B18B or B20 in a EK?

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Apr 9, 2003 | 05:07 PM

redsled00

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B18B or B20 in a EK?

If you factor in cost, smog legality, and power which would you choose. This is without any LSVTEC or CRVTEC options or FI. Just a straight up swap. Any opinions are appreciated

Apr 9, 2003 | 06:10 PM

poison

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Re: B18B or B20 in a EK? (redsled00)

I would go for B20. no questions there.

Apr 9, 2003 | 06:20 PM

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Re: B18B or B20 in a EK? (redsled00)

b20 i went b18b but b20 is getting built

Apr 9, 2003 | 08:42 PM

Cltchbrnr

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Re: B18B or B20 in a EK? (mrctr)

Its all about the torque on that one. Go for the b20.

Apr 10, 2003 | 04:49 AM

VTECVillain

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Re: B18B or B20 in a EK? (redsled00)

Either one is a good choice but I would have to say B20 without a doubt. Then again it would depend on price as well, so if you are getting a really good deal on the B18B go for it.

Apr 10, 2003 | 08:33 PM

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Re: B18B or B20 in a EK? (VTECVillain)

B20 all the way! I had a B18B in my Civic HB and was quite disappointed with it. I am MUCH happier with a B20!

Apr 10, 2003 | 10:09 PM

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Re: B18B or B20 in a EK?

just to add something to this thread. for those that chose the b20, in terms of reliability and ease of the swap itself how does it compare to a b18 swap. also, is it a good turbo motor compared to the b18?