How to Remove B20/B18 Non Vtec Cylinder Head - Honda & Acura

The head gasket on my 90 Civic DX has started to go bad. I was using an eBay head gasket set that I purchased for $40 for the complete kit. It gave me a solid year of running the car hard every chance I was given. I don't think it helps that I didn't have the head resurfaced when I first installed it onto this different block but I can't complain. The head has been resurfaced and acid dipped and I'm just waiting for a Supertech head gasket and Supertech valve stem seals to arrive so I can re-install it.
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[@nowaydudehuh8145]

You are an encyclopedia of HONDA knowledge! my friend great work!✌

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Appreciate it buddy!!

[@craigbartels2021]

I was adjusting valves on my 2001 crv yesterday.. # 4 intake jam nut was giving me some problems..probably gave it a bit too much, and the whole rocker popped out from under the camshaft! Hopefully this video will help me loosen things up to get it back in! You do great work, man.. you've definitely helped me keep my old dog on the road the last 5 years..

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Glad to help! Good luck finishing it up!

[@brucehodges7889]

Been following some of your videos. Very helpful! I'm trying to put a '91 Integra back together that I took apart...17 years ago...

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Wow, good luck! You got this!

[@infamousnicone]

Thanks to you I was able to take apart my b20b motor from a 97crv and take everything I need and more to put into my 01 crv Thanks for the vid bro

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Excellent! You're welcome

[@angelnevarez3860]

where did you get the arp studs for non vtec 

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I Google shopped it. Can't remember which place I actually ordered it from, whichever was least expensive at the time.

[@oldirtydave22]

dude i just bought a 99 integra gs for $500 as a project from the acution it started overheating on the way home I checked cylinder 1 and it looked a little milky I found gallon jugs of water in the trunk that was a dead giveaway and all other signs point to headgasket. Im tackling it this weekend and ill be watching this to make sure I am on point thanks bro!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Good luck, hope this video helps!

[@oldirtydave22]

@@GarageBuiltHondas Do I HAVE YO! re adjust the valves for sure or could iIget away with just resurfacing the head and using the arps? The car was over heating nasty!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You need to adjust them. It's really not that difficult, it can seem intimidating but it's well worth it. You'll lose power and MPG's if they aren't adjusted properly.

[@oldirtydave22]

Garage Built Hondas just wondering how do they unadjust by removing the head they weren’t ticking at all?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Are you going to take all of the head parts to the shop and have them cleaned/acid dipped?

[@AdventuringWithMike]

Great video. Just pulled the head off and its the first time I've ever done it

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Glad to have been able to help!!!

[@richardpermejo]

This is by far the best video on the disassembly on the B20. I plan to do my Teggy B18B1 for the first time. Kinda nervous. I am just a little iffy on the TDC... Question once you have it on TDC you dont have to worry about it moving or anything while you work on disassembly?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

No. You're all set.

[@IntegraDIY]

If you haven't already you should try and do a basic diy port match and polish.. you can get a bit more flow out of it 🤙🏽

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Great idea, but I didn't. I'm not trying to do much more to this motor. Want to get it running before march and just enjoy it at the track for the 6 events this year, fingers crossed!

[@rogerscorp]

Thank your for this detailed video, I’m about to start the removal process of my b20 head

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

👍

[@mcarr8685]

Everyone asks about the intake bolts. I left the lower ones attached and pulled the head up after unbolting it and was able to reach under to remove the lower nuts on the intake.

[@cotycross6495]

Where can I get that plug wire cover I have a b20b and I think it looks great! Thanks for the video.

[@braxtonrosas7338]

This is convenient cuz I just blew my b18b head gasket

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Hope it helps you out!!

[@jaimevalles9763]

Braxton Rosas how did it go bro!

[@RustyHondas]

​@jaimevalles9763 did he tell u how it went?

[@quinpannyasee1006]

Hey I would like to thank you because your guide was very helpful and I am almost done with my 1996 integra

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Excellent! You're welcome

[@yggdrasil7k]

Quin howd it go? Was the guide helpful and was there any problems doing it? Im about to replace my head gasket in my 97 integra.

[@richardpermejo]

You are amazing Garage Built Hondas. I have one more question that lingers in my head before I start. Is it necessary to remove the other belts besides timing belt like the air conditioning belt, alternator belts and all the pulleys?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Power steering for sure, might be able to get away with the other 2 though not needing to be removed.

[@richardpermejo]

@@GarageBuiltHondas Thanks Jon... you are good at this hope ur not too bothered on my questions

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

👍

[@SmudgyContent]

How the H E double hockey stick 🏒s did u get to the bottom of the intake bolts? 😢

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

U-joints and extensions.

