H22 or Rebuild H23 ??
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H22 or Rebuild H23 ??
Hey people,
My car has high milage (245K) and is leaking oil. I was thinking of a JDM H22 swap. But I am worry about the smog. I know hybrid car can legally pass smog at ref station, but I have not hear anything about JDM engines? Or should I just rebuild the dam engine. Not sure what to do because both are expensive choice. I just hope I can get some advice so I make the best choice.
The car is daily driven, and the engine is stock.
I just wanna know what the general opinion on here is? And if anyone can refer me to a good mechanic in the Southern Cal region to do rebuild or engine work?
My car has high milage (245K) and is leaking oil. I was thinking of a JDM H22 swap. But I am worry about the smog. I know hybrid car can legally pass smog at ref station, but I have not hear anything about JDM engines? Or should I just rebuild the dam engine. Not sure what to do because both are expensive choice. I just hope I can get some advice so I make the best choice.
The car is daily driven, and the engine is stock.
I just wanna know what the general opinion on here is? And if anyone can refer me to a good mechanic in the Southern Cal region to do rebuild or engine work?
Re: H22 or Rebuild H23 ?? (Preline)
I would look for a used USDM H22 for smog reason.
I was faced with the same decision. My H23 ran (still does) perfectly. However, it was due a timing belt, water pump, gaskets, etc. After crunching the numbers, it proved to be more worthwhile going the H22 route.
If you get an H22, you can replace ALL of the major maintanence items before the motor goes in. I even changed my axles. That way, your car will be A LOT more repliable, won't need any major servicing more 4-5 years, and your maintanence records are all up to date. You also replace all of the fluids.
You will be able to part out your old H23 too to make a little money back to help pay for the swap.
My take on high mileage, older cars is to just swap out the engine when you see signs of issues with the current motor. That was my plan for my Prelude all along. It is less of headache, will actually be cheaper in the longrun, and should make for a more fun driving experience in the end.
Most older cars need the clutch replaced, some seals are leaking, axles need replacing, etc. Might as well change it all out at one and be done with it. Take out a small loan if you have to. I am going to do that when I swap motors in my 240SX.
Good luck. Hope I helped.
I was faced with the same decision. My H23 ran (still does) perfectly. However, it was due a timing belt, water pump, gaskets, etc. After crunching the numbers, it proved to be more worthwhile going the H22 route.
If you get an H22, you can replace ALL of the major maintanence items before the motor goes in. I even changed my axles. That way, your car will be A LOT more repliable, won't need any major servicing more 4-5 years, and your maintanence records are all up to date. You also replace all of the fluids.
You will be able to part out your old H23 too to make a little money back to help pay for the swap.
My take on high mileage, older cars is to just swap out the engine when you see signs of issues with the current motor. That was my plan for my Prelude all along. It is less of headache, will actually be cheaper in the longrun, and should make for a more fun driving experience in the end.
Most older cars need the clutch replaced, some seals are leaking, axles need replacing, etc. Might as well change it all out at one and be done with it. Take out a small loan if you have to. I am going to do that when I swap motors in my 240SX.
Good luck. Hope I helped.
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