how true are these rumors that they are more prone to failiure then a Z6. does this eliminate it from being a good swap candidate? i got a pretty good deal on a y8 and might pick it up this weekend, but from what ive read, id be better going with the Z6. any feedback?

 

Any engine is prone to that depending on how hard the driver drives, how it was previuosly maintained(oil), etc.

 

cool. do you guys think $300 for a d16y8 with 35-40k including everything minus tranny is a good deal?

 

I'd go for it
even if the engine blows up, you could part that engine for more than 300 bucks

I had a y8 spin a rod bearing on me, but it was MUCH abusive driving. Previous owner had a turbo kit, I put it thru nitrous. blah blah. Then it just spun a rod bearing one day.

 

poor you dude. hope i have better luck. once i should get it i should have TONS of fun wiring it in

 

Convert it to the correct OBD, then reap the benefits of vtec.

 

you can't really go wrong for $300 w/ that few miles. that's cheaper than an exhaust.

 

yeah id like to convert to OBD1 and run a p28, but i absolutlely LOATHE wiring

 

just F'in get it douche.. I wanna start on it already. The low mileage is comforting as well, i say get it so we can start already >_< Whoops.. keep forgetting its your hatch ! lol........