88 CRX si swap

[sciolist]

I'm contemplating an engine swap for my 88 CRX si. I'm looking for a dramatic improvement in recreational driving, but I'm not going to race the car. Some low end would be nice. I also don't want to compromise the car's reliability.

It looks like the B16a would be a good way to go. What other options are there? Is there any way to insure that the new engine will be in good condition? Does anyone know of a shop in Oregon that does good work on this kind of swap?

Any help would be greatly apprciated. Thanks very much.

[Fishcat37]

If you're looking for low end torque...then the B16 isn't your best bet. It only has 111ft/lbs....it's enough to get a crx around in traffic-but it isn't anything to write home about either Probably your best bet would be to swap in a B20Z (has 146hp and 143ft./lbs. of torque)or a B20B (126hp & 133ft./lbs of torque)out of a CRV w/ a YS1,Y1,J1, or S1 trans. You will need to replace the intake manifold w/ a b16 or b18a/b integra one to clear your hood. You also will need a mounting kit from placeracing, hasport, hcp, etc. Just my $.02 tho

[BILLIE JEAN]

if you just want low end i would go with a b18a/b or b20 also. you will want more power later. everyone does. just go with a gsr 1.8 dohc v-tec. but it is a little more loot. good luck

[Tominos]

try redline performance. i heard they do alot of swaps, and they have pretty good prices compared to the other shops. fasttrack does swaps too but i think its a bit more.