bpl0807

So as a replacement for my knocking 13 year old d16y8 that isn't sounding so reliable anymore, I decided to look into a 96-99 spec ZC non vtec. My question is, since it'd be a direct bolt in and plug and play swap just without vtec. Which ecu would I use for this + a d16y8 auto?

bpl0807

Would a automatic p2e ecu work?

jbpnoman

Exactly which ZC are you looking at? The non vtec DOHC, or the non vtec SOHC?

As far as I can tell from some Googling and reading, an auto P28 would be your second best choice behind the proper JDM ECU, assuming you're looking at the non-v DOHC.

bpl0807

The non vtec sohc, which is why I think a d16y7 ecu would probably work.

94EG8

Do you have emissions testing? If so you have two choices:

1. Swap the D16Y8 head on to your new ZC block and keep the stock ECU
2. Use a P2E ECU and swap the transmission for an automatic D16Y7 unit. (the D16Y8 trans has a different 3rd gear ratio that throws a P0715 code when used with a P2E ECU)

bpl0807

I live in Indiana so emissions isn't a problem at all, but ok i'll look into finding an automatic D16Y7 trans, and probably go that route. Will everything else just be bolt in plug and play?

jbpnoman

The only information I can find online about the SOHC non-v ZC is that it's an ancient motor. As in, carbed ancient. I'd love to see some shots of this motor.

bpl0807

This is the one I was looking at as a cheap replacement, as I love this car and won't be selling it for a long time. http://www.hmotorsonline.com/shop/sc...age&item=30023

94EG8

Everything else will be more or less plug and play other than the CKF trick -> http://technet.ff-squad.com/ckftrick.htm

If your engine came from a manual run a Y8 IM and throttlebody.

There were several different versions. The one the OP has is the non-vtec OBD2 version. Basically Y7 with a Y8 IM and exhaust manifold.

jbpnoman

Yeah, changed my keyword searches and got a bunch of information. Don't see the point of it, but to each their own.

94EG8

Cheap Y7 replacement that should make a little more power due to better manifolds.

bpl0807

Ok well thanks for the help guys. Im gonna look into doing this. Im glad this is an easy cheap swap temporarily until i can afford something nicer.