I just got an eg hatch with a 99 B18B1 and i wanted to go ls/vtec with it. So im wondering what are the essentials when doing this conversion and approx. cost of the parts.

I wanted to use a GSR head but they can be $$$ and hard to find up here in canada so im thinking 2nd gen B16? So far i have a short list and im looking for input on parts to add etc.

-B16 or GSR head
- GE Vtec conversion kit
-P28 ECU?
-New head gasket

I am not sure what else is required so if you could give me some info it would be appreciated.

 

long way to go...theres a lot of stuff you need...pmed too

 

read up on importreview.com they have a general article, also hondaswap.com

 

check out http://www.c-speedracing.com

 

Thanks for the advice guys

 

the head gasket comes with the GE conversion kit.
other than that i think you have listed all the parts. just have to wire in vtec if it isn't already

 

From what im gathering the list would look like this

-B16 or GSR head
- GE Vtec conversion kit
-P28 ECU?
-New head gasket
-vtec oil pump, water pump
-ARP Head studs would be a good investment

Anyone list other stuff for me?

 

vtec oil/water pump = gsr timing belt. after the parts, then the machining and assembly is just as important.

 

Not to be rude, but search for lsvtec. Honestly, it's how I got all my info for my build. Would definitely check that out...there are SO many threads on this it's unreal. I assure you you will learn more than you know right now. I know my response doesn't answer your question but it will help get our answers.

-Chris

 

I have searched a bunch for ls/vtec and havent come up with alot of info as far as all the parts needed.

I thought with the GE kit you dont need to machine the block or are you just saying it would be a good idea?

What I am looking to do is build a mild street motor and then next year im gonna be putting together a turbo setup. I was thinking with a basis ls/vtec i would get more hp out of the engine and i would be happy until i got the whole turbo setup together.

What does a basic LS/vtec(b16 head) usually put down as far as whp/tq?

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by scarlemthug &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I have searched a bunch for ls/vtec and havent come up with alot of info as far as all the parts needed.

I thought with the GE kit you dont need to machine the block or are you just saying it would be a good idea?

What I am looking to do is build a mild street motor and then next year im gonna be putting together a turbo setup. I was thinking with a basis ls/vtec i would get more hp out of the engine and i would be happy until i got the whole turbo setup together.

What does a basic LS/vtec(b16 head) usually put down as far as whp/tq?

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with the ge kit you don't have to machine anythign but you do have to tap your head for the plug but other than that it's simple