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Old Feb 27, 2005
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Newbie contemplating k20a build from block up...

So I've realized already(only $3,000) into it, that my d17 isn't going to pull 10s. It ain't happening. I've read that the k20a is a badass engine. Obviously if I had a hot rod, I'd build one, but I don't. I have this Civic. I love my car, but it's not fast enough.

I want to start with a block and build up. I'm thinking about buying this Dart k20 block and going from there all the way up to Turbo/NOS. I'm talking a complete out of car build. Anyone done this on a 2004 yet? Will a k20 fit? What parts are the best(cam, crank, pistons, connecting rods, valves, pulleys, ECU stuff, gaskets, etc. anything else I forgot) for the money? Obviously this won't be an overnight thing, but I'm serious about doing it.

Best place to start? Thanks fellas.
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I used to make posts like this, but I always got told to search. Tons of info on this subject here.
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Simple-

K20A2 Will Fit

Cams, K-Pro, New Valve Springs, Retainers, Pistons, Rods

Nitrous

cybernation Kit

Your set.


Did I mention Like 10K?
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Old Feb 27, 2005
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10k on parts alone you mean. Installation is expensive, since the k20a2 just barely fits.
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your better off selling the car and getting a type-s. even though you might go under on the sale, itll be alot cheaper and easier.
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have u been on clubrsx.com? Swap and turbo is nice but u can make power n/a also. Have u seen the ispy cam rsx-s dyno? They got like i/h/e cams k-pro, hondata im gasket etc and hit like 230 hp and over 160 tq. That would be nice enough but turbo would be crazy lol
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