Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
In this episode, we’re diving deep into the heart of a 2013 Acura RDX equipped with the 3.5L V6 (J35) that came in with engine knocking and high oil consumption issues.
We’ll completely tear down the engine from the valve covers to the crankshaft and pinpoint the exact cause of failure. Along the way, we’ll share useful teardown tips, inspection methods, and tricks that any DIYer or technician can learn from.
If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on inside a knocking engine, or why certain Acura and Honda engines develop oil burning issues, this is the video for you.
As always, tips and tricks come standard on every episode.
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Tool:
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Fan Mail:
AHC Garage
15757 Pines Blvd
Suite 182
Pembroke Pines
FL 33027
If you have already, please follow us on Instagram to see sneak peaks ahead of time!
Thank you to our exclusive sponsor: Acura of Pembroke Pines
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Acura Honda Classic established in 2018, is a group of Acura/Honda enthusiasts set out to bring together the car community through Acura/Honda vehicles of the 80s, 90s and today. We strive hard everyday to "Building Our Community". Follow us on IG @AcuraHondaClassic to stay up to date on our news, events and activities.
In this episode, we’re diving deep into the heart of a 2013 Acura RDX equipped with the 3.5L V6 (J35) that came in with engine knocking and high oil consumption issues.
We’ll completely tear down the engine from the valve covers to the crankshaft and pinpoint the exact cause of failure. Along the way, we’ll share useful teardown tips, inspection methods, and tricks that any DIYer or technician can learn from.
If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on inside a knocking engine, or why certain Acura and Honda engines develop oil burning issues, this is the video for you.
As always, tips and tricks come standard on every episode.
For Acura Honda Classic Apparels and Merchandises:
acurahondaclassic.com
Tool:
Milwaukee 3/8 Impact Wrench M18 - amzn.to/3pwqkHn
Milwaukee 3/8 Variable Ratchet M12 - amzn.to/3kMRlSm
Milwaukee Magnetic Flood Light - amzn.to/3icv5PP
Milwaukee 1/4 screwdriver M12 - amzn.to/39KuDU
Filming Gears:
Go Pro 11 Black - amzn.to/3Wei62E
DJI Wireless Mics Dual Channel Wireless Microphone System - amzn.to/3Qeser5
GoPro Media Mod - amzn.to/3oc0SnT
GoPro Light Mod - amzn.to/3i77MXR
Canon M50 - amzn.to/3CN2I2L
Canon EOS M Mount Adaptor - amzn.to/2XW7xIp
Canon EF 50mm - amzn.to/2XW7497
Canon EF-M 22mm - amzn.to/3CPN9XV
Canon EF-M 11-22mm - amzn.to/3m1Dx
Fan Mail:
AHC Garage
15757 Pines Blvd
Suite 182
Pembroke Pines
FL 33027
If you have already, please follow us on Instagram to see sneak peaks ahead of time!
Thank you to our exclusive sponsor: Acura of Pembroke Pines
acuraofpembrokepines.com
Follow us on
Instagram: @AcuraHondaClassic
Facebook: Acura Honda Classic
Acura Honda Classic established in 2018, is a group of Acura/Honda enthusiasts set out to bring together the car community through Acura/Honda vehicles of the 80s, 90s and today. We strive hard everyday to "Building Our Community". Follow us on IG @AcuraHondaClassic to stay up to date on our news, events and activities.




![DE5 Hondata Flex Fuel Upgrade | Custom Phearable E85 Tune // 2024 Acura Integra Type-S FL5 (E7)
In this episode of this series, our team will be installing the all-new @HondataInc Flex Fuel System and 1530cc Injectors along with a high-volume Full Race fuel pump kit.
Thanks to @phearable assisting us with all-new Stage 3 Flex Fuel Tune and the result is shocking
TJs Integra Type-S Series:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2M4mvNCP_z6QL-aKNi12nMh1DdP6a3L
Hondata CanFlex Kit:
https://www.phearable.net/fuel-components/flex-fuel/hondata-flex-fuel-kit-11th-2l.html
Hondata 1530cc Injectors:
https://www.phearable.net/fuel-components/fuel-injectors/hondata/hondata-1530cc-injectors.html
Full-Race HPFP Fuel Pump:
https://www.phearable.net/fuel-components/fuel-pumps/full-race-ctr-hpfp.html
Custom Phearable.net Etune:
https://www.phearable.net/tuning-software/etune.html
DE5 Phearable stage 3 flex fuel tune:
https://www.phearable.net/tuning-software/5th-gen-integra/hondata-stage-3-flex-tune-de5.html
FL5 Phearable stage 3 flex fuel tune:
https://www.phearable.net/tuning-software/civic-type-r-fl5/hondata-stage-3-flex-tune-fl5.html
Proram Induction Kit for 2024 Acura Integra Type-S & 2023+ Honda Civic Type R [FL5]:
https://www.twostepperformance.com/products/proram-induction-kit-for-2023-honda-civic-type-r-fl5?sca_ref=7421318.9xgl3GaD7gcaU
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Fan Mail:
AHC Garage
15757 Pines Blvd
Suite 182
Pembroke Pines
FL 33027
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Facebook: Acura Honda Classic
Acura Honda Classic established in 2018, is a group of Acura/Honda enthusiasts set out to bring together the car community through Acura/Honda vehicles of the 80s, 90s and today. We strive hard everyday to Building Our Community. Follow us on IG @AcuraHondaClassic to stay up to date on our news, events and activities. DE5 Hondata Flex Fuel Upgrade | Custom Phearable E85 Tune // 2024 Acura Integra Type-S FL5 (E7)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/I7MlcBVAZmM/mqdefault.jpg)


![600HP Bolt-On Performance Upgrades // 2024 Acura Integra Type-S
In this episode of our build series, we’re taking our 2024 Acura Integra Type-S to the next level! Our team will be showcasing a full list of performance bolt-ons that help push this beast to an insane 600HP. From intake to exhaust, turbo upgrades, and more—watch as we break down each mod and show you the transformation in action
For Acura Honda Classic Apparels and Merchandises:
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APR Radiator Cooling Plates for 2024+ Acura Integra Type S [DE5]:
https://www.twostepperformance.com/products/apr-radiator-cooling-plates-for-2024-acura-integra-type-s-de5?sca_ref=7421318.9xgl3GaD7gcaU
Performance Parts:
APEXi N1-X Evo Extreme Exhaust for 2024+ Acura Integra Type-S [DE5]
https://www.twostepperformance.com/products/apexi-n1-x-evo-extreme-exhaust-for-2024-acura-integra-type-s-de5
PRL Billet Intercooler Upgrade 2023+ Type-R FL5 | 2024+ Integra Type-S
https://www.ahcgarage.com/products/prl-billet-intercooler-upgrade-23-24-type-r-fl5-24-integra-type-s?_pos=4&_fid=a781616fe&_ss=c
PRL Motorsports Intercooler Charge Pipe Upgrade Kit 23-24 Civic Type R FL5 | 2024 Integra Type-S
https://www.ahcgarage.com/products/prl-motorsports-civic-type-r-fl5-intercooler-charge-pipe-upgrade-kit?_pos=5&_fid=a781616fe&_ss=c
RV6 High Temp Catted Downpipe (2023+ Civic Type-R FL5 | 2024+ Integra Type-S):
https://www.twostepperformance.com/products/high-temp-catted-downpipe-for-18-accord-2-0t?sca_ref=7421318.9xgl3GaD7gcaU
RV6 Front Pipe Upgrade for 2023+ Civic Type-R FL5 | 2024+ Integra Type-S
https://www.ahcgarage.com/products/rv6-front-pipe-for-22-civic-type-r-2-0t-fl5?_pos=8&_fid=159b44fd1&_ss=c
Titanium Exhaust Stud Kit (2023+ Civic Type-R FL5 | 2024+ Integra Type-S):
https://www.twostepperformance.com/products/titanium-exhaust-stud-kit-for-honda-1-5t-and-2-0t?sca_ref=7421318.9xgl3GaD7gcaU
27Won Kuro Turbocharger:
https://www.twostepperformance.com/products/turbocharger-upgrade-kuro-for-2017-2021-honda-civic-type-r?sca_ref=7421318.9xgl3GaD7gcaU
Hybrid Racing Short Shifter 22-up Honda Civic Si Sport 1.5T | 22-23 Civic Type-R FL5 | 23+ Acura Integra Type S and A Spec
https://www.ahcgarage.com/products/hybrid-racing-short-shifter-11th-gen-2022-civic-2023-integra?_pos=1&_fid=aaa6b3bcd&_ss=c
Swift Springs Spec-R FOR 2023+ FL5 Civic Type-R | 23+ INTEGRA Type-S
https://www.ahcgarage.com/products/swift-springs-spec-r-for-2023-fl5-civic-type-r-23-integra-type-s?_pos=1&_fid=8236d2c68&_ss=c
Custom Phearable.net Etune:
https://www.phearable.net/tuning-software/etune.html
DE5 Phearable stage 3 flex fuel tune:
https://www.phearable.net/tuning-software/5th-gen-integra/hondata-stage-3-flex-tune-de5.html
FL5 Phearable stage 3 flex fuel tune:
https://www.phearable.net/tuning-software/civic-type-r-fl5/hondata-stage-3-flex-tune-fl5.html
Special Material and Tools:
Medium and Strong Strength Locktight - https://amzn.to/45tDuEx
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Super Clean Multi Surface All Purpose Gunk Remover - https://amzn.to/42JUw0P
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DJI Pocket 3 - https://amzn.to/3y1fbCA
Go Pro 11 Black - https://amzn.to/3Wei62E
DJI Wireless Mics Dual Channel Wireless Microphone System - https://amzn.to/3Qeser5
GoPro Media Mod - https://amzn.to/3oc0SnT
GoPro Light Mod - https://amzn.to/3i77MXR
Canon M50 - https://amzn.to/3CN2I2L
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Canon EF 50mm - https://amzn.to/2XW7497
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Fan Mail:
AHC Garage
15757 Pines Blvd
Suite 182
Pembroke Pines
FL 33027
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Thank you to our exclusive sponsor: Acura of Pembroke Pines
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Follow us on
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Facebook: Acura Honda Classic
Acura Honda Classic established in 2018, is a group of Acura/Honda enthusiasts set out to bring together the car community through Acura/Honda vehicles of the 80s, 90s and today. We strive hard everyday to Building Our Community. Follow us on IG @AcuraHondaClassic to stay up to date on our news, events and activities. 600HP Bolt-On Performance Upgrades // 2024 Acura Integra Type-S](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JPm1fldv2p4/mqdefault.jpg)


