thats cool I like how you did it with leaving the crank bolt on. interesting watching different vids and seeing little differences in technique and approach. time lapses were cool too. thanks

So in-depth jesus

I’m finally dealing with this. I really appreciate you posting this video. One day if I bump into you in the Smokies, I’m going to shake your hand. I’ll let you k ow when I’m done.

I'm glad the crank bolt doesn't have to come out like most Hondas! thanks for the video!

Wow. Thank you for the very detailed instructions.

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

You got it Frankie. Better shrink those hands for this job buddy. LOL

Awesome Job Ron! Excellent detail and smart bypass tricks that I call knuckle savers! I was comfortable trying to change my belt and now I am CONFIDENT that is will get done correctly and it will go smoothly! Thanks

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

You got it Robert! Thanks for the positive feedback. If it helps one person it’s time well spent.

For anyone wondering, I believe you can pop the round cap out above the dipstick to check the status of your belts.

Ron. You have helped me a ton. Thanks man. I have a 1997 acty. And the wife wanted a 1998 acty dump truck!! You sound like you love Jesus and Japanese Minitrucks.

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Keith!

Awesome video the details and explaining is so detailed thank you for giving me the confidence to tackle this job myself

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Great video. I gotta do this soon to my 97 🙏🏼

Great video Ron.

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated! YOUR Page has been a big help as well. Thanks for that Rob!

Thanks Ron!

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment!

Great video Ron. Was able to change my timing belt with not much mechanical experience. Could not have done it without you and Rob Robinette. Gotta ask... When's that coolant flush video coming!? Give the people what they want!!!

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

Haha! Thanks Nick! Glad this helped. Yeah, I actually did a coolant flush the other day but didn’t film it. There are times to film and times not to film depending on my schedulez filming more than doubles the time to do any job so I pick my battles. Next one up and I’ll video. Thanks!

Wow. Thank you so much for this. Will be doing this soon

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck! It’s a little beast, but doable obviously! LOL. Hit me up on IG if you have any questions while working on it. @RHD_Ron

@petescarport

2 жыл бұрын

@@rhd_ron awesome. Just followed you

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

@@petescarport Thanks Pete! Much appreciated

Great video man, just subscribed!

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

Thank you and welcome to the channel! Ive always got something in the works so stay tuned!

Nice job and excellent tutorial

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gordon! Hope it helped!

Thank you for this!!!!

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

Glad to help!

Aww Man I love it

Great video. Helped me out a lot. Just did it on mine. Just wasn't sure how tight to tension the timing belt? Thanks for the video!

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah when I did mine I marked the tension bolt with a sharpie to put the new one back in the same spot. There is a deflection guide but I don't have it available. I've done many many Honda belts, I kind of just know how much slack they need. Doesn't help others though, sorry about that.

thanks for the video. I have a 93 ACTY on the way to hawaii 23,000km . I was going to change the belt / pump /etc like you did since rubber degrades. looks very do-able for a guy with no lift and simple tools

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it is doable with no lift. I can say it's a pretty tough job just removing the timing belt covers. The leaf spring gets in the way. Other than that, pretty standard Honda timing belt replacement.

@nunyabusiness896

Жыл бұрын

Let us know how your timing belt looked when you took it off. Always curious to get data on old age/low mileage belts. I know 15 year old belts are typically pretty good looking and 20 year tend to get iffy, but both usually have substantial mileage behind them. I'm in the camp that there's no need to risk messing something up when it's running well if it's not really needed. One loose screw or a timing belt tooth off will be a lot worse than running a perfectly fine belt a few more years, so I try to not take that risk until the risk of imminent failure is worse.

Ron! Your the man! Glad you took time to do this! Really a great help. Can you show how to get to the crankshaft seals and cam seal? I have a lot of miles on mine and wanted to replace. Also what sealant do you recommend for the valve cover corners? Thanks man!

