Good luck on the swap dude, subscribed. I’m in the process of trying to find a B series (ls block with gsr head) to put in my 97 coupe. The car looks super clean for 400k miles!
It's in really great shape for the mileage it has! I plan on doing a video soon going over the entire car and it's history and that will give people a better look at it for sure.
You are correct about ls/vtec vs b20v. And ls would be any non vtec b18 bottom end with a vtec head aka the bottom end that came in Integra ls models. No ls came with a b20. The b20v has also been known as the bfrankenstein but that has gone away the last several years.
@@xxkillerjoker3496 for either ls/vtec or b20v it's the best of both worlds. Price and availability of ls engine $500ish vs $2500 minimum. Then with a built vtec head can Rev to 9000rpm plus have the benefits of the variable cams. Even non built it's higher revving, more tuneable, and has better top end power. Stock to stock probably not worth the $$$ but once you start modifying the ability to breathe becomes a force multiplier. Now b20v has pluses and minuses stock. More displacement=better low end torque but they are more prone to cylinder wall failure, but a built b20 block with vtec head can be a 300+hp all motor or a ton more with a turbo build.
building an engine is gonna be more expensive then 2k. i would't over do the power goals on a b20 vtec mainly because of the cylinder walls. they tend to crack from detonation and overheating. and if you're planning on spinning this over 7500 rpm's your going to at least want to get some arp rod bolts and some dual valve springs. the factory rod bolts will eventually fail. but overall, they are fun engines when built right. im in the process of building a b20 vtec as well.
Already have a B16a2 head, dual valve springs, LMAs, ARP rod bolts and will be ordering new bearings and rings soon. I don’t plan on beating the crap out of it at all. I’m aware of the limitations for sure.
@@OldieProductions have a machine shop inspect and measure clearances before ordering rod/crank bearings, pistons and other parts of the rotating assembly
Thing about LSVtec with big pistons and racing rods and arp crank bolts you can make 800 wheel with it especially big turbo but id rather hit 300 or 400 since mines a street car also ls blocks from a 90 to 93 integra is the same as the 94 to 2000 integras
nah you good it's b20vtec we say b20v for short because the block comes out of a honda crv and LSvtec because the non vtec is from the Acura integra LS and we take the LS name calling it a LSVtec because the Block originally doesn't come with a Vtec Head
Lsv, b20v same shit different block. “Proper” term i guess u could say is b20v haha. Also, thr b16 cams will possibly hold u back on power a bit, look for gsr/type r cams
That’s kind of where my head was at on it but I know how some people can be with terminology. I’m not looking to build a crazy high horsepower engine by any means, just something peppy and fun that still gets great gas mileage. As of right now I’m shooting for a b16 head and transmission but it really all depends on what deals pop up on marketplace!
Good luck with the swap dude. Check out HUNTERTUNED and Youngstatic YT channels from 2018/19 for more information on this swap, they should have playlists, I'll try to link them if I can.
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That car is clean So the parts you need are axles,shift linkage,mounts,p28 or s300 you can use the same engine harness for the swap
So if you dont mind me asking i can use my d16y8 harness on b20 vtec if i get a hondata?
@@GilbertJulioShwazyyes, use the harness that came with the car. you may have to swap or extend a couple connectors
I’m trying to get a 97 EX.. can any b20 fit.. It’s always my first b series project car.
I have a b20v in my ek hatch and I made 187whp with a stock high comp bottom end and a b16 head with itr cams. ($1500 invested in the motor)
Very nice. I’ll be shooting for 200whp with mine. A few bottom end and top end upgrades should do the trick.
I put a $10,000 EK9 Type R engine in a 96 Hatch I bought for $400, no regrets
It just makes sense with Hondas!
@@OldieProductions since I plan on keeping the car I didn't mind
Good luck on the swap dude, subscribed. I’m in the process of trying to find a B series (ls block with gsr head) to put in my 97 coupe. The car looks super clean for 400k miles!