[@civilarms247]

Bro this video was everything but I don't know to get to intake manifold brackets because mine is OEM 😪

[@CruddyDriveway]

thank you for being the ultimate honda guru

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

👍

[@Dndhdhs-n7x]

Does this affect timing? Do I have to line up the guides? 1st time trying to do it

[@Afrorack]

Well detailed..will help me now as I do a head gasket

[@unlimitedpotential24.7]

@7:18 You talk about getting those intake manifold bolts and nuts off. Wow, the lower ones are insanely difficult to remove, unless one dismantles the entire intake area and below? Just curious as I'm stuck at that point, with 3 bolts under the manifold (and maybe 2 more!) that i can't reach!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I used a 12" extension with my ratchet from the top, and also a bend extension from under the car with a 6" extension. That bend extension made it a lot easier.

[@unlimitedpotential24.7]

Nice! I managed to get the intake manifold off! Thanks.

[@jacksonpuckett6115]

Leave the intake manifold on!! Remove it with the head, so much easier. You will need to remove a few bolts from the intake manifold support bracket. They are fairly easily accessible from the top of the engine, although first you may want to lay underneath and look up with a flashlight to see exactly where their at. Some models have different support brackets. My 98 CRV only had 2 bolts here. Also, install the head with intake manifold attached.

[@Liam-B]

Is the steering wheel removal a stock thing? Liking the security bonus there.

[@bman409]

Nice video and great explanation, it don't even seem that hard to do so I'm more confident now to doing it myself. I think I got a bent valve on cylinder 1 and/or 2 on my swapped B18B1 Civic coupe. I got a couple of questions though. 1. You don't need to put the motor at TDC when removing the head? I noticed that you didn't mention that. 2. Did you really have to take off the cams and rocker arms just to remove the head? 3. When the head is off, do I need to resurface it? I got a new head gasket and ARP head studs ready on standby.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks! 1. No you do not, you will be setting it at TDC when you re-install it. 2. Yes, you cannot get to the head bolts without removing them unfortunately. 3. It is highly recommended to eliminate any imperfections. I did not resurface the head when I first installed this a year before this video and the head gasket lasted only 1 year. It seems to be running great so far with no issues at all. Resurfacing is pretty inexpensive also. The resurface was only $65, I paid another $40 to have the head and all of the parts acid dipped so they would all be very clean when re-installing.

[@bman409]

Hey, thanks for the reply. 1. Ok cool, I always thought you had to do that because I was gonna make a mark on my belt for insurance. 2. I don't even know why I asked this question cause I was reading it in my manual and there's no way around it, I had a dumb moment. Lol. 3. Really? I actually bought my car swapped already and whoever did the work did a damn good job, I've only had to change out a few things like my radiator (half-size dual core aluminum), clutch (stage 2 competition clutch), tires (205/50 R15 Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457), motor mounts (Yonaka), power steering pump, battery (Yellow-top Optima) and valve cover gasket. Other than that it's never gave me any problems since I've owned it for the past 3 years, so I'm guessing my head is ok? Besides the bent valve. I do know that it does burn oil, but I'm pretty sure it's my valve stem seals. 1. When they acid dipped it was the head completely apart?

[@bman409]

Hey, once again thanks for the video, I'm actually in the process of doing it myself and so far so good. Even though it's taking me all day. Lol. But I did noticed that you forgot to mention that the timing tension adjuster has a plug over the cover. I was trying to find that 14mm bolt for the longest until I realized that I had a plug sitting there. I pulled it out and bam, a freshly looking bolt is just sitting there, like it never been touched. Also, I'm having a bit trouble of getting my intake off. I got all the bolts out, except 1 (9/10) that I can not reach to save my life. It's the furthest one near the dizzy on the bottom. How did you get that off? But thanks once again, I done called it a day for now all I got to do is get that one bolt out from the intake and take out my head studs

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

bman409 I thought I replied to your last comment right away, it must have not posted, my bad! My head wasn't completely disassembled. The valves were still installed with the retainers/springs/keepers but it was all nice and clean everywhere. The bolts by the distributor, I used a wrench to knock both of those off. I can't seem to get a ratchet/socket on those so it's always a wrench. You're talking about the ones closest to the thermostat housing?

[@bman409]

I'm talking about bolt #10, as you pointed out in your video @ 7:53 - 7:59, on the intake manifold. How did you get to it? I got the 9 other ones out, but not that one. The dizzy was easy to take off. Lol. I got most of the work done, I just need to get the head studs off and my spark plugs out and I can pull the head. I'm having a bit trouble with the head studs though, maybe cause I'm not using a breaker bar? I have a impact wrench but that's no good either, I got a Ryobi one.

[@voodooranger5772]

Thank you so much!!!!!!! You've saved me a lot of time and money

[@rtchow3000]

that's a great video. please don't use screwdriver to pry the cam sections. just uses rubber mullet to tap, will dislodge the sections.

[@AnAZNK1d]

Great video as always! Quick question about the s2 half sized radiator, did you have to modify the hood to make clearance for the cap?

[@joshuasheridan8684]

Did you not have to find top dead center?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Not necessary when removing the head.

[@davidwoodward7020]

hi, at 4.38 in theres 2 sensors and coolant port in line,what is the one in the middle.i was taking the head off today and bust that.i dont know what to call it to order one.thanks in advance for your help.cheers,Dave

[@dmerado231]

Hi..I see you have no compressor for the A/C nor a power steering pump..those have to b taken off as well..

