Everything you need to swap an a2 into an EP

[WhiteOnRice]

Pixzors.



How to retain A/C if pulling engine up and out.









Just meeting the requirement.


Tension with 60,000 mile a3 serpentine belt. It's just on the edge of the indicator but the auto tensioner is still not fully extended. a3 works but you should use: http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/de...DY5070640.html

I DO NOT suggest using washers to extend the alternator outwards if using the stock bolts. I stripped 2 bolt holes in the water pump assembly when trying to torque the bolts. Luckily I had another assembly.

[ep-unit]

Thanks to me you found that belt, I was the one that e-mailed you. Nah its all good, so is that belt perfect for it or what? Did you pull it from the top or did you drop the subfame? Did you start it up with the A3 ecu to drive to the dealer or you got K-pro? Let me know I will be getting my swap done within a week so i need the info thanks

[WhiteOnRice]

Way to read man! Nah, I just posted that link to help people out. I used the a3 belt with 63,000 miles on it. Works fine. I pulled it up and out (see above about a/c). I used the a3 ecu until I got to Acura. I still have an IACV code. If I reset that it stays off for about 12 hours and will come back on. I'll let you know any progress on that.

Feel free to ask any questions.

[ep-unit]

Way to read man! Nah, I just posted that link to help people out. I used the a3 belt with 63,000 miles on it. Works fine. I pulled it up and out (see above about a/c). I used the a3 ecu until I got to Acura. I still have an IACV code. If I reset that it stays off for about 12 hours and will come back on. I'll let you know any progress on that.

Feel free to ask any questions.

yah for sure let me know on that code

[talonXracer]

I found that simply adding a washer or two between the Alternator and block allows the stock Si belt to fit and the belt has the proper tension, with the arrow deadnuts center. The proper bolts have MORE than enough length, but getting some bolts that are 5mm longer will not hurt, if you are concerned. (I have done several swaps and the washers were no issue on every one I have done)


Nice pics!

[dcmpbl]

Talon...do you feel the washer and Ep belt combo work better than a 64" belt. A year ago, you were sounded fairly sure that the 64" was the way to go. Are we taking a new direction on this subject? Even though I tend to disagree with some imput from you, I always appreciate your imput and experience with which you share with EPHatch and want to know if you have changed thoughts on what belt to use or method to go about when getting a perfect fit.

[SSM]

suscribed!

[WhiteOnRice]

I suggest getting some NGK plugs for the swap too. They are the only ones the local Acura dealership stands behind. The reference number you use to get it from an auto parts store is NGK7746. They will most likely have to order them.

[ep-unit]

is your car still throwing that code?

[WhiteOnRice]

Yeah, things are more complicated now: http://www.ephatch.com/forum/showthread.php?t=45908

[skoundrelusa]

very informative thread

[koftaboy]

HI, i have a K20A3 i was thinking about doing something to this motor like change the head to the type s head K20A or the A2 some people tell me do the whole sawp but its like $ 6000 plus another 1000 to install it i really dont have 7000 to spend or maybe more if anything goes wrong you know so is there any other way to tune the A3 from like 160 HP to like maybe 220 or 240 bolt on or K pro send it to hondata headers, catback, inatke whatever if any 1 can help with a good advise please do so thankx

[biga2442]

HI, i have a K20A3 i was thinking about doing something to this motor like change the head to the type s head K20A or the A2 some people tell me do the whole sawp but its like $ 6000 plus another 1000 to install it i really dont have 7000 to spend or maybe more if anything goes wrong you know so is there any other way to tune the A3 from like 160 HP to like maybe 220 or 240 bolt on or K pro send it to hondata headers, catback, inatke whatever if any 1 can help with a good advise please do so thankx

7000 k wow
types swap 3500
kpro your stock ecy 800
use everything else for now from you a3 free
a compitent shop to install your motor 500

so i see 4800 and you should be able to sell you
tranny
ac compressor
starter
alternator half shaft
throttle body
harness
etcetcetcetc..

[koftaboy]

thank you soo much, but its not that easy like how your saying it you know!!! ita not easy to sell everthing that fast or its gona take a long time youknow plus i looked for like 2 month i found the K20A R no less then 5,500 without anything just the the whole swap if u can tell me where i can find it that cheap the way your saying then please please help me but i just wanted to make something out of the A3 you know kpro a2 or A1 head some bolt on you know i seriously in anyway you think i can do 250HP to the wheel or more but no swap or do i have to get a swap no chance am sooo sorry i talk to much but i just want help and its seems like every one hates A3's thankx again

[Mighty_Mouse]

Well I recommend getting Kpro if you wanna spend another 400 to get your key and immbolizer reprogrammed...I see it like this why spend maybe 200 or more on a stock a2 computer + extra $400 to reprogram your key and immobilizer...when you can spend 800 and get kpro and keep your key and immobilzer and plus be a step closer in case you wanna tune your motor w/ bolt ons......

$400? You got jacked, fool.