BUDGET EF K-Swap Tuck Radiator for under $100? - Project Budget EF Gets Cooler
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Budget EF K-Swap, Part 5: Tuck Radiator for $100!
By Brian Gillespie
Budget EF build gets even cooler. We found our own budget tuck radiator for about $100. Installed and with Radiator hoses and filler neck it comes in at less than $200. Below the video we have a parts list so you could do this or some variation for your own project. What's cooler than a budget tuck radiator? One with an efficient budget fan. Check out the custom brackets for our $24 radiator fan.
We all know the K24 is a tall engine, so we also make a drop radius rod for the Full Race traction bar so it clears the crank pulley even with the suspension under load.
So what did we pay for our custom tuck radiator? Here's a list of links and prices.
Mark 1 Rabbit aluminum racing radiator $105
Lower coolant hose Gates P/N 23368 $26
Upper coolant hose Gates P/N 23340 $16
Moroso in hose filler neck $37
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That budget radiator setup is going to make ALOT of people very happy. Thank you for sharing the information.
@frankier3701
6 жыл бұрын
itsjussjerry that's a lot of work to use it and will cost more than just 100 cause of all the fab work they did like welding tabs and making brackets all that will will add up quick if you have yo pay plus materials
@itsjussjerry
6 жыл бұрын
Frankie R welding tabs and making brackets is alot of work? Any fool with a propane torch and some alumiweld rods can make it work.
@frankier3701
6 жыл бұрын
itsjussjerry right but you would have to buy material, tools with equals cash time is "free"
@itsjussjerry
6 жыл бұрын
Frankie R I can't imagine materials costing a whole lot. My point is, still a whole lot cheaper than any tucked radiators offered on the market today.
@VTECAcademy
6 жыл бұрын
Frankie R Speedfactory has a great tuck radiator for those that don’t want to fab up their own. jhpusa.com/products/speedfactory-tucked-race-radiator?variant=40557880788
Oh damn the fan clamp bracket is a slick idea!!
Oh yes! You don't know guys how much this series of videos are helping me for My build. Thank You so much!!!
Incase anyone cared, those pre-cut holes he used to mount the radiator are actually for the factory A/C condenser. There’s a tab that slides into the top hole and a bolt goes through the bottom hole.
Love this series. Crx's (ef chassis in General) have a big spot in my heart.
I work on aircraft and I have to work on my fabrication skills, I enjoy watching you guys
@VTECAcademy
6 жыл бұрын
Pitkä Peura Thanks for watching!
Its like that lower hose is made for the car. Incredible.
The CRX owner is very fortunate to have you guys doing the swap. It's coming out incredibly clean. Thanks for sharing.
I have the same style radiator on my crx...thanKs for the info regarding actually turning the fan blade around! (I never thought 💭 that could possibly cause a cooling issue)
Another great video. You can tell Brian has been working on cars for years with those big meathook fingers! Working man's hands! Been doing body and paint for around 15 years and it will do a number on your hands! God bless guys keep up the good work!
Hands down the best Honda fabricator on the planet! Have you all seen the salt flats accident this guy was in a few years back? Apparently he's made of iron as well! Google his name/accident and you will see. I dont know how he servived!!!!
can't wait to see this thing on the drag strip !!! great work guys u guys hold it down!!!
Cant wait for this to be finished up!!
You guys should sell those bars lol could be a hella of help . Great video🤙🤘
Damn, awesome idea. You could make that into a cool semi-tucked radiator kit for those of us who aren't trained in the fabrication at. Great content btw! 👍👍👍
2019 and still waiting for the next episode to drop?
@langstonlyle6211
3 жыл бұрын
@Jericho Oscar definitely, been using flixzone for since december myself :D
Damn you guys are so creative
I've been learning a bunch by watching you guys. Great info! Just hope manual fan guys dont try to take their shrouds off. It will over heat with a manual and no shroud.
Once again great video 👍👌
I love this channel!!! Thanks guys and great work.
@VTECAcademy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! We love doing it and hope it helps everyone looking to do their own.
Dope!!!
i have the skunk2 1/2 radiator with spal fan for my crx b swap, and used the spal mounting brackets. they actually slide into the fan housing and allow you to mount it like a spider (if that makes sense). got them from summit for about 2 each.
such a great video!!
