i'm doing a lot of info searching and learning before i start the actual work on my '92 HB DX. i have a few quick questions

1. Is it a better idea to keep my D15b7 and turbocharge it (150,000 mi.) or
2. Swap in a B18B1. I like the hp/torque rating and $


just some info, i already have Eibach springs on car, 15' acura rims. i'll be installing camber kit soon. rear disc conversion coming and strut tower brace. Bodywork with clear lense lights. That's all, just very simple looking and functional.

my aim is a great handling car with nice power to boot. I don't race but I like knowing the car can kick when i want it to. thanks guys

p.s. i posted this on one other site i also respect , so please no offense if someone sees a duplicate. i need as many knowlegdeable
opinions as i can find.

 

generaly it better the upgrade the engine... plus your stock engine only have 102 hp.. what color u got i have a 92 civic Dx as well... i put a d16z6 in mine...... it's not much of an imporvment but i got it for free...

 

it's white, but i'm going to get it painted a light metallic blue.

thnx for reply

 

mine light blue......

 

got any pics................i'll post mine when i take some

 

It's in the Photo Gallery... it's still very stock i have only had it for like 3 months...

 

yeah, go with the swap. at 150k you wont last all that long with boost. get a low mileage B18, and eventually you can get a turbo on that if you want to go faster still. but for lower maintenence, the swap should be better, esp if you do some extra stuff while you are doing the swap. like a waterpump and timing belt, along with a new clutch. those are way easier to do with the motor out.

 

great thanks