Well i have been looking around lately on a prelude base. I really like the 3rd gen Si base since its lighter and has the pop-up lights. But i really dont know what swaps can be done on that car. I know the 4th gen has the might H22 and H23 already to start with. Any insights on any lude will be appreciated.
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The 4th gen also has the mighty F22A
The 3rd gen chassis is very well designed. The car handles very well when the suspension is in good shape (and by this time, that usually means when the suspension is fully restored). The aftermarket for that car is considerably less than the aftermarket for the 4th gen (which is slightly better than the CB aftermarket, though the CB is catching up quick)
The engines available in the 3rd gen are unique... there aren't any extremely easy swaps for those cars. The engines are similar to the engines in the 3rd gen Accord, but due to odd mounting points, they won't even swap between those cars!
The B21 has some potential, but next to no aftermarket. It's not compatible with any of the Civic/Teg B series motors... it's really not much of a B series at all... basically, in name only. (like the F20C... nothing like the F motors in the Accords)
The 3rd gen will require more work, careful planning, and creativity... but a well done 3rd gen is a rarity these days. The 4th gen is an easier choice. If you were used to working on your CB, you'll find much of the 4th gen very familiar.
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i like both, even the 5th gen as a cruiser. 3rd gen must be a SI.Comment
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4th Gen all the way.
I am a little biased since I own a BA8, but if I were you I'd go for the BB1 (h22).Bought From: Slammed4thGenOriginally posted by chessboxer TypeG x2DeevergoteBillKismeComment
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It really depends on what you want from the car, and what you're willing to do.
The 4th gen will be easier.
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i really like the third gen accord, i have a couple friends with them. the all-wheel-steering that some of them came with is addicting. an f22 swap would be sick too.
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Prelude.
An F22 or H22 into a 3rd gen Prelude would be a bit of work. I think that someone DOES make a kit to do it (which I suppose is a fortunate thing about the Prelude over the 3rd gen Accord, which can't take an F or H without SERIOUS modification)
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ok first of all the b21 in the third is a junk motor , they have frm cylinder walls and are known to burn oil . The b20 is a very good motor that handles boost very well.
Az race mounts builds h22 mounts for the third gen , so that is a option. And some one has built mounts for a b series swap and the motor he put in his is a type r b18. And I think he plans on eventually selling the mounts.
Third gen preludes are alot of fun , I've owned 3. But you need to find one in good condition. They are getting harder to find parts for, like most older honda's. Join up on prelude power to find out all the info you need on any gen of prelude.
http://www.preludepower.com/forums/index.php
Good luck on whatever choice you makeneeding a new project got rid of bagged S10 going back to Honda'sComment
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I was waiting for you to chime in.
I didn't know the B21 had FRM sleeves. Interesting!
Which models get the B20?
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Yeah my very good friend David had a 4th Gen.
It was pretty sweet actually, he had an JDM H22A and even 4-Wheel Steering!
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the b20a5 was in the 88-91 si preludes , and the b21a1 was in the 90-91 si preludes . The b20a3 was in the 88-90 preludes s models, which was sohc and duel carbed.
b20a5 . 135 hp, 127 lb torgue
b21a . 145 hp, 137 lb torgue, but frm cylinders
b20a3 . 104 hp, 111 lb torgueneeding a new project got rid of bagged S10 going back to Honda'sComment
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Thanks for your insight dude. Yea i had forgotten that it also has the f22a. As far as the 4thGen goes yea i have worked on them and find them to be somewhat similar to that of a CB engine wise. Il be looking out for 4thGens if i find one cheap but if i find a pristine 3rdGen il get all over that. As of now i just bought a 92 DX 4 days ago so thats my 2nd DD project. I will be posting up pics of my DX and EX soon.Originally posted by deevergote View PostThe 4th gen also has the mighty F22A
The 3rd gen chassis is very well designed. The car handles very well when the suspension is in good shape (and by this time, that usually means when the suspension is fully restored). The aftermarket for that car is considerably less than the aftermarket for the 4th gen (which is slightly better than the CB aftermarket, though the CB is catching up quick)
The engines available in the 3rd gen are unique... there aren't any extremely easy swaps for those cars. The engines are similar to the engines in the 3rd gen Accord, but due to odd mounting points, they won't even swap between those cars!
The B21 has some potential, but next to no aftermarket. It's not compatible with any of the Civic/Teg B series motors... it's really not much of a B series at all... basically, in name only. (like the F20C... nothing like the F motors in the Accords)
The 3rd gen will require more work, careful planning, and creativity... but a well done 3rd gen is a rarity these days. The 4th gen is an easier choice. If you were used to working on your CB, you'll find much of the 4th gen very familiar.Comment
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Lol yea i have driven the H22 lude and its a fun car to drive. But im more into the BA. Like i said i dont know much of the BA as i do the BB but it like to learn more about it and hopefully own one too!Originally posted by PointBlank View PostLast edited by DejectedAngel; 10-12-2009, 12:12 PM.Comment
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Well i am looking forward on going turbo non-vtec or going vtec. As far as Vtec i think theres only the H22 that can be swap into it?Originally posted by deevergote View PostComment
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The H22, F20B, or H23 VTEC are the reasonable VTEC swap options. The 4th gen Prelude has the same options as the CB7 as far as engines are concerned.
The 3rd gen Prelude has fewer options unless you want to put out the extra money for a swap kit. Although, a 3rd gen with an H22 would be pretty damn cool to see And people expect less from the older ones, so making that first impression is more fun
Honestly, if I were making that choice... I'd still be undecided.
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