g35_sc

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