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Daves DC · 09-21-2006, 07:22 AM

can someone tell me what i need to do a ls/vtec head swap cquse i have been lookin stuff up and reading it and i basicly get the jist of it but i havent read anything about what i need to do with the ecu do i keep mines and splice into it or do i use a gsr ecu do i need a gsr harness cause the head itself is pretty easy stuff the only thing is u need to tap the block but i found some site that helps u avoid that so its a clean swap but i still have not idea about what i need to do with the wiringharness or ecu if anyone can help i will be greatly thnkfull for ur input thank u!

Gorilla Unit 33 · 09-21-2006, 07:23 PM

turboteg has built numerous Ls/Vtec motors. pm him if youd like im sure he would be able to answer any of your questions.

highmilehatch · 09-21-2006, 09:53 PM

You'll need:

-GE Vtec conversion kit (unless you want to put your own together)
-Vtec head w/ distributor
-ECU from whichever head your using

As far as wiring, if your car isn't alread pre-wired for Vtec, you'll need to add the wires for the Vtec pressure switch, solenoid, knock sensor (and IAB if your using a GSR head w/stock IM and plan to keep it.) Here is a really good wiring guide assuming your OBD-1:

BCSpeed · 09-21-2006, 10:50 PM

The ge kit is the easiest way to do it your self. The directions are pretty straight forward, a few things as far as the oiling system need to be changed. And just wire as the diagram explains. good luck.

Daves DC · 09-22-2006, 07:26 AM

mines is a obd2 its a 98 integra rs

highmilehatch · 09-22-2006, 05:14 PM

Your OBD2-A so its:

BCSpeed · 09-24-2006, 09:03 PM

Here is a copy of the GE vtec conversion directions.

Honduh · 10-19-2006, 04:23 PM

You also want to look into ITR oil and water pumps. and the stock ls rod bolts are like toothpicks and enjoy to stretch and break when reved over 7k, so definetly invest into a set of arp's.

CHR!S · 10-19-2006, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Honduh

You also want to look into ITR oil and water pumps. and the stock ls rod bolts are like toothpicks and enjoy to stretch and break when reved over 7k, so definetly invest into a set of arp's.

itr water and fuel pumps are the same exact part #as the gsr and b16 oil/water pumps, while the ls motors share similar parts to the single cam motors.

09-21-2006, 07:22 AM	#1
Daves DC Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Rockledge Member #2547 My Ride: 00 Honda S2000 iTrader: (0)	ls/vtec can someone tell me what i need to do a ls/vtec head swap cquse i have been lookin stuff up and reading it and i basicly get the jist of it but i havent read anything about what i need to do with the ecu do i keep mines and splice into it or do i use a gsr ecu do i need a gsr harness cause the head itself is pretty easy stuff the only thing is u need to tap the block but i found some site that helps u avoid that so its a clean swap but i still have not idea about what i need to do with the wiringharness or ecu if anyone can help i will be greatly thnkfull for ur input thank u! __________________ 98 White Acure Integra totaled by lil sis 00 Berlina Black S2000 I <3 Honda

09-21-2006, 07:23 PM	#2
Gorilla Unit 33 TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Where do you live? Member #532 My Ride: Fly Mosca II w/pegs LOLZ iTrader: (7)	turboteg has built numerous Ls/Vtec motors. pm him if youd like im sure he would be able to answer any of your questions. __________________ find me here: gorillaunit33.wordpress.com

09-21-2006, 09:53 PM	#3
highmilehatch Tri-State Addict Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PA Member #929 iTrader: (3)	You'll need: -GE Vtec conversion kit (unless you want to put your own together) -Vtec head w/ distributor -ECU from whichever head your using As far as wiring, if your car isn't alread pre-wired for Vtec, you'll need to add the wires for the Vtec pressure switch, solenoid, knock sensor (and IAB if your using a GSR head w/stock IM and plan to keep it.) Here is a really good wiring guide assuming your OBD-1: __________________ 92 SC300 - 2JZGTE 93 Civic Si - 11.3@125 stock block pump gas FOR SALE

09-22-2006, 07:26 AM	#5
Daves DC Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Rockledge Member #2547 My Ride: 00 Honda S2000 iTrader: (0)	mines is a obd2 its a 98 integra rs __________________ 98 White Acure Integra totaled by lil sis 00 Berlina Black S2000 I <3 Honda

09-22-2006, 05:14 PM	#6
highmilehatch Tri-State Addict Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PA Member #929 iTrader: (3)	Your OBD2-A so its: __________________ 92 SC300 - 2JZGTE 93 Civic Si - 11.3@125 stock block pump gas FOR SALE

09-21-2006, 10:50 PM	#4
BCSpeed Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Tullytown,PA Member #1414 My Ride: 91 integra iTrader: (0)	The ge kit is the easiest way to do it your self. The directions are pretty straight forward, a few things as far as the oiling system need to be changed. And just wire as the diagram explains. good luck.

10-19-2006, 04:23 PM	#8
Honduh Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2006 Member #1977 iTrader: (0)	You also want to look into ITR oil and water pumps. and the stock ls rod bolts are like toothpicks and enjoy to stretch and break when reved over 7k, so definetly invest into a set of arp's.

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