Should i use a D16y7 with a vtec conversion or a D16a1 dohc for my 88 crx ?
 

I have both engines.I also want to turbocharge the car i have most of the turbo kit.

Re: Should i use a D16y7 with a vtec conversion or a D16a1 dohc for my 88 crx ?
 

d16a1 DOHC? huh?

Re: Should i use a D16y7 with a vtec conversion or a D16a1 dohc for my 88 crx ?
 

a1 wont just drop right in. it needs special mounts

Re: Should i use a D16y7 with a vtec conversion or a D16a1 dohc for my 88 crx ?
 

the a1 came out of a integra. i think 89 i did not know it needed mounts.

Re: Should i use a D16y7 with a vtec conversion or a D16a1 dohc for my 88 crx ?
 

d16a1 has the mount set up has the 84-87 crx.Doesnt come close to bolting in. That would be a dohc zc black valve 2nd gen jdm that bolts in

Re: Should i use a D16y7 with a vtec conversion or a D16a1 dohc for my 88 crx ?
 

thanks for the info.

Re: Should i use a D16y7 with a vtec conversion or a D16a1 dohc for my 88 crx ?
 

20yr old motor, 5yr old motor, hrmm....

Re: Should i use a D16y7 with a vtec conversion or a D16a1 dohc for my 88 crx ?
 

seriously, the 20 year old motor that doesn't bolt in is the obvious answer! :y

haha. Go with whatever is cheaper for you. If you already have a Y7 block, do that. If not Dzcs are fairly cheap.