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Versemaster · 02-22-2008, 12:02 PM

Okay i have been taking care of my kids and havent really been "In the Loop" as far as up to date newer and better parts of the 21 century ... LOL
N-E-Ways I know back in the day the H22 was the top of the line motor ou could swap into a 1991 prelude.... Is this still the case or is there a newer model... Please any comments would be great ... My B21a1 has been good but i wont to start upgrading intake , headers, ect... and i want them to to be installed on a more powerful engine. Right now I am working on Shocks, sturts and springs..... BUT i am Pricing Engines right now thats why i ask ....

Question Recap... LOL
H22???? <---- Is there a better engine out there for the 1991 ...
What have you swap and how do you like the end result???

Thanks
Skip

Versemaster · 02-22-2008, 12:03 PM

lol sorry " I want to start upgrading " not " I wont to ......"

**8695Beaters** · 02-22-2008, 08:01 PM

H22 is big and heavy. The K20A2 from the RSX-S has lots of high-rpm goodness and will fit in really nice. The K20Z from the new Civic Si is mostly the same, with the major exception of an LSD. Both are 6-speeds. The K24 from the TSX would probably be the best bet, since it has the most displacement of the group and can also rev nice and high. A K20 head on a K24 block is a good recipe for power. Or, it you are really lucky, you can find a wrecked RDX and nab the K23 with turbo. Unfortunately, it only comes in auto and since it only comes in an SUV, there's not a lot of aftermarket support.

The K-series is Honda's new super FWD four banger. Plenty of rpm and great quality. Unfortunately, your Prelude is nearly 20 years old, so making one of them fit will be a huge hassle, including lots of work for fueling, mounting, wiring, cooling, and drivetrain. There's lots of info on how to swap any K into an Integra or Civic, but not so much on a Prelude (Probably becuase they are more expensive and heavier than the Civic/Integra). If you go ahead and do a K swap, be ready for LOTS of fabrication.

Versemaster · 02-22-2008, 08:55 PM

Thanks for the Info .... i knew i heard something about the K series... i am going to be on the hunt for the K23 ... time for the research to find out if its going to worth all the trouble.... well i know it would be worth it i mean Logical for what i am going for ... Thanks again

Any other tid bits of info would be great

**PrimeTimeV6** · 02-23-2008, 12:13 PM

I guess it also depends on how deep your pockets are. I am one for the H22A1. It may have a little weight on it but its cheaper and You can get plenty of power out of it. I am also a B series fan. I think the K series motors have too much computer control. Just my own opinion.

**8695Beaters** · 02-23-2008, 01:31 PM

The Ks do have more computer control, but then again, you can't beat the power. And finding a K23 is going to be really damn hard, and like I said, it's going to be an auto. A K24 will be just as good and much easier to find. Or you could try finidng a V6. The Accord Coupe came with one and a six-speed stick. I think it would fit into the Prelude too. It's an odd swap, but you'll have more torque than any K (except the K23) and plenty of room fro more power.

Versemaster · 02-23-2008, 09:40 PM

Well ...(tear drops) My project came to SLAMMING END....... RIP I just bought a 2008 Lancer and i am parting my Lude ... Please get the word out there the front is gone .. radiator pushed into the engine (its an auto) the shifter is sitting at a 45 degree angle towards the passengers seat. (More Tears) i dont have a place to let this car just sit for years before i can repair it so i want to sell it ... All together or just parts of it...besides the front and engine the rest is in perfect condition ...

**PrimeTimeV6** · 02-23-2008, 09:54 PM

Sorry to hear about your loss. Good luck in the future bro.

**8695Beaters** · 02-23-2008, 09:54 PM

Oh, that's too bad. I've been there (twice), I feel for you.

philw19642002 · 05-01-2008, 07:15 PM

Man,I would lie down for a week or so!!I love my Lude!!I raced a 2008 Nissan Twin Turbo 350z today.We were doing well over 140mph.Mine only registers 140 but after he found out that he could not out run me(on Interstate) he stopped and I did as well.We talked for an hour about the race.He said that we hit 165mph at one point!!That blew me away!!I have a Honda Prelude 1992 with quite a bit of tweaks I like to call them.Anyhow,this guy had just bought the Z car and was driving home up until he ran into me!!That was fun.I did have to rub it in a little bit!!would'nt you?

02-22-2008, 12:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
Versemaster Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 16	I need some advice!!!!!!! Okay i have been taking care of my kids and havent really been "In the Loop" as far as up to date newer and better parts of the 21 century ... LOL N-E-Ways I know back in the day the H22 was the top of the line motor ou could swap into a 1991 prelude.... Is this still the case or is there a newer model... Please any comments would be great ... My B21a1 has been good but i wont to start upgrading intake , headers, ect... and i want them to to be installed on a more powerful engine. Right now I am working on Shocks, sturts and springs..... BUT i am Pricing Engines right now thats why i ask .... Question Recap... LOL H22???? <---- Is there a better engine out there for the 1991 ... What have you swap and how do you like the end result??? Thanks Skip __________________ *SKiP*

02-22-2008, 12:03 PM	#2 (permalink)
Versemaster Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 16	lol sorry " I want to start upgrading " not " I wont to ......" __________________ *SKiP*

