2.2 Liter K20 Swapped Into This EF Civic, Making 320hp

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[@LarryChenPhoto]

Thank you guys for watching. If you guys want a signed print for your wall I print all of them myself from my large format Canon printer larrychenprints.com/

[@rolandotirador1565]

Was this EF photographed for a print from your shop?

[@guy5140]

10 years ago Hondas were not universally loved because of ricer builds. But now a days they are much more appreciated and built much more carefully. Pretty cool to see

[@MX304]

Always good to see an over the top build that keeps AC and a full interior. Love it!

[@frias2287]

Nice one bro l have eg turbo swap h2ba7

[@hyperbomb02]

Green is such an underrated color. It looks brilliant sitting on dark gold wheels and not many people have that look.

[@wr1ght939]

Yeah. Definitely one of my favorite looks, can’t beat a dark candy green.

[@griffins750]

Just bought a 97 Integra GSR in Cypress Green Pearl! 😂 The car needs a lot of work and a full paint correction but when it’s done it’s going to be so fucking beautiful I’m beyond excited!!😅❤❤❤

[@tomchang88]

Honda green is a nice color but with the interior that comes with it, no one wants it.

[@loganstelter9169]

I have b18c in a cypress green pearl 97 sedan with gold wheels. People love it.

[@sbboy805]

This has to be the most UBSURD swap ever. He practically swapped a full FD2 into an EF chassis. I mean a swap is one thing but a POP UP trunk?!!! Bro this guy is nutty

[@estewar03]

Wowza, that is one of if not the nicest Ef I've ever seen. Thanks for sharing this with us Larry & props to the owner/builders for a job well done.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You're everywhere!!

[@d.b.2917]

Honda community is untouched. No car community does it better than Honda enthusiasts.

[@celuiquipeut6527]

"The interior really blew my mind!" Opens the hood and my mind is blown....damn cant wait for the interior now!!

[@jihaadmouton8669]

I love that we can hear Thikr and the Athaan from the mosque in the background,all the while this hot hatch is being reviewed

[@408niko]

As a FA5/8th gen civic owner I love seeing people retro fitting parts on these older chassis

[@Hakuna_My_Tatas]

The time and effort put into this is simply astounding to say the least. Even including the full use of the remote and trunk release! Who would have thought of that! Just amazing. 👏👏👏

[@himynameistim009]

Love the coverage of well built Hondas!

[@darbymcbride41]

Complete FD2 R in a 4th gen civic.... immaculate. Best in the world. I had no idea it was professionally done this well

[@tinystar3010]

All these beautiful builds. And I understand, you said these are basically the upper class people who build these because it's expensive to build stuff like this Indonesia, but still, they have amazing taste and quality.

[@JasonMcMullen]

Just for clarification, there are many K20 variants, but if this motor is from an FD2 then it is K20a (FD2). The K20a in the FD2 is different from the K20a in the DC5-R. The K20a is superior to the K20z1, K20z3, and K20a2 that we got in the US/Canada. However with enough modification they can all be competitive with each other. This motor is stroked so its essentially a K22a

[@IaintTrynaGoOutLikeBIGnPAC]

The K20z3 is the only equivalent to the FD2 k20a. The only differences being z3 has balance shaft oil pump, the cams and pistons are different and of course RBC on z3 vs RRC on the FD2.

[@TassieLorenzo]

@@IaintTrynaGoOutLikeBIGnPAC "The K20z3 is the only equivalent to the FD2 k20a" K20Z4 from the FN2 Type R is equivalent to FD2 K20A AFAIK, both with the RSP cylinder head casting that flows a little more (but the JDM version with the different cams, higher-comp pistons and non-balance-shaft oil pump). The FA5/FG2 Civic Si K20Z3 has the older RBC cylinder head casting that flows a little less AFAIK so it's not quite 100% equivalent, it also used the older Accord Euro-R RBC intake manifold as well as you say. (Where the FD2 has the RRC intake manifold and the FN2 has the longer runner Accord-style RSP intake manifold.) The Civic Si's also had the older gear ratios, older final drive ratio and older heavier flywheel, where both the FD2 and FN2 got the revised items (5.1 final drive instead of 4.8, 5kg flywheel instead of 8kg). The FD2 gearbox and LSD-version of the FN2 gearbox are 100% identical as far as I know. The shifter mechanism in the car is exactly the same in all 8th-gens as far as I know (be it FD2 Type R, FG2/FA5 Civic Si and FN2 Type R).

