Noobie. Mini with a Vtec JDM B16A
Hi all,
My name is Steve (aka Dutchy) and have a Supercharged mini. (Dutchysmini.com) I have just bought a Honda B16A Vtec to retrofit into my mini (massive job but I am up for the challenge) Quite common in the US. Check out superfastminis.com
I mainly joined to learn more about the JDM B16A engines and what mods people are doing in Aus as I am always looking for ideas to upgrade. This is my toy car so there is always a project on the go of some sort. with more than 14 years experience in automotive parts I hope I can also add some useful info to relevant posts along the way.
Cheers,
Dutchy
Noobie. Mini with a Vtec JDM B16A
It is now time. I have decided to move forward with a build thread. If there is any Honda info that I have missed or should be mindful of then don't hesitate to chime in.
Here we go.
My current mini engine details are below and can be found on http://www.dutchysmini.com/supercharging.html :
88 Rover mini
1275 Manual - Standard bottom end
Ported head, 35mm inlet valves
Ceramic coated Exhaust manifold
Eaton M45 Supercharger
Custom made inlet manifold
3 x 646cc Siemens injectors
2 core radiator
new clutch & seal
Autronic SM3 ECU (SM4 firmware)
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The Honda:
I purchased a JDM B16A complete with manifolds, 5spd transmission, ECU, engine wiring, gear linkages, driveshafts & dash cluster.
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I am aiming to build my own frame to fit the B16A into my round nose without extending or modifying the front.
Tough ask from what people on the mini forums are saying. Mainly due to the Australian requirements for engineering and registration
I have discussed with my engineer who has given me all the relevant info to get it passed and registered.
IN the mean time, a few goodies have been purchased.
Wilwood Pedal kit from Minitec
Minisport 4 piston calipers & 8.4" vented and slotted front discs
Stainless exhaust manifold
New Radiator & hoses
Second hand rocker cover - cleaned and blasted ready for red wrinkle paint
I was considering buying a half cut and working with that for the subframe build but after much thought i think it will be better to use my body and strip my engine out.
Before I do I was was thinking of seeing what interest is out there for my complete engine with supercharger and ECU. You could pretty much drop it in, wired it in and away you go.
Any ideas on what it would be worth? if anyone is interested then PM me to discuss. l want to leave it in the vehicle for serious buyers to test drive before pulling it out. Based in Melbourne VIC.
Cheers,
Dutchy
It will be a slow project but I will keep you all updated.
Noobie. Mini with a Vtec JDM B16A
Noobie. Mini with a Vtec JDM B16A
Part of the fun: engine in, engine out, engine in, engine out.
This time to get the castor rod mounts tacked in, rear engine mount tacked together too.
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Noobie. Mini with a Vtec JDM B16A
The Autronic (tuneable) is already installed as it ran my supercharged engine. I was and probably am still in two minds which way to go.
The Autronic will need tuning once done but quicker to wire up the engine considering it is in the car already. It will cost more in tuning though.
The stock ECU I have is a chipped P28 but I am unsure how reliable this will be. It didn't come out of the same car so I would be hoping it is tuned correctly for the engine. The engine is a B16A with an Integra type R inlet manifold and throttle body. I ordered a chip advising the supplier of this info but I am putting my trust into someone online that it is right and won't destroy the engine.
On another note, If I make any mods later like cams and the likes then I am probably best to have the Autronic. If I do it now I won't have to do it twice (stock then tuneable)
Hence the two minds.
Noobie. Mini with a Vtec JDM B16A
Why would I buy a Hondata if I already have a tuneable ECU that's already fitted?
Either way they both need tuning. I am then just spending more money on a Hondata S300 aren't I? What are the benefits of the Hondata over mine?
Noobie. Mini with a Vtec JDM B16A
Noobie. Mini with a Vtec JDM B16A
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Miniman_Alis
Oh wow what the hell happened to the diff? I have a oem lsd if you're interested also a stock open diff.
Not sure exactly. I pulled the axles out and 3 pcs of the diff fell out. When I removed the diff it was broken inside the bearing as well.
I did notice that one of the bolt holes that holds the intermediate shaft to the engine block was stripped so maybe the shaft was moving around??? Has anyone else has this happen?
I have ordered an MFactory LSD diff but thanks for the offer.