Ok, so the question is simple and I feel like many of you will have strong feelings one way or another about this, but why in the Honda community do single cam, or d-series motor get such a bad rep? I mean yes of course they are not the most powerful engines, and not the best platform for a build, but they are still fun and reliable little engines AND they get great gas milage. I mean you really get the best of both worlds out of a D-series engine, fuel economy and a somewhat sporty little engine. I know the internals aren't the best, such as having thin rods and such, but honestly I've abused the hell out of every sohc I've ever owned, and they hold up pretty well.

 

 

 

i have a franken-d in my '94 gsr sedan. no hate here.

 

economic conspiracy: convince the majority that the thing you want (secretly) is undesirable. demand goes down along with prices. supply goes up. you benefit so long as no one figures it out... so shhhh!!!

this message will self destruct in 3, 2,

 

For a SOHC, D series are good engines. They respond well to forced induction when they're properly built.

The problem is they have a lower threshold for reliable power from the factory. For the cost of getting a D16 to 250WHP reliably, you could swap in a stock B series for less money, apply the same turbo kit, and make 300WHP reliably (and with a better torque/power curve, and higher redline). You can also make power on a B/H/K engine naturally aspirated, without stressing the engine in the slightest and keeping complexity down, without the requirement to throw boost at any D series intending to make over 170WHP.

Simply put, D series are not as cost effective and offer far less bang-for-buck than their DOHC counterparts. The only reason I'd ever build a D series is if I for some reason aquired a pre-built/sleeved engine at a bargain price or free.

 

I just rebuilt my '95 D16Z6, and the thing continues to run like a top. Like you mentioned, the fuel mileage can't be beat! It all boils down to what you are looking to get out of your engine. I use my Del Sol as a "nice day driver" to work, but with my upgraded suspension system and braking system, I can autocross it with no problems, and that little D-Series (combined with the low curb weight of my car) can compete quite well with the big boys.

Have fun with the D-Series!

 

WHAT !?!? Did you "devolve" and drop a single jingle in place of a stock original DOHC VTEC 170 HP engine ???

 

The 440$ "Vitara / custom length rods" thing
Paired with a 250$ td05 from an evo or something
blows the B series power per $ out of the water.
350whp with TORQUE.
Try that 25 psi on a stock bottom end B series with a torque happy TD05 and youll be happy for 4 seconds.

 

Got any dyno plots?

 

lol no. bought the car for its heart, wanted a backup for my track car. shell was fairly beat and nobody wanted it. rather than scrapping it, i slapped an engine together with **** i had in my garage from over the years. it is now my work beater/dd

 

 

it doesnt take long at all, used a z6 transmission. no problems going 80+. remember, the integra came d series in a few markets.

 

Alright... you earned a pass on that one. I thought we were going to be forced to pull your Import Card.

 

 

incorrect, sir. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_...4%E2%80%932001)

 

yup, it came with a d-series, I think it was the realtime-awd version that only came with the D. I don't bother to check wiki cuz it can be changed any time.