Matt's n600 rebuild project log

[Matt Timion]

Originally Posted by WisJim

I did take some pics of the N600 next to the Metro (and I think one of it between my son's Honda Civic VX and the Metro), and will have to figure uot where the pics are.

But I have another question--looks like our car needs ball joints--any sources or substitutions for them?

I would contact mike o'connor at http://www.honda600shop.com/ for any parts. There are also a few guys on the west coast if that is where you are that can help you.

[GasSavers_DaX]

Some guy on the lists found that 1993 Hyundai Elantra tie rod ends are VERY similar in size/shape and might be able to work, if those are the ball joints you're talking about.

[WisJim]

Originally Posted by DaX

Some guy on the lists found that 1993 Hyundai Elantra tie rod ends are VERY similar in size/shape and might be able to work, if those are the ball joints you're talking about.

Nope, I need the lower arm ball joints, not the tie rod ends.

[WisJim]

Found a couple of pics of the N600 and the Metro and Civic VX


We were touching up some paint on the N600, that's why there is paper on the window.

[white90crxhf]

Any updates? i love the n600's!

[Matt Timion]

sorry, I actually had to end up selling it in order to pay off some debt recently. I do plan on buying one eventually again... it will just have to wait a while.

[lowestgasprices]

How many miles per gallon?

[moboman]

My 600's engine is almost rebuilt .

[swng]

I have once owned an N600. It was a very practical small car but may not meet today's emission laws in some places.
Reading this thread makes me feel wanting to drive one again.

[FunkAmbassador]

Hey guys,

I am in Dallas, TX. I have a couple of Honda N600 that I purchased a couple of years back (not running) and I will start rebuilding this year. I will be driving one of these cars and the other one will be given to my Mom.

I am not an expert at car mechanics, except for normal maintenance, alternator and starter change. I also helped a friend rebuilding a transmission and engine for a 60's Mustang.

My questions are:
Do you have any recommendations on where to start?
What is the optimal sequence of events to ease frustration and pain?
What must have tools do you recommend?
Part substitutions / easy enhancements which will be a good time to install?

I will document and post the progress to help others. I appreciate your input and hopefully will see you soon @ car shows

The Funk Ambassador