If I am not mistaken the SI motor is an H23. If possible could I get some suggestions of the overall performance of the H23 Motor. Also, if there is any common problems with all Si motors for Preludes?
The H23 has 160 HP. I believe the 5-speed si's ran 0-60 in mid 7 seconds (?). The engine is typical Honda quality: Change the oil every 3K, throw a new timing belt and water pump on every few years, and put on a new clutch, and it'll give you 200K. I know some people on this board are pushing 150-180K on their engines.
Heh Again Everyone! Is it true that Honda Preludes are being recalled because of some faulty part in the engine? If that is true, How can I find out what I can do to fix the problem? Phone Number? Someone posted some notes about the 94-96 Preludes are being recalled. Please write.
I believe it's for a seal. It tends to back out, there a hack that Honda applies to fix it. Basically I think it's just a retainer.
Do a search, or check older Honda TSBs.
It's a general recall for the balancer shaft seal. Mine actually backed out, dumping oil onto the street. Call Honda at 800-999-1009, I think to see if your car is involved.
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1994 Prelude Si (Sitting in Garage)
2004 WRX Wagon (Pounding the snow)
The si motor is a h23a1, 160 flywheel hp stock. Not a bad motor if you ask me. If you want VTEC but prefer the 2.3L, opt for a 97 Accord SiR h23a (2.3L VTEC). Would run circles around a h22a1 powered lude, but then again, my si already does that =)
-Mike
Anti-rice
14.5 all motor no vtec
13's around the corner
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JDM H22A
GReddy Header
Apex'i N1 Cat-Back
Test Pipe
MSD SCI - L, Coil & Wires.
AEM CAI
14.1@101
Originally posted by yellowh23a If you want VTEC but prefer the 2.3L, opt for a 97 Accord SiR h23a (2.3L VTEC). Would run circles around a h22a1 powered lude,
Not true. . .the JDM H23a VTEC has the same HP rating as the H22a and only two ft/lbs more torque, it also has a lower redline.
Originally posted by yellowh23a The si motor is a h23a1, 160 flywheel hp stock. Not a bad motor if you ask me. If you want VTEC but prefer the 2.3L, opt for a 97 Accord SiR h23a (2.3L VTEC). Would run circles around a h22a1 powered lude, but then again, my si already does that =)
-Mike
Anti-rice
14.5 all motor no vtec
13's around the corner
That's way too big of a motor!!!
There's a wall around the corner too!!!
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