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Curtis! Glad to help. I use Permatex Ultra Grey from the parts store, or Honda Bond if you can get it from the dealer. Crank and cam seals are right behind the crank gear/cam gear. Holding that crank still while busting the bolt loose is tough. Honda makes a special tool but not sure if it’s available in the States.

This is a fantastic video. My '98 has a whine now after replacing the belt + waterpump + tensioner. Did I over tighten it? Should I just run it?

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

Could very well be too tight of a belt. Make sure you have some deflection. Thats why I mark the tension idler bolt to know approximately where to put it back for tightening purposes.

Hey Ron thank yo for the videos they’re really detailed and looks like I should be able to do all the work myself but I got one question what’s the Crank Shaft Bolt torque spec? I don’t think I’m doing my conversion correctly to 68lbs?

Mitsuboshi is a top brand. I always try to use their belts on my projects

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

Seems very popular in Japan

Tennessee Schooling 💪🏽

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

It’s all we got! LOL

Great video! One thing I noticed was that there was no mention of how you determined how much tension to put on the tensioner.

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Yes good observation. There is a procedure with the use of a deflection gauge in the book. I try to mark the location of the bolt on the tensioner and go back to that same spot. Ive done TONS of Honda/Acura tbelts, I take for granted my “mechanics feel” for the right amount of tension. Lol.

I did my timing belt job. However when I lined up the tick mark on the crank pulley with the plastic cover prior to removal.The Camshaft tick marks lined up correctly too. HOWEVER, the UP was facing down. Reassmebled as I took it apart and runs fine. Odd that my UP was facing down. Thoughts?

Hello how are you the video and all the details amazing I do have a 1990 Honda Acty Attack I have to install the same parts in my truck. one more question where to order the parts is really complicated. good job keep it up !!!!

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

@allthingzjdm is where I get my parts. They have a Facebook Group called "Exporting AllthingzJDM" check them out! Thanks.

@chevylaw3301

2 жыл бұрын

@@rhd_ron thank you !!!

I've heard that the bleeder port under the bed is impossible to get to, I would appreciate a video on a coolant fluid flush. I have not heard mention of people changing the coolant thermostat valve, your thoughts?

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Chris! Yes, I'll see what I can muster up for a coolant flush video. I actually flushed and vented that trucks system from just the bleed screws on the Intake Manifold and jacking the truck WAY up in the front to make the radiator the high point. If I would have had a thermostat with me I would have changed it with the pump. It's on the backside of the water pump housing and I could see it with the pump off. Take care!

Hello, do you think it is possible to change the water pump only while leaving the timing belt secured in place as best as possible? Any input on this would be most helpful, thank you again for the awesome video!

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

Possibly but as cheap as the timing belts are its good to do them while you are there.

Hey Ron! Great vid on T/belt replacement, I’m doing mine right now. Question, with the belt off, can the crankshaft spin independent to get the timing correct? Thanks and looking forward to your answer.

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you will be able to move the crank to align timing marks with the belt off. Align the timing at the crank, and the two marks on the cam gear with the head, then go back with the belt. It will take you several iterations to get it right. Always check with full revolution of the crank and cam gears that everything comes back to where you started. Thanks!

@theophiluszuniga9829

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ron, followed your advice, truck starts and runs!

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

@@theophiluszuniga9829 Hey hey! Congrats. It's a task.

Good job Ron....any idea where I can locate torque specs for a 1996 daihatsu hijet S110P 660cc? Gonna try same job on my truck as soon as I can get specs. Keep up good content

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

I would try Smokey Mountain Imports. They may have a Service Manual Available. That’s where I got mine free with a $50 purchase! Thanks for the comment.

I have a red light that is flickering on every now and then it kind of looks like a Chevy logo with heat waves coming off of the top of it any idea of what that might be?

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

That is your catalytic converter. It means it is getting too hot. Typically when they get old and clog up they get hot and trigger that light. Some people knock the packing out, or some replace it.