[@TassieLorenzo]

"The K20a is superior to the K20z1, K20z3, and K20a2 that we got in the US/Canada. " Between a DC5 Type R K20A and a DC5 K20A2 (Type S or Australian version Type R), the only differences inside the engine are just the camshafts and compression ratio of the pistons AFAIK. Slightly more aggressive cam profiles, and 11.5:1 compression instead of 11:0 (then 11.7:1 on FD2 Type R). Everything else (valve springs, valves, conrods, crankshaft etc) is identical as far I know for the same generation K20 engine (noting 8th gen Civic Si used the older Accord Euro-R engine as the basis and not the second-gen K20). Identically the first of the K20s had exactly the same valve springs as the S2000! The rest of the power difference was from the slightly bigger throttle body (64mm on JDM DC5 Type R, 62mm on DC5 Type S or Australian model Type R) and 4-2-1 exhaust instead of 4-1 exhaust. So most of the power difference is "bolt-on" stuff. 🙂 (Then you have the later international version 8th-gen K20Z engines using balance shaft oil pumps of course.)

[@JasonMcMullen]

@@TassieLorenzo FD2/DC5-R K20a also has VTEC on the exhaust cam

[@TassieLorenzo]

@@JasonMcMullen They all do, don't they? Even the Accord Euro / 1st gen TSX K24A2 engine. Apart from the K24Z23 with the single exhaust port from the 9th gen Civic Si, ILX and 2nd gen TSX. (According to Luke from 4 Piston, the intake side of the K24Z3 flows the best of all stock K series heads though!)

[@LucasSi919]

Hands down one of the cleanest civics ive seen! its a work of art! Also, peep the gorgeous MB E class in the background haha

[@Akeno_7]

that engine is big, damn, it's not the usual spacious builds you see in carshows, i like it. I guess thats why the hood was not flat.

[@talus33]

Craziest, cleanest and best build I’ve ever seen. Props to the team that put it together.

[@munichsports3536]

The prayer sounds in the background ❤️❤️ amazing

[@yio5953]

Yes bro 🙏

[@jalilpangcoga4367]

♥️♥️

[@jalilpangcoga4367]

♥️♥️

[@alexyoung6364]

That is common vibes you"ll get in indonesia

[@Phar2Rekliss]

No it's not amazing.

[@ClearWater7.62]

I like this guy. Its summer here 247 here California too. I always appreciate builds that keeps ac and drivability.

[@feednixtacos2180]

That’s a beautiful build with ac definitely RARE. 👊🔥

[@jdmj0]

This has to be one of THE most beautiful EFs I've EVER seen. And I've seen PLENTY.

[@JXiong-zo8ig]

Jesus this EF is so fking CLEAN probably one of the cleanest ever!!!

[@joeym2675]

One of my favorite Civics! I guess because it’s from the years right before I got my license and I just loved the hatch on these cars!!! Sick Build!!!

[@IaintTrynaGoOutLikeBIGnPAC]

This build is godlike. Haven't seen anything like this in a long ass time!

[@Thewatson77]

What an amazing build he put together. He should be proud 👍🏼👍🏼

[@eaglefeather2728]

No just you and some others that don't know better

[@eaglefeather2728]

He has 2 or 3 different dashes from different Honda /Acuras , this man knows how to do things and make power you only dream about 😂

[@Shadowboost]

That is one of the most incredible civic interiors I've ever seen

[@backnunAndy]

you got to see EF in person. event it is not lowered, it is super low. Overall car look is boxy and low. I love EF so much!

[@MindyVanSickle-p4k]

I installed my first civic jdm as a swap for my 02 honda :) so proud now to build my first k20 lol. Im 49 years old wish i found this years ago. Amazing build dude!!!

[@josephmatuszak3855]

That is a proper built Civic. The interior is pretty impressive level of thought and finish. The color is a fantastic choice. The bronze TE's... (This is the car every hotboi thinks they have...🤣)

[@kentbeitel9966]

The attention to detail is great. Not super into Honda’s but this is a super clean build 🔥👌 British racing green is one of my favorite colors

[@mikeberrios1859]

im also an EF hatch owner with a K-swap, this is dope!

[@ShaiyanHossain]

Curious, what mounts are you using?

[@mikeberrios1859]

@@ShaiyanHossain hasport dual height

[@goforbroke2]

Big time Fabrication skills have entered the chat, salute to that guys team.

[@liamcarroll5870]

Damn!!! Beyond awesome. I have a civic ef. I'm pretty close to acquiring all the parts needed to do the same exact engine swap. Thanks for all these awesome vids Larry! You rawk.

