Honda S2000 Part Swapping and More - Exhaust Notes
Honda S2000 Part Swapping and More - Exhaust Notes In this month's Exhaust Notes we cover questions regarding S2000 part swapping into other Honda engines as well as other questions submitted to us.Yep, there is an AWD TSX...sort of. It's actually an option found in the '02-and-newer JDM 20EL and 20A Accords as well as the '03-and-newer 24EL Accord wagons, which are basically TSXs that're just badged differently. Both touring sedans come with the regular old K20A-only the wagon has the TSX-typical K24A-which means the gearbox would presumably bolt up, but you've got quite a few other things to worry about. First, the AWD models are stamped as CL8 and CM3 chassis, not CL7 or CL9 like every other FWD Accord or TSX. Typically, when Honda goes to the trouble to change chassis codes, it's for a good reason. Although we haven't crawled underneath the CL8 or CM3, we can assume they're at least slightly structurally different to account for the additional AWD hardware. In most cases this means you've got some cutting and welding to do at the very least. You'll also likely encounter some issues with wiring and electronics but nothing as complicated as Honda's new SH-AWD architecture. We say, why bother? We're not sure how much power you're making at the moment, but TSXs aren't exactly traction-limited. Don't forget that adding all of those AWD bits to your chassis will only make your car even heavier. Besides, remember that Honda's real-time AWD technology is not the same as Mitsubishi's or Subaru's full-time systems, which, let's face it, is probably where you got the idea to do this from. The main difference is that real-time AWD systems wait for real-wheel slippage to happen before the transmission's oil pumps send pressure to the multi-disc clutches, and transmit torque to the rear. Full-time systems, well, work full time. Oh, and did we mention the AWD gearbox is only offered as a five-speed automatic? Save your money; the TSX doesn't need this.
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