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importjdmcivic · 05-31-2004, 11:15 PM

yeah i have a B18a in my civic but....i could get my hands on a B18b for real cheap and i am just wondering.....i know the specs of the B18a and B18b and i just want to know what is exactly the difference between the early B18a and B18b to have a different horsepower and torque rating.....does the B18b have a better flowing head or something? And can i swap a B18c head on my B18a block? Is there a difference between the B18a and B18b that would make an Ls/Vtec swap harder?.....oh and the B18 in my civic is from a 90 integra....yeah i know....

brian11to1 · 06-01-2004, 01:17 AM

B18A1 - 90-91 - OBD0(=90-91) 130hp/121lb ft TQ
B18A1 - 92-93 - OBD1(=92-93) 140hp/121 lb ft TQ
B18B1 - 94-01 - OBD1(=94-95)-2A(=96-98)-2B(=98-01) 145hp/127lb ft TQ

differences between all ls engines are: intake manifold, cams, exhaust header, electronics (obd generations)

brian11to1 · 06-01-2004, 01:25 AM

oh and next time run to the reference section. not everyone is as lenient as i

mtegra · 06-04-2004, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SpodaB1@Jun 1 2004, 01:17 AM
B18A1 - 90-91 - OBD0(=90-91) 130hp/121lb ft TQ
B18A1 - 92-93 - OBD1(=92-93) 140hp/121 lb ft TQ
B18B1 - 94-01 - OBD1(=94-95)-2A(=96-98)-2B(=98-01) 145hp/127lb ft TQ

differences between all ls engines are: intake manifold, cams, exhaust header, electronics (obd generations)

Actually 92-93 have 126ft/lbs. Straight from the official sales brochure

ENGINEERING RS-LS-GS
Engine Type 1.8L, DOHC, 4-cyl., 16-valve
HP, SAE net 140 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque: 126 lbs-ft (17.4 kg-m)
Redline 6500 rpm
Bore & Stroke 3.19 in x 3.50 in
(81mm x 89mm)

92b16vx · 06-05-2004, 02:23 AM

Interesting, I just realized there is no Japanese B18A, hmmm....

oh yea, that is correct 17.4 kg, an it's 125.8544392, rounded up to 126 lbs-ft

brian11to1 · 06-05-2004, 02:29 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by mtegra+Jun 4 2004, 03:41 PM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(mtegra @ Jun 4 2004, 03:41 PM)</div><div class='quotemain'> <!--QuoteBegin-SpodaB1@Jun 1 2004, 01:17 AM
B18A1 - 90-91 - OBD0(=90-91) 130hp/121lb ft TQ
B18A1 - 92-93 - OBD1(=92-93) 140hp/121 lb ft TQ
B18B1 - 94-01 - OBD1(=94-95)-2A(=96-98)-2B(=98-01) 145hp/127lb ft TQ

differences between all ls engines are: intake manifold, cams, exhaust header, electronics (obd generations)

Actually 92-93 have 126ft/lbs. Straight from the official sales brochure

ENGINEERING RS-LS-GS
Engine Type 1.8L, DOHC, 4-cyl., 16-valve
HP, SAE net 140 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque: 126 lbs-ft (17.4 kg-m)
Redline 6500 rpm
Bore & Stroke 3.19 in x 3.50 in
(81mm x 89mm) [/b][/quote]
I pulled it from our reference section, B take heed to this post... good info here...

92b16vx, the B18A1 is a US motor. The B18B was Japanese woot, obviously now that you know that.

***EDIT - Sorry 92b16vx***

92b16vx · 06-05-2004, 02:33 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by SpodaB1+Jun 5 2004, 08:29 AM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(SpodaB1 @ Jun 5 2004, 08:29 AM)</div><div class='quotemain'>

Quote:

Originally posted by mtegra@Jun 4 2004, 03:41 PM
<!--QuoteBegin-SpodaB1

Quote:

@Jun 1 2004, 01:17 AM
B18A1 - 90-91 - OBD0(=90-91) 130hp/121lb ft TQ
B18A1 - 92-93 - OBD1(=92-93) 140hp/121 lb ft TQ
B18B1 - 94-01 - OBD1(=94-95)-2A(=96-98)-2B(=98-01) 145hp/127lb ft TQ

differences between all ls engines are: intake manifold, cams, exhaust header, electronics (obd generations)

Actually 92-93 have 126ft/lbs. Straight from the official sales brochure

ENGINEERING RS-LS-GS
Engine Type 1.8L, DOHC, 4-cyl., 16-valve
HP, SAE net 140 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque: 126 lbs-ft (17.4 kg-m)
Redline 6500 rpm
Bore & Stroke 3.19 in x 3.50 in
(81mm x 89mm)

I pulled it from our reference section, B take heed to this post... good info here...

