This is (Part 1) a Honda Element engine replacement and restoration. To say this video is packed with information would be an understatement. In addition to replacing the engine and going from an automatic transmission to a manual transmission, I also recondition the lower control arms and the valve cover. If you want to learn all about Elements and what they’re like on the inside, watch this video.
This information also applies to CRV’s of the same vintage.
(Part 2): Link Posted when available.
Full Length Video: https://www.ericthecarguy.com/honda-element-engine-replacement-and-restoration-full-video-exclusive-video/
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Music
Esther’s Waltz by Ester Abrami (YouTube music)
Parts
Stabilizer Links: 51320-S5A-003
Front Control Arm Bushing: 51391-SCV-A03
Rear Control Arm Bushing: 51392-S5A-701
TRW Ball Joints: JBJ921
Exedy Clutch: HCK1004
Exhaust System: https://www.upsw.com/2005-honda-element-ex-catalytic-converter-and-stainless-steel-exhaust-system-kit/
Front Engine Mount: Anchor Industries 9424
Tools
Bolt Biter Sockets: https://www.gearwrench.com/gearwrench-84784-28-pc-1-4-3-8-drive-bolt-bitertm-impact-extraction-socket-set.html
Matco Ball Joint Press BJPXR9: https://www.matcotools.com/catalog/product/BJPXR9/CONNECTED-BALL-JOINT-KIT/
Brake Cleaner Sprayer: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/titan-tools-tekz-19419-spot-spray-non-aerosol-sprayer#oid=1002_1
CRC Brake Cleaner: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000M8PYRY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title
Krown Rust Protectant: https://www.amazon.com/Krown-Rust-Control-Lubricant-Pack/dp/B01DI9W0R0/ref=sr_1_3
Eastwood Aluma Blast Paint: https://www.eastwood.com/ew-aluma-blast-paint-aerosol-12-oz.html
Duplicolor Prep Spray: https://www.duplicolor.com/product/prep-spray-and-wipes/
TTP Hard Drill Bits: https://www.ttp-hard-drills.net
My Pressure Washer: https://simpsoncleaning.com/products/megashot-ms61084-s/
Lang Rethread Kit: https://www.amazon.com/Lang-972-Fractional-Metric-Restorer/dp/B000P6UNHE
Flywheel Holder: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FW4N5G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title
12×1.25 Tap and Die kit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08RHJS3PQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Related Videos
I Just Bought 2 Honda Elements: https://youtu.be/-2i-lhxkIF8
Fixing Up My Brothers Rusty Element: https://youtu.be/RsjQWRteNt0
Honda Element Lower Control Arm Bushing Replacement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpaIvEN57Jg
How To Replace Ball Joints and Tie Rod Ends Honda Element/CRV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNL_M80hw0o&t=1s
K Series Starter Replacement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRZN4Tk9bNo&t=52s
My Shop Press: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhNDviBRwm4
2005 Honda Civic Transmission Rebuild: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRRZUgoSzf4
How To Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fbce8m2KykU
This Guy Stole My Catalytic Converter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2IKVryajcw
What is VTEC and How Does it Work?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nc800hkqY2M
What is iVTEC and How Does it Work?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBZLch1gy_M
Element Video Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2i-lhxkIF8&list=PLSzhQ6St-ov1U3cVeQ3Sm1fXclclY1UZe
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NICE VIDEO ~~~~~~~
If at first things don't work out, get a bigger hammer !
Glad it worked out in the end 🙂
I wish he shaved so my family members will subscribe…
Maybe a topic for an ETCG1 video: How much of of the unreliablilty of certain vehicles, engines etc. is really caused by design flaws and how much is actually neglect by the owners or improper repairs. For example, the Toyota 7M-GTE Engine in my Supra is said to be unreliable and while there is an issue with the head gasket and head bolt torque from the factory, I have a feeling a lot of its reputation comes from people not equipped with the knowledge and skills to maintain the engine properly.
should of swapped a tsx motor make it worth the work, another 50whp feels way better. My buddies shop Importlife performance swapped one with mild cam, intake, header and exhaust made 230whp tuned on k tuner. That's 80whp more. 😁
OMG I love the Piano time-laps 😀
This was me doing the rear knuckle bushings in my 97’ Odyssey, except I did it on the car, on jackstands, with the cheap power built C-Clamp tool.
4lb sledge hammers come in handy for removal 😄 when in doubt, beat it out.
"90% of needed repairs are because of poor previous repair workmanship."
And the reason none of my vehicles has seen the inside of a retail repair establishment in over three decades.
Get the mueller kemp bushing tool it’s amazing it’s not cheap but it is amazing
Is this an Element thing? On all the FWD cars we work on/race. We leave the engine, trans and suspension attached to the subframe and raise the car around it. Without a lift it takes a bit of time (like at the track) but we have done it probably a dozen times with about half of those using jacks and jack stands.
I have stopped doing control arm bushings and just replace them with new arms, 98% of the time it goes like this.
Why not just replace the control arm assemblies if you needed bushings and ball joints anyway?
i like how you keep your mishaps in the video not everything goes easy lol
To much enjoyable !!! 🤩 great vid !!
Proper tool is magic.
No proper tool is nightmare.
Turbo
Hey Eric, the videos you put out are thorough and have helped me rehab my E. Have you experienced voltage spikes in any of your E's?
I swapped a 220hp accord type s motor in my 03 element should have been a factory option
Im sorry but I was laughing my ass off when you were doing the bushings in the control arms because I've been there… All the techs in the shop are just sitting there giggling and yelling at me to just replace the control arms
Hmm !!! The New Hollywood of You Tubers. Not Elites, but average people.