02-22-2008, 08:01 PM	#3 (permalink)
8695Beaters Geek In Training Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 1,235	H22 is big and heavy. The K20A2 from the RSX-S has lots of high-rpm goodness and will fit in really nice. The K20Z from the new Civic Si is mostly the same, with the major exception of an LSD. Both are 6-speeds. The K24 from the TSX would probably be the best bet, since it has the most displacement of the group and can also rev nice and high. A K20 head on a K24 block is a good recipe for power. Or, it you are really lucky, you can find a wrecked RDX and nab the K23 with turbo. Unfortunately, it only comes in auto and since it only comes in an SUV, there's not a lot of aftermarket support. The K-series is Honda's new super FWD four banger. Plenty of rpm and great quality. Unfortunately, your Prelude is nearly 20 years old, so making one of them fit will be a huge hassle, including lots of work for fueling, mounting, wiring, cooling, and drivetrain. There's lots of info on how to swap any K into an Integra or Civic, but not so much on a Prelude (Probably becuase they are more expensive and heavier than the Civic/Integra). If you go ahead and do a K swap, be ready for LOTS of fabrication. __________________ "I really like going fast. Just go off and meditate in the wind, you know? As corny as it sounds it works and feels good. It's a good way to just let the weight of the world off every once in a while...is this a big pose? I mean, yes this is a pose! I mean am I driving down the street to not get noticed in this thing? I mean rebellious is what this thing is I would say!!!" -James Hetfield

02-22-2008, 08:55 PM	#4 (permalink)
Versemaster Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 16	Thanks for the Info .... i knew i heard something about the K series... i am going to be on the hunt for the K23 ... time for the research to find out if its going to worth all the trouble.... well i know it would be worth it i mean Logical for what i am going for ... Thanks again Any other tid bits of info would be great __________________ *SKiP*

02-23-2008, 12:13 PM	#5 (permalink)
PrimeTimeV6 V8 Eater! Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1,608	I guess it also depends on how deep your pockets are. I am one for the H22A1. It may have a little weight on it but its cheaper and You can get plenty of power out of it. I am also a B series fan. I think the K series motors have too much computer control. Just my own opinion. __________________ Accordv6 + supercharger = FUN Personal....www.myspace.com/brandonkupihea HondaClub....www.myspace.com/hondaclubdotcom PrimeTimePerformance....www.myspace.com/primetimeperformance

02-23-2008, 01:31 PM	#6 (permalink)
8695Beaters Geek In Training Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 1,235	The Ks do have more computer control, but then again, you can't beat the power. And finding a K23 is going to be really damn hard, and like I said, it's going to be an auto. A K24 will be just as good and much easier to find. Or you could try finidng a V6. The Accord Coupe came with one and a six-speed stick. I think it would fit into the Prelude too. It's an odd swap, but you'll have more torque than any K (except the K23) and plenty of room fro more power. __________________ "I really like going fast. Just go off and meditate in the wind, you know? As corny as it sounds it works and feels good. It's a good way to just let the weight of the world off every once in a while...is this a big pose? I mean, yes this is a pose! I mean am I driving down the street to not get noticed in this thing? I mean rebellious is what this thing is I would say!!!" -James Hetfield

02-23-2008, 09:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
Versemaster Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 16	Well ...(tear drops) My project came to SLAMMING END....... RIP I just bought a 2008 Lancer and i am parting my Lude ... Please get the word out there the front is gone .. radiator pushed into the engine (its an auto) the shifter is sitting at a 45 degree angle towards the passengers seat. (More Tears) i dont have a place to let this car just sit for years before i can repair it so i want to sell it ... All together or just parts of it...besides the front and engine the rest is in perfect condition ... __________________ *SKiP*

02-23-2008, 09:54 PM	#8 (permalink)
PrimeTimeV6 V8 Eater! Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1,608	Sorry to hear about your loss. Good luck in the future bro. __________________ Accordv6 + supercharger = FUN Personal....www.myspace.com/brandonkupihea HondaClub....www.myspace.com/hondaclubdotcom PrimeTimePerformance....www.myspace.com/primetimeperformance

02-23-2008, 09:54 PM	#9 (permalink)
8695Beaters Geek In Training Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 1,235	Oh, that's too bad. I've been there (twice), I feel for you. __________________ "I really like going fast. Just go off and meditate in the wind, you know? As corny as it sounds it works and feels good. It's a good way to just let the weight of the world off every once in a while...is this a big pose? I mean, yes this is a pose! I mean am I driving down the street to not get noticed in this thing? I mean rebellious is what this thing is I would say!!!" -James Hetfield

05-01-2008, 07:15 PM	#10 (permalink)
philw19642002 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1	Man,I would lie down for a week or so!!I love my Lude!!I raced a 2008 Nissan Twin Turbo 350z today.We were doing well over 140mph.Mine only registers 140 but after he found out that he could not out run me(on Interstate) he stopped and I did as well.We talked for an hour about the race.He said that we hit 165mph at one point!!That blew me away!!I have a Honda Prelude 1992 with quite a bit of tweaks I like to call them.Anyhow,this guy had just bought the Z car and was driving home up until he ran into me!!That was fun.I did have to rub it in a little bit!!would'nt you?

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