Honda Prelude 2.2 VTEC

[Taffylude]

I noticed that someone has done a decent write-up on the Prelude a few pages back, so I won't waffle on too much.

Anyway, a little bit of background on them..

The Honda Prelude has had five incantations over its lifespan which finished production in 2001, with the most popular ones being the 3rd, 4th & 5th Generations.
The high revving, naturally aspirated 2.2L VTEC engine found in the 4th & 5th Generation H22 model’s is a real gem. With over 197bhp as standard in the JDM models (185bhp in the UK model), and Honda’s bullet-proof reliability to boot, it is a popular weapon of choice for many track day enthusiasts. With double wishbone suspension all round, optional LSD gearboxes (import only) and a 60/40% weight distribution, the Prelude is a real B-road terror, not unlike its little brother the Honda Integra.

For my own car, I went down the route of a 12:1 compression N/A engine rebuild, which has netted a 209whp power output, which revs reliably well over 8000rpm.

Here's the spec:

1993 JDM Honda Prelude 2.2L VTEC in Milano Red, with optional LSD gearbox & traction control.

Engine Mods

BMC carbon dynamic airbox
Fujitsubo Super-Ex exhaust manifold
Fujitsubo Legalis-R exhaust system
Custom stainless steel decat pipe
Mahle Gold Series Forged Pistons
Eagle H-Beam forged rods
Port & polished head
Ported & port-matched intake manifold
Hondata intake manifold gasket
ACL Race Series Bearings
ARP head studs, main studs & rod bolts
Skunk2 Stage 2 Pro camshafts
Skunk2 high compression flat faced valves
Skunk2 duel springs & titanium retainers
Skunk2 adjustable cam gears
Skunk2 68mm throttle body
Fidanza 8lb flywheel
ACT Heavy duty clutch
Manual cambelt tensioner conversion
Walbro 255 fuel pump
DSM 450cc injectors
Mr Gasket fuel rail
'Violence' oil catch can
DTA S60 Pro standalone engine management with wideband.
Magnecor HT leads
NGK Iridium plugs
Samco hoses

Chassis Mods

Koni adjustable sport shocks with Eiback springs
Honda Legend twin-pot brake callipers
EBC Redstuff ceramic pads
Goodridge braided brake hoses
Rota Circuit 10 lightweight 17" wheels
Toyo Proxes T1-R Tyres
Custom carbon fibre fully functional sunroof
Spoon front strut brace
Rear strut brace
Forbidden Motorsports short shifter
4WS to 2WS Conversion (for high speed stability, and weight saving)

Cosmetic Mods

'Euro' rear & side lip kit, with a Wings West RS front lip
S2000 seats conversion
Re-trimmed door cards with red leather sections.















Hope you like it

[Nikko 40691]

I like that alot.
Lovely paintwork and a tasty list of mods to boot.

[falkster]

Great looking car, never been a fan of that shape Prelude but I really do like that!! Bet it screams!!

[gareth.e]

I hate the number plates.. and I really don't like how the bits between the lights have been painted red as it makes it look odd

Other than that it look great

[woodytype S]

You forgot the best one of them all,the Type S with 220bhp http://asia.vtec.net/beystock/honda/preludes/

[SkinnyBoy]

Nice one lad, shes come along way mate.

[RobCrezz]

Nice. I remember reading the build on PreludeUK.

[joesnow]

Lovely Prelude there.