1983 Honda Prelude Engine Parts

This table covers the camshafts that open the valves. Read more

One part is listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude — TOPLINE CAMH15.

This table covers the Camshaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

One part is listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude — DURA-BOND HA1.

This table covers the seals at each camshaft end. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

14 Camshaft Seal parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 12 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 9 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO TCS45620.

This table covers the connecting rods between each piston and the crankshaft. Read more

One part is listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude — TOPLINE CRH15.

This table covers the bearings in the connecting-rod big ends. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

12 Connecting Rod Bearing parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from KING ENGINE BEARINGS, MAHLE / CLEVITE, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 2 other brands. MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1353H carries the "Popular" badge.

In the High Performance grade, KING ENGINE BEARINGS and MAHLE / CLEVITE supply 6 parts: engineered beyond original-equipment specification. A representative part number is MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1353H.

The Standard Replacement section lists 6 options from MAHLE / CLEVITE, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, KING ENGINE BEARINGS and 2 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1353P is listed in this group.

This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

3 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from AJUSA, APEX and TOPLINE.

Part numbers include AJUSA 54036200, APEX ACS1007 and TOPLINE CBSH15.

This table covers the main bearings that support the crankshaft in the block. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

6 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 4 brands — KING ENGINE BEARINGS, TOPLINE, BECK/ARNLEY and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5168AM.

The High Performance section: 1 option from KING ENGINE BEARINGS. KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5168XP is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from TOPLINE, KING ENGINE BEARINGS, BECK/ARNLEY and 1 other brand. A representative part number is KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5168AM.

Part numbers include KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5168AM, KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5168XP and TOPLINE TWH12, among others listed above.

This table covers the sleeves used to restore a grooved crankshaft seal surface. Read more

8 Crankshaft Repair Sleeve parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 6 brands — BCA, WJB / INMOTION PARTS, NATIONAL and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is BCA NS99315.

This group includes BCA NS99315, NATIONAL 99139 and BCA NS99139 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

22 Crankshaft Seal parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 14 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO, NATIONAL and 11 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX ABS100.

This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Cylinder Head Gasket parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from FEL-PRO, APEX, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO 9233PT carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes FEL-PRO 9233PT, APEX AHG107 and BECK/ARNLEY 0351800 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

5 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from APEX, AJUSA, FEL-PRO and 2 other brands. APEX AHS1007 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: APEX AHS1007, AJUSA 52128200 and FEL-PRO HS9233PT1, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Cylinder Head Spacer shims. Read more

One part is listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude — SBI 2302038.

This table covers the block heaters that warm the coolant or oil in cold weather. Read more

This group shows a single part: KAT'S HEATERS 11411.

This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

4 Engine Kit Gasket Set parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from AJUSA, APEX, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 1 other brand.

This group includes AJUSA 50142200, APEX AFS1007 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0900925 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the exhaust valves that let combustion gas out of the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

3 Exhaust Valve parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 3 brands — QUALCAST, SBI and TOPLINE.

This group includes QUALCAST 1010193, SBI 10193 and TOPLINE EVH15.

This table covers the Expansion plugs. Typical signs include a leak at the drain or glow-plug hole, or a plug that has rounded off. Replace the crush washer and torque to the spec in the notes. Read more

8 Expansion Plug parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from PIONEER, QUALCAST, MELLING and 1 other brand. PIONEER PE189B carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes PIONEER PE189B, QUALCAST 97110B and MELLING MPE189R and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

4 Intake Manifold Gasket parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from AJUSA, APEX, CORTECO and 1 other brand.

This group includes AJUSA 13036700, APEX AMS1070 and CORTECO 23489 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the intake valves that let air (and fuel, on port-injected engines) into the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

5 Intake Valve parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 5 brands — MELLING, QUALCAST, SBI and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MELLING V5192.

Part numbers include MELLING V5192, QUALCAST 1010192 and SBI 10192, among others listed above.

