Im trying to decide new car or b16 the crx... i've never really did much thought on the b16 or any swap in general yet... but what do they usally run at the 1/4 basically stock with maybe header, full-cat exhaust, intake...?

thanks

 

So you haven't read the numerous B16 threads in here?

 

no. because i don't have one . i read al lthe sohc vtec d16 threads

 

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Well why not read them now?

 

ok start searching...are they all positive? and i would have my friend who is a porfessional install...does it for a living.

 

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Well why not read them now? </TD></TR></TABLE>

ha ha owned!!! im with him though, i dont usually read on the b series threads only cause it doesnt apply to me..but from now on..i think i iwill...

 

Just to answer the question, no. 99% start out with X and wish it were Y. In other words, people start with 160 Hp motor and mod it till it has 170 Hp. Then they go damn I should have got a GSR...... Just start with what you can afford and build to you hearts desire of fiscal limits

 

On a budget it looks like the mini-me is the way to go to get your VTEC fix. You can make some decent power with what you have already and you don't have to fuss around with mounts, axles, etc like you do with a B series. However, B16 swaps are plentiful and can be had cheap as a complete kit. B series parts are mostly interchangable which means a lot can be done to upgrade them. Then from there you can swap the block to a LS 1.8, 2.0 or make the "poorman's Type R" for less than a real type R motor would cost.

 

what are people running on the 1/4?

 

i put a b16a1 in my 91 4dr and its a pretty freakin fast 14.9

 

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my car

 

In other words. Yes. Most people overlook the b16a simply b/c it ONLY has 160hp. But that's still among the top rated engines. Plus it also depends on what you are dropping these engines into. In a crx, 1.6 or 1.8L engines are just badass. The b16a is the best, "bang for buck."

1/4 for Intake/header/Exhaust on a b16a should do low 14's...if tuned right.

Just remember one thing, "every single question you ask will have at least one variable."


Save up and do it. Just make sure you save up enough for the "wrongs" that happen in a swap.

 

hes definately right all my friends underestamated the engine to because it only had 160 hp but i wont be the first one to tell you that especially in a crx a B16 would Rock It.

 

they didnt think it would be much more faster than my stock d15b2 but i told them it would be so i did before and after times. before 19.1sec at 71.98mph and after 14.97 at 94.3mph

 

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thats a big drop in times. when i had my d15b2, it ran 16.6@85mph and after my sohc zc it went 15.1@91
you had a much bigger time drop than i did.

 

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Time in sig

 

I enjoy my b16, and drove a 91 Si(same car I have) with just the d16, and could feel the difference in power. I think its worth it.

 

I also have a 90 CR-X Si with a B16 I say its worth it

 

B16 is very worth it. Honestly i feel like it's even more reliable than the D series motors. I could put another 100k on my engine without a second thought. It's got some go when i want it and has the reliability of stock. If you want 1/4 mile times, turbo the **** out of it Then you'll be horsepower happy! You'll keep up with your friends cars and usually, thats all that matters. PS. It's much cooler if you do the swap yourself and call your friends for advice... having people do **** for you - - - DOHC right of passage lol

 

Here's an idea. Find someone who has a B16A CRX who is willing to let you go for a test drive. Only then will you REALLY be able to make an intelligent decision. My opinion? Yes, the B16A is better than the D-series motors. But the larger B-series VTEC motors are better yet. It is all a matter of what you can afford.

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Reliability is probably going to be better with a B16A due to the increased strength of the motor (and the rest of the drivetrain) compared to a D-series motor. B-series motors are just alot more 'overbuilt'.

 

hey sunday im going to the track with my car. B18c1 CRX HF. I'll post some times when i get back. I know its not a b16a but i mean it should help you weigh your decision.

DEF

 

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thats a big drop in times. when i had my d15b2, it ran 16.6@85mph and after my sohc zc it went 15.1@91
you had a much bigger time drop than i did.</TD></TR></TABLE>

yeah it is but its also a 4dr compared to a crx quite a weight difference. plus the D15B2 had 220,000 miles on it.

 

def get the b16 man i have one all i have is junk **** intake and a ******* obx exhaust and i ran a 14.5 with 13" wheels that were only 5 inches wide i was told if i had 14" i would have ran a 14.4 deff a good moter

 

I ran 14.2@97mph when I just swapped in my b16 with just an intake. I say a b16 crx is well worth it.