B16A1 swap

Hey everyone. I just got my 3g bout a month ago, andits already in the shop. So far I've found out that the head gasket is cracked, carburator needs to be rebuilt, the radiator is leaking from 3 different places, and my aftermarket exhaust is leaking gas. Thats just half of what they've looked at too. So, rather than pay the $2700 they estimated to fix that, I figured I would just swap in an 89-91 b16a1 engine, tranny, ecu, etc. Does anyone know if I need to have anything custom made to make this work, or do I just need the appropriate engine mounts and hardware to swap it in. Any input would be very helpful, as I need to make a decision very soon as to what to do with the engine problems.

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well u could search first then ask but since I am a nice guy... U need to find mounts to mount the engine in then u would need to wire the engine into the car and thats about it. Oh a new gas tank and fuel pump need to be added to ur list of things to get aswell.

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Originally Posted by masterkillalw

well u could search first then ask but since I am a nice guy... U need to find mounts to mount the engine in then u would need to wire the engine into the car and thats about it. Oh a new gas tank and fuel pump need to be added to ur list of things to get aswell.

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uhh that isnt it.


Axles and shift linkages are also necessary.


NEw gas tank is not necessary but a better fuel pump would be better.

. . . and since it's carbed, he needs to convert to FI.

axle shafts. i was bout to do this b16 swap. but i open my mouth way to early. place racing the the only company that made Axle shafts for b16 swaps for are accords. But they stop doing that. If u welling to pay the money to make custom axle shafts then u got it made. the best to you.

It will probably cost more than $2700 to do a swap. Use the search button first. This topic has been covered an insane number of times.

yeah i would estimate at least $2700 lol

sell the 3g real fast and buy a civic... lots of bolt in B-Series kits are available for those... :D

otherwise just do EFI swap and turbo the A20 (probably cost AT LEAST $3000), that would be much cooler! and u could have torque!

I think if you speak to one performance shop, maybe they will swap one B16A into your Accord for $3500-4000.......but I don't Know about $2700.
Complete B16A engine swap 160hp engine (Block-head-gearbox, intake-exhaust manifold, axles, mounts, wiring harness, ECU and shift linkage) you can find it with $1000-1500 and then other $2000+ for custom work-wiring, CAI, F.P.R and exhaust.

To convert from carb to FI, what has to be done and what does that usually run cost wise?

Well it looks like it may be a no-go on the swap. I called the shop today, and they already sent the head away to be rebuilt because my mom gave them the o.k. to fix it, so I'm stuck with that bill. I was considerin selling the head and doin the swap anyway, but I'm not sure. What do you guys think? Fix everything for 2600-4000 or just sell the rebuilt head and do the swap?

for that much i would buy a 4th gen accord. with that car, you could easily swap in the h22...

i have to agree, you are paying way too much to fix that car.
you can get used engine for under $500 and do all the work yourself and the car will run just fine.

or you can take $4000 and get yourself something better.

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Originally Posted by shepherd79

i have to agree, you are paying way too much to fix that car.
you can get used engine for under $500 and do all the work yourself and the car will run just fine.

or you can take $4000 and get yourself something better.

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I don't think there is something better in that price range, I found the g4 to be too heavy for the power/ handling ability not to mention I'm still in love with the pop up headlights......

I would love a 99 accord V6, but thy're still over 10 grand....I just picked up a 92 Legend and it's a fine car, but in many ways my 88 LXi is more fun...