i have a 96 civic hx with a d16y5. i am looking to swap in a b16, but do not know which one to get. i want the one with the least amount of modification. i understand that there wont be anyproblem fitting any of them in there, but the wiring is where i am concerned. what years should i look for. was 96 the first year for obdII. i would like to run a b16b, but would it be cheaper to buy a b16a_ and do a cam swap. can the bottom end of the b16a motors turn the same rpms, or do i need the pistons and rods as well.

thanks
ryan

 

You have a lot of research ahead of you.The b16b is about the most expensive swap you can find.Do some searching on b16a swaps.There is a ton of info in there.
Glenn

 

how much is it for a b16b swap. i thought it was a bunch too but someone posted on clubsi.com that they would sell a b16b swap for 1400. maybe he doesnt know what he is talkin about. what would be involved in turning a b16a into a b16b.

ryan

 

ok first the b16a2 and b16b are 2 differnet motors the b16b is actually a destroked B18 block if i were you i would get a b18c atleast i started with a b16 a2 and got to used to it really fast and the lack of torque really got to me