28 Jun TSX Transmission Inspection

Project Mommobile: Transmission Inspection

By Brian Gillespie

While we had the K24 out of Project Mommobile we inspected the TSX transmission. Since we didn’t know how the car was driven before we found it in a salvage yard, it would have totally sucked to install it and then find out there was a problem. On more than one occasion we’ve found a broken gear teeth because the car was in gear when the crash occurred. Besides possible broken parts and worn synchros, these manual transmissions also have a problem that is unique to the TSX. Vigorous driving will stretch the magnesium cases causing problems with the bearing seats.

Follow along as Carter and ace Honda mechanic Doug Ruthroff get deep into this tranny. Despite our poor phrasing you’ll find a butt-load of good information in this video if you’re interested in checking out a tranny of your own in the privacy of your own garage.

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