1998 Honda Civic engine swap

1998 HONDA CIVIC
155,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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UKSFINEST
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i have an ek hatch im looking to swap a b series engine in what is the best engine i can build and with what parts? is it better to go high compression and all motor or better to go lower with a turbo? im trying to stay low on cost, i was thinking b16 block with gsr head type r pistons and gsr cams and jg cam gears with a gsr tranny, then possibly turbo, does that work? and will i need motor mounts?
Jun 10, 2009 at 11:44 AM
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F4I_GUY
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You will only need motor mount brackets to complete the swap. If you are looking to push a lot of power, i'd invest in a good set of mounts though, such as hasport.

Personally, I think the best platform would be a b18c1 (GSR) swap and then turbo-charge it in it's stock form with ARP heat studs. You can push 300whp on the stock bottom end. That'll keep you happy all day long.
Jun 10, 2009 at 1:55 PM
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UKSFINEST
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yahh thats does sound great hah thanks man
Jun 21, 2009 at 12:58 PM
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