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boostin4fun · 01-23-2008, 04:53 PM

I totally agree that the cams are overkill but I was able to hook my friend up with these brand new for $400. Your not going to get a better deal then that for brand new s2s2 cams! I would have preferred the stage 1 cams. Who knows if it turns out that the cams are not working well with the setup I will swap them out. It only takes about 2 hours. I am going to be getting this all finished up pretty soon and will definetly update this thread. This car will be moving under its own power again before spring.

boostin4fun · 01-23-2008, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phoenix9262

ok, that is seriously awesome! I'm considering doing a similar set-up in my 93' EX, but not nearly as modified, just the LS/VTEC combo. So having done it, what would you personally recommend to a novice grease-monkey and honda freak? I want something potent and not as common and this seems to be it

I would suggest researching for good part combos. I like to use at least aftermarket rods when doing the ls/vtec. If your looking for a good jump in power and dont want to build a motor consider a gsr swap or even an h22 swap. Either one will be a night and day difference from what you have now and you wont have to worry about pieceing a motor together. A basic motor swap is a great way to start learning the basics.

phoenix9262 · 01-23-2008, 10:11 PM

thought of an H22 before, but an Integra GS-R motor costs a fortune so it would be kinda tough, and yeah, I've heard that about rods being weak, I'm assuming it's from the high revving capacity of the B16 right?

Luis998 · 01-26-2008, 05:08 AM

So after reading every post carefully and wiping the drool from my chin...then having to replace my shorted out keyboard #81 times (see drool reference as to why I had to replace it) I have got to tip my hat to the job you have done. It's great to see and learn from knowledgeable people like you. After having pondered for...believe it or not, ten years, I will be doing an LS/VTEC swap myself. It might take a year to even finish the engine build but it will be worth the time and patience. Kick ass job my friend. Keep it up and keep us updated.

boostin4fun · 01-26-2008, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Luis998

So after reading every post carefully and wiping the drool from my chin...then having to replace my shorted out keyboard #81 times (see drool reference as to why I had to replace it) I have got to tip my hat to the job you have done. It's great to see and learn from knowledgeable people like you. After having pondered for...believe it or not, ten years, I will be doing an LS/VTEC swap myself. It might take a year to even finish the engine build but it will be worth the time and patience. Kick ass job my friend. Keep it up and keep us updated.

I am glad you like the build. If you ever need any help or suggestions dont hesitate to ask.

Luis998 · 01-26-2008, 06:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boostin4fun

I am glad you like the build. If you ever need any help or suggestions dont hesitate to ask.

Thanks man. I really appreciate it. I'll need all the guidance and help I can get since this will be my first MAJOR project. I should be getting the LS complete swap soon. It'll be hard to not put it in my car right away. That just wouldn't make sense though. I have patience. My goal is to make around 330 at the wheels, boosted of course. I'm wondering, should I get a head as my first big purchase? Then the time comes as to what to do to the head...i.e. cams, gears, p/p...etc. etc. Thanks again.

wolfenr1984 · 01-27-2008, 09:51 PM

OK, I have read from page 1 to 4 and I am loving what I see but my pockets are not that deep. So, as far as money is concerned, can you all answer me the following question. A JDM B16a long block or a stronger LS motor (balanced crank, head bolts, connecting rod bolts, etc.) with a VTEC head for my '91 Integra? It's obvious that the B16a is basically a direct replacement and more than likely the easiest but I am looking for the best HP/dollar I can get and that I can get now. Thanks, Nick

noslen · 02-17-2008, 11:12 PM

Hi there!

I'm from portugal and i can't find any good chip for my civic 1.6 vtec, i've a (37820-P28-G02 766-710229 AWR) ECU.

I just want to modified the vtec and rev limiter, can you please help me?
If so send me a message to my mail(nfcabo@hotmail.com)

Thanks

BrutalB83 · 02-17-2008, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by noslen

Hi there!

I'm from portugal and i can't find any good chip for my civic 1.6 vtec, i've a (37820-P28-G02 766-710229 AWR) ECU.

I just want to modified the vtec and rev limiter, can you please help me?
If so send me a message to my mail(nfcabo@hotmail.com)

Thanks

First of all, start your own thread, don't butt in on other people's conversations.

Second, is your motor built? Does it have aftermarket pistons or headwork? Does it have an upgraded valve train? If the answer to those question is no, then there's no point in messing with your VTEC crossover or rev limiter, they're already at the optimal places for a stock motor. Messing with that kind of stuff will most get your motor an early death...

boostin4fun · 01-29-2009, 05:33 PM

Just wanted to let you guys know that this bitch is almost ready to fire up! I finished almost all of the wiring last night. All I have left to do is make a test pipe and intake. I will be working on it tomorrow and will post up some new pics of the progress. I am pretty excited to see this get done since it has been the longest build of my life!

boostin4fun · 01-31-2009, 07:03 PM

Here are some updated pictures. Just about done I hope the weather improves so I can do some tuning.

boostin4fun · 01-31-2009, 07:07 PM

I had a lot of wiring to do for the dpfi to mpfi swap and to obd1 with vtec. The jumper harness is integrated into the factory wiring in some places to avoid having to depin and repin some of the wires.

monty92 · 02-03-2009, 07:16 PM

did you sleeve the motor?

klyph · 02-03-2009, 08:20 PM

That's way too clean. You need to pour a quart of oil on that engine and drive down a dusty road.

boostin4fun · 02-06-2009, 09:29 PM

UPDATE: The CRX has ran for the first time!!

boostin4fun · 02-06-2009, 09:31 PM

I had a few electrical gremlins to even get it started. I discovered a plug was not hooked up under the fuse box which was causing problems. I love having factory service manuals with wiring schematics! Then after that I couldnt get the starter to engage. After a smoke break I noticed i forgot the ground straps. Its funny how easy it is to miss something that obvious. After the ground strap was hooked up the car fired up.

boostin4fun · 02-06-2009, 09:36 PM

I let the car run for about 10 minutes or so to reach full operating temperature. There were no leaks of any to be found anywhere. One thing I noticed when leaving the shop was that the primary on the number 4 cylinder had not changed color. I pulled the plug and discovered it was clean, so obiously the number 4 cylinder does not have spark or fuel. I cant believe this because just with the basemap I loaded the car ran smooth with a steady 800rpm idle. I have to figure out the problem tomorrow but I have a feeling that it is a fuel issue and maybe the injector ground is not making contact. I am excited though because this thing runs damn good at its only on 3 cylinders as of now! I will be getting this problem fixed shortly and the other small things I have left. I will be doing some wide band tuning here shortly on a empty highway. My buddy is going to get video up for me so I will finally have video of one of my builds! I will update with further progress soon.

riceracerex · 02-07-2009, 12:07 AM

Great job on your build and congrats!

boostin4fun · 02-07-2009, 07:01 PM

Well I made some progress today. I finished the custom cold air intake I was making. Also I figured out why number 4 cylinder is dead. I started off by checking for spark and it was good. I then retraced all of my wiring to the ecu which all checked out fine. Then I decided to switch the injectors on cylinder 3 and 4. After starting it number 4 was finally firing and number 3 was dead. So I have traced the problem difinetively to the injector. The only possiblities are that the injector is clogged or defective. I cant believe this because they are brand new RC injectors. I have never had a problem before with RC's so will see what happens. If it is clogged I would be suprised because I put in a new gas tank and filter. I am going to drop the injector of at this diesel shop and have they attempt to clean or diagnose the problem. Worst case scenario I will have to get a new injector from RC.

boostin4fun · 02-07-2009, 07:03 PM

I will be finishing up the exhaust and odds and ends soon. I will update with new pictures and results as they happen. I will get some video up when I get all the kinks worked out!

