chris wrote:
> HI,
>
> The ZC is one heck of a engine. 128HP vs 96HP. It's a noticeable
> differance. I had one in my old 90 Hatchback.
>
> You could run the your DPFI intake on the ZC w/o any issues. I still
> passed the e-test with it on my zc.
>
> Going from DPFI to MPFI isn't too hard. You can keep your ECU.
> You'll have to get a few more parts and re-pin some wires on the harness.
> Just google search DPFI to MPFI . There's a lot of info on how to do it,
> parts needed, etc.
>
> Make sure you replace your t-belt, tensioner(maybe), & water pump with the
> engine out. Also install a new clutch.
>
> $500ish engine $200 for t-belt/waterpump, $200clutch kit, MPFI if your
> decide to go that way $20-$30MAX from the junkyard.
>
> You may want to check out www.hondaswap.com fourm. There's a lot of info
> there. Just make you SEARCH before making a post.
>
> Also I would stay way from the DOHC version. It's a lot harder to find
> parts for. SOHC ZC basicly shares parts with the Si D15/D16 block. ie. same
> t-belt, water pump, etc.,
>
>
> chris
> ontario, canada
>
>
very interesting that you passed emissions running a zc and dpfi!!! i'd
love to check this out for my 89 civic hatch automatic, but i suspect
lack of egr will be a problem here in california. have you ever heard
of someone with this kind of [california legal] swap? [automatic is a
must.]