91 Civic Si Track Build - B18C-R|EF9 SIR Converted
11-04-2013, 10:32 AM
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Re: 91 Civic Si Track Build - B18C-R|EF9 SIR Converted
I havent looked too closely, but I am fairly certain it has the original seats in it still.
11-04-2013, 10:39 AM
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Re: 91 Civic Si Track Build - B18C-R|EF9 SIR Converted
I just checked the posting that I found the carpet from, he said everything was for a 90-91 so it should be good. Yeah Im not sure the difference between Canadian and US models.
11-04-2013, 10:42 AM
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Anyway with the seats you currently have in your car, the carpet will fit so.. I can't wait to see how clean it will look :D
11-05-2013, 04:27 AM
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Glad it is working out though. I had a mini panic attack when he brought up altering the carpet to get seats to fit.
11-05-2013, 05:09 AM
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Haha, yeah if it doesnt fit Ill just sell it, not going to cut a hole in it. I can always find the right carpet, heck I can buy it brand new if I want! just couldnt pass up paying only $40 for oem carpet.
11-06-2013, 05:30 AM
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LMAO, I cant afford to be like Rob. 
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11-07-2013, 06:49 AM
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Re: 91 Civic Si Track Build - B18C-R|EF9 SIR Converted
I planned to prep and paint the block, but after cleaning the block, I think i have decided I am just going to leave it bare aluminum. Not perfect, but certainly not bad. The car is being built more for function than to look pretty, so Im not stressing too much over it looking entirely perfect. Although I still like it to look nice! :D
Before.
After.
Another shot of the cylinder cross hatching.
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Another shot of the cylinder cross hatching.
11-07-2013, 08:09 AM
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I do like the look of a black block in a black engine bay, it sort of melts away and looks smooth to me. But other than that, I haven't seen a whole lot of painted blocks that I like. I actually hate the old red chevy blocks. I think they look terrible. Just an example.
11-07-2013, 08:26 AM
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i was going to paint it in "cast coat aluminum". It is supposed to look like brand new cast aluminum.
11-07-2013, 09:06 AM
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Re: 91 Civic Si Track Build - B18C-R|EF9 SIR Converted
Parts are starting to come in! Honda Piston Rings and Oil Pump come in tomorrow.
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11-07-2013, 11:06 AM
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Re: 91 Civic Si Track Build - B18C-R|EF9 SIR Converted
My painted block turned out nicely. Paint wasn't "reflective" to light too which is what i was worried about cause i wanted a flat texture.
Q: how does the mains get out of round?
Q: how does the mains get out of round?
11-07-2013, 11:16 AM
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They were still within spec, but on the large end of spec and a little egg shaped. I am not sure how this happens exactly. We decided to go with the align hone which made them all exactly the same spec.
11-08-2013, 10:19 AM
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Re: 91 Civic Si Track Build - B18C-R|EF9 SIR Converted
Few more parts came in today. Now I have everything I need to assemble the bottom end.
Honda Piston Rings
Honda Oil Pump
Honda Piston Rings
Honda Oil Pump
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11-08-2013, 10:45 AM
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I laughed when I saw your car on your computer screen. At least I think it's yours, right? I don't even know why, just make me chuckle. Honda OEM oil pumps cost a pretty penny, don't they?
11-08-2013, 10:47 AM
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Pump was about $120. Worth it for OEM quality though. I already have a brand new OEM water pump as well.
11-08-2013, 11:28 AM
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Re: 91 Civic Si Track Build - B18C-R|EF9 SIR Converted
the only time i've seen mains out of round is due to sleeving process, and / or if guys choose to use arp main studs.
BTW make sure to order
15142-PH3-003 - block orfice oring
91308-P3R-T01 - oil pump oring (you would think the pump comes with it lol)
11-08-2013, 11:35 AM
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Thanks for the heads up on the orings, Ill grab those when I pick up the gaskets sets next week.
11-08-2013, 12:25 PM
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often times people forget to replace the old crusty orings. they are $1-2 each and so worth getting it to ensure proper oil pressure and seal.
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11-08-2013, 07:01 PM
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Picked up a optional lower console for the civic the other night on ebay. Got the winning bid with literally 1 second left!
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11-08-2013, 07:50 PM
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Always wanted the lower console. But some of them on ebay just sky rocket in price. Great pick up though whey complete the interior well.
11-11-2013, 05:17 AM
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Re: 91 Civic Si Track Build - B18C-R|EF9 SIR Converted
Thanks, found this one for a pretty good deal it looked like it was in good condition too. Coming from Netherlands though, so wont have it for a few weeks probably.