B18C7 in a Civic Coupe VTi

[CONAN]

Has this been done before?

What is your opinion on it? Is it worth it? Cost wise, performance factor.. etc.


dropping in a Dc2r motor in a Civic coupe Vti, including gearbox and brake upgrade.

how much would it cost rougly? does the motor fit straight in..

Please express your thoughts............

[tRipitaka]

VTi = dseries
dc2r = bseries

new mounts, probably grab some from an EK4..
it'd be better to get an EM1 and then drop a b18c7 in that.. easier job, better handling than EJ8

[J-MuN]

i think it'll be pretty orite

bit of a hassle imo, but the result will be worth it

[MRJDM]

do it best thing ull ever do

[z3lda]

vti = 50 times cheaper then em1

[**Ghost**]

for the cost of buyign a Type R motor + labor... i reckon u prolly could at least come close to buying a type R if u sell ur coupe

now by all i means i'm not suggesting u DO that... i mean if ur attached to the body of the coupe or u wanna be different thats absolutely cool

but just be AWARE of that fact....and be aware that if u bought a "out of the box" type R u'd be getting a lot more goodies like recaros, cool rims, etc etc

but as i said... it depends on how much ur attached to ur coupe... if u r attached... then do it

[JDMTMY]

i was thinking of doing the same thing conan. just gotta find a ej first hehe. still looking to buy one. i got a mate from japan who is gona start looking for an b18c7 for me once i get the ej and money for the b18c7. duno bout prices yet. ill worry bout that after i get a ej hehe

[Z]

[Waggy]

Yeah that would be a great swap.

My personal opinion about engine swaps though, is that I think they are a lot of trouble and not everything is always peachy and works first time. You see I bought an EM1, do I ever think of changing the engine in it? NO. It already has a B16A2, why would I wanna waste money and swap that awesome engine out and drop another in?

Part of my opinion comes from my lack of funds, and the inability of the workshops in my area though. Hey, if I was super rich I'd surely be dropping in a K20 or K24, whacking a turbo on it and taking it out as a weekend weapon while driving another car to work and back during the week.

Insurance is an issue too. But if that isn't an issue, for ease of upgrade, I'd prolly be whacking a turbo on the D-series. Those things pull like sperm whales.

Just my .02

[tRipitaka]

[type one]

Has this been done before?

What is your opinion on it? Is it worth it? Cost wise, performance factor.. etc.


dropping in a Dc2r motor in a Civic coupe Vti, including gearbox and brake upgrade.

how much would it cost rougly? does the motor fit straight in..

Please express your thoughts............

B18C7 is a great engine - a little low on torque down low but overall obviously an excellent engine. It is part of the overall package (ie the engine doesn't make the car) and as a result you have been wise to consider brake and suspension etc upgrades as you will need to do this fastidiously and not cut corners if you are to get the most out of the engine.

A B18C7 including lsd gearbox and looms can be sourced for 5.5k plus - alternatively you can source a jap spec b18c1 for roughtly the same price, bt there are probably more floating around and it might offer you a little bit more power out of the factory.

Given the cost of the engine, plus maybe a 5 lug conversion, plus a good set of suspension and then maybe a few other miscellaneous items here and there (incl hard to find engine mounts) then you would be well above 10k without putting the engine in yet.

This is just a reall basic rundown - pls also remember that depending on the experience of your mechanic you car will probably be off the road for a good 2 weeks to month (or more!).

I LOVE the idea of hybrids - they are just an awesome sight... an engine built for a heavier car in a lighter chassis just magnificent, you just need to do your homework and add up your pros and cons and then take the plunge

[D16Y]

lolol i love that pic.

b18c7 would be awesome in an ej8!