Swap questions?

[sofast]

I have searched and found some info usefull. What i need to know is what motor swap would be most practical for a 90 Civic HB DX? One that will keep cost fair for the HP. Also one that offers enough aftermarket parts to build on and requires minimal to some modification. Im not looking for the cheapest but the most practical.

I will also need write-ups if anyone has them available.

I just picked up a 90 HB today. I am almost finished with the Prelude and will be horking on the Hatch next. Any ideas, cheats, and info you can offer will be awsome. Thanks all

[civickiller]

i say sohc vtec

[Scott82]

A agree, that is what i am about to do to mine. In my opinion you have more options with aftermarket parts and bolt-ons

[kingpinn]

get the d16z6 or d16y8 thats what i would do for a cheap but good swap . or more money but better swap get a b16/b18/b20

[sofast]

Originally Posted by Scott82

A agree, that is what i am about to do to mine. In my opinion you have more options with aftermarket parts and bolt-ons

How much HP difference would there be? And would I spend the same amount on accessories to get to DOHC level.

[FuLL BLown STD]

Nice Prelude man! neways SOHC z6 or y8 be a good swap, i got a z6 and i aint got a prob spanking DOHC.. ehh most ppl claim they dont feel the vtec engagement but i do. But then again i had Chris Rado's shop tune my car just perfect. I will always keep my z6 mini me swap for my next swap. But i know i will fall in love when i get my DOHC installed but wont ever forget my anti shit talking SOHC z6 good luck man

[Scott82]

Depends on who ya know. I plan on going turbo after i make the swap, but to do so i am going to make my own header and fab all the hoses and piping my self and just adapt a turbo i can get my hands on. As far as internals and things like that, you can run across deals on ebay sometimes or there are plenty of websites that offer differ accessories and what not. But i have heard of a guy with a built D16Z6 with a turbo running 14lbs of boost that got between 270 and 275 hp. It was balanced and blueprinted and bored to its entent but it can fly.

[kingpinn]

i have heard of a guy with a built D16Z6 with a turbo running 14lbs of boost that got between 270 and 275 hp. It was balanced and blueprinted and bored to its entent but it can fly.



thats alot of power. that cant be a every day driver is it?

[civickiller]

my friend nate had a sohc vtec with rods and pistons and had stock sleeves but his block was posted. he ran 14psi and made 274whp. he drove it everyday

[sofast]

I dont plan on running at the track. Yet. but want something with potential. I could throw an H22a in and drop $3500 or so into it. But if I can come close with a B18 or whatever and save some cash and time I will do that. Money isnt that big of an issue but everyone likes to save money. That and I have to listen to my girl bitch. LOL. I was leaning toward a dohc but if I can reach some good Hp with a sohc that is also an option.

Can anyone send me in the direction of some write ups for these swaps. My goal is to start ordering parts by the 1st of the month. I have a few weeks of researching.


B20a swap 88 prelude si

[civickiller]

what is your hp goal ?

[sofast]

Originally Posted by civickiller

what is your hp goal ?

Havent thought about a goal. But a motor that will give me oppurtunity to have a goal would be nice. I need to get a motor with decent Hp and available aftermarket parts to build on. Lets do this. If you had a Dx hatch and were trying to keep cost reasonable (not cheap) what would you do? And post some info on write ups friends

[kingpinn]

know h22 if you have that kinda money theres much better swaps out there

[sofast]

Originally Posted by kingpinn

know h22 if you have that kinda money theres much better swaps out there

The bank has that kinda money . lol. They just loan it 2 me. Thats why Im looking for something affordable yet opportunity to build slowly (or better) in the future. If I can find one that has plenty of accessories and decent HP thats enough for me. I cant give an HP goal but would like to burn some rice and break down a few domestics. Being the fastest in town is not an option but would be nice to have them think about messing with my lil civic

[Scott82]

No, not an everyday driver. complete roll cage and one seat. comp stripped inside and he ran 15" slicks in the front and had 14 in treaded tires on the back. Don't know why maybe it helped with handling since the front tires did all the work and the rest followed?