It's in really great shape for the mileage it has! I plan on doing a video soon going over the entire car and it's history and that will give people a better look at it for sure.
Please, I need help. I have a 2000 honda Civic ex with a similar swap, and ecu won't communicate
You are correct about ls/vtec vs b20v. And ls would be any non vtec b18 bottom end with a vtec head aka the bottom end that came in Integra ls models. No ls came with a b20. The b20v has also been known as the bfrankenstein but that has gone away the last several years.
what is the point of doing this though?
why not just grab a non vtec or vtec motor
@@xxkillerjoker3496 for either ls/vtec or b20v it's the best of both worlds. Price and availability of ls engine $500ish vs $2500 minimum. Then with a built vtec head can Rev to 9000rpm plus have the benefits of the variable cams. Even non built it's higher revving, more tuneable, and has better top end power. Stock to stock probably not worth the $$$ but once you start modifying the ability to breathe becomes a force multiplier. Now b20v has pluses and minuses stock. More displacement=better low end torque but they are more prone to cylinder wall failure, but a built b20 block with vtec head can be a 300+hp all motor or a ton more with a turbo build.
building an engine is gonna be more expensive then 2k. i would't over do the power goals on a b20 vtec mainly because of the cylinder walls. they tend to crack from detonation and overheating. and if you're planning on spinning this over 7500 rpm's your going to at least want to get some arp rod bolts and some dual valve springs. the factory rod bolts will eventually fail. but overall, they are fun engines when built right. im in the process of building a b20 vtec as well.
Already have a B16a2 head, dual valve springs, LMAs, ARP rod bolts and will be ordering new bearings and rings soon. I don’t plan on beating the crap out of it at all. I’m aware of the limitations for sure.
@@OldieProductions have a machine shop inspect and measure clearances before ordering rod/crank bearings, pistons and other parts of the rotating assembly
@@bryanlarrea2867 Already done. Not my first time building an engine, but I appreciate the concern.
What ecu should i run if i b20 in my 1999 honda civic ex just to daily again its been sitting cause i havent had time to check it out
Whens the next update im wanting to swap my d16 out for the b20
Soon. Working on a big video with another car right now.
Wen you talk down on a Honda Civic specially price wise.
Everyone thinks that that's the price of all civics.
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Need help with my 2000 ecu won't communicate
Thing about LSVtec with big pistons and racing rods and arp crank bolts you can make 800 wheel with it especially big turbo but id rather hit 300 or 400 since mines a street car also ls blocks from a 90 to 93 integra is the same as the 94 to 2000 integras
any updates?
Keep us updated where you have accomplished. good luck. subed... loging forward to swap my b16 vtec with something high performace
Plenty of updates to come in the future!
If you can make it fast that would be good, and get a ls transmission if you want a hi hp car
nah you good it's b20vtec we say b20v for short because the block comes out of a honda crv and LSvtec because the non vtec is from the Acura integra LS and we take the LS name calling it a LSVtec because the Block originally doesn't come with a Vtec Head
They say lsv because it's a ls b18 block w. Vtec head since your block is a b20 w. A vtec head it's a b20v.
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Lsv, b20v same shit different block. “Proper” term i guess u could say is b20v haha. Also, thr b16 cams will possibly hold u back on power a bit, look for gsr/type r cams
That’s kind of where my head was at on it but I know how some people can be with terminology. I’m not looking to build a crazy high horsepower engine by any means, just something peppy and fun that still gets great gas mileage. As of right now I’m shooting for a b16 head and transmission but it really all depends on what deals pop up on marketplace!
@@OldieProductions b20v will definitely be a fun car, and good move with the b16 trans. Makes a world of a difference
I need help my 2000 honda civic ex same swap ecu won't communicate
Good luck with the swap dude.
Check out HUNTERTUNED and Youngstatic YT channels from 2018/19 for more information on this swap, they should have playlists, I'll try to link them if I can.
YoungStatic is a legend. Super knowledgeable guy and I love his videos.