Gnarphantom · 02-07-2009, 08:57 PM

Very nice build man, I like the painted block and chrome valve cover, you don't see either of those very often with Hondas

boostin4fun · 02-08-2009, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gnarphantom

Very nice build man, I like the painted block and chrome valve cover, you don't see either of those very often with Hondas

I am glad that you like the build. I like to get input and suggestions from other people. The chrome valve cover is kind of like my signature trademark when I do a complete rebuild for someone. I put together 3 ls/vtecs in the last couple of years all of which have the chrome valve cover; I think it looks sexy!

SPEEDFREAK0920 · 10-21-2009, 02:35 PM

sorry if this is too old to bump but, Did you ever get any #'s for this setup? I am in the process of building an ls-vtec myself. nice write-up thnx

boostin4fun · 10-21-2009, 02:57 PM

No, we havent gotten any numbers for it yet. It needs to get an alignment and a few more miles on it before we hit the dyno. The motor runs great, its quite, no smoke or leaks of any kind. I never took final pictures of it all together. I will update this and put up new pics and eventually a dyno sheet. I also need to get my other build on the dyno, its only street tuned. I will update that other thread two with some numbers!

SPEEDFREAK0920 · 10-21-2009, 03:13 PM

niice!

01-23-2008, 04:53 PM	#76
boostin4fun Boosted ls/vtec ohh yeah! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Omaha Age: 23 Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: EM1 EBP boosted ls/vtec, EM1 EBP Daily Driver Rep Power: 18	I totally agree that the cams are overkill but I was able to hook my friend up with these brand new for $400. Your not going to get a better deal then that for brand new s2s2 cams! I would have preferred the stage 1 cams. Who knows if it turns out that the cams are not working well with the setup I will swap them out. It only takes about 2 hours. I am going to be getting this all finished up pretty soon and will definetly update this thread. This car will be moving under its own power again before spring. __________________ My build threads: http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...c-build-84953/ http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...inished-92905/ I offer ecu socketing/chipping, tuning, swaps, and builds. PM me for details and pricing.

02-17-2008, 11:12 PM	#83
noslen Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 1 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 0	p28 chip Hi there! I'm from portugal and i can't find any good chip for my civic 1.6 vtec, i've a (37820-P28-G02 766-710229 AWR) ECU. I just want to modified the vtec and rev limiter, can you please help me? If so send me a message to my mail(nfcabo@hotmail.com) Thanks

01-29-2009, 05:33 PM	#85
boostin4fun Boosted ls/vtec ohh yeah! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Omaha Age: 23 Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: EM1 EBP boosted ls/vtec, EM1 EBP Daily Driver Rep Power: 18	Just wanted to let you guys know that this bitch is almost ready to fire up! I finished almost all of the wiring last night. All I have left to do is make a test pipe and intake. I will be working on it tomorrow and will post up some new pics of the progress. I am pretty excited to see this get done since it has been the longest build of my life! __________________ My build threads: http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...c-build-84953/ http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...inished-92905/ I offer ecu socketing/chipping, tuning, swaps, and builds. PM me for details and pricing.

01-31-2009, 07:03 PM	#86
boostin4fun Boosted ls/vtec ohh yeah! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Omaha Age: 23 Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: EM1 EBP boosted ls/vtec, EM1 EBP Daily Driver Rep Power: 18	Here are some updated pictures. Just about done I hope the weather improves so I can do some tuning. Attached Thumbnails __________________ My build threads: http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...c-build-84953/ http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...inished-92905/ I offer ecu socketing/chipping, tuning, swaps, and builds. PM me for details and pricing.

01-31-2009, 07:07 PM	#87
boostin4fun Boosted ls/vtec ohh yeah! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Omaha Age: 23 Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: EM1 EBP boosted ls/vtec, EM1 EBP Daily Driver Rep Power: 18	I had a lot of wiring to do for the dpfi to mpfi swap and to obd1 with vtec. The jumper harness is integrated into the factory wiring in some places to avoid having to depin and repin some of the wires. Attached Thumbnails __________________ My build threads: http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...c-build-84953/ http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...inished-92905/ I offer ecu socketing/chipping, tuning, swaps, and builds. PM me for details and pricing.