Please more buget ef kswap videos 🙏
currently in the process of making one now ,so far im in it for roughly 200 .but it does look real clean . im trying to make brackets to hold my fan because i didn't have the tools you guys have to fabricate .
ESP has specially made Traction Bar for K EF...there rods further out...Also have Front Torque Mount Kit...
we need part 5 ..... thank you
What happened to the audio. All and all a great video thanks for the shared knowledge
Hey How would you figure out the hoses needed for a gsr swap in a crx with the rabbit radiator?
Would the stock front subframe clear this setup? I’m about to do the same swap wondering if I really need to invest in a traction bar? Looks like a decent amount of room
Had to do something similar on my EJ. Using a RBC makes the throttle body come in contact with the radiator while using the EKK1 v.1 mounts. End up using a s2000 radiator and place the fans in front. Noticed the trans bell housing has a bigger “inspection” hole.. explanation? Thanks
Does the Rabbit radiator hold more coolant than say a DOHC Del sol one? I use the Skunk one on my J swap but warms up after 30 mins of driving. Looking for an alternative
What plug is welded into the radiator? The fan switch sensor. Also why does nate switch plugs on the fan? Is it oem plugs in place of the aftermarket ones. Questions after questions. How did you guys get the engine temp gauge to work on your ef cluster? I didnt see you guys add an extra ect sensor. From what I heard. ECT/CTS sensor on the k20z1 head goes for ecu. But there needs to be another one added for the gauge cluster to pick up.
Will that radiator work on a ek I have a k20 boosted n can’t seem to find a radiator
Where’s part 6?! This has been a very informative series
Please do a videos of Honda Fit (GD, GE) Engine Swap and How to(etc 1.5 Turbo Vtec), 😀 really love to Hear and Learn from your Videos very appreciated Thanks
Greetings @vtecacademy I’m using a speed factory tucked radiator with the ac infront and my temps are going up to 105c when doing pulls I’m just wondering if that is normal I purged the radiator put some holes to the thermostat I’m not sure what’s wrong I hope you can help me out just spent a bit on this setup just for it to overheat.
Is it possible to jumpstart the battery and replacing the battery when its located behind the front bumper? I dont drive my car that much and i have to jumpstart it everytime when wanting to drive😢
@VTEC Academy will the Mark 1 Rabbit radiator fit in a DC2 Integra?
Hire many hp is the k24 motor you are using?
What’s up guys. Love what you do, keep it going. What’s your take on the H and F series motors? I feel they get hardly any love.
@VTECAcademy
6 жыл бұрын
Anthony Carrillo They’re solid engines and people have done well with them. Parts are less available though. Depending on your needs, they may be a great option for your project.
is there a brand or link for the fan?
They do make flex hoses for rads
Anyone knows if these coolant hose would work with a k20z3 in a EF? (CRX). Thanks in advance :)
Hi how much would a typical K-swap cost on a ef 1990
I read that you could use a k20 crank pulley, is this not true??
Nice video, but i have a question? Can I use these same materials for a b series engine? i mean to make radiator tuck
@VTECAcademy
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, just flip the radiator over.
I just wanted the video to keep going 😭😭😭 when's the next episode?!
You have any clue of what hoses will work on a da integra with a b series? I’m seriously considering this swap
@VTECAcademy
6 жыл бұрын
If you mean a K-swap into the DA, same hoses.
we need part 6 -7 -8 -9 -10 ..... thank you
What is typical cost for a budget k20a2 Kswap on a 92 hatchback? That's going to be my next step. No flashy parts, just stock swap with the appropriate gear to make it work in the car? I see your videos and I see no one better for the job. Will be a track only car.
@VTECAcademy
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Here’s a parts list on our site. vtec.academy/budget-k-swap/ just substitute the cost of a K20A2 and transmission in place of budget stuff.
Part 6 please
Do you have to modify the hood so it closes with the k24??
@VTECAcademy
Жыл бұрын
If you use the higher mount position.
Will this work with a b16 swap as well? I really hope so, can’t find if anyone’s done it on forums
@VTECAcademy
4 жыл бұрын
James Reid It should work for a B16 too. You’ll just need to figure out the hoses.
Update???