@peteslife9714

2 жыл бұрын

@@rhd_ron Hey Ron thanks for the feedback I sent you a message on Instagram

I know this is an older video but what kind of shop would you recommend someone go to, to have this work done I have all the parts just a little nervous tackling it by myself

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

Its a pretty standard “honda” timing belt job. A shop that is good with Hondas/Acuras should have no problem. Thanks

Thanks for posting Ron, are you located near Chattanooga? I'm in NC and was wondering if you would by chance do the same thing for me on my ACTY if and when it's needed?

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

Yes I'm near Chattanooga. We can definitely work something out if you want to bring it over this way! Thanks for watching!

Thanks for the video!! I like to DIY, but idk if I could pull this one off…Do you need to have the truck on a lift to do it? It seems it would be a helluva lot tougher to get it done without one…🤷🏻‍♂️🤔

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! No, no lift needed however it makes it quite a bit easier. Years of rolling around on concrete floors working on cars has taken it’s toll. Glad to have the lift! Lol

@mikester1472

2 жыл бұрын

I did mine in my front yard with a jack and jackstands. A lift would make this job a bit easier. At least easier on your body lol

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikester1472 oh buddy. Ive been there. Very fortunate to have the garage and lift now.

What kind of light is that? Can you share a link or do you have an Amazon store? I'd like to support

Hey Ron, is it a must to remove the head gasket cover when you change the timing belt? I managed to do mine without removing it but, now I am worried about it. Is it only to make the crank and pulley move more freely?

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

Should be okay without if you can get the upper timing cover off without removing the valve cover.

What are the torque specs for the pully on the crankshaft?

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

Sorry for the late response! Book says (9.5 kg.m) which is about 69 ft-lbs. Thanks!

i messed up, help!... i moved the bottom toothed gear while putting the timing belt back on, so i tried to rotate it back into position by only rotating the bottom one and now it doesnt move. its not in sync with the top one any more. i dont know what to do to fix this.

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

Dont stress! You need to slowly and methodically move the cam gear a bit to get the valves in a different closed position. Then you will be able to turn the crank back into position. Move the cam, move the crank until you get the crank lined back up. Then set your cam again. It’s not moving because you are getting piston to valve interference. Be careful.

Amazing work Ron, now are you willing to work on my 1991 Honda acty street?

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! Not sure where you’re located but maybe something could be worked out depending on where you are.

@alexrufo4295

2 жыл бұрын

@@rhd_ron Hello Ron Happy Thanksgiving day, I'm located in the Miami area, thanks for your time.alex

does the valve cover need to be moved or is it possible to work around that?

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

You have to lift the valve cover to get that upper timing belt cover off unfortunately. Makes the job that much "Bigger" because you then need to apply sealant on the corners of the valve cover gasket where it goes over the cam.

Do you have a vedic on replacing the clutch.

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

Not yet! Had one lined up but couldnt get to it in time.

followed the video up to a T, when it came time to get the timing belt cover off, it gets stuck on the frame as if the engine isnt lowered enough but we cant get the engine any lower. advice?

@rhd_ron

8 ай бұрын

You can try loosening that engine mount right under the frame rail by the tbelt cover to lower the engine or drop the leaf spring on that side. Support the torsion bar if you do that. Good luck!

Hey Ron just wondering did u get a whine noise at all after replacing the belt I did mine with the help of your video an seem to get a little bit of a whine noise . Will it go away or do I need to adjust somthing

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

Hey Jack, I did not. You may want to make sure the tension on the belt is not TOO tight. That is typically the case when there is a whine. Thanks.

@user-nh7yj5jp6b

Жыл бұрын

Thanks ron

Hey rod would this be the same way to do on a Honda act kei van 1993 model?

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Yep! Should be the same. Just a little different to get to on top due to the engine cover inside the van.

I was wondering how many hours did it take to do the complete change outs?

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

With filming like 10 hours. I can do a timing belt, water pump, and seal job on these in about 4-5 hours. No rush, just taking it cautiously.

Has anybody else had trouble removing the 10mm bolts on the alternator pulley? I can't get mine to come loose due to the pulley rotating when I attempt to remove the bolts

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

I dont recall 10mm bolts on the alternator pulley. Do you mean the crankshaft pulley by chance?

