Honda/Acura Engine Performance: How to Modify D, B, and H Series Honda/Acura Engines for Street and Drag Racing Performance

by Mike Kojima

Book Overview

A comprehensive guide to modifying the D, B and H series Honda and Acura engines.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 155788384X
• ISBN13: 9781557883841
• Release Date: April 2002
• Publisher: HP Books
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 10.9"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Great for beginners

As a beginning tuner, I have found this book to be very helpful. I highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in modifying their Civic, Prelude, Accord, or Integra. The information is presented in a fairly organized fashion, so it is easy to follow. Most of the parts and processes are described accurately in their cost and difficulty to install/perform. There are a few brand-name plugs, but most of the names mentioned are truly high quality parts (and not just paying sponsors). The author seems very knowledgable about the topic, though there are some disheartening typos... Like VTEC being spelled VTECH... not usually the sign of a Honda expert!A beginning tuner will enjoy learning the basics of engine design. Kojima wisely describes an engine as a giant air pump, and explains the importance of air flow very well. Thanks to this book, I knew exactly what size intake and exhaust to buy when I swapped an H22 engine into my 92 Accord (unfortunately, the info given on swaps is limited). There is also a good deal of detail when it comes to cam design and timing, head modifications, bottom end modifications, piston design, etc.The majority of this book is focused on forced induction, such as nitrous oxide, supercharging, and turbocharging. The author clearly favors turbocharging, and goes fairly deep into some math and theory. There is definitely a wealth of information on turbocharging for anyone who is interested.The book also seems geared toward the B series engines, with the H series being a bit of an afterthought. Still, I was able to learn very much useful information. I still learn a bit every time I pick it up! Definitely worth the money for a beginner. Experts may not find much new information here.

excellent book

Being a ameteur tuner, I bought this book and learned so much. Every question I had was answered regarding B series and even more! It doesnt go insanely into depth about some things mentioned in the book, but it goes into depth where its needed. It even gives you suggestions for OEM part swaps to gain hp for less money. excellent buy... a must have for any honda enthusiast!

The Ultimate Honda/Acura Engine Book

For years I've enjoyed many of Mr. Kojima's articles in Sport Compact Car. I've got the other Honda/Acura books and wasn't expecting to learn much. I was wrong. This is the most comprehensive book on engine performance by far. If you're looking to increase the performance of your Honda/Acura, you should read this book first.

This book is a gold mine!

Wow. This is a very, very good book. I really did not expect to find a book with this level of technical detail for such a low price. The section on turbochargers was great! It did a fantastic job of covering all of the fundamentals, without using so much technical jargon that it is over the head of most readers. The 'secret peaks' into some of the world's fastest all-motor Honda engines was also facinating. Even if you don't have a Honda, there is a lot of good, basic, sound engine performance information. If you are planning to modify a B-series or D-series Honda motor, you have to have this book!

The Book I've been waiting for

After reading every magazine I can get my hands on about tuning Honda's the wait for a comprehensive book on performance is over. This book will not collect dust! Topics range anywhere from simple bolt-on performance to high hp turbomotors. In my opinion it's the ultimate resource for anyone interested in adding power to their Honda or Acura.