which would be a better engine swap into my cb7, an h22 or a lower milage f22 or 23? and also would it be better to have a sohc or a dohc?
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SOHC vs DOHC is personal opinion. Some people prefer single cams, some don't. As for H22 vs lower mileage F22, it depends on price.
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Depends on how much you are willing to spend also, I would get a f22 rebuild it and then turbo.
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Also stay away from the SOHC VTEC motors like the F22b'sComment
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I personally prefer DOHC. Yea its a little more expensive but to me its worth it.Comment
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F22 - 125-140 hp, F23 - 135-150 hp, H22 - 190-220 hp. Don't you think it's kinda OBVIOUS which one of those is a better engine swap......Originally posted by jdm honda View PostComment
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I'd prefer to have a LOW-mileage, properly maintained F22. I don't NEED more power, my car scoots right along when I need it to as is.Originally posted by rexload View Post
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don't forget H motors need good fuel (mid/premium) and F with low compression it can handle (cheap grade). oh and not to mention maintanence. F series parts are just cheaper. do you really need an H? a mild tuned F is enough power for DD. more power=more tickets
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do you realize HOW the h22 makes more power...hint there is not V in the answer...so what is it?Originally posted by rexload View Post
DING DING DING higher compression!!!
up the f22's compression and you'll find comparable power. You don't need 2 cams, f22 is quit potent. Right cam and viola!!! As far as I've seen cheaper to get power as well
upped compression...turbo or pistons...means higher octane fuel
don't need race gas but you'll want highest pump octane...needed? Not really, but makes it a little safer for beginners
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i was just answering the OP's question lolComment
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Actually, VTEC does allow for more power... it's essentially allowing a race cam to be run with a smooth idle and a usable low-rpm powerband. The compression DOES have a role, but it's not the only answer. The H22 makes more power due to a number of important factors that work together.Originally posted by bcjammerx View Postdo you realize HOW the h22 makes more power...hint there is not V in the answer...so what is it?
DING DING DING higher compression!!!
up the f22's compression and you'll find comparable power. You don't need 2 cams, f22 is quit potent. Right cam and viola!!! As far as I've seen cheaper to get power as well
upped compression...turbo or pistons...means higher octane fuel don't need race gas but you'll want highest pump octane...needed? Not really, but makes it a little safer for beginners
Anyway,to answer the OP's question... The H22 is a fantastic swap because it gives you a considerable power gain, while still remaining a stock engine. If you want power, and you don't want to have a heavily modified engine to do it, the H22 is a nice step.
If you just want a solid replacement, the F22A is a great motor.
Either one is very capable with considerable modification... if you're willing to sink a ton of money into either, then it's really just a matter of preference.
H22A or F22A are the best options, though. F22B DOHC and H23A are decent, but I wouldn't go with either myself. Anything else isn't really worth it, unless you just want to be different.
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If by "scoot" you mean will keep itself from rolling backwards then you're right.Originally posted by Joshs92ex View PostComment
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The CB7 has a respectable amount of power among cars in its class... of the same age. The F22A in stock form is pretty lame by today's standards, with most midsize cars having at least 150hp.
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