wicivic

I just ordered a k20a3 for a little over 3k... complete including tranny, lsd, new axles, shift linkage so on.... i understand that the a3 is the 'bastard' child of the k family... but i like a challenge (not enough to keep modding the d17). I realize that there is still alot of potential for the a3, and i have every intention on trying to squeeze 300hp out of this thing... This is especially for you swapped guys do you think i made a pretty good decision or no? just looking for feedback good or bad, its over and done with now the k is on its way i just want to know what you all think


Modified by wicivic at 7:48 AM 8/3/2006

fventura03

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as far as a good deal, it's not. but it is better then what you have in your car right now and 300whp might be pushing it unless you go FI.

i've seen 200whp out of those with a2 cams, and a little bit of other things, so the potential is there.

keep us updated on your progress.

wicivic

oh of course im going fi! but that will be later on... i plan on building up the internals... no definate plans yet i just didnt see paying almost 2k more for 40hp, i probably couldve gottan an a2 for somewhere around the same price but i have not been able to find on

Curiouz_G

finally, a k20a3 swap into a EM2. even though you couldve gotten it cheaper, thank you for going the a3 route. for the price of a full a2 swap, you can boost your a3 and most def hit 300hp at the crank. and keep us updated!

wicivic

thanks it will probably be a couple months before i even start on this thing.... i have to find another mode on transportation..... CHEAP

fventura03

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for the record, an a2 is not 2k more then an a3. you could've found an a2 for a couple of hundred more then what you paid, just have to keep an eye out. personally, i would've gone the k24 route. but like you said, challenge.

there is a couple of a3 swaps out there, one even is supercharged.

pon55

JRSC

Vantage

Although everyone here knows my ( hateful) feelings toward the k20a3, i still envy you cause u have a Kswap and i have nothing.

I woulda went with a k24a1/3/4 as they are the same price, and have BOATLOADs more torque.

None the less, an a3 can be a good starting point.

As stated above some guys have seen damn near 200 whp, by swapping k20a2 cams/head stuff over. and sound easily hit 300hp with a bit of boost and a built bottem end.

*Edit* Heres the link of the k20a3 with 199whp.

https://honda-tech.com/zerothread/1543803


Modified by B18a_CRX at 1:57 AM 8/4/2006

Civ x

Swapping a k20a3 isnt a logical idea just simply because youll end up dumping another 3 -4 grand after you swap just on bolt ons to get you to 300 ponies. I suggest that you hold off and get the k20a or a2 or k24 as others have suggested. Itll make your quest to 300 cheaper and easier and you can still do it NA and not have to go fi.

susuking

great, when can i see a write up of the progress?

wicivic

i am taking it to a shop to be done... but i will be around there to take pics etc.... as soon as i get another ride and the money for the shop

fventura03

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DIY, you'll save some cash.

wicivic

i understand that but i dont have the time or resources to do it.... im taking it to the shop that did the first one around her ean i have seen them squeeze 350 to the wheels out of my buddy's ls (fi of course)

brjhnson

were did you get the motor from or were can you get one from i can not find one.

Miracle

Heard alot of good stuff about hmotorsonline.com

They have some good looking b series motors too though. Im thinking of buying an old DA or Eg hatch and transplanting a motor one day. We'll see though.

Decent prices from them from what Ive seen.

A nearly complete K series for about 5600. axles, transmission, ECU, harness and what not.

K20me

^^ That's for the K20a. There's the a2 as well for around 4k for just about everything you need, minus mounts, of course. I can't find any a3's on that site though

Miracle

They offer the K20A, which is what I would go with if I decide to.




Modified by Red_EM2 at 10:51 PM 8/4/2006

toyomatt84

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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Red_EM2 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Nah, they only offer the K20A, which is what I would go with if I decide to.</TD></TR></TABLE>

I saw the A2 on there as a package deal, as well.

Miracle

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by toyomatt84 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

I saw the A2 on there as a package deal, as well.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Edited.

They also have a k24 LB. Another good choice. And only 1000 bucks too.

wicivic

sorry i havent been on here in a couple days... brjohnson here is where i got teh motor from

http://www.osakajdmmotors.com/introhonda.htm

b20vtecda9

^^never heard good things about them but thats just me...

Vantage

hmotorsonline is VERY well known and is excellent in customer service, and have great engines. You pay for it a bit, but IMO its worth knowing ur engine will last.