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yes

[@RobertoSteveLou]

Finally in the step of removing the intake as per your recommendations, but worried about a rocker arm that cracked, if I buy it and replace it is it still necessary to keep the order of all the other working rocker arms in their respective positions? also other two where found out of their position and I am unsure where is the place they belong to. Thanks always ! Have some other questions on this interesting matters, happy to have your help on my first head removal.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Rocker arm placement doesn't matter as long as you adjust the valves when reassembling.

[@johnspratley6691]

great video, 4 people do not understand mechanics.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+John Spratley thanks!

[@drury2d8]

Fine Job...Excellent. I have a 1998 Honda CRV (177700 miles) .. the oil cap has a milky residue, but the radiator cap has none, nor does the dipstick show any residue. what could be the problem.. the coolant level is in the reservoir has dropped only little over a long time. IS IT THE HEAD GASKET ?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Sounds like it. Usually the milky residue is a result of oil/water mixture. Check the exhaust, if you can smell some coolant in the mixture of exhaust fumes then you'll now for sure.

[@drury2d8]

@@GarageBuiltHondas Dammit.. Can a novice do this? I change oil and stuff by myself.. im a college student .. dont have 1000 dollars for a head gasket job.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

It might be a little tricky as a novice. If you're mechanically inclined you may be able to get it done for about $300 maybe. That would include parts and the price of a resurfaced head job.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Try to find someone to do it locally for a good price.

[@unlimitedpotential24.7]

That tensioner bolt @9:48 is different on my 00' CRV with a B20 non-vtec. It's super easy for you to get, but mine is notoriously difficult to reach. I took off one of the camshafts with the cam gear and angled it whilst slipping the timing belt on the cam gears. Then bolted down the holders.. I hope the timing is right? I tried to keep the crankpulley at tdc but it moved whilst i was putting the belt/camshaft on... advice? ideas?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Unlimited Potential Do you still have the AC and/or power steering belts and pulleys attached?

[@unlimitedpotential24.7]

Power steering belt and pump is off. AC and alternator belts and pulleys are still on. I managed to reach that adjusting bolt! I loosened it, put the belt on with cams and crank at TDC, then tightened the bolt, and everything seems to be good! I only hope the tension is properly set. I turned the crank several times and everything seems to be lining up! For awhile I was trying to loosen and tighten the adjusting bolt a few times with no increase in tension in the belt. Then, I fiddled with it for a while longer and managed to get the belt on the cams with the crank and cams at TDC...then tightened the adjusting bolt. Hope it works out. I'm on to the valve adjustment, then downhill from there! Thanks for your help

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+Unlimited Potential awesome! If you cranked it a handful of times and it still lines up correctly you should be fine. I do the exact same thing after I have tightened the tensioner. Good luck with the valve adjustment, let me know how it goes after the initial start!

[@unlimitedpotential24.7]

Thanks for your valuable help! Will do!

[@Daniel-mp6jv]

ik this is an old video but i’m wondering if the head bolts are reusable in the b18

[@CrispyMcHaha]

U have to have new ones, ARP is a good brand. But I’m using apex gasket set/head bolts. Only because I’m going to do a full rebuild in a couple months and just need it running for right now.

[@RobertoSteveLou]

Awesome! but there are no sensors in that system as the book for my CRV asks to remove a bunch of them, as well as the injectors and many other stuff. Its the same?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

It's the same process

[@RobertoSteveLou]

@@GarageBuiltHondas thanks , you are inspiring.

[@baddestburrito]

Jon Widmer: excellent work, as before. I hope you keep making vids for a long, long time. I still have the stock D-series in my Si, but if it ever goes, I will consider going B20. I had been thinking B16 or even B18, but now I am kind of on the fence, after watching what you have been able to do here. Would you recommend the B20 over the other 2? Is the SOHC design of the B16s and B18s, inherently more durable, due to having fewer moving parts? I have heard that the VTEC engines are slightly less robust, because of said issue. And, I assume that SOHC is way easier to work on, than DOHC.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

B20/B18 Non-V are both very similar, but the B20 is still a stronger engine of the 2. The B16 is torqueless but a very fun motor that loves to rev! All 3 are great upgrades over the sohc engines. The least expensive route would be the b20 swap. If you live in an area where they have an engine importer, they can be bought for between $375-$425. That's a steal for such a stout engine. I personally love the b20, even much more than the B18 that I used to have in here. It's quick, pulls hard and is super fun to drive!

[@is.joseee6101]

I got to the cams and took them off today off my 88 prelude si the exhaust stuff and I take is what I gotta take off I just don’t wanna get under it cuz it’s been sitting and I seen a few black widows sitting around it lol

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Get some bug/spider spray and get to work!

[@javier90gonzalez87]

good stuff man like the way you keep those 90,91 civics alive man . i enjoy the vids do mor track videos

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Soon man, march 18th is the first track day at ASR for me!! I'm trying to get ready for it!

