blacc_ej1

B20z Block
B16 Tranny
B16 Head
ARP rod bolts
ACL bearings
RS Machined Pistons
Eagle rods
P28 ECU + Tune

Going into a 2000 Civic SI

What do you guys think? am i set? This is my first engine build ever let me know if im missing something crucial or any tips. lemme kno thanks.

SinsEvil666

I'm not sure what Oil & water pump comes on the b20z...but on my b20b i know i need to upgrade to a GSR or ITR oil pump and water pump if u plan on high revving which seems like that's the purpose of this build.

Speed_1

what about the LS/CR-vtec conversion kit such as the dowel pins, oil lines etc. Gaskets? atleast plastigauge the bearing for clearance?

blacc_ej1

oh OK upgrade water pump. Is there anything on that list that seems unnecessary? like the block guard and such

NACvicSi

Plus all new gaskets, rings (if your pistons don't come with new ones), like said above new water pump and oil pump also. If your head hasn't been rebuilt already might want to consider changing seals while it's out.

NACvicSi

You didn't say block guard. And yes I wouldn't bother with a block guard. If you are that worried about it you should get it sleeved now. Do you have a LS/Vtec conversion kit like the guy asked above? I have a brand new one I never used when planning my LS/Vtec build. If you need one let me know.

blacc_ej1

what is plastigauge? can some one help me out? lol

blacc_ej1

will a oil pump/water pump work off of a b16? or does it have to be off of a GSR or ITR?

slowboost93

a good headgasket is needed and go with type-r oil pump and get a gasket set from the local honda dealer

Deetz

Have you bought in parts yet??

Not sure why so many people go to all the trouble doing a vtec conversion?

My suggestion:

B20Z short or long block
P8R head, yes, same flow as vtec head
used JR supercharger

This setup at 9 lbs would net close to 220whp and 200 ft ls tq

Deetz

oil pump for B20, GSR and Type R are all the same

blacc_ej1

well the thing is, i have the b16 engine and tranny in my em1. i think the b16 engine is a good candidate for b20v bc of the short tranny and the free flowing head. i want more tq so im trying to do this build. and no i did not purchase the parts yet.

Deetz

I have an EM1 as well, in this case, why not use a gsr short block??

blacc_ej1

tell me more please? interested.

NACvicSi

Buy a GSR bottom end, put said B16 head on it. What more do you need to know?

FaTBoY707

GL hope you post the build up

blacc_ej1

so its a straight forward build? do i need anything else? just slap the head on the gsr block and im good to go? what kind of numbers will i expect with the gsr block?

sanegb16

iTrader: (2)

is this an all motor or boost setup?

blacc_ej1

N/A

blacc_ej1

bump

thumper64

Why the B20Z block and not a B20B if you're getting higher comp pistons anyway?

blacc_ej1

Well that's just a shopping list, im going for the GSR block now with a b16 head. Will my B16A2 pistons fit in the GSR block?

thumper64

Is the Pope Catholic?

blacc_ej1

yes he is. lol

supra-n-civic

dislacement. the b20 gives you dislacement that the gsr dosnet thats why you donst just do a gsr swa