Terremotico
02-14-2006, 04:25 PM
So, let me get this straight.
I just read this thread:
http://www.3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=90
If I understood right I can use a b18 or b20 engine like those found on late model acuras and even on the CRV. I read in other threads that I will need some engine supports and new axles but that those are also sold by someone already. Transmission is also required but they say I can use a transmission from a civic 4Gen Y1. That means that the transmission of a civic fits a engine of a CRV?
Is that correct or I am smoking green?
If that is the case I just may do a swap. I can get a very low mileage (60K miles) CRV 2000 engine for less than $500 (no kidding). Support for the engine$700, transmission from civic $400, axles $400, other smaller parts $500.
Does it seem realistic? I am tempeted to drive my old accord to a cliff because of the problems with idle and starting. However to get a newer honda with a reliability of a 2000 is going to cost several grand. Now if for $2500 I could get the old accord airborne with 146 HP and 133 lb/ft. Being a newer engine probably very reliable for a long time too. My grand children may learn to drive on that thing.
What do you guys think. Am I missing something?
Terre.
I just read this thread:
http://www.3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=90
If I understood right I can use a b18 or b20 engine like those found on late model acuras and even on the CRV. I read in other threads that I will need some engine supports and new axles but that those are also sold by someone already. Transmission is also required but they say I can use a transmission from a civic 4Gen Y1. That means that the transmission of a civic fits a engine of a CRV?
Is that correct or I am smoking green?
If that is the case I just may do a swap. I can get a very low mileage (60K miles) CRV 2000 engine for less than $500 (no kidding). Support for the engine$700, transmission from civic $400, axles $400, other smaller parts $500.
Does it seem realistic? I am tempeted to drive my old accord to a cliff because of the problems with idle and starting. However to get a newer honda with a reliability of a 2000 is going to cost several grand. Now if for $2500 I could get the old accord airborne with 146 HP and 133 lb/ft. Being a newer engine probably very reliable for a long time too. My grand children may learn to drive on that thing.
What do you guys think. Am I missing something?
Terre.