[@K20Ram]

On the stop manifold can you get to the bold from the bottom of the car or the top

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Either

[@b0wwdwn1]

great video good knowledge and about to change my head gasket thumbs up

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks

[@ericmoralezz]

Would you know another brand of good quality head studs much cheaper that arp?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Right here! jhpusa.com/products/power-pros-head-studs-b-k-series?_pos=4&_sid=35c2c5f06&_ss=r

[@ericmoralezz]

Thank you sir

[@PulledPurk]

My socket will not fit inside that small hole for the tensioner. Guess I have to go buy an extra thin walled socket?

[@jbeck3046]

If I were doing the head gasket change on a b18 b1 and wanted to replace the timing belt, would I not have to mark the new belt while the old belt was on? Would this ensure correct orientation of the new belt?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+Justin Beck no, you'll just be resetting timing altogether. I find it more difficult to do it that way. It is 10x easier for me to just reset it when putting it all back together. It might be easier for you that way if you want to do it like that.

[@jacksonpuckett6115]

When replacing a timing belt on this engine it doesn't matter how or where it's position is(the belt itself) when you install it, it's basically no different than a normal drive belt in terms of that. If you are doing everything correctly, your #1 piston will be a Top Dead Center, therefore the engine is in it's easiest place to find and locate. Why? Because there are marks on your crankshaft and timing cover, that do not change. Also on your camshaft. So if you WERE to disturb timing, you could correct it using these marks. (What marks? "UP" and pointers on camshafts sprockets, and crank keyway and TDC pointer on front of engine.) But, you shouldn't need to. Put #1 at TDC and don't disturb the crank/cams and install your new timing belt according to procedure and you'll be good. The marks that people make on timing belts before removing are only if they are reusing them, so they can slide them back on without having to set the timing. Which the other guy in the comment section said that he prefers to always reset the timing if belt is removed. Either way works if done correctly. Good luck.

[@orlandoautoparts2993]

@@jacksonpuckett6115 2019 early am and u just helped me more that you can imagine thanks for the epic help/comment !

[@jacksonpuckett6115]

@@orlandoautoparts2993 awesome man! Glad I could help !

[@rawlbro]

@GBH I noticed you didn’t set the cams on top dead center, is it necessary to do so? I plan on doing the same process on mine plus changing the water pump. Any input helps thanks!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I didn't. I went ahead and just retimed the engine. You can set if before ever taking it apart. It will help, but it's not a necessity if you're confident you can set timing.

[@aycarambas]

Any recommendations on removing old stuck head gasket residue off 88crx si? Thank you

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

None. Get a pack of fresh razor blades and get to work. EF head gaskets are the worst.

[@jdmgarage2191]

Ay Jon I bought a intake manifold I got of a 1990 Honda Civic does it fit my 1991 Honda Civic it's a po6 intake

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Should I refer to your other comment about the Del sol intake manifold? Yes the p06 intake manifold from the 93-97 Del Sol will work perfect.

[@angelnevarez3860]

where did you get the arp studs for non vtec 

[@miriamvivo4279]

Just found your great video.1995 honda odysssey broke timi ng belt on hwy. Towed home gonna pull head and do the same. This is a 1st for me.did leak down no go bent valves and more? Don't know till I pull head. Honda has 295,241 miles on it. Debating on repair or scrapping. May repair if pistons and rest of block looks ok. I'm retired so I have the time. Have a great day

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

See if the cam/cams spin. If they do then most likely no valves were bent!

[@elijah2078]

Jon, I'm about to pull the head on my D16A6 in my 89 CRX si and wanted to ask you a question before I get started please. Is it easier to pull this head with the intake attached or would it be easier to separate the intake and tie it back out of the way? Thanks for all you do for the Honda community!!!! Greg

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

It's easier with. Then you can get to the nuts a lot easier when it's off

[@elijah2078]

@@GarageBuiltHondas Thanks Jon!!!

[@unlimitedpotential24.7]

Great video! Did you relieve the fuel pressure from the fuel system before taking stuff off?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Unlimited Potential thanks! No I didn't, I didn't disconnect any fuel lines so none of the fuel came out. You can if you prefer.

[@ShimaKiyoshi]

What does the old gasket look like & can you see where it has failed? Could you see any signs of it on the head face?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I couldn't see any signs of where it was failing. The head gasket was an eBay brand and it lasted for the last year and I beat on it every time I drove the car. It could have been a number of factors though, probably the main one being just throwing the head into the block without having it resurfaced. We'll see if the new gasket holds up!

[@eksalazar4288]

whats the end gap for 1st and 2nd piston rings on a 84mm b20v gsr head? help plz?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Sorry, I don't know that answer. Have you checked the service manual for the b20 block? That should give you the correct gap.

