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Old Dec 2, 2002 | 05:41 PM
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d16y8 is the 96-00 ex sohc vtec motor correct? is it worth the hassle to swap this into an 88 crx si? and how hard would it be?
Old Dec 2, 2002 | 07:26 PM
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it's a very easy swap!!about a 20hp increase. i have done a few!
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just swap the y8 head , and get some new pistons , rings , and bearings . use your stock block .... easy swap , very easy... pm me if you want more info .... its cheap too.
Old Dec 3, 2002 | 09:35 AM
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if i swap it ill probably swap the whole motor, just to get rid of all the miles on mine.
Old Dec 3, 2002 | 09:54 AM
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GOOD IDEA!

the swap should take less than a day.
let me know if you need any help
Old Dec 3, 2002 | 11:03 AM
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gotta find the motor first :P anyone know where to pick up a CHEAP y8 motor? probably be mid-late january before i do it anyways, because of christmas, just trying to get ideas/offers to help.
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btw a new tranny to go with the new motor would be nice too. the stock 88 tranny is kinda worn out
Old Dec 3, 2002 | 11:09 AM
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is your car an si???
Old Dec 3, 2002 | 11:27 AM
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yes its an si. 88 honda crx si. you got aim?
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