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Old 03-16-2019, 05:51 PM
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Hey guys so last year my engine gave up on me. Possibly a spun crank bearing because of all the metal shavings in the oil pan and one badly scored cylinder. I just bought a salvaged 08 s2000 and wanted to know what exactly I would need to install the dbw engine in my 04 ap2. Also I have seen a couple posts regarding this issue but most of the people trying to complete the swap only have the engine and not the ECU, harness, sensors etc. Any help would be appreciated.
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your probably way better off swapping the engine and keeping the existing intake, valve cover etc than converting it to a dbw car.
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And as far as sensors go, what would I have to use from the 04?
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The ENTIRE car is setup for the DBW. The electronics, VSA system, braking system, fuel system, evap aystem, all wiring harnesses, steering column components, the list is massive.

To convert an 00-05 car to DBW would be a very extensive undertaking.

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So what's my best option? Since the salvaged 08 I just bought has everything in it, can't I just swap all the necessary parts into mine?

Here's the donor car. I was also thinking if the damage to the car isn't that bad I could just use the subframe and suspension components from my car and fix the 08. Im waiting for it to be shipped so I can't know for sure how bad the damage is until I see it up close

http://poctra.com/2008-HONDA-S2000/i...VO/LAUREL-MD/2
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Swap from your 04 to the 08 motor:
Crank sensor
Crank wheel
TDC sensor
TDC wheel
Valve cover
IAT Sensor
Intake Manifold w/ throttle body
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Thank you guys! I appreciate the help
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