ls/vtec vs crvtec
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ls/vtec vs crvtec
from the way you put together, seems the same. i hear people with crvtec disappointed with the amount they spent and rather go lsvtec and still push out same #s. so whats the difference in tq/hp? is it similar?
b16a with ctr pistons, stock b20 block, stock ls block? i cant decide what to get. with the price, its not much of difference, so im just wondering what would be a good block for a reliable and powerful engine? thanks.
b16a with ctr pistons, stock b20 block, stock ls block? i cant decide what to get. with the price, its not much of difference, so im just wondering what would be a good block for a reliable and powerful engine? thanks.
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Re: ls/vtec vs crvtec (4g_civic_si)
neither is reliable! You may want to get the LS block if $$$ is an issue. Personally, I would get the b20 sleeved and go with 11.5 compression pistons.
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Re: ls/vtec vs crvtec (AllmotorJunkie)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by AllmotorJunkie »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">neither is reliable! You may want to get the LS block if $$$ is an issue. Personally, I would get the b20 sleeved and go with 11.5 compression pistons. </TD></TR></TABLE>
LS sleeved to 84mm will be cheaper than relsleeved b20
LS sleeved to 84mm will be cheaper than relsleeved b20
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Re: ls/vtec vs crvtec (AllmotorJunkie)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by AllmotorJunkie »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">neither is reliable! You may want to get the LS block if $$$ is an issue. Personally, I would get the b20 sleeved and go with 11.5 compression pistons. </TD></TR></TABLE>
even the b16a with ctr pistons is unreliable?
even the b16a with ctr pistons is unreliable?
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Re: ls/vtec vs crvtec (hybridvteceg)
the only real diff between the sleeved LS and stock B20 is that due to
casting imperfections, not every CRV block is created equal. there are
methods to use from what I have read that you go about choosing a
CRV block that will withstand the abuse of CRVTEC power output.
Honda QC standards on CRV block isnt as rigorous as for the higher
hp/liter builds like B16a, B18C, etc. a GE sleeved LS block is the best
of both worlds. GE's sleeves make the motor more rigid and capable of
handling more pressure, however do not heat and cool the same as
aluminum. I am not sure on how that all plays into tuning a motor like that,
however going sleeved B18B with forged internals makes sense to me.
unless you understand the whole "posting" process of a stock block...
casting imperfections, not every CRV block is created equal. there are
methods to use from what I have read that you go about choosing a
CRV block that will withstand the abuse of CRVTEC power output.
Honda QC standards on CRV block isnt as rigorous as for the higher
hp/liter builds like B16a, B18C, etc. a GE sleeved LS block is the best
of both worlds. GE's sleeves make the motor more rigid and capable of
handling more pressure, however do not heat and cool the same as
aluminum. I am not sure on how that all plays into tuning a motor like that,
however going sleeved B18B with forged internals makes sense to me.
unless you understand the whole "posting" process of a stock block...
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Re: ls/vtec vs crvtec (hybridvteceg)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by hybridvteceg »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
LS sleeved to 84mm will be cheaper than relsleeved b20</TD></TR></TABLE>
yes
..this is the only reason why i kinda regret getting a B20...
..live and learn.
LS sleeved to 84mm will be cheaper than relsleeved b20</TD></TR></TABLE>
yes
..this is the only reason why i kinda regret getting a B20.....live and learn.
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Re: ls/vtec vs crvtec (AllmotorJunkie)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by AllmotorJunkie »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">neither is reliable! You may want to get the LS block if $$$ is an issue. Personally, I would get the b20 sleeved and go with 11.5 compression pistons. </TD></TR></TABLE>
eh, thats a stupid statement if ive ever heard one.
thats like saying any motor is unreliable
eh, thats a stupid statement if ive ever heard one.
thats like saying any motor is unreliable
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Re: ls/vtec vs crvtec (MikeSarr_GSR)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by MikeSarr_GSR »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">...I am not sure on how that all plays into tuning a motor like that,
however going sleeved B18B with forged internals makes sense to me.
unless you understand the whole "posting" process of a stock block...</TD></TR></TABLE>
...Note the posts on the intake side (major thrust axis) of the block. These will support the cylinders under the high loads this engine will be seeing...
however going sleeved B18B with forged internals makes sense to me.
unless you understand the whole "posting" process of a stock block...</TD></TR></TABLE>
...Note the posts on the intake side (major thrust axis) of the block. These will support the cylinders under the high loads this engine will be seeing...
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