OK guys, it's prolly a really stoopid question, but I've been reading on swapping a ZC into my Rex, but now have an opportunity to buy a engine and tranny out of a 2000 Civic with 55,000 miles. I cannot find in here where anyone has done an engine that new, and it may not even be worth it. Can you guys shed any light on this for me? I DID search, in case someone try's to flame me for that one. I don't know everything yet, but it seems as though those engines have the newer OBD2. I'm guessing I would have to get the harness, ECU, motor mounts?, shifter linkage?, and shafts. I'm not sure if it's worth it, so if anyone can shed light, I would GREATLY appreciate it.

 

Anyone? Please, I really need an answer if possible. Hate to sound impatient, but don't want to get shifted down to far.

 

Put it in with an OBD 1 / 2 converter. Run all the new parts.

 

Will it be that easy? I can get the combo for $200, so I think it's a really good deal, but just wanted you guys opinion, cause I value it so highly. I appreciate any other input also. It is my first swap, so I really wanna do it correctly.

 

I don't know how it would run without using the OBD2b computer.
I believe those engines have the air injection.


96~98 was the Y8 that you drop right in and can run with OBD1 or OBD0.

good question!


Bump for an answer!

 

Good motor i would get it over a zc. Just because its from the states and it easy as hell to find parts for....

 

Which ECU should I use? I think the P2P is what comes with that car, but was looking, and looks as if the P28 might be the best one for this setup. If anyone has any experience with this setup, please let me know.

 

p28 would be a better choice, but the best is a chipped p28 with a custom tune