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88Ex-i
08-01-2003, 07:57 AM
Sorry if this has been asked before, but I dont have time to sift through pages of posts, but this question hasnt been important to me until now, but who has done the B16A swap. I'm looking into getting it done for my car, and want to know incase some questions arise. Thnx.....:)
dXsquared
08-01-2003, 08:01 AM
oldschoolswap did it... wickedaccord did it... and some others did B series swaps

Travis
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08-01-2003, 09:35 AM
‹^› ‹(•¿•)› ‹^› = B18c1
OldSchoolSwap = B16a1 & B18c1
WickedAccord = B18c1
88Lxi68 = Ls/vtec
89AccordLvr
08-01-2003, 11:50 AM
‹^› ‹(•¿•)› ‹^›, u said you did a swap how come you never have shown it before or is it just in the startin process
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08-01-2003, 12:48 PM
Originally posted by 89AccordLvr
‹^› ‹(•¿•)› ‹^›, u said you did a swap how come you never have shown it before or is it just in the startin process

Check the off-topic section or my cardomain Acct! '
ghost_ny
08-01-2003, 01:43 PM
I'm in the middle of my B16 swap.
Coroncho80
08-01-2003, 05:50 PM
Originally posted by ghost_ny
I'm in the middle of my B16 swap.


So, that's what you're doing ............ :tongue:
88Ex-i
08-01-2003, 06:22 PM
cool, thanks alot guys..........:)
RobT5580
08-01-2003, 06:47 PM
I went back and forth on the idea of a newer B-Series swap and did buy a B20A instead. I have been working on a B-series swap with a friend that is using all the Place Racing stuff. I will say its not to bad of a swap but do expect to have to play around to get the mounts in properly and the harness is not Plug and Play. So you will need some patience and some help if your not experienced with things. But i must say Juan has been a big help in the whole swap as he has helped a lot on wiring. I even found a mistake in the PRI wiring diagram which Juan did mention but this was before i read that. So anyone planning on one of these swaps plan to spend a bit more time than usual as you will run into some things that require fabrication or modification to work or fit properly.
88Ex-i
08-01-2003, 11:38 PM
Originally posted by RobT5580
I went back and forth on the idea of a newer B-Series swap and did buy a B20A instead. I have been working on a B-series swap with a friend that is using all the Place Racing stuff. I will say its not to bad of a swap but do expect to have to play around to get the mounts in properly and the harness is not Plug and Play. So you will need some patience and some help if your not experienced with things. But i must say Juan has been a big help in the whole swap as he has helped a lot on wiring. I even found a mistake in the PRI wiring diagram which Juan did mention but this was before i read that. So anyone planning on one of these swaps plan to spend a bit more time than usual as you will run into some things that require fabrication or modification to work or fit properly.

which engine is your friend putting in???
3rd gen 89 se-i
08-02-2003, 09:03 PM
what year of B16 swap is it?is it the B16A 88-91?
B16 ED9
08-04-2003, 02:21 AM
the only bad thing about the b16a's is that they have very low torque. but i dont know how that comes into effect with the size of the 3rd gens.

cause i'm runnin the 1st gen b16 in my crx right now, and it doesnt really start pullin till around 4500+
on the plus side, ya got vtec :D
haha, when the vtec hits in the rex you litterally get pushed back into the seat.
but i've also heard that if you slap some civic type r cams in the b16 it helps alot, since the ctr cams have bigger vtec lobes.

so all in all, b16's are probably the best bang for your buck, and since its a b series engine, you have all the interchangeable parts from all the other b series. very fun
OldSchoolSwap
08-04-2003, 01:50 PM
Originally posted by 88Ex-i
Sorry if this has been asked before, but I dont have time to sift through pages of posts, but this question hasnt been important to me until now, but who has done the B16A swap. I'm looking into getting it done for my car, and want to know incase some questions arise. Thnx.....:)
What engine year do you have or are planning to install?

The reason i ask is due to OBD compatability issues and hydro tranny issues that you will face, unless you stick to the first gen JDM pre-obd B16A motor.
88Ex-i
08-04-2003, 05:21 PM
Originally posted by OldSchoolSwap
What engine year do you have or are planning to install?

The reason i ask is due to OBD compatability issues and hydro tranny issues that you will face, unless you stick to the first gen JDM pre-obd B16A motor.