@sharpshooter3799

4 ай бұрын

​@@rhd_ron I may have named it wrong, the part in the video that you point it out is 5:40, though I will mention my '96 Acty has another cover to the right of that pulley with another belt connected to it at about a 45° angle. I didn't take it off tonight I plan on doing that tomorrow but maybe that has something to do with it.

@sharpshooter3799

4 ай бұрын

My Acty is the first vehicle I've ever worked on so I still have a lot to learn but your videos have been a big help, thank you!

@sharpshooter3799

4 ай бұрын

​@@rhd_ron well it turns out the belt that goes to the right is for the AC compressor and I ended up needing an impact wrench to get the bolts off the crankshaft pulley without it rotating

I am currently attempting this but can't seem to get motor mount removed. I put floor jack with piece of wood under engine. Not sure if maybe i dont have enough pressure on jack to loosen mount. Any help is appreciated. I sprayed bolt with pb penetrating now and letting it soak. ??

@dmohh4660

6 ай бұрын

I got the motor mount off. I let it sit in pb blaster for a bit and it came loose with a breaker bar. The motor mount bracket was a pain to remove. Lots of up and down with floor jack. Finally moving foward. Thanks for the video; very helpful!

@dmohh4660

6 ай бұрын

now i'm stuck trying to get the crank pulley bolt off.

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

Yeah some of these are long time partners with the frame. Just takes some “ugh-tuugggaa”.

I have 96 street van! What does the sticker look like?

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

I actually do not have a street sticker but I've seen them on other Vans. They just say "STREET" if I recall correctly. Thanks,

My Honda Acty loses power when I put it in first gear and it turns off, what could it be?

@rhd_ron

4 ай бұрын

A whole list of things really. Ignition system, fuel system or carb solenoids.

Where did u find torque values for motor mount and bracket? I looked in engine removal and timing belt section and they don’t list it in either in manual. Plus everyone on KZread seems to be keeping it a secret

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

So they are not in the book. BUT, the same size bolts are used in my other hondas and THEIR books say 43 ft-lbs for the 17mm bolts, and typically the 14mm bolts are 33 ft-lbs. Thats what I go to when I cannot find values. Hope that helps!

Aloha Where do you check the coolant?

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Passenger side under the dash. There’s a little cover with wing-nuts. Underneath the wing nuts is the radiator cap.

@peteslife9714

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback

At around 5:16 in the video I’m stuck I can’t reach that top bolt my engine doesn’t lower down far enough what’s wrong ?

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

Hmmm, you've removed the mount to the chassis right there? Let it down with a jack? Are you referring to the timing belt cover, one of the 10mm shoulder bolts?

@_Quicklo

Жыл бұрын

@@rhd_ron yes I removed that first mount but the bracket right behind it I’m having trouble getting to the top bolt as the engine lowering doesn’t get it low enough to access. Almost as if I’d need to remove the engine mount. In the rear of the truck as well

@rhd_ron

Жыл бұрын

@@_Quicklo ohhh, the engine bracket with three 14mm bolts. That top one you have to get to from the top with a box end wrench.

This top bolt is pissing me off. What did you do?

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

The alternator bolt or the engine mount bracket bolt? Both are TOUGH!

@raysauter5264

2 жыл бұрын

@@rhd_ron the engine mount bolt. The alternator bolt will be next. Hitting it with pb blaster, I have a swivel link for the tight spot and even using an impact.

I've heard Actys have particularly bad service access and that timing belts are bad on them, but this doesn't honestly look that bad at all. In fact, I don't see why people say Subaru is so much easier, the timing belt job looks similar. Can anyone clarify why they say this one is hard and the Subaru is easier?

Lmao

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

Minny Appearance! Lol.

AllthingzJDM….Minny with a Z😂😀

@rhd_ron

2 жыл бұрын

She’s a star🤩

You skipped alot of steps lol