Basic B20 vtec build

[BennyH]

Hey guys this topic might have been covered already but I can't seem to one hat I'm after. About the b20 vtec build its just for daily use. I've got a b18c2 and want to buil it with the b20. Can I keep the bottom end complete stock as in just slap the b18 top with conversion kit without changing rod bolts head studs and all? Or is it a must to do. Keep in mind this is just a daily build nothing crazy.

[JDM DC2R]

head wont fit without modification. Not a dirrect bolt on!

[BennyH]

Are you talking about the dowels to line the head up with the block?

[stndrd]

All you will need is the b20/vtec conversion kit and the c2 head will fit fine.

[Chr1s]

Clear your inbox mate,

[fatboyz39]

At least do rod bolts (APR). You'll need a B20/VTEC conversion kit, b20b8 block the rest will be fitting all the parts together. If you aint gonna change rod bolt you'll be limited to rpm (7200rpm)

[BennyH]

Okay well you guys know where I'm headed at. A bone stock basic b20. Now with all this stuff put together. Am I able to use the stock ecu or do I have to buy an aftermarket one and get the car tuned?

[na-118]

you'll have to go chipped of hondata to tune it,
won't run properly without it.

if you're going to drive it hard here and there, suggest rod bolts and headstuds

[JDM DC2R]

http://honda-tech.com/showthread.php?t=1676914

[Chr1s]

I've spun STOCK bottom b20's to 8k many times on stock rod bolts.

I'd still change them out for piece of mind though........