what should I expect

 

1st gen 450 2nd gen 550

 

which one is better for a 1996 integra ls, I take it second gen

 

2nd gen= higher compression= more hp

 

Complete B16a2 head with manifold no distributor

$500-$550 depending on miles

 

Heads are the same cast, higher compression from 2nd gen pistons. get what is cheapest. Don't be affraid to travel a litlle, I got my Gsr head complete with everything , dist. IM, TB, nology wires, complete engine harness and a clean valve cover to boot!. - for 600 and all I had to do was drive 45 mins. into Jersey....Honda-Tech rules!

 

if you look around it can be below 500 for a complete setup

i got my gsr head which was complete from dan phan at rcrewracing.com for under 600

call around to importers to see if they have any b16 heads, or a get a complete swap for cheap and sell off the bottom end

 

go to your local shop....they told me $500 for the whole setup...new ecu and everything....worth it to ask anyway

 

dan phan rcrewracing.com very good thats where i'm getting my head also

 

try http://www.noyanusa.com

 

without distrubiton $400-500
pwesonally i have seen them go for 400 many time and i would not pay more that 400 or 450

 

really what is there to look for when purchasing one

 

anywhere from 450-600, depending on what it comes with . i've sold 1st gen heads with no dizzy or manifold/throttle bodies for $475-500. just depends on demand and what part of the country you're in.