With the stroke of a ls an vtec head you get more power but theres a few things you have to do to make good reliable hp. Since you mentioned labor i assume you are not doing the work yourself. B16b18 vtec head rebuild low budget edition duration. Some b18bs had the same cams as b18a and will not have the 75 stamping. My question is am i going to get more horsepower from the stock b18c or from putting the vtec head on my b18b1, i know the compression ratios are different on them both but would i have higher or lower compression. New, used and oem automotive parts large inventory great prices. The head gasket on my 90 civic dx has started to go bad. I just don t know or can make up my mind on a manual or automatic transmission. The nonvtec b18s are essentially the same thing as the b20, just with smaller cylinders. Profab designs brings you the vtec conversion dowels that make cylinder head swaps a snap. Arp 2084302 cylinder head stud kit non vtec b18a1 b18b1 ls engine b20b4 b20z2.
The b18b1 became a popular engine swap candidate, often referred as an. Golden eagle adjustable cam gears honda b16b18 dohc and. Black conversion kit sandwich adapter plate for vtec head swap to ls b20 engine. Also you can choose to have the shop weld the passage instead of tapping it yourself. Dec 05, 2009 okay so theres a guy who has a head for sale and he says its a b20 head but idk much about the internals in honda motors. With so many different honda ecu part numbers and interchangeability, the proper planning can really help you save time and money if you own a honda civic and want to modify it, you. Can you convert a non vtec b18b1 stock engine from a 94 integra rs to have vtec. P30 pistons scat connecting rods b18b1 b18a1 ls vtec 81mm. Jul 28, 2011 hi,i have the opportunity to purchase a b18b block for quite a cheap price so i considered combing this block with my b16a head so essentially i would have an 1800.
Ive also heard that the b18b1 block isnt built for the high reving of a vtec conversion. The largest are the later model b18b1 cams with 75 stamped on the cams. That is heavy but will work for traction on the dirt i run on. Arp 2084303 head stud kit acura integra gsr b18c1 b18c5 ls vtec b20 vtec fits. Please note the oil supply hole in head must still be tapped and plugged we offer the kit with plugs for that below. The b18 however, is available in both vtec b18c and nonvtec forms b18ab. Hey guys i stumbled onto a hell of a deal on a complete b18c motor ecu and all. Ls vtec is nice i had one and a hicomp itr honestly the ls vtec can keep up until the itr takes over in revs. Some mechanic my talk you into drilling the block in order to create an extra oil supply. I have fully built lsvtec compleate swap for an eg. Techtips an introduction to the honda bseries engine. Editor bob revisits the ls vtec head swap, hanging with the crew at pro. Ha motorsports custom basemap programmed chip crome.
Used a b18b1 non vtec block an matted it with a b16a vtec head which is called a ls vtec. How to install the big 3 upgrade improve your vehicles electrical charging system car audio duration. Head swapping usually includes getting a nonvtec block b18b, d15b and taking the entire cylinder head assembly from a vtec enabled block b18c1, d16z6 and swapping it onto the nonvtec block. Ok, ive been searching alot as of late on the b20 swap for my da. Buy brand new vtec oil pressure switch and vtec solenoid. Whether you are planning a honda engine swap or planning a turbo vtec build, you need to pick the right honda ecu. I love the car and all, but i wanna put a vtec head on it. I have a b18b1 with turbo 255 high flow fuel pump with 440 rc injectors stock internals.
If you are ordering a basemap for a nonvtec engine, please select no vtec. Just pistons and crower stage 2 and bolts ons with a tune under 1k but he had a ls already. In this video i install arp head studs, supertech valvtrain, and put the. Exact stock 3g and b18 camshaft specifications page. Dec 26, 2007 reason being, the b18b1 has no oil squirters in the block where as the gsrtype r motor does the b18b1 head does not flow very well at all, a vtec head flows significantly better. You will use a little more gas, especially at higher rpms when vtec kicks in.
