WTB: B20Z Short or longblock... Where can i find one??! (BAY AREA)
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WTB: B20Z Short or longblock... Where can i find one??! (BAY AREA)
im lookin for a 99-01 b20z with 9.6:1 ratio... post how many miles condition...
would it be better for a b20vtec all motor? not for crazy racin.. jut for some go... im look at a b16 head and the block.. i thinkin more power cause its got higher cr... but how much more horsepower does the vtec head add? cause a b20z got like 146 hp stock...
also c an i put an obd1 b16 head on an obd2 block?
i live in cali... if you dont have one.. know any local shops?
would it be better for a b20vtec all motor? not for crazy racin.. jut for some go... im look at a b16 head and the block.. i thinkin more power cause its got higher cr... but how much more horsepower does the vtec head add? cause a b20z got like 146 hp stock...
also c an i put an obd1 b16 head on an obd2 block?
i live in cali... if you dont have one.. know any local shops?
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Re: WTB: B20Z Short or longblock... Where can i find one??! (1slowEK)
I know that Jetco Motors out in Berkeley has (1) USDM B20z available right now. I know b/c I just returned it 
due to either; blown rings or cracked valve guides or seals (symptoms: constant smoke-screening while on idle and 1st gear). I baught it with the intention of a straight drop-in for my 4dr integra daily driver. But since you are planning to do ls-vtec on it, and will have only use for the block anyways, its a good buy for you. All it probably needs is a fresh set of rings. Most ppl I know replace the pistons with some aftermarket ones such as CP, JE, Golden Eagle, etc to raise up the compression anyways so a total dismatling/rebuilding is required.
I picked it up the complete longblock for $700.38 w/6months warranty (Others charge atleast $1195). I'm sure Frank (owner) will break you a deal on it since its only good for the block now. Im pretty sure you know what you are looking for b/c he might try to sell you a b20b (126hp). You're gonna wanna look for the silver box on top of the intake manifold and a knock sensor behind the block.
*A good way of recognizing if its the block I returned is:
1: There's a silver paintstrip I left on the valve cover located on the #3 chamber.
2: You will see some welding done on the back of the block near where the T-Bracket bolts on to. A piece of it cracked off as the engine came out of a wrecked CRV. Don't worry, I later discovered that this wasn't a vital piece.
I hope this helps. Good Luck
due to either; blown rings or cracked valve guides or seals (symptoms: constant smoke-screening while on idle and 1st gear). I baught it with the intention of a straight drop-in for my 4dr integra daily driver. But since you are planning to do ls-vtec on it, and will have only use for the block anyways, its a good buy for you. All it probably needs is a fresh set of rings. Most ppl I know replace the pistons with some aftermarket ones such as CP, JE, Golden Eagle, etc to raise up the compression anyways so a total dismatling/rebuilding is required.I picked it up the complete longblock for $700.38 w/6months warranty (Others charge atleast $1195). I'm sure Frank (owner) will break you a deal on it since its only good for the block now. Im pretty sure you know what you are looking for b/c he might try to sell you a b20b (126hp). You're gonna wanna look for the silver box on top of the intake manifold and a knock sensor behind the block.
*A good way of recognizing if its the block I returned is:
1: There's a silver paintstrip I left on the valve cover located on the #3 chamber.
2: You will see some welding done on the back of the block near where the T-Bracket bolts on to. A piece of it cracked off as the engine came out of a wrecked CRV. Don't worry, I later discovered that this wasn't a vital piece.
I hope this helps. Good Luck
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Re: WTB: B20Z Short or longblock... Where can i find one??! (B_Series_4_Life)
wow thanks for the information... would you happen to have the number? des he tell trannies too?
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Re: WTB: B20Z Short or longblock... Where can i find one??! (1slowEK)
why dont u get a newer jdm 99-00 b20b, same thing except it has the b rather than the z. i had bought a z last time only cause i was thinking that it was USDM and i could get it to pass smog, but that wouldnt happen.
but yea just a thought
but yea just a thought
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Re: WTB: B20Z Short or longblock... Where can i find one??! (AL ASPIRATED)
any idea where i can find me a jdm b20b? what year should i look for with the jdm b20b's?
whats the specs? like cr hp tq... all the goodies for the JDM b20b, USDM b20z and b20b...
also... can i put a obd1 head on a n obd2 block?
whats the specs? like cr hp tq... all the goodies for the JDM b20b, USDM b20z and b20b...
also... can i put a obd1 head on a n obd2 block?
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Re: WTB: B20Z Short or longblock... Where can i find one??! (1slowEK)
what i found out with the help of SEARCH
B20B 2.0L 16V DOHC PGM-FI 1997CC 126hp@5400rpm 133tq@4300rpm '97-'98 CR-V
B20Z 2.0L 16V DOHC PGM-FI 1997CC 146hp@6400rpm 143tq@4500rpm '98-'01 CR-V
98 & UP JDM b20b also have 146hp@6400rpm 143tq@4500rpm
TRUE?!
B20B 2.0L 16V DOHC PGM-FI 1997CC 126hp@5400rpm 133tq@4300rpm '97-'98 CR-V
B20Z 2.0L 16V DOHC PGM-FI 1997CC 146hp@6400rpm 143tq@4500rpm '98-'01 CR-V
98 & UP JDM b20b also have 146hp@6400rpm 143tq@4500rpm
TRUE?!
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Re: WTB: B20Z Short or longblock... Where can i find one??! (1slowEK)
Yeah that's true..99-01 JDM B20B's have the same specs as the USDM B20z's. However, you have a better chance of finding a B20Z than a 99+ JDM B20B as they are pretty hard to come by. Most of the local importers carry 95-98 B20B's at the moment b/c they think its all the same. 99+ JDM B20B's has the same characteristics as the USDM B20Z: knock sensor, Air Chamber on top of the intake mani. Also, make sure to check the production stamp on the head. Make sure its a 99 +.
Yes, you can put an OBD1 head on an OBD2 block. Follow the same LS/B20-VTEC guidelines.
Yes, you can put an OBD1 head on an OBD2 block. Follow the same LS/B20-VTEC guidelines.
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Re: WTB: B20Z Short or longblock... Where can i find one??! (dc2dragster)
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has it been molested? how many miles?
has it been molested? how many miles?
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