Has anybody seen the new crate motor Mr. Gasket is putting out, entitled the beast? It is a 2.0 liter that is supposed to put 220 to the ground all stuffed with all sorts of goodies with a 12 month/12 thousand mile warranty. I wonder how much that is going to cost? Me personally I would rather build my own motor! Whats your guys thoughts on it? PEACE>>>

 

I saw it at IAS. Looks good. Only drawback is that it`s a DART Block, meaning it does not have a VIN number . Could be a potential problem if you get pulled over. If you have a receipt, maybe you`ll get off, but they will certainly send you to the ref w/ a complete aftermarket motor.

 

Very true! Never thought about the whole Vin # thing!

 

Do you have a link that has more info on this?

 

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You won't get sent to the ref if you live in Florida..

 

I'm wondering the same thing. Is it a custom block, or just a B series or even a K series built full tilt. Any fab work involved to put in a street car? More importantly, HOW MUCH????

 

Cleveland, Ohio (April 25, 2003) Mr. Gasket Performance Group unveiled a complete line of high performance products for Import Racing and Sport Compact Performance markets today at the International Auto Salon (IAS) held in Los Angeles, California. These new product lines – G-Sport and G-Sport Pro – add to Mr. Gasket Performance Group’s industry-leading line up of brands including ACCEL, Erson, Hurst, Hays, Lakewood, Mallory, ACCEL DFI, ACCEL Motorcycle Products and Mr. Gasket. While Mr. Gasket already offers a broad range of import performance product through its other brands, the G-Sport (acronym for Mr. Gasket Sport) line is intended to focus on the true Sport Compact performance enthusiast. Mr Gasket recognized the importance of this high-growth segment of the automotive performance aftermarket early in its developmental stages and has always focused on the "high end" performance segment while still servicing the street and dress-up customer. This philosophy is also the backbone behind the G-Sport launch. The flagship product is the industry’s first true high performance Crate Engine program. Aptly named the "Beast", this engine is every Honda owner’s dream – 220 horsepower at the wheels out of a box from a normally aspirated long-block.

According to Dean Blum, the G-Sport Product Manager and the "Grand Wizard" of the crate engine development program, "The Beast was developed through a coalition of racing engine experience so strong that its performance and reliability are truly indisputable. So confident are we in this Beast’s abilities, we back it with a 12 month or 12 thousand mile warranty."

"Built from the finest hand-picked components in the world," Blum continued, "every part is brand spankin’ new right down to the last oil pan bolt. We did our homework to ensure that you receive the most reliable high performance Honda replacement available anywhere." Developed to Mr. Gasket’s exacting specifications by Tom Payn, President of PAYN Technologies, Inc., technical innovation in this project is nothing short of stunning. Tom Payn is a master at building big horsepower in small packages and "The Beast" is no exception.

Building a close-tolerance, high performance engine in volume can’t be performed in a back yard. "We searched long and hard to locate the best company for the job," confided Blum, "before finally stopping in Livonia, Michigan at Performance Assembly Solutions (PAS). It only took one visit - they got the nod hands down." You might not be aware of this company now, but you will be soon! PAS is a joint venture with Uni-Boring, and is a QS9000/ISO9002 registered company that specializes in niche precision manufacturing, performing work for GM and Indian Motorcycles, among others. "And you should see their surgical-clean build facilities" Blum said, "It’s amazing! I doubt your mom’s kitchen was ever this clean."

"Every G-Sport Pro engine is shipped to you in this sweet, solid wood crate that that would look great in your living room as a coffee table — really!" Blum continues, "OK, I know, get to the good part. Yes, this engine #@&$in’ ROCKS! And we hope you like to buy tires. Because our XG20 naturally aspirated Honda 2.0 liter engine will provide 220 HP to whatever wheels you put on!" Each performance component has been specially designed and custom made for this G-Sport engine, including a super-strong G-Sport Pro block from Dart Machinery, G-Sport Pro rods from Oliver Racing, G-Sport Pro pistons from WISECO, G-Sport Pro spec crank, G-Sport spec cams, and a host of Mr. Gasket gaskets. This truly is a coalition of the worlds best. You have Mr. Gasket’s word on it.

With facilities in Cleveland, OH, Wixom, MI and Carson City, NV, the Mr. Gasket Performance Group’s renowned brands include ACCEL Performance Ignition Products, ACCEL/DFI Engine Management Systems, Erson Cams, Hays Clutches, Hurst Shifters, Lakewood Industries Safety and Suspension, Mallory Ignition and Mr. Gasket Performance and Styling Products, in addition to G-Sport and G-Sport Pro. For more information, contact the Mr. Gasket Performance Group, 10601 Memphis Ave. #12, Cleveland, OH 44144, 216.688.8300, fax: 216.688.8305, or visit http://www.mrgasket.com.

 

Man I looked all over that websight, and i couldn't find anything about price. I would imagine that they would cost alot, but then again building an all motor 220whp engine would cost alot more, with trial and error. I could have really used that engine yesterday while I was canyon carving salt rive canyon, some guy in a 240sx wasriding my tail then he passed me as we enterd the twisties so I showed him how well a nicely setup honda civic EG hatch can handle twisties, as I passed him on the outside of a corner(I couldn't go on the inside, because tha was oncoming traffic. By the time we reach the otherside top of the canyon, I pulled over at the look out point, leaned up against my car and lit a smoke. My hands were shaking , he rolled by about 2 minutes after I go to the other side.

 

So I guess the price of "The Beast" hasn't been anounced yet..

 

even if its expensive you have to think about the fact its an ALL NEW motor, not used, and it has a warranty, and a lot of power....

 

You wouldn't hear me bitc# at all about the price. I'd have to get a look at what its made of and how the reviews on it before I could judge if it was worth it or not. 220whp with a warrenty all I can say is HELL YEAH!!!!!

 

Man I hear the strangest stories about you Cali kids. I don't think cops around here know what a VIN number is. The whole having you car searched for aftermarket parts and the like is just an urban legend around here. Not complaining by any means though.

 

Well I sent them an E-mail asking how much the engine is going to cost, any want to take a guess at it?

 

$8,965

 

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yikes I'm hoping its about as much as a spoon engine, I would imagine that's what they will try to pices it close too. So I'm gussing around $6500

 

I`ll call their marketing guy monday and talk to them. I will also get all the specs. I have them in fron of me, but it`s way too much to key-in

 

Sweet i can't wait to find out.

 

Still nothing about a release date yet..

 

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cool, gotta scanner? just kidding, keep up posted go0d lo0king out man

 

I believe msrp is about 11k, but the "street price" will be a bit cheaper. You can also purchase just the shortblock if you wish, t00.

Ryan

 

expect 10-12k according to superstreet

 

anyone got a link?

 

is the bock of honda orgin i am confused as to how they make this

 

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I believe the entire engine is base of one of the honda b-series engines

 

The Dart block is a new cast block "based on" the honda b-series blocks. It uses the factory accesories, so how could it not be. Call Payn Technologies for more info. They (Tom) was instumental in the develoment of this block. I believe they may have a Mr. Gasket motor going in a car soon as well.