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Upgrade 1987 Accord

Old Feb 24, 2009 | 02:33 PM
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I have aquired a 1987 Accord w/158,000-12 valve motor. I am looking to upgrade when this one is worn-out, has anyone upgraded to a more recent motor? What about the more current 4-cylinders is this a straight-in conversion? Thanks!!
 
Old Feb 24, 2009 | 02:39 PM
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Well, I believe those Accord are OBD-0, so they would need to be converted to OBDI or OBDII to work with a fuel injected motor. You would also need the engine harness and the computer, along with (probably custom) engine mounts. It would likely be expensive and a huge wiring mess, but possible. Custom Hasport mounts would probably start at $750-$1000.
 
Old Feb 24, 2009 | 02:44 PM
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Thanks!!
 
Old Feb 24, 2009 | 02:47 PM
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I have seen was it a b18 88 accord maybe, i think b series swap in fairly easy, but you won't find a write up on it.

Its something you gotta explore and figure out on your own.
 
Old Jan 25, 2010 | 02:42 AM
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This thread is in the wrong forum mods..please move to where it belongs...
 
Old Feb 19, 2010 | 12:19 PM
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Iv seen it done with a b16...but I have always wanted to get an older hatch and do a f22a swap. It will take a good bit of custom work. It would be a nice power to weight ratio in the end even with a stock engine. Talk about a sleeper...no1 will expect a built hatch accord. Try searching google for 2nd gen accord sites. I know they are out there.
 

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