[@alexafa316]

I like the subs lol when he starts the engine u can hear the exhaust and the caption says "Music" 🤣🤣🤣

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Haha

[@alexafa316]

Dang I remember typing this 4 years ago lol 😅😂 nice b20/b18 vids it's very helpful

[@kentmocc]

looking forward to your video on putting in the new valve stem seals! (I will have to do the same real soon too :)

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I'll have them done in the next video, but I also made this video last year if you want to check it out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX_MZoyhp6qqa9k&lc=z12mjrtixujlyd23a23ycr5obmjegtdee

[@6whisky9]

I've heard it's recommended to change some seals as well whenever that deep into the block. What seals would be changed? Sorry if your already said it in the video

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I didn't touch the block. The seals replaced in the video are necessary as none of them are intended to be re-used.

[@settripsbunch]

Quick question gotta get the concept:So when pulling the head Taking off the dizzy, timing belt, etc 1st cylinder doesnt have to be tdc...dizzy firing on 1

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+settripsbunch No it does not. You'll be resetting timing completely when reinstalling the head. Cylinder at TDC isn't necessary.

[@settripsbunch]

Shot out! Also Intake manifold and oem bracket: to get the bottom bolts off it's an under or over job...(so the steer rack is not in the way) also do you have to bleed the fuel system (injector are apart of the manifolds anatomy)

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+settripsbunch For the bracket, it's a lot easier from under. And there is no bleeding of any part of the fuel system. You may want to bleed the coolant system once you have refilled it and are getting any air out of the system.

[@settripsbunch]

Got everything off..it was easy..taking it to the mech shop in a few days...cant wait to get it back.. haha see if I can get like the pros do!

[@settripsbunch]

Have another question for you..what if there is slight variance mic-ing the block .002 in some areas to .0035 Will one have to get the block resurfaced? Or will a headgasket and sealant work? The situation For 1 I broke the belt...2. When driving in the mountains dropping thousands of feet the engine would get cold and blow white smoke heavy out the exhaust...no bubbles in the radiator...but it would overheat on inclines at idle...sidenote engine fan is hooked up to a switch. What you think?

[@ryanramirez7563]

Are you going to use oem seals or an aftermarket seal kit? Just wondering if you have used an aftermarket gasket kit before and if it was worth the money.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yes, I'm using a Supertech MLS headgasket and valve stem seals. I'll be using OEM camshaft seals, valve cover gasket, and spark plug tube seals. You'll see it in my next video.

[@ryanramirez7563]

Jon Widmer , awesome. Reason I'm asking is because guy at work snapped his timing belt on his DA. Think I might pick it up and get the head sent out just .

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Nice, my install went smooth, cars running great again! The video will be up Sunday if you want to see the Supertech head gasket & stem seals!!

[@ryanramirez7563]

Jon Widmer, I do want to see it. Cars running great again so now we get to see some more track video's!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Absolutely, shooting for the March 18th date!

[@clkinaz]

I'm pulling the head on my B20 CRV engine. How were you able to access the lower bolts on the intake manifold? Looks like I'm going to have to pull the manifold with the head.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Extensions and u-joint extensions.

[@nathans2k02]

hey jon my b20 is the jdm b20b and the website said it has 8.8 compression with 143hp 133tq... so is this the high comp b20. i read somewhere that the true high comp b20 has 9.6 compression

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

What year is your b20? The 99-01 are high comp only and will have the knock sensor.

[@nathans2k02]

Jon Widmer i dont have the enginge aith me right now and it doesnt state on the website. the thing that confuses me jon is that they advertise it as the jdm b20b/b20z. my block says b20b. they advertise the hogh comp hp and torque... but the comp says 8.8 on their website... so im going to have to call them

[@nathans2k02]

Jon Widmer i was freaking out when I saw this. all this money ive spent for all the parts to only have 120hp will not fly with me. id have to build a high comp bottom end for it to be worth my time and money. 11:1

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Nathan Rivera agreed. Take a look at the year stamp on the head. There are some importers that try to sell off the low comp engines as high comp to people who don't know the difference.

[@nathans2k02]

Jon Widmer i called i git the right one. thanks jon

[@craigiefconcert6493]

Hey! I painted my valve cover the same colour! How much did it cost for the machine shop work? I’m thinking that next time pick n pull has a fifty percent off sale I’ll go and pull a head as a “backup”. I could get it cleaned and machined if I want to use it.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Nice! $175ish

[@adsu]

excellent work with these videos, very helpful thank you, keep it up!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You're welcome

[@6whisky9]

Do you have to make sure it's in top dead center before removing the timing belt? I'm gonna try this on my b18 but I'm no mechanic. Any advice would be great!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

No. You'll reset timing once you get everything put back together.

[@t1edgar93]

Thanks so much for this video bro! Subscribed!

[@leannefland7859]

Did you set to TDC before removing the belt off camera or does it really not matter ?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

No, it doesn't matter.

[@macoolitzclub]

did you drain the oil as well or just coolant?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Both

[@cplat__9753]

very helpful video! btw what size are those tires?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks! 205/50

[@808Deathmetal]

I'm not finding a sequence in my FSM in which order it wants me to remove the cam caps, But I'm thinking it can't be different between B and D series DOHC motors?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I'm sure it's similar and wouldn't hurt to follow the b series order of removal.