This table covers the mounts that hold the engine to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

8 Motor Mount parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 4 brands — ANCHOR, WESTAR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is ANCHOR 8014.

Listed part numbers: ANCHOR 8014, WESTAR EM8014 and ANCHOR 8031, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the engine oils listed by grade and specification for this engine. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking after a long interval, or oil that has gone thin and black well before the next service. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes (and on the filler cap). The tables group grades — they are not interchangeable. Read more

22 Oil parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 2 brands — MOBIL and VALVOLINE. The "Popular" part is MOBIL 125195.

The Conventional section lists 2 options from VALVOLINE — grouped under the catalog's "Conventional" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. VALVOLINE 797671 is listed in this group.

The Full Synthetic section lists 8 options from MOBIL — full-synthetic oils. MOBIL 125195 is listed in this group.

In the High Mileage (>75,000 Miles) grade, MOBIL and VALVOLINE supply 9 parts: oils grouped for high-mileage engines. A representative part number is MOBIL 125202.

The Synthetic Blend section lists 3 options from MOBIL — synthetic-blend oils. MOBIL 124406 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Oil Cooler Mounting kits. Read more

HAYDEN supplies both parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude.

Part numbers include HAYDEN 238 and HAYDEN 153.

This table covers the drain plugs in the oil pan. Read more

10 Oil Drain Plug parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 4 brands — DORMAN, ELRING, AGS and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is AGS ODP00007.

In the Piggyback grade, DORMAN supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Piggyback" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is DORMAN 65229.

In the Twist Drain grade, DORMAN supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Twist Drain" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is DORMAN 092020.

In the Universal grade, DORMAN supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Universal" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is DORMAN 65102.

7 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

This table covers the crush washers and gaskets under the oil drain plug. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Oil Drain Plug Gasket parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from DORMAN, AJUSA, ELRING and 1 other brand. DORMAN 095144 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include DORMAN 095144, AJUSA 22007400 and DORMAN 095023, among others listed above.

This table covers the caps on the oil filler neck. Read more

3 Oil Filler Cap parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 3 brands — GATES, MOTORAD and SKP.

Part numbers include GATES 31109, MOTORAD MO81 and SKP SKMO81.

This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive. Read more

16 Oil Filter parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 13 brands — BOSCH, VARIOUS MFR, WIX and 10 other brands. The "Popular" part is WIX 51334XP.

The Economy section lists 5 options from BOSCH, FRAM, FVP and 2 other brands — the catalog's value-priced group. BOSCH 72228WS is listed in this group.

The High Performance / Heavy Duty section lists 2 options from WIX and MOBIL — grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. WIX 51334XP is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 9 parts, from BOSCH, DENSO, WIX and 6 other brands. A representative part number is BOSCH 3312.

This table covers the oil pans that hold the engine's oil sump. Read more

5 Oil Pan parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from LILAND GLOBAL, ATP, DORMAN and 2 other brands. LILAND GLOBAL IHOP01A carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: LILAND GLOBAL IHOP01A, ATP 103037 and DORMAN 264400, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

4 Oil Pan Gasket parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 4 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand.

This group includes APEX AOP107, FEL-PRO OS30469R and MAHLE / CLEVITE OS30599 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Oil pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit. Read more

5 Oil Pump parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 4 brands — ENGINETECH, SKP, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is SKP SKPM150.

The Economy section: 2 options from SKP and ENGINETECH. SKP SKPM150 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from ENGINETECH, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and TOPLINE. A representative part number is ENGINETECH EP150.

Listed part numbers: SKP SKPM150, ENGINETECH EPK128 and ENGINETECH EP150, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Oil Pump. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

One part is listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude — BECK/ARNLEY 0396323.

This table covers the rings that seal each piston to the cylinder wall. Read more

One part is listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude — TOPLINE RSH15.

