Hello, Im going to be doing a engine swap real soon because I have a massive oil leak and what it costs to get it fixed, mite as well swap a new engine in, its not worth getting fixed anyway because the old engine has got 343xxx miles on it. I just wanted to know if anyone could tell me what kind of tools I should go out and buy, and possibly a guide on the basics of swapping engines.
Thanks

 

Also any reccomendations for a different engine? Something with more power would be nice

 

Lots of info on swaps in the FAQ; https://honda-tech.com/forums/honda-accord-1990-2002-2/1990-2002-accord-faq-1664547/

A bit of info on what year your Accord is and what engine you have now wouldn't hurt. Along with a budget, how much are you looking to spend on the engine and tools? There are a few different engines or builds you could do for added power. Also mentioned in the FAQ.

What sort of tools do you already have?

 

I have a 1996 Honda accord EX with the stock F22B1.
Im poor so I want to swap an engine thats affordable and will be simple like a H22 or something.
Tools, Im on a tight budget so probably something that wont break out of the box but will hold up.
My budget is 800$ all together

 

Well if your engine is burning oil then I would opt for another '96-'97 B1 with an $800 budget. Unless you can find a complete H22 car for that price.

If you are merely leaking oil, locate the leaks and fix them. I think most leaks can be solved for ~$120 with a new oil pressure switch, VC, OP and dist seals and gaskets. Clean your EGR and enjoy the B1 til you have more funds.

 

F22B1 it is then. Is it possible to put another head from another engine that would be compatible with a F22B1 that would make it quicker?

 

Its my first car, im not paying for the engine, im just swapping them. 800$ is all my parents would give me. They said 400$ at first but i said that's not possible for a used engine. The reason im getting a used engine is because there is a crack somewhere on my current F22B1 and there is a massive oil leak, the auto shop wanted 3500$ to repair my current engine, but it cost less to get a used engine! and also my engine has 350xxx miles,a new engine wouldn't hurt.

 

Just leave it stock, and get the car fixed first. Then look into speed parts later, look into the FAQ for info on swaps and parts down the road.

 

^^x2 basic maintenance over speed parts. Not much sense in spending money modifying an engine with go fast parts if your brakes and suspension are going to fail within a month.

 

Good point, I'll leve it stock