d16 in a mazda hatch 323???
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d16 in a mazda hatch 323???
Hi, this post is for my girlfriends car; A 1990 mazda 323 hatch. The motor sucks, but the car is nice and light, so I was wondering if it is possible to throw in a d16, along witht the tranny and ecu.
The oem mazda motor is a sohc 1.6, so size shouldnt be an issue. What do you think about the possibility?
By the way, cost <U>IS</U> an issue, so if its just cheaper to rebuild the mazda, let me know. I just want her to have a cheap, reliable car that I can tinker with, without buying a new one. Thanks for the help guys!
The oem mazda motor is a sohc 1.6, so size shouldnt be an issue. What do you think about the possibility?
By the way, cost <U>IS</U> an issue, so if its just cheaper to rebuild the mazda, let me know. I just want her to have a cheap, reliable car that I can tinker with, without buying a new one. Thanks for the help guys!
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Re: d16 in a mazda hatch 323??? (scootertribe)
You say "if its cheaper to just rebuild the mazda" well, obviously it would be cheaper to rebuild the 323 motor or get one from a salvage yard. To put a d16 in a 323 you would have to figure out mounting it, wiring it, coolant, transmission--it def. can be done--but it WILL be more money.....
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Re: d16 in a mazda hatch 323??? (d16dcoe45)
Well, I guess I haven't looked into the actual cost of an oem rebuild, or a used motor. But I also liked the idea of being able to get more power and parts out of a honda motor. The 323 had about 90hp at the CRANK!
I work at a welding supply store, so the mounts aren't going to be a problem. But the electrical seems difficult. Is that expensive to get done?
thanks for the posts...
I work at a welding supply store, so the mounts aren't going to be a problem. But the electrical seems difficult. Is that expensive to get done?
thanks for the posts...
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