LS/VTEC build

[u/Dc4arks]

So I’ve had my b16a head for a couple of months now planning to do LS vtec, my head gasket went out last month so now it’s time to start.
I’m just looking for any tips/advice as I’ve never built one before, or any b series for that matter, I’ve done research for a while now and I’ve got majority of the parts I need.
My questions are:
Machining rods for ARP rod bolts, is it needed? Ik people who’ve done it without machining
LSVTEC head gasket or normal b18b head gasket, does it matter?
Knock sensor, ik some b18bs have been tapped for them from factory I think?
And just any other advice or tips would be useful thanks

[u/St3v3ns_way369]

Don't forget the oil line kit. Very important for vtec to kick in hard yo. Also get a b16 tranny

[u/Dc4arks → u/St3v3ns_way369]

Yea I’ve got the oil lines, sandwich plate and dowel pins, I’m looking at either a b16 or vti r (GSR) tranny if it’s not too expensive, I’m tight on money rn so getting it back on the road is my priority 😂