K20 swap

[EKCivicracer]

ok, how would i be able to put a k20 into my 97? i need some help on it first. i didnt buy it yet so i need just some things on like the clearance, cost, parts etc. so if someone could hook me up with some info that would be awesome. i already got the b16 in it so......

[trackcrx]

instead of coping out and trying to get someone to awnser a question that can be awnsered with a tiny bit of searching how bout you actually do the looking for the awnser?

go search honda tech and read past tech articles in honda tuning. hell use google for it instead of porn.

[EKCivicracer]

Originally Posted by trackcrx

instead of coping out and trying to get someone to awnser a question that can be awnsered with a tiny bit of searching how bout you actually do the looking for the awnser?

go search honda tech and read past tech articles in honda tuning. hell use google for it instead of porn.

first I wanted just some solid info from someone from the U cuz this is a website for japanese cars and i just asked a question and i just needed to know if there was any sizing issues. i used google for everything but couldnt find if there were size issues so now could you help me out and not be bitchy

[trackcrx]

easy slapnuts, better for you to learn and research on your own instead of others feeding you all the info you need.

[b20eg6hatch]

Hybrid Racing Trust me.

[ed03DC5]

ima try to help u out man dnt trip i will see if i can find anything cuz this is wat this website is for right....

[superlubejon]

k20a.org specializes in this info. I would also get a feel from what Hybrid Racing sells, and then get an idea for what you need. Check out the classifieds on k20a to find cheaper mounts, used standalone ECU, information on axles, harnesses, etc.

The good- when you have all the parts, its actually a breeze of a swap. Seriously, minus the rewelding of the mount, and some of the glitchy wiring (well from what I remember of the Z1 swap to get the cluster gauges working) its really a super straight-forward swap.

The bad- be ready to break the bank because it aint cheap. I had a deal to get a hyrdolocked k24 longblock, but the swap parts alone were more than buying a GSR swap. And I still needed a transmission, ECU, etc. Yeah, pretty expensive but worth it in the long run. Nothing runs with a K!

[Arthas]

How much money do you have?

[trackcrx]

Originally Posted by Arthas

How much money do you have?

hahahahahaha the ultimate question that asks, are you a broke dick? if so dont bother thinking about the swap.

man Arthas i am glad your on this site.

[EKCivicracer]

Originally Posted by superlubejon

k20a.org specializes in this info. I would also get a feel from what Hybrid Racing sells, and then get an idea for what you need. Check out the classifieds on k20a to find cheaper mounts, used standalone ECU, information on axles, harnesses, etc.

The good- when you have all the parts, its actually a breeze of a swap. Seriously, minus the rewelding of the mount, and some of the glitchy wiring (well from what I remember of the Z1 swap to get the cluster gauges working) its really a super straight-forward swap.

The bad- be ready to break the bank because it aint cheap. I had a deal to get a hyrdolocked k24 longblock, but the swap parts alone were more than buying a GSR swap. And I still needed a transmission, ECU, etc. Yeah, pretty expensive but worth it in the long run. Nothing runs with a K!

yeah it sounds real expensive so idk i might just put work in the teg instead

[thablasta]

Word, k20a.org is the SHIT for K stuff. I love it! With the Hasport mounts we didn't have to weld the passenger side mount. Bite the bullet and swap it!

[PatdutchEK]

it aint cheap, but damn man. it launches your car like a maniac

[SergEK]

Originally Posted by superlubejon

Yeah, pretty expensive but worth it in the long run. Nothing runs with a K!

Nothing? What exactly does a K run that others that came before it cant do?

Oh you mean the fragile 6spd tranny that burns synchros like water?

Listen OP .....you already have a B series in the car. At this point just opt for a G23 swap and burn Ks for ALOT less money

You could build a deck plate G25/26 for the cost of a stock K20a swap and WOFFLE stomp those kids

H22 head/H23 bottom end + 101mm crank + pro3++ cams, Kseries pistons, beefy rods....well over 300whp ALL MOTOR and 190-200+ ftlbs of torque NA

Using the B series tranny you already have as well as the cheap P28 ecu setup...you can either drop a base JDM H22 in (190-200whp) with a QSD adaptor (800-1200) or build a frank motor like I listed above for real power

Either way is cheaper, easier and more cost effective than a K swap

Now if you wanna ride the ooohs and aaaaaa's bus spend a grip on a K swap and get 210whp for 6-8K....

I love K's but given your situation the H swap makes much more sense from every angle short of building a race motor for the ALL MOTOR pro series in which case there may be a slight advantage to a HUGE K...

Dont take my word for it though...a good Honda guy should always consult his local mechanic for their opinion...I live in SoCal and when I had a dilema I always called my guy and brain stormed....if you dont have a reputable mech just call an honest race shop that has been there and done that....

Raceline Development in Temple City was the place I went for my B18C5 swap...Toda goodies and installation help. Elton Lo has done it all and thats the kind of guy I trust with bouncing ideas...in the end you are gonna do what you want but if more than a few reputable guys are saying the same thing.....you may wanna reconsider your perspective

As such look at the H2B swap guys and see what they are doing....NA low 11's in street trim for ALOT less money than a K...again...its your money

[98eknoob]

k20a.org is an awesome site if your looking for info. with anything related to the k20 motor.

i just bought a 98 hatch myself and i'm looking up parts and prices to do the swap. My daily driver is an rsx type s, which is a k20a2 and i love it, that's what makes me want it in my hatch. The website should answer all your questions for sure though. Good luck with your build if you go that route.

[cloud84x]

i just got an offer to get a k20a full swap here in town and i think im going to take it..i was thinking of just putting a b series in mine put since i got this offer im just going to go with the k series instead...there isnt a ek hatch in town that has one so i plan to take it and be the first.....type r body, with k series motor..