[@reecebready5962]

I can’t figure out how to get the intake manifold off. I have 1 or 2 nuts left and they are impossible to get at. Any suggestions b18a1

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

6" wobble extensions, or use the extensions that are joints.

[@thekidmechanic4303]

can you put a link for the spark plug wires cover

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

amzn.to/3iPLI1t

[@thekidmechanic4303]

Garage Built Hondas I mean the cover that you have for them can you send that link please i also am replacing a blown head gasket for me integra your videos are helping alot thank you

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Efparts.com

[@robertoflores513]

Hopefully you respond but, I've removed everything correctly but the head doesn't want to come out it feels like something is holding it down by the intake manifold. Can you help?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Are you sure all the bolts, brackets and misc are removed?

[@dreamer2355]

Amazing content as usual

[@sheeptoshepherd4624]

Question I have 91 civic hatch si It won’t start and backfires out of the intake… I checked timing and it seems to be fine. Suggestion on where to go next?

[@sheeptoshepherd4624]

Has fuel and spark also

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Double check timing.

[@sheeptoshepherd4624]

@@GarageBuiltHondas will do

[@sheeptoshepherd4624]

@@GarageBuiltHondas so I double checked it (d16a6 engine)also did a compression test and it’s didn’t have any compression on any cylinder. Any thoughts? Never seen zero compression on every cylinder

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You sure timing is perfect? If it's off a tooth you'll have a valve open when it's supposed to be at TDC causing no compression.

[@conifer9879]

My cam caps are completely stuck. I don't think they have ever been removed. Any tips? I don't want to damage them. I've been hitting them pretty hard with a rubber mallet, but it does nothing.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Pull up on the cam gear slightly. It may help.

[@christianmontesino171]

Can you help me man.. I have a 99 ls integra ..one of the cylinders has a misfire i been told it needs new valves, what do you think? We replaced the spark plugs.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Run a leak down test and go from there. It'll let you know what's going on inside.

[@christianmontesino171]

@@GarageBuiltHondas cool.. I went to autozone n borrowed their scan tool i have a few codes on it.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

If you need new valves a leak down test will reveal that

[@RobertoSteveLou]

Sorry to bother once again, looks like I only trust you!!!! one last question. Is it a must to remove the Head in my situation or not? or should I just buy a Rocker Arm that minimally on a corner cracked, replace it, position on their places the two that went away from their position, set the belt on time once again and start the car? Removing the head only to see if there is a problem with a valve? My situation was that the car wont start , opened the valve cover and discovered three Rocker Arms out of place and a set of valve keepers out of place as well. No overheating on the car, this happened a day after a motor cleanup but lt looks like it has nothing to do with that. Really thankfull with you from here in Panamá City!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Was the car started or attempted to start before removing the valve cover and seeing the rocker arms out of place?

[@RobertoSteveLou]

@@GarageBuiltHondas Yes Sir, multiple times, automatic transmission Honda CRV 2000.

[@RobertoSteveLou]

@@GarageBuiltHondas I really appreciate your answer! please reply!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You probably bent some valves unfortunately. I had the same thing happen to me. A rocker arm wasn't in place and I started the car and it bent the valve. Luckily it didn't puncture the piston.

[@RobertoSteveLou]

@@GarageBuiltHondas Thanks! you are once again right! looks like varnish in one intake valve, just got it replaced in the car shop. The guy says its probably a gasoline degradation as the car was parked unused for months. Now with the intake out I see your video about replacing all the cooling system hoses and many other things that can be done to take advantage of the disassemble, also cleaning extreme carbon bulidup inside the intake. Thanks godsent intelligent sir.

[@dabeztmashups2425]

When you take the timing belt off and cams off, don't you have to put it to TDC?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You can if that'll help you. I don't and I just reset everything when putting it back together.

[@dabeztmashups2425]

Garage Built Hondas ah I see... Nice 👌🏽

[@heribertonavarro7453]

Very nice video , thanks , I'll be doing my b18 91' acura Integra

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Awesome, glad to help! Thanks for commenting!

[@daytoncooper1891]

Really wish you showed yourself removing the intake bolts. I have no clue how to get to mine.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

The top ones I used just an assortment of ratchets and some wrenches. The bottom, I got a couple from underneath the car by using some 6" extensions and the extensions that bend at the joint letting you get to it at a different angle.

[@coloradomacbay131]

I have some questions on clusters and cluster harnesses. where or how can I get in touch with you to ask these kinda detailed questions?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

You can ask here if you don't mind? I don't mind at all, it can always help people in the future possibly.

[@coloradomacbay131]

Jon Widmer I didn't think of it like that. but I put my 1990 dash in my 1989. I also bought a 1990 si cluster for my 1990 dash and found out that cluster won't work with my cluster harness because of the year difference. I've looked up the diagrams and I think I have the idea of how to do it but wanted to make sure that's how. also where in the cluster does the oil pressure gauge connect? couldn't find it in the diagrams. and how could I get my rpm gauge work or once I get the wiring figured out it will work? sorry a lot of questions..

