advice replacing worn rings pls...

I don't know about cali. and engine swaps.

Since your using your old intake manifold I don't think it should be a
problem.

I really don't know 100% for sure.

chris





"jim beam" > wrote in message
...
> 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.]
>