[@radelement3987]

How's the swap going?

[@liamcarroll5870]

@@radelement3987 currently at a stand still. The civic is under three feet of snow at the moment. The k20 is in the engine bay for a test fit. Found out it will need other engine mounts or a low profile valve cover. Still a ways to go. Thanks for asking!

[@treeminutesorless]

Friend of mine sold his ef like five years ago. He’s been thru two other cars and that ef is still running around locally with the original motor

[@cantdriveslo]

I envy and respect the car enthusiasts who give so much time and ingenuity to create something as beautiful as this

[@kasuraga]

TE37V's are my favorite rims for 90's honda's they just look right with them. Want to get a set of them for my DB1 one day. Also the fact this thing is making 320hp with a really tame looking, oe style exhaust is wicked.

[@cwbetb]

The engine bay made my head spin, then I saw the interior, my God you are a mad man! 😂

[@squeezekicks9491]

Super cool car . I got mine but no way like this mine still must original but I love it . Congratulations beautiful car

[@dennisvanderben2719]

the only swapped dash where its looks better after the swap, the dash looks amazing

[@luispapeleira8791]

Fully built that is impressive, full carbon interior, best 4cylinder engine segment... mind blowing car

[@hecks_k20_fa5]

320hp sounds a lil sus…But man oh man what a beautiful build👍🏽😮‍💨

[@johnnygeorgopoulos4072]

How you figure? A stock K20Z3 puts out 197hp, simple bolt-ons and a set of drop in cams can get you in the high 200's at the wheels, and this guy doesn't have a stock stroked bottom end..... even a completely stock K24 bottom with 8th gen K20 head will get you damn near or 300. 😅

[@hecks_k20_fa5]

@@johnnygeorgopoulos4072 sorry but i don’t think it makes that kind of power, especially not with no power steering and AC! I seen and heard 300hp+ k series cars and that does not sound no where near 320hp.

[@jiekeocs7014]

Agree with you Mr. Rex. Maybe what the owner meant is on the crank?

[@hecks_k20_fa5]

@@jiekeocs7014 possible

[@edwinfigueroa7010]

That is a gorgeous EF hatch ! Thank you for all the great videos 🤙

[@ElReySupr3me]

It's terrillble to hear how rare these parts are becoming. I can't even find anything for my crx si here in the states.

[@WhiteCharisma]

How can it get better than this? Absolutely ridiculous build. It takes restomod to such a high level that I didn't even consider smushing an FD2 into an EF hahahaha wild!

[@michaelxdrift]

that interior is next level.

[@propulsidereal]

The kind of build that makes your whole day better just passing by on the street.

[@michaelhearring1593]

Wow absolutely wow. The details and using so much oem parts. Carbon floors❤, completely next level.

[@annephetxumphou1535]

Absolute god tier build. What a gorgeous EF

[@thewing331]

What a beautiful civic and getting that dash in their is wild it looks like factory. Awesome content.☘️

[@victorpla29]

“Is a stock K20 it just has a 2.2L stroker kit” 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ChrisPBacon198]

I Know Rite Rods Pistons ETC Stock 😂

[@erwinmiftaquls4153]

Reviewing a K20 EF Civic 320hp with a praying sound is amazing.

[@Mwhbmnabjms]

320hp NA is. Bull

[@rhinohippo55]

This is the Singer of Civics

[@nick4b11santos8]

This made me miss my ‘91 EF. Nice build 👍🏼

[@Akeno_7]

I love cars with big and wide wheels, it just makes u feel ur on the ground better and it looks cool without sacrificing comfort, especially in my country that has bad roads.

[@jenaaron210]

This ef is beautiful the green and all the attention to detail is perfect!

[@richardbond2793]

Cleanest ef I've seen in a while

[@MyBrothersKeeper101]

Talk about representing the Honda community....

[@ChrisPBacon198]

The EF Hatchback Reminds Me of Highschool in the Early 2000s 🏁🙂🏁

[@samueljackson6892]

My dream build...hope I'll be able to build a proper k20 ef like this when I grow up

[@samueljackson6892]

The craftsmanship is just perfect

[@joeroganreviewexperience9964]

Good luck, hope get it done

[@ssss12_]

Kapan lagi liat video lary Chen ada orang sholawat🥰

[@rj5485]

Whoa! Another clean Civic! I love it!