This table covers the Thrust washers. Read more

3 Thrust Washer parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 2 brands — KING ENGINE BEARINGS and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

This group includes KING ENGINE BEARINGS TW152AM, KING ENGINE BEARINGS TW110AM and MAHLE / CLEVITE TW327S.

This table covers the Timing belts. Typical signs include squeal on cold start, cracked ribs, or glazing. Spin the tensioner and idlers by hand while the belt is off. Read more

9 Timing Belt parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from CONTINENTAL, DAYCO, BANDO and 4 other brands. CONTINENTAL T160 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: CONTINENTAL T160, DAYCO 95160 and BANDO TB094, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Timing Belt & component kits. Read more

5 Timing Belt & Component Kit parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 4 brands — GMB, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS ITM160.

This group includes ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS ITM160 and ACDELCO TCK160 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Timing Belt pulleys. Typical signs include a growl or chirp that follows engine speed, or a pulley that will not spin freely by hand. Spin each pulley with the belt off. Roughness or play means replace it with the belt. Read more

2 Timing Belt Pulley parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from BECK/ARNLEY.

Part numbers include BECK/ARNLEY 0513860 and BECK/ARNLEY 0513954.

This table covers the Timing Belt tensioners. Typical signs include belt flutter, a chirp that returns after a new belt, or an arm that no longer damps. Replace the tensioner with the belt at higher mileage. Read more

5 Timing Belt Tensioner parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 5 brands — S.A. GEAR, ACDELCO, DAYCO and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is S.A. GEAR 9163.

Part numbers include S.A. GEAR 9163, ACDELCO T41012 and DAYCO 84025, among others listed above.

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Timing Cover seal surface. Read more

This group shows a single part: SKF 99138.

This table covers the seals at the Timing Cover. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

4 Timing Cover Seal parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 4 brands — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, MAHLE / CLEVITE, SKF and 1 other brand.

This group includes ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 1500900, MAHLE / CLEVITE 66908 and SKF 14125 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Torque Strut bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

4 Torque Strut Bushing parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 2 brands — DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and PIONEER.

Listed part numbers: DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A6535, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A6536 and PIONEER 632817, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Torque Strut mounts. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

5 Torque Strut Mount parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from WESTAR, ANCHOR and PIONEER. WESTAR EM8614 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: WESTAR EM8614, ANCHOR 8615 and ANCHOR 8614, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

9 Valve Cover Gasket parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 7 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO VS50394R.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO VS50394R, MAHLE / CLEVITE VS50023 and AJUSA 56015800, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Valve Cover grommets. Read more

5 Valve Cover Grommet parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO ES70337.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO ES70337, APEX AES100 and BECK/ARNLEY 0396607, among others listed above.

This table covers the pressed-in bronze and cast-iron guides that align valve stems. Typical signs include oil smoke on startup, a guide that has gone oval, or a valve that no longer seats quietly. Guides are a machine-shop fit. Confirm stem diameter in the notes before ordering. Read more

8 Valve Guide parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 4 brands — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, QUALCAST, TOPLINE and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is QUALCAST 307830.

Part numbers include QUALCAST 307830, TOPLINE IVGH3 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VG979CI, among others listed above.

This table covers the Valve seats. Read more

3 Valve Seat parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from DURA-BOND, QUALCAST and SBI.

Listed part numbers: DURA-BOND 30562, QUALCAST 21150069 and SBI SB131256.

This table covers the springs that close each intake and exhaust valve. Typical signs include a sagging corner, a broken coil, or a clunk from the spring pocket. Replace springs in axle pairs and inspect the seats. Read more

One part is listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude — SEALED POWER VS838.

This table covers the keepers that lock each valve-spring retainer to the stem. Read more

3 Valve Spring Retainer Keeper parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from PIONEER and SBI.

Listed part numbers: PIONEER PF227, PIONEER PF235 and SBI 1211054.

This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

10 Valve Stem Seal parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 7 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, TOPLINE and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO SS72615.