what motor to choose?

[BLK220]

just a quick question guys.
im in two minds about what to do regarding the motor situation.
i do want to turbo charge the D series motor i have in my vti, but at the same time i have respect for na power and also thinking of a B18/16 hybrid.

cost wise isnt really important, although cheaper is always good...
could u guys give me any advice, and what might be involved to do these... even other peoples experiences with both of these.

thanks.

[mini_s2000]

i would choose n/a over forced induction anyday only because i have been there done that. i think that if your looking for a practicle everday engine, my b16b engine has been amazing but i think that there a bit hard to find these days, so go the b18!

[saxman]

I like actually having some torque, so turbo d>>>>>>>n/a b

[barefootbonzai]

Either way will end up costing you quite a bit of money. Just go with your heart.

[DR VTI]

Although the availability of used D-series engines at low prices makes it somewhat popular among those who modify it for high performance (as well as a popular item for swapping into earlier or less powerful Civics for an instant and trouble free power upgrade), the unmodified engine will not survive as much power enhancement by use of such external modifications as turbochargers, superchargers, or nitrous oxide as the more powerful, much more robust, and much much more expensive B-series; the Achilles heel of the D-series seems to be the connecting rods, which will withstand a substantial and noticeable increase in power up to a certain point, but will break if that limit is exceeded. Of course, the connecting rods and other internal parts can be replaced with more durable aftermarket parts which will survive almost any amount of power desired, but once that level of cost and labor is reached, a simple swap to a B-series usually seems more cost-effective, in the absence of any compelling reason to remain with the D-series.

[bennjamin]

Although the availability of used D-series engines at low prices makes it somewhat popular among those who modify it for high performance (as well as a popular item for swapping into earlier or less powerful Civics for an instant and trouble free power upgrade), the unmodified engine will not survive as much power enhancement by use of such external modifications as turbochargers, superchargers, or nitrous oxide as the more powerful, much more robust, and much much more expensive B-series; the Achilles heel of the D-series seems to be the connecting rods, which will withstand a substantial and noticeable increase in power up to a certain point, but will break if that limit is exceeded. Of course, the connecting rods and other internal parts can be replaced with more durable aftermarket parts which will survive almost any amount of power desired, but once that level of cost and labor is reached, a simple swap to a B-series usually seems more cost-effective, in the absence of any compelling reason to remain with the D-series.


Mate , next time honour the source you copied that from ok :)

Here - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_D_engine

:thumbsup:

[DR VTI]

sorry my bad :)

[todaek9]

depends what you want, and how much you got, and what sort of power u are looking for, and is it for track or drag...if you sort out this few question, then you will get your answer...

Power = Turbo it
Track = N/A
Drag = N/A or Turbo will do
N/A = B20
Turbo = T04 with B16

<10k = N/a or small little turbo
10k-15k = Bigger turbo or Really quick B20
>20k = high 11sec - 12 sec B20 - same goes with Turbo
more than 50k = get another car....

[type_r_118]

personally i would go NA...if money isnt really a problem..i saw someone sellin a k20a in the parts section
NA is better for reliability,and in books...respect!

[|N|]

depends wat u want it for...
for track use NA
for straight turbo

[Weq]

d-series rods (standard) start becomming a problem around 150kw.

[EGB16A]

k20a....
what more could you ask for? :D