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rjoubenjr
05-09-2002, 01:04 PM
I want to replace the engine in my 86 Accord LX as economically as possible. I've found a mechanic that will do the swap for free, but I can't seem to find a swap kit.

I'd like to get a low-mileage JDM pull-out, and I've got about a grand to spend. I think it has an A20A in it (2.0 L, carbed, SOHC), but a JDM B20A swap kit would be real sweet.

If anyone could give the heads-up on where I can pick up either of these engines & parts I would greatly appreciate it, and my 3G would too!

MoonScryer
05-10-2002, 04:54 AM
Like that sticky says - READ THE FAQ's!!!! Also, read the other posts; this subject has been killed to death.

For the short, cause I got time: You need to convert to EFI, unless your going to go with multiport weber carbs.

For the B20 from the JDM Accords, cost is about $800 at tops, if you can actually find one. It drops into your Accord using most the original mount, just make sure you have the rear JDM mount.

As far as electrical for EFI, you need the cabin harness for an LXi, you need to route a return fuel line, etc. Then you need an ECU that will work with the B20, if you don't get it's ECU. I know of someone who used an 88-91 Prelude ECU, and only had to do minimal rewiring.

Advice: sell your Accord, find a nice LXi, and do the swap into it. You wanna do mods on the motor later? Save another $2000 on top of your $1000 and do the B16 swap; place racing makes the whole kit, and you will be able to retain power steering and A/C.

Have fun!

civteck
10-09-2002, 06:15 PM
moonscryer1 knows his shit, the place racing swap is real hard in a carbed model i know i did it, and selling it now

Neuspeed87lx
10-09-2002, 07:42 PM
what about the B18A? JDM DOHC 1.8L carbed ...would that be easie because its carb instead of efi...its only like 130 hp compaired to the b20a's 160 though

anchovies
10-09-2002, 10:08 PM
Originally posted by Neuspeed87lx
what about the B18A? JDM DOHC 1.8L carbed ...would that be easie because its carb instead of efi...its only like 130 hp compaired to the b20a's 160 though

What's the point then?? LOL

bobafett
10-10-2002, 12:08 AM
yaeh take all that money and get i/h/e... on the stock engine, and you are further along than the carbed b18 swap, and with moch more money as well....

Neuspeed87lx
10-10-2002, 04:10 PM
well seeing if he put the b18a in there he could then put an i/h/e on that...then he would have more power than the stock motor with the i/h/e ...im just givin him optiions

shepherd79
10-11-2002, 03:48 AM
the question is "Can he find JDM B18A engine with carb on it?"
i haven't seen anyone finding this engine. i know it does exist but it is like finding a snowman.

89AccordNate
10-11-2002, 10:08 AM
Snowmen are easy to find in the winter time!

Nate.

YK86
10-11-2002, 10:27 AM
There is a gold top B18A at the place I bought my B20A. No 5 speed tranny or vaccum box.

anchovies
10-11-2002, 11:12 AM
Originally posted by 89AccordNate
Snowmen are easy to find in the winter time!

Nate.
I don't think I can find any this year :(
I hate snow anyways

Neuspeed87lx
10-13-2002, 06:30 PM
i hate snow too ....great its almost here too