B18B1 into D15B7

[guelphdude]

I have been through numerous forums and websites, I just need a simple question answered by someone with experience. I have a '93 Honda Civic LX with a wrecked D15B7 Engine, I want to swap for an Integra B18 (B18B1) Engine. The guides that I have read say it's possible without a problem, others say that it will not hook up properly. Can anyone give me a definite answer as to the ease of this swap, and any problems I may encounter... Or for those who really know what they're talking about, what engine would be best to put in (I'm looking for minimum 150 hp). I have a somewhat limited budget, and any help is appreciated. Thanks.

[snowman2005]

well i dont think anyone knows what u consider hard but heres a link that might help
http://www.c-speedracing.com/howto/b18cswap/swap.php

if u cant put down about 3k for the swap just get a d16 out of an ex from that year

[guelphdude]

Thanks, that site is great. & what I mean by "hard" is that, I want to swap in the best possible engine without 'modding' anything. This is the first time I will be doing this, maybe next time I can go with a bigger project. Still any input at all is much appreciated.

[kicker1_solo]

Originally Posted by guelphdude

I want to swap in the best possible engine without 'modding' anything.

Maybe you should do some more research then....

[~ls/vtec~]

a 94 95 integra motor will plug in

[guelphdude]

Thanks vtec, I bought the 95 Integra engine today & I'll hopefully be installing it this weekend. As for you kicker, thx for your two cents. You are absolutely useless to me, but thanks for taking the time out of your busy day to comment.

[96HondaCivic]

When i was gonna do a b18b1 swap on my 96 civic lx , i read that everything will plug in except the read engine mount , which you have to get from a crv i believe.

[kicker1_solo]

Originally Posted by guelphdude

As for you kicker, thx for your two cents. You are absolutely useless to me, but thanks for taking the time out of your busy day to comment.

well you said

Originally Posted by guelphdude

I want to swap in the best possible engine without 'modding' anything.

and you were talking about swapping in a LS motor, like I said before after reading that quote above, you might want to do some more research.

[~ls/vtec~]

im used to helping the needy. i got friends in town nagging me about car problems all the time

[eckoman_pdx]

Any B-series will drop right into the bay and bolt up. The B18B1 is non-vtec, like your civic, so you won't have to wire the civic for Vtec like you would with a GSR or B16A (though it's not too hard). To answer yuor question, it is about as easy and straightforward as a swap will come, and yes it will fit and work fine.

[Civic_D16Y5]

the b18c1 is the best bet for if u want to go the turbo,,n20, or supercharger path. because of its low compression, but the b18c5 (type rrrrrrr!!!))) that is stock more power but already has a high compression so more is a bad idea. so you could go n/a

[eckoman_pdx]

Originally Posted by Civic_D16Y5

the b18c1 is the best bet for if u want to go the turbo,,n20, or supercharger path. because of its low compression, but the b18c5 (type rrrrrrr!!!))) that is stock more power but already has a high compression so more is a bad idea. so you could go n/a

The LS (B18B1 has a lower c/r than the GSR, 9.2:1 to 10.0:1. It can generally handle more boost on a stock block if tuned properly than a GSR can, 12psi to around 8psi. In general, most people consider it the best stock honda motor for boost. Use the search function and you'll find much more info. There are mahy threads on AF about this.

[guelphdude]

Thanks for your posts / Info. however, I bought the B18B1, the wiring is the same, however:

- one mount is different
- It does NOT bolt up to the trannie
- you need the proper ECU
- & more crap... swap is not as easy as it sounds.

Final Descision -> I put a newer D16B7 in. I'll have to get a faster car later.

[~ls/vtec~]

im about to do my swap. the hardest thing is the wiring. im trying to wire up an obd1 engine into an obd2a car. the rest is easier than baking cookies

[guelphdude]

Easier than baking cookies if you have the $$$ & the resources to buy & get parts.