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Possibly B05. Click this link, it has a pin out for where the plug is in a 90-91. Maybe that can help? Hope it points you in the right direction. 0dae2289-a-62cb3a1a-s-sites.googlegroups.com/site/trevermcdermott/JDMEF9GaugeClusterWiring.pdf?attachauth=ANoY7cqvz4WJT3OSFGHsa8uW8GJKqEeVlZJw7-VQAGYpjE8PRmqzFelysBes0hb5f1h_jAgVR7e9MnfNvSLY4NMCRIn90jZnhUwr7dY__Ft-HwqF_FImLfJaIJGlkR-xELwT87JhjlxZ9iBEqZ8ajKyIbUc1v4YGp2bm4sU1Qlc0_ao4qxu23Q0F_04qE4q9wmnprjKbMkeI81g2IM7s110cucpPcagEnpwwnxn7OV3Hfc3oJH95MTA%3D&attredirects=0

[@Drew.coggs_ig]

Those 2 middle bottom intake manifold bolts are such a pain to get to, I gave up... any tips?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Extensions and u-joints. Gotta be persistent.

[@baddestburrito]

Also, one thing I was worried about with the B20, as opposed to the B16 (let's say): our cars were designed for 1.6 litre engines, and they handle like, "God's own chariot," as someone else has put it. Would cramming a 2.0 L engine into the car, make it handle any worse...even a little bit?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

On your stock suspension the front end may dive a little more, but the engine/transmission combo only weighs about 150lbs extra total. If you ever lower your car with the stiffer springs and/or upgraded shocks, you will offset the weight with that upgrade.

[@baddestburrito]

Thanks! Awesome info!

[@PulledPurk]

How do you get the bolts under the intake? I've been working on this for days... They are the only thing I need to do. (Before pulling head)

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Extensions and u-joints

[@PulledPurk]

@@GarageBuiltHondas did you go from under the car? I've been trying for almost 5 hours.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I did not.

[@PulledPurk]

@@GarageBuiltHondas I finally got it. From under the car. Small 1/4 ratchet.

[@BellyUpFishGarage]

Kinda random comment for this video, but what kinda camera and microphone are you using in this video?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

This right here with the camera mic. No external mic. amzn.to/2FFPagE

[@PulledPurk]

Can I leave the cam shafts on the head? Looks pointless to remove them

[@PulledPurk]

Nevermind, the head bolts are underneath the camshafts

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

👍

[@PulledPurk]

The local shops near me won't do it, they say 220k is too many miles. So I'm doing it myself. Just bought a canopy from harbor freight so I don't have to stand in the Florida sun. I have two concerns: 1 Do I need to make top dead center? 2 Those nuts/bolts on the underside of the intake manifold seem almost impossible to get to. Did you go from under the car?

[@Highway94]

love your vids man keep it up !

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Thanks Carlos!

[@DavidBrown-js1vp]

Will a b18 head fit a b20 block and will it hold boost?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yes. Some if tuned correctly. I've seen stock setups make 250-300hp.

[@salvatoredelira2350]

whats your opinion on vtec heads on b20s and non vtec b18s? is it worth it?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Salvatore De Lira Definitely worth it! You're supposed to upgrade the rod bolts to rev higher but I've seen many people not do this and have good results still. I think it depends on how much abuse your going to throw at it. My friend with the y49 CRX in a couple of my videos has a b20v setup on a stock block and it made 154hp. He has been beating on it at the track for the last 5 years and hasn't had one problem yet. He only takes it to 7400 rpm's but it's quick. My b20b stock makes 136. He got an additional 18hp with just the head swap.

[@oscararias2362]

Jon Widmer that's really low I made 186 bone stock b20v with a 3 inch intake in my em1

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

We are at 3800 foot elevation also, at sea level that would be around 175.

[@salvatoredelira2350]

im in Dallas Would be cool to be at sea level get the extra hp

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I'd love to see the difference on the same car!

[@jdmgarage2191]

Jon does1990 del sol intake fit a 1991 Honda Civic because I got it off the same car as mine in the junk yard because I am trying to make it mpfi

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yes, the Del Sol intake manifold will work. The p06

[@jdmgarage2191]

Jon Widmer thank you what would I need I got the fuel rail with injector and the fuel line but I am missing a sensor I don't know which one it is it is on top of the throttle body

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Bernie Reyes That's the map sensor. you're map sensor is currently on your firewall.

[@jdmgarage2191]

Jon Widmer yes true but I am saying that I am missing that part on the new intake that I bought

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Then you'll need to run your old map sensor to that new position, the old one is a different style and doesn't fit.

[@platinumsix7]

Hi jon was wondering if I could pm you about a problem I have with my hatch.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Sure, you can ask here if you'd like, easier to get to!

[@celsosenpai6245]

Hey man I'm wondering if p30 pistons will fit a B18b ls . I read here and there that it's a direct fit and won't need any machining on the bore or claying . But wanted to ask someone . My goal 403 crower cams p30 pistons port polish head skunk 2. . More of a non vtec type guy. Want to make it decent for what it is.

