Werd Werx

10/08/2026

09/17/2026

‼️PART 3️⃣‼️

Lots of wiring, lots of fun.

It was “fun” updating the engine harness as I could see the trial and error in the original work done. I get it — internet info was as available in the early 00’s so it was word of mouth info or deciphering wiring diagrams in Honda service manuals (but I still do that today). Well, it was so outdated that I decided to start with a fresh engine hardness so I didn’t have to fix any mistakes and so I could trust my own work. So I pulled one from another ‘93 VTEC Prelude and started from scratch.

Once the engine was mounted with Innovative Mounts, I spent hours reworking the engine bay/chassis harness to remove the ABS plug and connectors, as well as re-loom and restore the harness to its OEM condition utilizing the original routing and all OEM clips. I also spent hours cleaning up the wiring at the ECU connectors. It was previously invaded by the APEXi solder connections. Followed that up with checking continuity to all my sensor connectors at the engine harness and we were good to go (I’m make this all sound so simple — it was not).

Other things like the fuel tank and fuel pump were addressed. The tank was removed and cleaned on the inside, and a new fuel pump was installed.

And finally, a custom radiator fan shroud made by Josh McGirr to go with the Mishimoto radiator. They don’t provide a shroud for the 4th gen Prelude, and even if they did, it wouldn’t fit with a stock subframe. So we ordered up some fans and Josh killed it making this shroud from scratch! He’s also responsible for the engine bay paint work. 👌🏾

Stay tuned for Part 4!

09/02/2026

Another beautiful H22A Rebuild problem-solver in the books. Cutting out those pesky FRM liners so you never have to worry about excessive and premature oil burn ever again.

There’s a lot of y’all out there with 180k mile and up Preludes who are topping off your oil every 500 miles and destroying your catalytic converters. Let me help with that.

Message me for Pricing ✌🏾

08/23/2026

‼️COMPLETE RESTORATION — 1995 Honda Accord EX ‼️

I get surprised when y’all come to me with these old cars that aren’t worth much on paper and ask for work that exceeds the value of the car by more than 3 or 4 times. But then I remember, every car has a story with sentimental value that far exceeds the value of the work being done. Thus, it comes full circle, and Im grateful get the privilege of being part of something that means more than money.

This story is simple. This car was purchased new by a woman no longer with us, and has been within the family all of its life. It lived a portion of its life as a daily commuter where it gained most of its milage and typical use. The original owners Daughter (my client) regained ownership, and decided she wanted her Mother’s car back to original condition. The rest is as follows…

145k miles on the engine and transmission which were both still in great shape, just developed a lot of leaks over the last 30 years.

A complete engine reconditioning was in order. All new Honda seals, cylinder head refresh, cleaning, and new reliable timing components.

The engine bay was stripped and thoroughly cleaned. The failing ABS unit has also been removed and replaced with all new Non-ABS components.

The engine prepped for its reinstallation

Even the transmission got a thorough cleaning. This original unit still shifts like new.

OEM freshness. As always with OEM projects, I ensured all smog components are clean and in working order to avoid any future CA emissions issues.

5 lug conversion courtesy of FatFour Customs, including BB6 Prelude front rotors and calipers. The front and rear suspension received a complete overhaul as well. New bushings, ball joints, struts, steering components as well as cleaning as I go.

Cleaning the interior is no exception when it comes to a restoration job. Lots of spare change was acquired and saved as tip money.

As you can imagine, 30 years worth of dirt and spilled coffee gets in real deep.

Fortunately the seats were in great condition and didn’t need any repairs, they were just dirty so the front and rear seats received and deep cleaning.

Interior fully reassembled after a deep cleanin

08/06/2026

We got rid of the H! 🫣

No, not the H22. Just the “H” in “Type SH”. This 2000 SH model Prelude came in firing on 3 cylinders. Over 200k and burning lots of oil. And if you’re a H22 enthusiast, you already know what the problem is. So rather than trying to salvage the original H22A4, Alvin Dela Cruz opted to upgrade with the vehicles counter part JDM engine — the Type S. Freshly imported by JDM of California Inc, we picked up the H22A Type S with matching TSZ4 L*D transmission. Of course this meant doing away with the vehicles ATTS components which were all no longer usable for this project.

The Type S engine was prepped for CA strict smog laws. I mounted a H22A4 oil pump, cleaned the EGR ports in the intake manifold, replaced the damaged catalytic converter, and used most of the H22A4’s original external components. Also, all ATTS components (except the suspension) were removed/replaced with traditional Base model Prelude parts. Even the wiring from the engine harness was removed so unless you see the SH badge on the back or know what you’re looking for under the chassis, you’d never know what it used to be.

Don’t get stuck with your H22A4 burning a quart of oil every 500 miles, or failing ATTS. I’ve got options for that. 🤌🏾

06/18/2026

‼️PART 2‼️

The Euro-R gets a complete reconditioning. Hand cleaned block and trans, refreshed cylinder head, wrinkle red coated valve cover and detailed intake manifold updated with Shawn Roskilly bits. Some fresh Phoenix Red paint in the engine bay, powder coated subframes and brackets, gold zinced hardware, and ABS delete. Not pictured is a complete overhaul of the front suspension with new bushings, ball joints and steering components. Peep the preserved tags on the radiator support, protected with a clear coat on top. Shout out to Josh McGirr for the 🎨🖌️

02/17/2026

‼️PHOTO DUMP ‼️ Part 4️⃣ — SWIPE ➡️

East Coast Wagon — Final Product

Owner:

Note the addition of the one-off titanium intake tube. Dumping down right into the front bumper for the CAI effect. 👌🏾 This project was the epitome of what Werd Werx is about. High-Lev Resto-Mod (or OEM+) styling to revive these 30+ year old icons to give them a whole new life.

Who’s next?

Shoutout to:

02/07/2026

‼️PHOTO DUMP‼️ - Part 2 - SWIPE ➡️

East Coast Wagon - Zinc, Powder & Assembly

When you do one, you gotta do them all. It felt like I just kept finding bolts and brackets that need to be gold zinced and powder coated. Multiple batches were had. Anything that was rusted out was replaced with parts from our rust free CA junk yards, and then it was powdered and zinced to protect from future east coast ventures. Non salvageable M6 bolts were replaced with bolts.

Also, at this time the engine was assembled with all new seals and clean parts, valve cover powder coated and wire harness modified to fit the fresh H22A Euro-R.

02/06/2026

‼️PHOTO DUMP‼️- PART 1 - Swipe ➡️

East Coast Wagon — Chassis and Engine Breakdown

I never took the time to post the complete photo gallery of the East Coast Wagon. Lots of documentation to be shared, so enjoy!

Here in beautiful CA, we aren’t used to seeing this much rust on cars. So I was like oh hell naw, there’s no way we are swapping this car and putting all the rusty bolts back. So it very quickly turned into a complete under hood restoration. Stripping the bay of all rusty bolts and brackets, and following that with a fresh coat of gloss black to finally match the exterior of the car. And as always, if we a swapping, then the engine is getting a reconditioning and reseal.

Stay tuned for Part 2, the shiney stuff!

02/02/2026

Let’s get back to posting, shall we?

Throwback to this 5th Generation Prelude project I finished up early 2025. Never got around to posted prior to the hiatus. The car was completed with a fully rebuilt H22A4 done by . Also converted to 5spd with a T2T4 L*D transmission, managed by a fresh HA Motorsport P5M ECU. Custom brakes with the valve cover to match. And topping it off with a shifter box and cables. This car went from burning tons of oil and slipping gears to a whole new life and ripping gears. 🤙🏾

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