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Old 04-17-2011, 08:24 PM
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Just bought a b16a block and I was wondering which block I have...? How can I tell the difference? Would it swap into my obdII car with any problem??? Still a beginner...Thanx
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this thead is worthless without pics! and it shouldnt matter b16s blocks pretty much are overrated
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Default Re: Which gen b16a block do I have???

All gens are B16A block are pretty much the same.

Most have PR3 pistons, and make 160hp...all usdm models do regardless of year.

In Japan, the 2nd gen B16A came with a P30 piston, giving 0.1 higher compression, good for about 2-3hp more
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So if I have p30 pistons which I do then I have the 2nd gen then?
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The second gen used a hydraulic tranny if I'm nit mistaken right? Anyone care to correct me if I'm wrong...
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correct .... 2nd gen P30 and Hydro tranny .... have a nice life.
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Thanx for the help guys!!! Much appreciated!
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Default Re: Which gen b16a block do I have???

Hey i have a b16a6 in my vtec but sleeves are cracked water gets on to my pistons so i went and got a new block but now this block says b16a no number? So looks like this on tag



B16a
5410340
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Will it be beter then my b16a6 block? And what block is the b16a like i bought
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