[@celsosenpai6245]

*intake manifold

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I don't have experience with that, but I just read about it and it seems to work just fine and gives you a nice bump in compression especially with those supporting mods you have planned.

[@BumbleBeeNebula]

What kind of wrench are you using for the head bolts i cut the shit outta my hands today trying to use a basic socket wrench and extender

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Craftsman 3/8" drive with a breaker bar

[@BumbleBeeNebula]

@@GarageBuiltHondas i cannot figure out how to take the bottom bolts off the intake manifold

[@BumbleBeeNebula]

@@GarageBuiltHondas my hand cant fit

[@jdmalliancellc1723]

We have never had a location in Houston, If you ordered an engine from us it would have been out of Dallas.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+Jdm Alliance Support You're correct, Garland right?

[@jdmalliancellc1723]

yes.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+Jdm Alliance Support That's where they shipped it from, last March.

[@MrBgyfz450]

do you know what studs you are using, i cant find any head bolts anywhere for my 89 prelude b20a5

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+Mr.Random56 I'm using ARP. Best ones you can get and are reusable. They hopefully make them for your engine also.

[@MrBgyfz450]

I called them and they said they only have them for the b20b engine. What engine do you have?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+Mr.Random56 b20b

[@MrBgyfz450]

Garage Built Hondas. I've looked every where online and I can't find head bolts anywhere for the b20a5. Do you know what the differences are from the b20a to b20b?

[@jonatanherrerapadilla353]

I broke one of the bolts putting it back on the ones that go under the head

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

The head of the bolt broke off? Removing it or reinstalling it?

[@jonatanherrerapadilla353]

Garage Built Hondas reinstalling

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Under the head?

[@jonatanherrerapadilla353]

Garage Built Hondas yes

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I'm not sure I understand which bolts you're talking about.

[@haydenhale2646]

how much of a difference is this on a vetch?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

The camshaft holders are different but a very similar process.

[@haydenhale2646]

+Garage Built Hondas ok IV got another question, IV got a b20 and a b16 head and I'm wanting to also do an intakevand herder....... and a cam but I'm not wanting a big cam just a cam to add a little HP any suggestion?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I don't have any experience with using upgraded cams....yet.

[@IKESTERrocks]

Nice can't wait for the next video

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Soon, hope this clunker is running by the end of the week!!

[@richardpermejo]

Did you have to do a TDC on this fix?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Yes

[@benl4707]

GBH,Can You recommend a proven gasket kit: got a quote from honda 400 plus and 255 shipped from machinist...

[@benl4707]

Non vtec Ls 92 acura integra

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+ben l which gaskets?

[@chuckpowers5311]

Garage Built Hondas Yeahhhhhh! 1. It was the full head gasket set...I'm thinking about picking up the felpro setup from advance.... 2. Arp head studs where did you pickup yours from...I see some on ebay for 90 bucks...have to ask first time around and I have to get it right! 3. also when you had that bad valve.. What was it doing..was told my valves were burnt up..when I would drive from sea level up into the mountains...coming down from 3k to 1.5k above sea level my temp would drop and white smoke would exit the tail pipe.... would that help destroy valves not be the cause of bad valves ....or?

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

+Bi Trued 1. The felpros always seem to work ok for me. Haven't had an issue yet. 2. eBay, I did shop around to find the least expensive but it ended up being an eBay seller. 3. You may have bad valve stem seals. My valve stuck and it bent after the piston made contact. Or your rings are on their way out completely.

[@PulledPurk]

My timing tensioner was covered by a tiny rubber cap. You should get a stock Honda and remake this video.

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Those small bits aren't a big deal. The jist of it is covered. If a small rubber cap is too difficult to figure out for someone then they probably would be better off taking the car to someone who can do the work for them.

[@PulledPurk]

@@GarageBuiltHondas True. Your video has been very helpful.

[@PulledPurk]

Couldn't have done it without you

[@logangump3662]

Where can I find a valley cover like that for a b18b1??

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Valve cover? Or spark plug wire cover?

[@logangump3662]

@@GarageBuiltHondas sorry spark plug cover

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

efparts.com

[@pedrogomes2554]

Don't need to take to a machine shop Nfast lane used a scotch bright (plastic) with gasoline to remove any leftovers of head gasket on it. In the beginning I was like wtf, but afterwards I saw the result it was really good( you don't damage the block/head because it's aluminum and save lot of money)

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I'm not comfortable doing that not being able to measure the micrometer RA (roughness average) that the MLS head gaskets require.

[@pedrogomes2554]

@@GarageBuiltHondas yes but afterwards he uses a machined piece of straight steel and checks for the gaps on the sleeve and block if is over 2 thousends with the tool of checking valve gap (sorry for my English but hope you understand what the tool I'm saying)

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

I understand. I'd prefer to take it to a machine shop for a much tighter tolerance.

[@pedrogomes2554]

@@GarageBuiltHondas if it is a reputable machine shop I would take it too, but I live in a Island where machine shop are not like top notch

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

Good luck! 👍