Building up a sohc d16 on a 98 civic ex

Wow I don't even know where to start on this, let's try here....

Originally posted by civicshark94
"Take your time!" with your currnet setup...... As I stated to those who could read english! and NO, you will not be slow with these mods! For an SOHC NA, you will be Damn fast![/b]

Why would you advise an all motor set-up on a SOHC motor? Yes, there is power to be made with some N/A tuning but how far do you think that you can get with a D16Y8 and keep it within emissions? If you can make it to the power of a D16 with the basic GReddy kit on it, that would be a great accomplishment. As for the car being damn fast, I don't think so. It would be quick, but not fast.

Originally posted by civicshark94
Also, Keep in mind too, this engine weighs significantly less than the DOHC engines, so you are saving there! With any Honda engine you can use that extra edge! Honda engines are notorious for coming out of the factory with virtually no torque! And without that, Horse Power means NOTHING! Try going up a hill without torque, you can't! Gravity takes it's toll VERY FAST and you cannot avoid the physics in the matter. The more weight you are carrying, the slower you will go, no matter how much power you have. It effects everyone![/b]

This I dont understand so well, what are you saving from using a D16 over a B16? Is it the hundred pounds you save using a D16? Yes I have to agree that Honda engines are pretty torqueless but how can you say Horsepower means nothing? What makes a 99 Si almost 2 seconds faster in the 1/4 mile than a 99 EX? Oh wait I got it...it's the weight right? Oh no, the Si is heavier...ok ok I got it.....it's 4 extra ft lbs of torque right?

Originally posted by civicshark94
There is no replacement for displacement! AS ANY SAVY ENIGNE BUILDER WILL TELL YOU![/b]

Yes there is a replacement, it's called a turbocharger.