So how much would a K20A2 cost to get swapped in to a 97 LX? Probably like 5 or 6 grand?

 

That willget you an engine. plan on9,000-12,000 depends on how extreme you want to go.

Don't feel like re-writing so check it out.
https://www.hondacivicforum.com/m_472452/tm.htm

 

Now that I look at it your the same person I told this to before, Don't believe me start researching it. Just cause there is a 2 at the end of it does not mean its a different style enginge you still have to fab a lot. The K20a is a JDM Type-Rand the K20a2 is USDM Type-S theU.S version has 20 less Hp and 50 less Tq. Give or take.

 

i saw a k20A engine for 3000, then shippping was something.. chekc it out on ebay motors... maybe you'll be lucky and he'll be from atraveling distance.