any 90' prelude 2.0 s owners?

[ghostdog69]

I just purchased a 90' prelude 2.0 s with 89k, love the way it drives, and want this car to run for another 75,000 at least. I read that one should change the timing belt, clutch, water pump, this 'main relay' thing, ect (the guy I brought it from said none of these things have been replaced). Are replacing these things a good idea even if there is nothing wrong? Other than hard cold starts it seems to run fine. How can you tell if these things need to be replaced? What are the average costs for these types of replacements? I'd like to get things done before they go wrong, especially with the winter coming up. Would a tune up tell me what needs to be replaced or is there some service that will go over these parts and tell me if they need replacing? Should I stick with certified honda mechanics? Sorry if I'm asking dum ?'s but I'm strictly key in ignition.

Also what's the best oil to use as far as grade?

 

[Matthew Brown]

I just purchased a 90' prelude 2.0 s with 89k, love the way it drives, and want this car to run for another 75,000 at least. I read that one should change the timing belt, clutch, water pump, this 'main relay' thing, ect (the guy I brought it from said none of these things have been replaced). Are replacing these things a good idea even if there is nothing wrong? Other than hard cold starts it seems to run fine. How can you tell if these things need to be replaced? What are the average costs for these types of replacements? I'd like to get things done before they go wrong, especially with the winter coming up. Would a tune up tell me what needs to be replaced or is there some service that will go over these parts and tell me if they need replacing? Should I stick with certified honda mechanics? Sorry if I'm asking dum ?'s but I'm strictly key in ignition.

Also what's the best oil to use as far as grade?

I have a '88 prelude S.

Change the timing belt today.

The main relay only needs to be replaced if starting is difficult on hot days or when the engine is hot (as in when you are running errands around town and come out to start your car after you have gone to the store ).

While they are changing the timing belt-- I would change the water pump. If it gives up, you have to get into the same area of the engine and it is good preventive maintenance.

Why change the clutch if it is still OK?? If the clutch is fine--- leave it.

Find a good local Honda independent mechanic and let him give the car a good going over.

As far as oil-- I run Pennzoil 10w30 year round with a Purolator Pure One filter-- it is a good combination for this engine.

Here is my final suggestion-- Have the manual transmission fluid changed-- use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid ( available at any Honda dealer ).

They are good cars and while the SI runs a little faster--- your car should get many more miles.

Good Luck,
Matthew Brown
Memphis

 

[Matthew Brown]

I just purchased a 90' prelude 2.0 s with 89k, love the way it drives, and want this car to run for another 75,000 at least. I read that one should change the timing belt, clutch, water pump, this 'main relay' thing, ect (the guy I brought it from said none of these things have been replaced). Are replacing these things a good idea even if there is nothing wrong? Other than hard cold starts it seems to run fine. How can you tell if these things need to be replaced? What are the average costs for these types of replacements? I'd like to get things done before they go wrong, especially with the winter coming up. Would a tune up tell me what needs to be replaced or is there some service that will go over these parts and tell me if they need replacing? Should I stick with certified honda mechanics? Sorry if I'm asking dum ?'s but I'm strictly key in ignition.

Also what's the best oil to use as far as grade?

I have a '88 prelude S.

Change the timing belt today.

The main relay only needs to be replaced if starting is difficult on hot days or when the engine is hot (as in when you are running errands around town and come out to start your car after you have gone to the store ).

While they are changing the timing belt-- I would change the water pump. If it gives up, you have to get into the same area of the engine and it is good preventive maintenance.

Why change the clutch if it is still OK?? If the clutch is fine--- leave it.

Find a good local Honda independent mechanic and let him give the car a good going over.

As far as oil-- I run Pennzoil 10w30 year round with a Purolator Pure One filter-- it is a good combination for this engine.

Here is my final suggestion-- Have the manual transmission fluid changed-- use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid ( available at any Honda dealer ).

They are good cars and while the SI runs a little faster--- your car should get many more miles.

Good Luck,
Matthew Brown
Memphis

 

[SoCalMike]

definatley timing belt and water pump, by now

Also what's the best oil to use as far as grade?

innit 10w40 for that generation?

 

[SoCalMike]

definatley timing belt and water pump, by now

Also what's the best oil to use as far as grade?

innit 10w40 for that generation?

 

[Brian Drake]

I had an 89 Prelude Si.... best car I have ever had. it was stolen and totaled 2 months after I paid it off..... I still miss her, drove like it was on rails, felt like I was in an Airplane cockpit. enjoy your car Im jealous !

 

[Brian Drake]

I had an 89 Prelude Si.... best car I have ever had. it was stolen and totaled 2 months after I paid it off..... I still miss her, drove like it was on rails, felt like I was in an Airplane cockpit. enjoy your car Im jealous !

 

[ghostdog69]

I have a '88 prelude S.

Change the timing belt today.

The main relay only needs to be replaced if starting is difficult on hot days or when the engine is hot (as in when you are running errands around town and come out to start your car after you have gone to the store ).

While they are changing the timing belt-- I would change the water pump. If it gives up, you have to get into the same area of the engine and it is good preventive maintenance.

Why change the clutch if it is still OK?? If the clutch is fine--- leave it.

Find a good local Honda independent mechanic and let him give the car a good going over.

As far as oil-- I run Pennzoil 10w30 year round with a Purolator Pure One filter-- it is a good combination for this engine.

Here is my final suggestion-- Have the manual transmission fluid changed-- use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid ( available at any Honda dealer ).

They are good cars and while the SI runs a little faster--- your car should get many more miles.

Good Luck,
Matthew Brown
Memphis

Thanks. Very helpful. ANy ideas on what these things will run?

 

[ghostdog69]

I have a '88 prelude S.

Change the timing belt today.

The main relay only needs to be replaced if starting is difficult on hot days or when the engine is hot (as in when you are running errands around town and come out to start your car after you have gone to the store ).

While they are changing the timing belt-- I would change the water pump. If it gives up, you have to get into the same area of the engine and it is good preventive maintenance.

Why change the clutch if it is still OK?? If the clutch is fine--- leave it.

Find a good local Honda independent mechanic and let him give the car a good going over.

As far as oil-- I run Pennzoil 10w30 year round with a Purolator Pure One filter-- it is a good combination for this engine.

Here is my final suggestion-- Have the manual transmission fluid changed-- use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid ( available at any Honda dealer ).

They are good cars and while the SI runs a little faster--- your car should get many more miles.

Good Luck,
Matthew Brown
Memphis

Thanks. Very helpful. ANy ideas on what these things will run?

 

[RMoore]

I have a 1986 Prelude Si Auto 235,000 miles still going strong. The radio goes in and the speedometer goes in and out sometimes also, but the AC still works. But I get almost 400 miles on a tank of gas and it starts every time. I would like a newer one though.

 

[RMoore]

I have a 1986 Prelude Si Auto 235,000 miles still going strong. The radio goes in and the speedometer goes in and out sometimes also, but the AC still works. But I get almost 400 miles on a tank of gas and it starts every time. I would like a newer one though.