civic model years for VX swap

[McGee]

hi,
we are thinking of buying a d15z1 engine and swapping it into a civic hb.
I was wondering if anyone knew which civic model years/trims are compatible with the vx motor?
should I stick to 92-95?
cause I can't help thinking, the newer the chassis...the better condition it might be in.
Any info would be great!
thanks :)

[mrmad]

92-95 would keep OBD1 (which the VX is) and would make the swap alot simpler then trying to put it in a 96+ Civic.

[TomO]

Agreed, keeping to the 92-95 Civic Chassis would keep the re-wiring to a minimum. It also depends on the state you live in as far as emissions go. Some states only allow a same year or newer engine to be dropped into the chassis.

Edit:
If you don't like the Hatchback rust, but are willing to have a shop/friend or you feel like fixing the rust yourself, PM me, I can show you where to get really cheap repair panels for the hatchback/coupe.

[Matt Timion]

92-95 would be easiest due to wiring. I did this swap on an 89, but it takes a lot more work.

[McGee]

thanks for the info, I think I will definately stick to the 92-95 range. Easier is always better ;)
we are going to try to find one without rust, but I'll keep your offer in mind in case we don't succeed.
And the emissions law is a good point, I'll have to look into it.
thanks for the info, I'll let y'all know how it goes!

[Nerds laugh at me]

I asked several mechanics ( and the dealership ) about dropping a VX block in my automatic '93 DX hatch.
I was told it would -not- work because all the wiring would have to be changed out.

They said it would be cheaper to just buy a used VX.

What do you guys know about this ?

[SVOboy]

Liars! The wiring is not very difficult to do yourself...

I was also told I couldn't go auto to manual, and it was pretty darn easy to do so (except for forgetting parts, :p).

Don't let the silly dealerships hold you back.