The block is a b18a1 head is a b16a2, i have a blox intake manifold 70mm throttle body, rc 440 injectors, aem high flow fuel rail, and aem adjustable regulator. But if i do the dohc head i have to weigh like 2500 lbs. When using the bottom end from a b20 crv motor, you get both the torque of a larger motor with the highend power of a b18c. Honda b18a1 b18b1 block with b18c1 gsr b18c5 type r vtec head. Effectively giving the nonvtec block vtec capabilities just like his older brothers. B18ab with b16a cylinder head lsvtec swap honda b20b4 block with b16a vtec head.
Turbo kit for 9401 integra dc1 dc2 dc4 typer with b dohc vtec engine ac ps. Arp 2084302 cylinder head stud kit nonvtec b18a1 b18b1 ls engine b20b4 b20z2. Aug 19, 2010 the valves are whats bigger than normal lss the intake valves are 33mm like vtec valves. Jdm b18c gsr swap complete, 5 speed non lsd transmission, ecu our jdm b18c gsr swaps motors comes with a 100% start up warranty, all sensors guarante today is give us a call. Fully built b18b1 turbo stock sleeves with a precision 6262 turbo on the dyno duration. Honda, acura performance head packages swapshopracing.
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What is the difference between an integra ls and gsr. I dont think there are any differences with the b18a1 head and b18b1 head except for a small change in one of the cams. In all the threads i searched, someone always says that the b18 head flows better than the b20, or to use b18 cams because they are more aggressive than those of the b20. If its not, you may need to have a machine shop resurface the head until you get a completely flat surface. Arp 2084306 cylinder head stud kit b20b with b16a head b20. All of this setup is being run off a p28 hondata s3000 ecu. These motors are often called hybrid or frankenstein motors. Lsvtec head swap still the one it became a staple motor for the honda speed freak because of its relative simplicity. All of the b20s are nonvtec from the factory, so youd have to swap a vtec head onto the block in order to have 2liter vtec engine. Arp undercut head stud kit honda b20bb18a with b16a head lsvtec 2084306. If you add a block girdle then taking it to 8000rpm should be no problem. Jdm honda ap1 s2000 f20c dohc vtec engine swap with. Need an easy way to save a photo session with a headswap.
Reason being, the b18b1 has no oil squirters in the block where as the gsrtype r motor does the b18b1 head does not flow very well at all, a vtec head flows significantly better. You can choose any shop you trust, but make sure they are familiar with performance honda heads and not just domestics. Effectively giving the non vtec block vtec capabilities just like his older brothers. Simply insert the dowels and install the new vtec head on your lsb20 block.
With the stroke of a ls an vtec head you get more power but theres a. Cxracing turbo kit for 9401 integra dc1 dc2 dc4 typer with b dohc vtec engine. Can you convert a nonvtec b18b1 stock engine from a 94 integra rs to have vtec. My question is am i going to get more horsepower from the stock b18c or from putting the vtec head on my b18b1, i know the compression ratios are different on them both but would i. Honda b18a1 block with b16a vtec head honda b18b1 block with b16a vtec head honda b18b1 block with b18c1 gsr b18c5 type r vtec head honda b18a1 block with b18c1. I read that if i replace the pistons that my block will be able to handle the high reving what all would i have to do to have a steady safe. An lsvtec motor combines the bottom end of a nonvtec bseries motor with a dohc vtec head.
Ive also heard that the b18b1 block isnt built for the high reving of a vtec. I find your knowledge on honda computer s very helpfulnow i know ive discuss this k24 engine swap im doing i have a question. Its for sale but would prefer a trade for a k20 swap for an eg. They get this name because they take parts from various motors, and. I just want to know what i should do to make it go as smooth as possible. If you have swapped a vtec engine there are many reasons why you could use our honda ecu list. The valves are whats bigger than normal lss the intake valves are 33mm like vtec valves. Exactly what i needed for my vtec head swap on my 91 ef civic. Be sure you have an experienced mechanic do the work. The b16 block is physically 8mm shorter than the b18ab18b block resulting in the.
Mar 07, 2009 hey guys i stumbled onto a hell of a deal on a complete b18c motor ecu and all. B18b1 vtec conversion car forums and automotive chat. I have compared them myself and have a modified b18b1 75 intake cam from a 00 integra. How to build an lsvtec frankenstein motor axleaddict. Exact stock 3g and b18 camshaft specifications honda.
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