Guest 90accordman Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 I have a '90 2 door accord LX and would like to replace the engine. I have grown up replacing same type engines but never put an engine in that was not the same. I would like to put a newer and more powerful engine in. Does anyone have any recommendations as to what I can put in it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 Drop in a 454 big block in it smile.gif I'm not sure, but I'm sure there are some people on here who can help ya out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oo0martelle0oO Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 Buck your on crack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 Off to the "Tech Help" section!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 Na... about the same as dropping a 350 in a Chevette smile.gif Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oo0martelle0oO Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 Yeah but a 454 wont fit into a Honda without alot of work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drunkendubber Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 You should talk to trborex he knows a reasonable amount about your honda's. U can prices on motors at www.nippon-motors.com and go through and pick what u like. But brian (trborex) is the guy to talk to. Kyle G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrousbird Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 Yeah, do a blown 502 with a RWD conversion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty2Hotty Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by 90accordman: I have a '90 2 door accord LX and would like to replace the engine. I have grown up replacing same type engines but never put an engine in that was not the same. I would like to put a newer and more powerful engine in. Does anyone have any recommendations as to what I can put in it?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Well the F22 you have in it now it's not amazing, but OK. A newer more powerful engine would be the H22A, which is a 2.2 liter DOHC VTEC motor out of the prelude. The US versions come round 195 horsepower give or take, not bad and can pick them up used from 2,500$ to around 3,500$. That's with your transmission and ECU. Also another motor of choice to drop into the 4th generation accords are the H23 which is a 2.3 liter DOHC non-VTEC motor that will pt out around 170HP (all flywheel ratings of course). You could step up another notch and go with the full JDM japanese spec prelude SiR motor the H22A VETC, that'll kick out I think around 210 or so horsepower. I think these motors are actually a cable transmission and the ECU's are different, but I heard the motors scream. Talk to Berto (Accordood) or me, I can't say i am very interested anymore, but at one time I was, so I know a few things. MOST of these motors are direct fit in, but install kits with motor mounts and what not are needed. So if ya got anymore questions ask the import guys, I guess I am one of em' Peace-S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty2Hotty Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 Look on www.accordclub.com, if you got any big questions ask them. I hear there is a turbo kit out for the 4th generation accords, but that would utilize your old F22, yet you could rebuild it with forged pistons and what not. Depends on what you're goin for too, best bet to me is the H22 VTEC motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drunkendubber Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 a D series motor would probably be an easier swap too. Kyle G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug1647545489 Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 H22 and boost Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 Would a 3.0 V-tec fit in one? Just out of curiosity.. I know they put out 200 hp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Iria Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Buck531: Would a 3.0 V-tec fit in one? Just out of curiosity.. I know they put out 200 hp.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Is that the CRV engine? Would it fit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 3.0V V6..isn't that the Accord engine with Vtec on the exhaust cam only ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drunkendubber Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 just buy a less expensive motor and bullet proof it (internals) then u could run serious boost and not worry bout it maybe a teg. LS motor with a rebuilt head or b16a Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trouble Maker Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 Check out Hybrid Honda. It is a very good place to get info. Hope this helps. Very very good site, go check it out if you want to do any honda swap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trouble Maker Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by GT3 Master: Check out Hybrid Honda. It is a very good place to get info. Hope this helps. Very very good site, go check it out if you want to do any honda swap.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Hmm, I was just looking into civic swaps when I was (maybe some day still) and it seems that they only have Civics, but you still might be able to find some stuff there, such as general info on all honda engines, maybe links to some sites with accord stuff on it. [ 15 February 2002: Message edited by: GT3 Master ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Iria Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Kaptain CrackFiend: 3.0V V6..isn't that the Accord engine with Vtec on the exhaust cam only ?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Nope. I'm pretty sure it's 2.2L. It might be a 2.3 at the most. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 ZC swap or LSVTEC. also, check out www.turbohonda.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted February 15, 2002 Report Share Posted February 15, 2002 According to honda's Site the Accord is available with the 3.0 V6 w/ 200HP. I may not like honda's but i know I wasn't crazy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted February 16, 2002 Report Share Posted February 16, 2002 Yup.. that's what my mom's '98 Accord has.. it will scoot.. but there's no F'n torque.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty2Hotty Posted February 18, 2002 Report Share Posted February 18, 2002 The 3.0 V6 VETC motor in the 5th generation accords more than likely WOULDNOT fit in, plus they're not amazing for aftermarket goodies and makin a lot of power. The H22 for the 4th generation accords is perfect. Preludes/Accords, were very similar. AN H22 is a very well fitting motor, that will give power and also BUNCHES of aftermarket goodies. ZC is a 1.8 from an older integra, plus the car came stock with the F22 2.2 SOHC non-Vtec. An LS motor would be OK, but still too small for that car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berto Posted February 19, 2002 Report Share Posted February 19, 2002 wow i didn't realize thise was here! sweeet the 3.0 V6 came out in the 5th gen accord first and has continued into the new generation, its alright but ur more lickly to like the h22 more. plus dunno if the v6 fits, and it also only comes with an auto tranny. h23 is my recommendation if ur going to turbo ur car, if ur just going to go for engine power a h22a engine will give it to you. www.accordclub.com/store has a great price i've been pondering the swap also they ahve a good reputation comes with nearly everything. and its 2300 dollars for a manual tranny(more expensive one) its a great deal. and if u reffer me(not scott :-D) i get 50 bux! to help a brotha out. anyways, come out to one of the meets and i'll give you more info, this is all pretty basic. good site is www.h22a.org Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 90accordman Posted February 19, 2002 Report Share Posted February 19, 2002 Cool. Thanks for the help. accorddood, I might be able to come out Friday night, I know that nocab72 will be going and he said that I should come. I like to talk to you about my car and stuff, and see what I can do somewhat inexpensively for the time being. [ 19 February 2002: Message edited by: 90accordman ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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