I've looked around but I couldnt find a specific thread that talks about a JDM ZC SOHC going into an 88 Civic Wagovan.

I blew a head gasket on it (oem engine) recently and I thought that it would be easier to replace the whole engine rather than take the head off. My question is, can I put the JDM ZC SOHC in without changing the ecu/wiring or other stuff? What I want is just to be able to replace the whole engine but the engine only. Is this possible with the JDM ZC SOHC or any other engine for my car? thanks...

 

is your wagon a rti? if it is the yes if not you can still use the motor but would have to retain the DPFI manifold everything else will bolt up

 

also look on http://www.hondacivicwagon.com

 

wow, thanks for the quick response!!!

 

It's no problem. My brothers 88 4WD wagon has a JDM sohc ZC. You don't even have to change the intake manifold caz the wagon doesn't have the fast idle valve.

 

For reference, SOHC ZC = D16A6, swap is easy as pie.