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11-25-2002, 01:39 AM

I'm thinking about swapping a b20 block with a b16 head into my 89 civic hatchback dx would this be possible to swap or should I just go with a b16 long block.

11-25-2002, 05:49 PM

This can and has worked for many people. I would do it. How would you like to have 150 ft tq??? I know I would.

ShEaNy · 11-26-2002, 03:06 PM

exactly^^ it will work and ull have mad torque for that little car...

*ChrisCantSkate* · 11-26-2002, 03:49 PM

make sure the shop that does they swap has done it before and has some that rea running well afte alot of miles, the b20 crank/rods/pistons dont like 8000 rpms too much. ive seen more thrown rods, spun bearings, and blown piston rings out of b20/vtecs than any other hybrid motor. i have yet to see one make it 10k miles without MAJOR problems. the ls/vtec might be better. or just get a b18c1 so you know you have a block mated with the right head.

11-25-2002, 01:39 AM	#1
racerus Posts: n/a	b20 block/b16 head I'm thinking about swapping a b20 block with a b16 head into my 89 civic hatchback dx would this be possible to swap or should I just go with a b16 long block.

11-26-2002, 03:49 PM	#4
ChrisCantSkate Thought Police Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: orlando florida Age: 41 Posts: 9,662	make sure the shop that does they swap has done it before and has some that rea running well afte alot of miles, the b20 crank/rods/pistons dont like 8000 rpms too much. ive seen more thrown rods, spun bearings, and blown piston rings out of b20/vtecs than any other hybrid motor. i have yet to see one make it 10k miles without MAJOR problems. the ls/vtec might be better. or just get a b18c1 so you know you have a block mated with the right head. __________________ Black Vtec Prelude-h22a power'd Many dreams come true, and some have silver linings. I live for my dreams and a pocket full of gold.

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11-25-2002, 05:49 PM	#2
Honda530 Posts: n/a	This can and has worked for many people. I would do it. How would you like to have 150 ft tq??? I know I would.

11-26-2002, 03:06 PM	#3
ShEaNy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Winnipeg, MB Age: 41 Posts: 3,821	exactly^^ it will work and ull have mad torque for that little car...