Shift Linkage

The shift linkage was modified and installed with help from Andreas. The trick was to first cut off all the ends from both shift rod and the stabilizer rod, then bolt the ends on their respective mounts, hold the cut pipe pieces in place, dont let them touch the body or each other, have someone hold the shift lever in the desired position, and weld it all together. Two people are needed for this job.

Engine In

Last week my brother Andreas and my Dad helped me install the subframe (with motor/tranny) into the car. it took an hour or so to get it aligned right, but it slid right in. Some paint was scratched off the headers, but other than that, it fit.
next was installing the axles. The inner half are standard honda CV joints and the outers slide into the mini CV joint at the hub. Getting the honda joints to slide into the transmission was very difficult.

Next up, shift linkage, exhaust, manifold and wiring.

Motor Preparation

The last 2 months Ive spent getting the motor ready for installation. New timing belt, Alternator belt, Distributor cap, Plug wires, Spark Plugs, new clutch, lightweight flywheel, and rebuilt transmission.

The Integra LS transmission matched nicely with the motor, but i didnt know I needed to swap the clutch to match the transmission (smaller splines for older trannys). You learn as you go.

Here are pictures of the new alternator mount I built last week and the headers i just purchased and installed.