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01-23-2008, 10:11 PM	#78
phoenix9262 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Syracuse NY Age: 21 Posts: 2 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: a POS Buick Rep Power: 0	thought of an H22 before, but an Integra GS-R motor costs a fortune so it would be kinda tough, and yeah, I've heard that about rods being weak, I'm assuming it's from the high revving capacity of the B16 right?

01-26-2008, 05:08 AM	#79
Luis998 Honda Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Orlando, Florida Age: 33 Posts: 2,848 iTrader: 4 / 100% Ride: '94 EG sedan w /Z6, '97 EK hatch Rep Power: 103	So after reading every post carefully and wiping the drool from my chin...then having to replace my shorted out keyboard #81 times (see drool reference as to why I had to replace it) I have got to tip my hat to the job you have done. It's great to see and learn from knowledgeable people like you. After having pondered for...believe it or not, ten years, I will be doing an LS/VTEC swap myself. It might take a year to even finish the engine build but it will be worth the time and patience. Kick ass job my friend. Keep it up and keep us updated.

01-27-2008, 09:51 PM	#82
wolfenr1984 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 1 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 0	OK, I have read from page 1 to 4 and I am loving what I see but my pockets are not that deep. So, as far as money is concerned, can you all answer me the following question. A JDM B16a long block or a stronger LS motor (balanced crank, head bolts, connecting rod bolts, etc.) with a VTEC head for my '91 Integra? It's obvious that the B16a is basically a direct replacement and more than likely the easiest but I am looking for the best HP/dollar I can get and that I can get now. Thanks, Nick

02-03-2009, 07:16 PM	#88
monty92 Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: regina, sask Age: 19 Posts: 59 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 92 integra gs, 03 sonoma zr2 Rep Power: 2	did you sleeve the motor?

02-03-2009, 08:20 PM	#89
klyph Dismember Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: North Pole, AK Age: 25 Posts: 4,229 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: Whatever i can get behind the wheel of Blog Entries: 1 Rep Power: 263	That's way too clean. You need to pour a quart of oil on that engine and drive down a dusty road.

02-06-2009, 09:29 PM	#90
boostin4fun Boosted ls/vtec ohh yeah! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Omaha Age: 23 Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: EM1 EBP boosted ls/vtec, EM1 EBP Daily Driver Rep Power: 18	UPDATE: The CRX has ran for the first time!! __________________ My build threads: http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...c-build-84953/ http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...inished-92905/ I offer ecu socketing/chipping, tuning, swaps, and builds. PM me for details and pricing.

02-06-2009, 09:31 PM	#91
boostin4fun Boosted ls/vtec ohh yeah! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Omaha Age: 23 Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: EM1 EBP boosted ls/vtec, EM1 EBP Daily Driver Rep Power: 18	I had a few electrical gremlins to even get it started. I discovered a plug was not hooked up under the fuse box which was causing problems. I love having factory service manuals with wiring schematics! Then after that I couldnt get the starter to engage. After a smoke break I noticed i forgot the ground straps. Its funny how easy it is to miss something that obvious. After the ground strap was hooked up the car fired up. __________________ My build threads: http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...c-build-84953/ http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...inished-92905/ I offer ecu socketing/chipping, tuning, swaps, and builds. PM me for details and pricing.

02-06-2009, 09:36 PM	#92
boostin4fun Boosted ls/vtec ohh yeah! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Omaha Age: 23 Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: EM1 EBP boosted ls/vtec, EM1 EBP Daily Driver Rep Power: 18	I let the car run for about 10 minutes or so to reach full operating temperature. There were no leaks of any to be found anywhere. One thing I noticed when leaving the shop was that the primary on the number 4 cylinder had not changed color. I pulled the plug and discovered it was clean, so obiously the number 4 cylinder does not have spark or fuel. I cant believe this because just with the basemap I loaded the car ran smooth with a steady 800rpm idle. I have to figure out the problem tomorrow but I have a feeling that it is a fuel issue and maybe the injector ground is not making contact. I am excited though because this thing runs damn good at its only on 3 cylinders as of now! I will be getting this problem fixed shortly and the other small things I have left. I will be doing some wide band tuning here shortly on a empty highway. My buddy is going to get video up for me so I will finally have video of one of my builds! I will update with further progress soon. __________________ My build threads: http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...c-build-84953/ http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...inished-92905/ I offer ecu socketing/chipping, tuning, swaps, and builds. PM me for details and pricing.

