just wondering how many of you guys have ls/vtec. opinions?

 

I've got a LS/VTEC setup...what you need to know?

 

i have it..... LOVE IT!!!!

 

Arunto - what kinda internals are you runnin' and did you do the swap yourself or did you have a shop perform it?

 

Yea thats kinda what I wanted to know to. How bout we get specific here:

1. price?
2. reliability?
3. how long have you had it?
4. how much power?
5. Parts used, internals, etc?

 

I got one, the price, honestly I do not remember, but I did most of the work myself, so it is cheaper than the average one
Reliability, not sure, only had the usual problems, coil went bad (regular probs.)
Had it well over 2 years, 22k plus miles, I drove it for 17 straight hours at 90mph+ with a y1 trans, with usual gas fillups
Not sure, no local dyno on the power, but def. better than a ls
Parts used, this is going to depend on what you want, this is what you have to figure out, if you want turbo, na, nos or what?

 

willyb94 - The main machine work is to get the dowel pins enlarged so that the head will sit properly. Everything else can be done if you have the proper tools.

As far as internals I used the following:

LS Block
USDM ITR Pistons
LS Rods w/ARP Rod Bolts
B16A Head

As far as reliabilty that is all dependant on the installatio and driving style.

-Alan

 

here's mine
LS block
stock rods with ARP bolts
ITR Pistons
Ported GSR cylinder head
ITR cams
All new pumps and gaskets (ITR)
Skunk2 intake Manifold

 

How much did that run you with installation, and how do you like it power wise, worth it?