BrownHatKid21

I'm about to start a single cam none vtec build and I was want to know you guys' imput. NA...boost... idk im still deciding...

D16SiHatch

whether you go NA or boost, i sure as hell wouldn't start with either of those engines lol. At the very least get something with 1.8l displacement, and 2 cams.

Fnix

iTrader: (1)

d series are great for turbo setup because of how cheap the parts are. Though I would use a vtec engine like the y8

grumblemarc

iTrader: (4)

If you even considered either of those engines for more than 2 seconds then you are pipe dreaming.

94preludeguy

Well considering the Y7 block is identical to a Y8 block that'd probably be the better starting platform. If MPGs were a factor then the B7 for sure.

LS97Civic

I would go z6 or y8 unless you specifically want to go non-vtec

redm3turbo

b18's go for damn near as much as SOHC d series....consider that

grumblemarc

iTrader: (4)

I've noticed D-series engines getting harder and harder to find.

94preludeguy

I don't think I've ever seen a hydro b-series swap for the same price as a D... maybe an obd0 motor/cable trans but definitely not a hydro setup.

Marvin1985

iTrader: (5)

Full ls swap in my area is like $600-800. A D series around here is like $200-400

grumblemarc

iTrader: (4)

Not in my area.

NotAJDMFanBoy

The D15B7 and D16Y7 are probably the worst D series engines ever. The B7 is known for burning oil and blowing head gaskets since they used a paper head gasket, and the Y7 has all the bottom end problems of a Y8 but without VTEC. The D16A6 would actually be the best motor to start with if you're just wanting to boost a stock non-vtec engine.

At the very least, put new valve stem seals in the B7 and a new MLS head gasket and preferably new rings so you won't burn oil or , or shim the oil pump in the Y7 to improve oil pressure to help prevent spinning a bearing.

VTEC is your friend with boost. You want to improve flow to make more horsepower. D16Y8 or D16Z6 heads are pretty cheap, and it would be pointless not to swap one on either motor you start with.