02-07-2009, 12:07 AM	#93
riceracerex D-Series Ninja Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Pryor, Ok Age: 23 Posts: 385 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 90' Honda CRX Si Rep Power: 11	Great job on your build and congrats! __________________ "¿ʞɐǝɹɟ ɐ ǝɹ,noʎ uǝɥʍ 'ʇı ʇ,usı 'ʎlǝuol s,ʇı" uɐɯ ǝlqısıʌuı uɐ ɟo sɹıoɯǝɯ ɯoɹɟ ǝʇonb ɐ ɟo pǝpuıɯǝɹ ɯ,ı

02-07-2009, 07:01 PM	#94
boostin4fun Boosted ls/vtec ohh yeah! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Omaha Age: 23 Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: EM1 EBP boosted ls/vtec, EM1 EBP Daily Driver Rep Power: 18	Well I made some progress today. I finished the custom cold air intake I was making. Also I figured out why number 4 cylinder is dead. I started off by checking for spark and it was good. I then retraced all of my wiring to the ecu which all checked out fine. Then I decided to switch the injectors on cylinder 3 and 4. After starting it number 4 was finally firing and number 3 was dead. So I have traced the problem difinetively to the injector. The only possiblities are that the injector is clogged or defective. I cant believe this because they are brand new RC injectors. I have never had a problem before with RC's so will see what happens. If it is clogged I would be suprised because I put in a new gas tank and filter. I am going to drop the injector of at this diesel shop and have they attempt to clean or diagnose the problem. Worst case scenario I will have to get a new injector from RC. __________________ My build threads: http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...c-build-84953/ http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...inished-92905/ I offer ecu socketing/chipping, tuning, swaps, and builds. PM me for details and pricing.

02-07-2009, 07:03 PM	#95
boostin4fun Boosted ls/vtec ohh yeah! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Omaha Age: 23 Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: EM1 EBP boosted ls/vtec, EM1 EBP Daily Driver Rep Power: 18	I will be finishing up the exhaust and odds and ends soon. I will update with new pictures and results as they happen. I will get some video up when I get all the kinks worked out! __________________ My build threads: http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...c-build-84953/ http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...inished-92905/ I offer ecu socketing/chipping, tuning, swaps, and builds. PM me for details and pricing.

02-07-2009, 08:57 PM	#96
Gnarphantom Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Mankato, MN Posts: 68 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: LS Swapped CRX Rep Power: 4	Very nice build man, I like the painted block and chrome valve cover, you don't see either of those very often with Hondas

10-21-2009, 02:35 PM	#98
SPEEDFREAK0920 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: chI-t0wn fo0 Posts: 329 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 15	sorry if this is too old to bump but, Did you ever get any #'s for this setup? I am in the process of building an ls-vtec myself. nice write-up thnx __________________ d0mestics are like tampons...every pussy needs one

10-21-2009, 02:57 PM	#99
boostin4fun Boosted ls/vtec ohh yeah! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Omaha Age: 23 Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: EM1 EBP boosted ls/vtec, EM1 EBP Daily Driver Rep Power: 18	No, we havent gotten any numbers for it yet. It needs to get an alignment and a few more miles on it before we hit the dyno. The motor runs great, its quite, no smoke or leaks of any kind. I never took final pictures of it all together. I will update this and put up new pics and eventually a dyno sheet. I also need to get my other build on the dyno, its only street tuned. I will update that other thread two with some numbers! __________________ My build threads: http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...c-build-84953/ http://hondaswap.com/engine-building...inished-92905/ I offer ecu socketing/chipping, tuning, swaps, and builds. PM me for details and pricing.

10-21-2009, 03:13 PM	#100
SPEEDFREAK0920 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: chI-t0wn fo0 Posts: 329 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 15	niice! __________________ d0mestics are like tampons...every pussy needs one

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