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#1
07-27-2003, 07:17 PM
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Newbie Need Help!
well as you all know i'm a newbie
and i know i can look in other threads for this type of help but i'd prefer if you could help me in my own thread hope its not much of a hassle for you guys thx ahead well i might get a used civic 95-98 sedan say i get a non vtec model like dx or lx etc.. can i put a vtec engine in?? if so what would i need to do? also whats a good vtec engine to put in my car? i don't wanna turbo i want a reliable all engine car daily driver also if it isn't to much to ask can i get a list of vtec engine that would be easy to swap in? 
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07-27-2003, 09:54 PM
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i'm biased.....
 i see alot of b-series swapped into that style of civic.... so it must not to too much $$$ so what you looking to spend?? you can get a b16(~160hp@fly) for ~$1000 or you can get a b18c1(~180hp@fly) for ~$3000 others????
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07-27-2003, 09:55 PM
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are those vtec?
i guess i can spend in the 1-3k price range for an engine
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07-27-2003, 09:58 PM
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how much torque do each of them have?
and which one would u say is better? thx a lot for the help 
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07-27-2003, 10:03 PM
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i'm going to say the b18c1 is better because i own one!! lol
anyway.. the b16= ~111ft-lbs torque the b18c=~128 ft-lbs torquehere's an example ...but there are so many other places....just have to look!
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07-27-2003, 10:06 PM
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how fast is your 0-60? how fast would mine be?
can that engine fit in a 96-00 ex sedan? if i bought the complete swap thing would i need anythign extra? like sleeves suspension?
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07-27-2003, 10:16 PM
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my best 60 ft. was a 2.4
that's bone stock, and my first time racing.... but with some bfg drag radials, you can get that down to 2 seconds now you'd have this motor in a car that is 200lbs lighter... that link above... has the b18c1 swap for $3100 and here's the quote from their site "Complete changeover package. Engine, transmission, mounts, axles, engine accessories, linkage, ECU, wiring, and all manifolds. Optional LSD transmission. Direct bolt in for 92-95 Civic, 94-01 Integra. Semi-direct bolt in for 96+ Civics. Will bolt into 88-91 Civics and 91-93 Integras with proper engine mount kit." suspension?? i'd plan on upgrading that anyway.... ~$300 for some coilovers and ~$300 for struts....
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07-27-2003, 10:21 PM
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thanks alot
whats "LSD transmission" i'm a real newb when it comes to this lol "Semi-direct bolt in for 96+ Civics" - does this mean it will be difficult to do the swap? how much time does it take you to get to 60mph? also if it isn't to much to ask how much do you think it be for me to get the engine put in?
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07-27-2003, 10:32 PM
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Limited Slip Differential
its basically like posi-traction for front wheel drive... prevents torque steer, which will happen with this motor!! swap shouldn't be 'difficult', may just have to buy a mounting kit(again...relatively cheap) here's a good place for them... http://www.hasport.com/ 0-60 takes approx. 7 seconds in my car... i've never done a swap... but if you are gonna have it done at a shop... then expect to pay at least $60/hour for the job... basically, i'd have another $1000 saved up for the install if you are not doing it yourself or getting hooked up... hth
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07-27-2003, 10:40 PM
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hmm so i better save up 4k
do you know anything about bodykits? and if i do get one i should get rims before i get a bodykit right? about how much do rims go for? how fast is your quarter mile? stock? thx ahead i might have to just go with the b16
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07-27-2003, 10:42 PM
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also what all would you fix on your car like suspension? brakes? exhaust? cold air intake?
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07-27-2003, 10:43 PM
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i've got all that except brakes.....not a bad idea... add that to the list...LOL
suspension is not installed tho...  i have skunk2 coilovers, and kyb agx adjustable struts...
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07-27-2003, 10:45 PM
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would i need a new exhaust system?
about what size rims would i need? how fast was your qtr mile? stock if you remember would a body kit add a considerable amount of weight? lol do you have aim or something so we could communicate much easier?
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07-27-2003, 10:51 PM
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ya... new exhaust....
jdm 4-1 header $400 2.5 inch cat $175 then exhaust of your choice... $300-$500 i personally would never put anything over 16 inch wheels on any honda powered car... 15's are fine! MY stock quarter mile was 15.8...(i beat a mustang GT  )the car itself is a 15.5 second car... and i've seen people hit LOW 15's in stock gs-r's (15.2 - 15.3) haha...no shit....i do have aim( see the little "AIM buddy" below!!)....i'm cool with this tho..... i'm just doin shit around the house, and checking back at the comp. now and then.. (just got done cleanin' the grill  )
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