Benny's BA2 Prelude - Project Shakotan.

[Benny]

Polished up my HKS Windmaster finally. I Love it SO much. Just the old skool look I wanted.

[Benny]

Well I got my SSR's back from having a little polish up, taking some curb rash out and the tyres and valves mounted.

Soon as I got home I tried them on!

Front camber is more than enough:





How it should sit once on the floor:





And GOT POKE? lool I have no idea how to get more rear camber with the old suspension setup I have, But damn I need a few degrees!





Am now sending the Superforma adapters back to get longer studs as the SSRs faces are 23mm thick! so that combined with the extended RAYS nuts I want to run then I'm having some 65mm studs fitted instead of the 25mm ones.

[244Brick]

Same here. Idc much about power versus enjoying my car. The more power the more breakdowns. I just want something that looks good and can satisfy my everyday driveability

[Benny]

All estimates by the builder so far but I'll have to get it dyno'd to see the real result.

It's not really about speed tho, I just want it back on the road but while it's out it'd be rude not to have a shit load of headwork done lol The builder gets so excited about it I just cant say no.

[244Brick]

Wow, that a nice out put for a decent na motor. I want to just mildly build my F22a6 instead of a the typical H/K swap

[Benny]

why dont you swap the engine now that you have the chance? maybe a H22 or K series.. what do I know im not a honda boy but i know theres a lot of options for you out there. just a thought.

Because the old B20A1's are very overlooked engines.

I don't know if you read the post before but my engine builder said:

'With the headwork adjustable cams, exhaust manifold, exhaust system, bump in compression ratio from 9.4:1 to 10.5:1, adjustable fuel pressure regulator we should get a nice output of around 180-190bhp maybe more with excellent torque low down as well probably around 155-170lbft which would certainly make your car very lively!!'

Why would I bother with the massive hassle of trying to find a wiring harness converter for some newer VTEC engine when I can have a freshly rebuilt tuned lump that fit's straight in.

I did look around at swaps but it just wasn't worth it. It is inkeeping with the old skool-ness I want this car to have.

B20 Nontec lol







So my willwood prop valve turned up today



Really have NO idea how to plumb it all in after removing the ABS System.

If anyone knows or can draw me a diagram that'd be awesome

[DannyE32]

why dont you swap the engine now that you have the chance? maybe a H22 or K series.. what do I know im not a honda boy but i know theres a lot of options for you out there. just a thought.

[Benny]

I use photobucket too, I just pay like 20 bucks a year for unlimited viewing.
And here's the build thread
http://www.stanceworks.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=12302

Wow man just sat here and read the whole thing. Looked pretty clever in the red satin and steels guise. Bless those little 13" Enkei's I remember seeing a link to the blog post about your car and I couldn't click the link quick enough to see more.

As soon as you fitted the 2G 'lude bumper I was eager to see what lip you went with as I'm having trouble finding an old skool looking one that fits. The Beemer sides and accord middle looks great! I'm looking for something with the same sort of scoop effect tapering down to the floor. I want Shota Mori's lip on his accord cos that's an actual 2G lude lip! Looks like it says Auto Sport imprinted in the lip?

Very sad to see how Nelson's sitting at the mo. Mine's looking sad too but progress is being made and I CANNOT wait to drive it again.

[C-Hutch]

Shitty Photobucket take my pics away cos they get lots of views, Is there a better photo hoster to use?

Also can I ask you to send me the link for your GORGEOUS 'Cord? I searched but didn't find it, Would love to know HOW you got that low

I use photobucket too, I just pay like 20 bucks a year for unlimited viewing.
And here's the build thread

http://www.stanceworks.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12302

[Benny]

There is some progress!

I've taken the engine out now to find the oil filled with shot blast material gutted. At least I know what was the problem now! Onwards and upwards!





The engine builder has written a list of stuff that is happening/needed for the build.

Chemical cleaning both block and head, cylinder rebore and hone, repair damaged camshaft bearings, cylinder head skim, and block decked.
Donor block

Piston Rings
ACL Race Engine bearings
Head gasket Kit
Block gasket Kit
Water Pump
Timing Belt
Champion Oil filter
Dizzy cap and rotor arm
Spark plugs
Ignition wires

Extras are

Big bore throttle body
FSE fuel pressure boost valve
Adjustable Cam pulleys

Head work will be:

matching the inlet manifold, porting out the plenum intake to the larger throttle body polishing the inside of the inlet manifold, reworking the inlet and exhaust ports, reshaping the valve guide ramps and guide ends, polishing chambers and deshrouding around the valve seats.

He says:

With the headwork adjustable cams, exhaust manifold, exhaust system, bump in compression ratio from 9.4:1 to 10.5:1, adjustable fuel pressure regulator we should get a nice output of around 180-190bhp maybe more with excellent torque low down as well probably around 155-170lbft which would certainly make your car very lively!!

Excited!


Also found a shot I took and edited just before then engine farked out.

[244Brick]

Yeah this is sooo bad; I can't wait to see the ssr's on mate!

[birdy]

That valve cover is beautiful! How was it done??

Looks to me like its hydrodipped. Pretty cool process and easy to do.

[Jay_]

How you found one of these I have no idea! I'm struggling like mad!

You're winning with this man, looks fecking great!

[stinkinrich]

Massive LOVE for this man! You going to Matchams tonight?

[milano_red]

That valve cover is beautiful! How was it done??