Konig

Hey Guys,
I have been told by my shop that when I convert to the b16A2 engine I am going to loss my 97 honda civic si air conditioning.


Is the B16A2 compatible with air conditioning and could you tell me reasons why I would loss my A/C??????

I never really asked the mechanic why I am lossing the A/C I just assumed it was because of the engine size and\or the compressor's location!!!!


Please help. I am supposed to be getting the car back on Thursday. You input is appreciated before then.

Thanks.

bbarbulo

iTrader: (2)

you do not lose A/C... you just need the SiR compressor, that's all.

The same body style SiR comes with A/C and the same engine, so there is PLENTY of room!!

Konig

What does an SiR compressor go for?. So just to confirm I CANNOT use the Si compressor. I guess that's why the mechanic told me I would be losing my A/C.

bbarbulo

iTrader: (2)

ya, the Si compressor will NOT work, but the SiR one will or any integra compressor will work for that matter

anyways, looking at about... ummm well price depends $200-400 for a compressor.

gavinjay

barbulo.....is there anything u dont know?

imported_ryanhook

I betcha he doesn't know how many licks it takes to get to the centre of a Tootsie Roll Pop!

imported_gatherer

I'll bet he does..... and some sort of proof too...

the reason the mechanic is saying you'll lose it is they probably don't want to tackle the job of changing the compressor.....

bast thing to do is have the system evacuated and remove the compressor yourself .... then have them switch the engine and then get the sir pump and reinstall yourself....

imported_zc_hatch

if you buy a complete swap it usually comes with one right?

Konig

I don't think so bro.... Compressors can be expensive..... A/C robs Horsepower anyway

Should I just get rid of the A/C....????

imported_loudsubz

thats something only you can decide.