Calesta, the B18A1 is a US motor. The B18B was Japanese woot, obviously now that you know that. [/b][/quote]
I'm not Calesta, and I knew the B17A1 was US only, but never paid attention to the B18A1.

brian11to1 · 06-05-2004, 02:45 AM

Sorry...

HCKRU · 06-18-2008, 02:49 PM

i have a spare b18a1 from a 1990 teg, would it be worth keeping and dropping in to 94+ teg after a all motor rebuild, or just rebuild the b18b?

HCKRU · 06-18-2008, 03:14 PM

i was or still planning to put in the JDM B16A P30 81mm pistons into my b18b block with eagle lighten crank and H beam rods, notch my block is the must with bigger rods would anyone have a better suggestion on pistons? keep in mind building an all motor engine. all suggestions are much apreciated

BrutalB83 · 06-18-2008, 08:53 PM

Do you realize this thread is 4 years old dude? Don't bring back dead conversations, just start a new one...

beastcivic2000 · 06-19-2008, 05:34 AM

im new here....so whats up to all u honda lovers i got myself a 2000 civic hx and a 95 prelude si

BrutalB83 · 06-19-2008, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beastcivic2000

im new here....so whats up to all u honda lovers i got myself a 2000 civic hx and a 95 prelude si

Are you kidding me? Did you not see that this thread is 4 years old and that I just chastised the other guy for bringing it back to life? Start a new thread moron...

eg6sir · 06-19-2008, 01:39 PM

05-31-2004, 11:15 PM	#1
importjdmcivic Its the NUGE! Join Date: May 2004 Location: Johnson City, TN Posts: 408 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: Eg Rep Power: 15	yeah i have a B18a in my civic but....i could get my hands on a B18b for real cheap and i am just wondering.....i know the specs of the B18a and B18b and i just want to know what is exactly the difference between the early B18a and B18b to have a different horsepower and torque rating.....does the B18b have a better flowing head or something? And can i swap a B18c head on my B18a block? Is there a difference between the B18a and B18b that would make an Ls/Vtec swap harder?.....oh and the B18 in my civic is from a 90 integra....yeah i know.... __________________ Ever wonder what makes special sauce so special?.....yo....

06-01-2004, 01:17 AM	#2
brian11to1 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 9,001 iTrader: 2 / 100% Rep Power: 111	B18A1 - 90-91 - OBD0(=90-91) 130hp/121lb ft TQ B18A1 - 92-93 - OBD1(=92-93) 140hp/121 lb ft TQ B18B1 - 94-01 - OBD1(=94-95)-2A(=96-98)-2B(=98-01) 145hp/127lb ft TQ differences between all ls engines are: intake manifold, cams, exhaust header, electronics (obd generations) __________________ 90 Integra Sedan B20V 225 / 153 I DO NOT answer tech questions via PM. Use the forums!!!

06-01-2004, 01:25 AM	#3
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06-18-2008, 02:49 PM	#9
HCKRU B18B1-DC2 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Pasadena Posts: 6 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 95 DC2 Rep Power: 0	B18b1 i have a spare b18a1 from a 1990 teg, would it be worth keeping and dropping in to 94+ teg after a all motor rebuild, or just rebuild the b18b?

06-18-2008, 03:14 PM	#10
HCKRU B18B1-DC2 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Pasadena Posts: 6 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 95 DC2 Rep Power: 0	i was or still planning to put in the JDM B16A P30 81mm pistons into my b18b block with eagle lighten crank and H beam rods, notch my block is the must with bigger rods would anyone have a better suggestion on pistons? keep in mind building an all motor engine. all suggestions are much apreciated

06-18-2008, 08:53 PM	#11
BrutalB83 Crusher of Noob Ambitions Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Oxford, MI Age: 26 Posts: 7,235 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 97 Integra LS Coupe Rep Power: 176	Do you realize this thread is 4 years old dude? Don't bring back dead conversations, just start a new one... __________________ If you find something I say helpful, please rep it up! Also, DO NOT PM me with tech questions! Use the forums so we can all benefit from the answers. I will NOT respond to tech-related PMs... 97 Integra LS Coupe: AEM Intake/Megan Header/Magnaflow Exhaust Tokico Shocks & Springs Megan Strut Braces & H-Brace 98-01 Conversion (Front/Rear Bumpers & "Mesh" Alloys)

06-19-2008, 05:34 AM	#12
beastcivic2000 Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 1 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 0	im new here....so whats up to all u honda lovers i got myself a 2000 civic hx and a 95 prelude si

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