D16Z6. Who actually uses this engine?
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D16Z6. Who actually uses this engine?
I got a 95 EX with the D16Z6 of course and I want to know who else has this motor and what the hell they have done to it. I know everyone talks about throwing a b18 in there and how the z is a nicely forged block but it also responds the worst to bolt-ons. So, do I save money for a swap or save money to turbo it? I would really like some honest outside opinions on it. Thanks.
05-04-2005, 10:08 PM
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Re: D16Z6. Who actually uses this engine? (CobaltInfinity)
there are so many threads in this forum about this motor, or SOHC motors in general.
if you search for a while, you'll find a lot of useful opinions and you can read up on different $cost / setups with B-series and D-series motors that people are using.
but anyway, you can expect to receive a lot of replies telling you to just go turbo D-series, because it can be cheaper most of the time and, depending on your preferences, is almost as fun, or as fun, or more fun than a B-series.
There might be some useful information here in this thread
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1229661 because it's full of B-series and D-series people arguing about which is better...uselessly, of course.
if you search for a while, you'll find a lot of useful opinions and you can read up on different $cost / setups with B-series and D-series motors that people are using.
but anyway, you can expect to receive a lot of replies telling you to just go turbo D-series, because it can be cheaper most of the time and, depending on your preferences, is almost as fun, or as fun, or more fun than a B-series.
There might be some useful information here in this thread
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1229661 because it's full of B-series and D-series people arguing about which is better...uselessly, of course.
05-04-2005, 10:21 PM
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well..
the difference between a b16 and a d16 is just the dohc.. its like a 25 hp difference.. not a whole lot
depending on your price limits... d16's are fine.. theyre cheap engines, parts are cheap, easy to work on... reliable engines.. and the underdog imo...
if u upgrade to a b series u gotta lay out the cash for a conversion.. and uve only gained a couple douzen horse.. where as turboing it for cheaper gains u alot more power..
it all really depends on how much power u need...
i like my d16... id turbo it if i had the money.. but im likely gonna have to rebuild it before i do that
(coming up to 300 000..)
the difference between a b16 and a d16 is just the dohc.. its like a 25 hp difference.. not a whole lot
depending on your price limits... d16's are fine.. theyre cheap engines, parts are cheap, easy to work on... reliable engines.. and the underdog imo...
if u upgrade to a b series u gotta lay out the cash for a conversion.. and uve only gained a couple douzen horse.. where as turboing it for cheaper gains u alot more power..
it all really depends on how much power u need...
i like my d16... id turbo it if i had the money.. but im likely gonna have to rebuild it before i do that
(coming up to 300 000..)
05-04-2005, 11:19 PM
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I enjoy my z6. It's really fun to drive and I really can't tell much difference between my car and my friends B16 as far as the motor goes. I've test drove some civics that had a B18 and there is marginal difference... but if and when you turbo your D16 it won't matter much. In my opinion, unless you want a 400hp monster. Turbo what you have and save your cash.
If you really, really want DOHC yeah a B16 or B18 is a very rational swap. But a bigger cam and an affordable turbo kit will make up for it with what you've got.
If you really, really want DOHC yeah a B16 or B18 is a very rational swap. But a bigger cam and an affordable turbo kit will make up for it with what you've got.
05-05-2005, 12:35 AM
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Re: D16Z6. Who actually uses this engine? (CobaltInfinity)
I enjoy my stock D16Z6, when its running right (working on it).
I am looking into doing a "good bang for your buck" turbo upgrade soon.
I am looking into doing a "good bang for your buck" turbo upgrade soon.
05-05-2005, 01:11 AM
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Re: D16Z6. Who actually uses this engine? (CobaltInfinity)
I got a Fully built D16z6 head, with stage 1 cams and port and polish on a D15b engine. Its cool. I can smoke a GSR now. hehe.
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05-05-2005, 01:13 AM
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Re: D16Z6. Who actually uses this engine? (EGfosho)
i got a B series motor, but i got to say the D16Z6s are the ****!!
I'm thinking of selling my B and getting a D16Z6 from my friend.
I'm thinking of selling my B and getting a D16Z6 from my friend.
05-06-2005, 11:38 AM
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Re: (longbeachpurplecivic)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by longbeachpurplecivic »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">its getting more popular these days </TD></TR></TABLE>
its cheap and has a ton of pontential, no wonder its getting popular.
-i just hope they never cost the same as a b-series motor
</TD></TR></TABLE>its cheap and has a ton of pontential, no wonder its getting popular.
-i just hope they never cost the same as a b-series motor
05-06-2005, 12:56 PM
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i just swaped in a Z6 into my CRX and i love the crap out of it, with the right bolt on's its kick ***, i put a Bisimoto header, clutch, lightened flywheel, ect. ect.... B's are way overrated, if u want something that throws big #'s go with a K motor, other then that have a fun time with the Z6.
05-06-2005, 01:13 PM
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Re: D16Z6. Who actually uses this engine? (CobaltInfinity)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by CobaltInfinity »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I got a 95 EX with the D16Z6 of course and I want to know who else has this motor and what the hell they have done to it. I know everyone talks about throwing a b18 in there and how the z is a nicely forged block but it also responds the worst to bolt-ons. So, do I save money for a swap or save money to turbo it? I would really like some honest outside opinions on it. Thanks.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Keep an eye out for that thread "Who enjoys their SOHC?" thread. It's kept it's spot here on the first page. Go through that and you'll learn a lot. Here it is...
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1229661
Edit: Nevermind. Screwtape: already posted it, lol.
Keep an eye out for that thread "Who enjoys their SOHC?" thread. It's kept it's spot here on the first page. Go through that and you'll learn a lot. Here it is...
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1229661
Edit: Nevermind. Screwtape: already posted it, lol.
05-06-2005, 06:51 PM
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Re: D16Z6. Who actually uses this engine? (MDJ IKNJ)
Yeah. spent a bunch of time reading that thread. thanks for all of your help guys, on a quick aside, whats a good exhaust for around $300 ? I want a SP2 but runs about $500 and i cant spend that much
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