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dumped echo
26-04-2005, 09:40 PM
Ok so i read the b16a thread...but i still have a few questions

i'm considering a b16a swap into a EF crx or a EG civic...
i know originally they came with b16a1 and b16a2 respectively...each having different ecu obd things...would that mean there's any problems putting the b16a2 into a crx considering i got a half cut?

Secondly...which would u recommend?...i know there's been a post already...crx is lighter but less rigidity...but apart from that...is there anything else?...aftermarket support etc. Plus as related to the first question...if i go for the crx...would it be best to source a crx front cut or would an eg one be just as good?...i'd imagine the crx one would be harder to find?

Thirdly...where can i source a shell?...i mean...it should be cheaper to find a car that is in good condition...regarding lights..seats..etc...but the engine is screwed. Rather than finding a running car and then swapping out the engine right?

Lastly...(for now) how easy is it to do the swap myself...and by "myself" i mean in my garage...with minimal tools...and with the help of friends only...I'd need to find a service manual somewhere right?...with all the information and bolt torquing specs...

I dunno...i guess its pretty noob...but i gotta start somewhere right?

Thanks to anyone who goes to the effort to reply...haha

z3lda
26-04-2005, 09:47 PM
how much are you willing to pay for a crx with a fkd up engine. i have one sittin on the streets gathering bird shit.

crx gen2 b16 is cable clutch and eg b16 is hydro clutch. get the same front cut as the vcar you car buying. its the simplest way to go about it.

converting it yourself with minimal tools is a no go zone.

dumped echo
26-04-2005, 09:54 PM
i'd be willig to pay $3000?...haha
not in any rush though....should wait till my lil bro finishes yr 12 first...so got 6 months to contemplate...but if i good deal comes up...then yeah...

ok so what about not "minimal" tools....i'd buy whats needed i guess