CRX Motor swap

Hey everyone. I have a 1990 CRX DX, and I'm looking into engine swaps. I've decided I want to swap a new engine in to get more power. And I was wondering what was the best chouce for a CRX. Any info, sites, prices, anything would be helpful. I can do all the work myself. I just need to know where and what to get. Thanks.

if you have alot of money then i say go b18c1 but if cash is alittle limited then i say go b16a1. you need to get motor mounts, new axles, i would say buying a new wiring harness, some people like to modify there existing one but i dont like doing that
sorry idk good sites

i also have a 90 crx and would like to throw a b16 in it...
do i need new axles for that conversion or is that only for the HF model...?

i am aware that you need new mounts and a harness but dont you also need a new ECU

whats the b16a rated for power?


thanks i look forward to hearing from all you crx'ers

i think but i am not sure that you use 90-93 integra axles with that same year intermediate shaft, yes you also need a new ecu. i think its the pr3 for b16a1.

b16a1: 160 hp, 111 tq

and the axles that are required are the little 10 long basturds that go to the wheels right

do those cost $$ deluxe or can you find then in Vons in the cereal and bread isle?

i'm still a little foggy as to how the VTEC on then new engine is controlled.... isnt it hydraulically actuated and wouldnt that mean there needs to be a hydraulic actuator too? maybe i just have a view of my colon right now



let me know duders


thanks civickiller

vtec is controlled by the ecu. if you have the si or hf, you use the stock wiring harness on the b16 motor, and run 4 extra wires in order for vtec to work properly. with the 90-93 axles, you need to remove the dust seal in order for them to fit properly.yeah you need the pr3 or pw0 that comes with the jdm b16a.