[@Charlie_12x3]

This is the OG hatchback. It’s amazing how perfectly the dash fit

[@CorradoVR6z]

This is proper build! Very nice.

[@christianluna8531]

"I am curious how is it that you were able to fit this dash in here"? Honda racing bro: "I mean it's its working" 😂

[@mr.pritchard67]

I want it just from looking at the exhaust, the color and the sound. The green stitching in the interior is awesome!

[@anroiduser1222]

One of the best build I have ever seen.

[@WilliamBass-i9w]

Badass build probably the best 89 hatch I’ve seen

[@snaremj]

Wow. Simple amazing....This guy inspires to do another build.

[@zach.savedattire]

Insane build. So beautiful

[@victorcumba6305]

I love the EF body style I have a few of them very nice and clean build 👍

[@malcolmmay5674]

Wow what an amazing job I'm looking to buy my first EF this just gave me more motivation

[@franciscoon1083]

Kenji ! 😮 now his EF is iconic!

[@outofthefoxootf979]

Wow this build is amazing. This motivates me to build my crx.

[@Roobsrandomz]

ABSOLUTELY incredible dash, wow.

[@ChrisPBacon198]

Even The State That i Live in i Don't See Them on The Road Anymore Sema Quality Build Nice EF 💯

[@africanotaku5453]

This is so beautiful ❤ this is how I'd build an EF but with a B16

[@josericardohernandez5358]

Wow the beauty of this hatch is gorgeous love to see the builds. Amazing work, perfect example of ,where’s there’s a will there’s a way…

[@shifty1927]

Background music is 🔥🔥🔥🤣

[@zu_1455]

Fr. I'm a godless heathen but to me that shit slaps rn for the background to this.

[@fknracer]

I think its a prayer call not a music

[@emanh4keem_san420]

Thats muslim prayer calls and dont make fun of others religion.you looks disgusting if you make fun of other believers

[@zu_1455]

@@fknracer Hence why I mentioned being a "godless heathen"

[@GAME-808]

05:45 🗣️🎶

[@666gnarlsbad]

The cleanest meanest oem+ build I've seen. Shout out from Carlsbad New Mexico🌶

[@ramonbriones4487]

What a lovely build. EF ❤

[@RS4TTT]

beautiful Athan (call to prayer) in the background!

[@northeastrc2725]

Love this build the car is stunning would like to see dyno run tho

[@chevchellios621]

Yea I wasn't sure if 320hp was quite accurate my self. But this is a dream build for a guy like me props to him!

[@northeastrc2725]

@@chevchellios621 yes power aside it is a stunning car

[@turbohayabusa01]

Im thinking probably 320 to the crank.

[@Blockxblock]

Wow!!!! I love the build!!! Very well thought of

[@joshkroger1760]

Full-blown concert going on in the background

[@sabeelshabir6103]

I’ve built a k20 ef inspired by this love it

[@shannonkayatani3001]

Beautiful execution 👌

[@corylash9960]

miss my old h22 89 hatch that thing ripped in a straight line

[@neilperry2224]

BRG was used on the 1903 Gordon Bennett Race car and the BRG that you see on the Jaguars of the 50's and 60's is a lot darker.

[@sureshot2857]

Larry’s first film with the call to prayer.

[@MangoNizer]

4:40 Oh it's leaking something on the groung. But an absolute beauty!

[@RobiB95]

Thats the AC condensation drain pipe

[@droppinghertz9922]

Nothing like a Good ole cold Rev to get her oil flowing 😂

[@Backwoodztuner]

what an incredible build. great work.

[@jonmy357]

This is truly a beautiful car

[@everyinterestingthings2512]

Protechnik ❤ Sooooo 90's

[@seedseened6587]

i love you did not filter the background sound (prayer time).

[@seanleo3464]

He did that car so proper, love it! 😊

[@beachboardfan9544]

9:12 WTF is going on in the background?

[@CrispyImmy]

Athan = Muslim call to prayer

[@beachboardfan9544]

@@CrispyImmy Is that on the radio?

[@CrispyImmy]

@@beachboardfan9544 Indonesia is a muslim majority country, likely playing on speakers outside of the mosque nearby

[@beachboardfan9544]

@@CrispyImmy Ahhh like church bells

[@bastianbudiman4875]

​@@beachboardfan9544yes u can call that like a church bell

[@Hakuna_My_Tatas]

Thats a delicious and well done EF!!! Great coverage!

[@thomaschristopherwhite9043]

God that thing looks soooo good.

[@trapt29]

One second in and it's amazing.