I havent located a motor as of yet. Just trying to get a few paychecks togther before I start seriously looking. Which do you recommend I try and find??? I'm guessing that I will face a bit of trouble going OBD???
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08-04-2003, 05:40 PM
Originally posted by OldSchoolSwap
What engine year do you have or are planning to install?

The reason i ask is due to OBD compatability issues and hydro tranny issues that you will face, unless you stick to the first gen JDM pre-obd B16A motor.

What are OBD compatability Issues?
B16 ED9
08-04-2003, 11:40 PM
1st gen b16a's are obd-0 and cable tranny
2nd gen b16a's are obd-1 and also hydro tranny

the wiring is different between the obd's

plus the cable to hydro conversion would probably be a kick in the ass
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08-05-2003, 08:00 AM
Originally posted by Pimp88Accord
1st gen b16a's are obd-0 and cable tranny
2nd gen b16a's are obd-1 and also hydro tranny

the wiring is different between the obd's

plus the cable to hydro conversion would probably be a kick in the ass

I was Joking :wave:
B16 ED9
08-05-2003, 11:27 AM
:flip:
:lol
OldSchoolSwap
08-05-2003, 02:35 PM
You guys are clowns!


Ok, please read this and it will help you understand what all this "mombo jombo" is all about..... http://3geez.com/showthread.php?s=&postid=247176#post247176

Once your ready for the swap and need parts, i can provide you with all you need including my personal support if you purchase through me :D
OldSchoolSwap
08-06-2003, 07:36 AM
Here's how to shop for an engine..... http://tech.hybridgarage.com/tech/b16/index.html
http://3geez.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=15116
lilhonda17
08-07-2003, 11:54 PM
I have a b16a3 (97 del sol VTEC) in my 86 lx accord... hydro tranny and obd1 converted... did it ALL myself as well as painting the car.
OldSchoolSwap
08-08-2003, 09:11 PM
Lets see........ you claim all this and only 6 posts?

Please back up your statement with pics.
89AccordLvr
08-08-2003, 09:24 PM
u kno he's gonna have to bust that famous line of i dont have a digi cam or i will get pics soon and all of a sudden we dont see nothin from him. I AM HOPING that he embarrasses me and does show pics because thats what id like to see. So please prove me wrong
Coroncho80
08-09-2003, 07:56 AM
Originally posted by 89AccordLvr
u kno he's gonna have to bust that famous line of i dont have a digi cam or i will get pics soon and all of a sudden we dont see nothin from him. I AM HOPING that he embarrasses me and does show pics because thats what id like to see. So please prove me wrong


Im with you there. I just dont get something. If somebody does something like that to a 3g accord, why the hell they dont spend $3.50 xtra to buy a camara and take pics??? That is just so weird.

So, please embarrasse me too and show us some pix. ;)
88Ex-i
08-10-2003, 11:08 PM
k, I've been thinking alot lately and I'm thinking I may go the B18A1 route. I can get that engine for WAY cheaper than B16A and although no vtec, its a great engine to boost power on. I'll still have to find out what engine mounts to use, its still gonna be cheaper going this way.
88LXi68
08-11-2003, 10:45 AM
Still uses place racing mounts
OldSchoolSwap
08-12-2003, 08:53 PM
Originally posted by 88Ex-i
k, I've been thinking alot lately and I'm thinking I may go the B18A1 route. I can get that engine for WAY cheaper than B16A and although no vtec, its a great engine to boost power on. I'll still have to find out what engine mounts to use, its still gonna be cheaper going this way.
Yep, boost is a good idea with that motor.
Please do not hesitate to contact me on the mounts. Like the gentleman above mentioned, you'll still need PRI mounts ;)
OldSchoolSwap
08-17-2003, 09:27 PM
Originally posted by lilhonda17
I have a b16a3 (97 del sol VTEC) in my 86 lx accord... hydro tranny and obd1 converted... did it ALL myself as well as painting the car.
Well, since your not responding... i'll end this conversation with a few tiny words.....


http://a5.cpimg.com/image/59/E1/22418265-6474-01920171-.jpg
88Ex-i
08-17-2003, 09:58 PM
hehe, wow, he's still at 6 posts...........:rolleyes: