Too tough since it's got a F23A(1,4) in it. A 7th gen has the K24 and with a head swap from a RSX Type S, that engine can be made sick!

 

Think it can be done if money and extending the front end or pushing back the firewall were not a factor?

 

It's not that it wouldn't fit, it's that the K series spins the opposite way of the F series... it's mounting it in that difficult. But, it's currently being done in a 6th gen.

 

I am on my second Accord, a 97 AT, 2.2liter SE model. My first was a 94 coupe with the Vtech engine.

Very reliable cars, built well. If you have to replace the timing belt, the cost is a little high, about 550-700 bucks. I also had to replace my brake rotors on my 97, they press on so I had a shop do it for 180.00 each side including parts and labor.

Still very satisfied, all vehicles have their pros/cons I guess

 

Ugh, something that nags me...

VTech - VTech is the common name of Video Technology Ltd. a Hong Kong-based manufacturer of consumer electronics.
VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Electronic Lift Control) - a valvetrain system developed by Honda to improve the volumetric efficiency of a four-stroke internal combustion engine.

Anyway, congrats jerrym. You own a somewhat rare car. I don't see many driving around these days. I am really curious, what are the differences between the 97 SE and a 97 LX other than keyless entry, security system, a trunk mounted 6 CD changer, alloy wheels, wood grain interior, and special paint colors?

As for the timing belt replacement, $550 - $700 seems way too pricey to me. From T.A.S. Auto Parts (one of our sponsoring vendors), you can buy an OEM timing belt for $40.95, $29.95 aftermarket and a water pump (recommended to change when changing timing belt) for $59.95 OEM, $39.95 aftermarket, bring you to a total of (before S&H) $100.90 OEM or $69.90 aftermarket. Should you pay someone the average labor wage of $60 per hour, figure in at most 3 hours for changing the belt and pump, and your grand total should be $280.90 OEM or $249.90 if you go with aftermarket parts.

For the brake rotors, it is a DIY job if you have the right tools. T.A.S. Auto also sells brake rotors for $34.99, but I know that Advance Auto Parts also carry rotors with warranties, some up to 2 years. Assuming you buy 2 rotors from T.A.S. Auto and pay someobdy $60 per hour to do an hour of labor, you're looking at $129.98. Anyway, I thought I would help you save some money here, and if you have a buddy that will do the labor for a 6 pack or for free, then you're really saving money! But still, unlike shops, you won't have the warranty in case something goes wrong.

Jerrym, do us a favor and put your car info (year, trim, engine) into your signature, and if you want, join the HAF Facebook group. I am trying to recruit more people.

 

I know of two 5th gens at the moment with k series in them, just not worth the money unless you are building a 9sec drag car.