Still waiting for part 8
@VTEC Academy, when are y’all gonna make more episodes on this build??
@VTECAcademy
5 жыл бұрын
ItsKirbyHD we’ve shot them already, however the editor working on them had an issue with their computer. It’s since been fixed and the updates are coming soon.
@Churchgb
3 жыл бұрын
@@VTECAcademy any updates? How much did you charge your customer for the hole swap? Awesome work.
What radiator is that where can u get it ?
@VTECAcademy
4 жыл бұрын
Manolo C vtec.academy/budget-ef-k-swap-part-5-tuck-radiator-for-100/
I need a contact for you , I wanna do this same bill
Bottom line, how much did the client end up paying for the complete swap? Can you give me an idea for parts and labor overall?
@VTECAcademy
5 жыл бұрын
Walter Godoy you’d have to ask @hushperformance
We’ll the radiator fit dc2?
@VTECAcademy
2 жыл бұрын
It is smaller than the DC2 radiator, so it should.
@Southsaccccc
2 жыл бұрын
@@VTECAcademy what bottom radiator u used? N top? Is it in video? I forgot if u used it
Surprised you guys going use the an fittings and hoses for the radiator
@VTECAcademy
6 жыл бұрын
So much money for AN.
You guys need to invest in a pair of radiator hose shears! makes things so much easier and cleaner
Anyone try this in a DC2?
@stinky15552
4 жыл бұрын
Did you ever find anything on DC2? Im looking to.
Wheres 5
Great minds think alike! Here's a similar setup...part numbers are in the captions. facebook.com/pg/OneLapCRX/photos/?tab=album&album_id=183512245013361
@VTECAcademy
6 жыл бұрын
Sweet! I was checking that out. I also like what you did with the cable clutch adapter.
Mishimoto is cheap and great all aluminum rad
Any one use this on ek have ekk1 mounts and a rbc 🤦🏽♂️
i don't want to seem like a butt. but maybe a mic set up for your videos should help. you know like tape a mic to your chest like in spy movies. i feel like I have to constantly put my ear on my phone speaker.
@MauricesExoticPets
6 жыл бұрын
Burntpoptarts turn up your belltone
@adieselcotton
6 жыл бұрын
Put headphones on
Hyundai, Honda, same thing when it comes to radiator hoses.
Still waiting on part 5...3 months later...
What ever happen with this?
@VTECAcademy
5 жыл бұрын
Obscene Booking Still a work in progress
@ObsceneBookingLagersworld
5 жыл бұрын
Okay cool because I'm not really a Honda guy, but all my buddies are. So I'm thinking about K swapping a CrX and you guys will be my guides lol.
@VTECAcademy
5 жыл бұрын
Be sure to see our website for more information vtecacademy.com
@ObsceneBookingLagersworld
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
Making one side of your little bar left hand tread and the other right hand thread is pointless. If the bar is straight you can just twist the bar to establish your desired suspension settings but when the bar is oddly shaped as yours is that option is thrown out the window. Now you're tied to half turn increments, with a little wiggle room, which would work with both ends being typical right hand threads. In either case it will get the job done... just a pointless addition for your application.
Americans calling engines Engines instead of motor: Hawwwt
@VTECAcademy
5 жыл бұрын
Vince Andres Is it an American thing?
@v8vince761
5 жыл бұрын
@@VTECAcademy at this point, yes. From watching yt videos you'd always hear like LS Motor VTEC Motor Jz Motor But when you actually think about it a Motor turns Electric Power to Mechanical power not Chemical Reaction and Mechanical power
@VTECAcademy
5 жыл бұрын
The two words can be used interchangeably@@v8vince761. Although you will seldom hear an electric motor called an engine unless you are talking about a diesel electric locomotive. In the US that is.
@matthewstorm5188
4 жыл бұрын
“ But when you actually think about it a Motor turns Electric Power to Mechanical power not Chemical Reaction and Mechanical power” Actually, a motor is defined as something that produces motion, regardless how it’s powered. Therefore, it is not incorrect to say that an automotive engine is a motor. However, an engine is a device that generates work from heat. By this definition, it is completely incorrect to call the motor in an EV an engine.
we need part 6 -7 -8 -9 -10 ..... thank you
we need part 6 -7 -8 -9 -10 ..... thank you