D series love

[Givemetorque88]

Sup people. Im obviously new here, I was recommended by MrHalder to check out the site. And maybe get some info. Im new to the world of honda cars, atleast building them. I used to work on Volkswagens and there is a world of difference from those to hondas. I just recently picked up an 88 sedan LX with a blown dohc zc. I am currently replacing this motor with a d15b w/ vtec ( I dont know the actual engine code for this jdm motor ). So far Ive taken the mpfi off the zc and plan to put it on the d15. I have a 91 Si trans on its way and an Exedy stage 1 clutch. A chipped p28 ecu. The obd0 to obd1 conversion harness. New motor mounts ( I may need to get some poly U inserts ). There is a crack on the front crossmember which has been terribly welded which I need to replace as well. Im kinda wondering what throttle body and intake manifold I should get in the future. Also what other parts I should look into to complete this entire swap. I have headers ( nothing special ) and Im not into that fart can exhaust BS. Well atleast until I need it. The whole ricer crap makes me laugh. Once Im done with the motor I plan on gettin to work on the suspension. After my project is completed my goal is to have a 4 door go kart. Anyway, if anyone wants to share some DOs and DONTs. Im more than willing to listen and thanks for your time. Pics should be up shortly. :thehump:

[hondajosh]

yeh world of difference we have radiators!! LOL and vtec....and fuel injection.

[Givemetorque88]

Yes I must admit. When my friends 06 Si's vtec kicked in I knew what I had to do. Take him on with a D series. My aircooled days are over. THANK GOD, I live in the desert. my cars only ran half way decent @ night.

[Givemetorque88]

Heres some pics. Threw in a picture of the front motor mount and the beautiful welding job the previous owner had done on the crossmember. After looking at the motor mount I can see why the crossmember tore like that. HAHA
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a242/DjSubstance/th_885.jpg (http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a242/DjSubstance/885.jpg)
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http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a242/DjSubstance/th_882.jpg (http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a242/DjSubstance/882.jpg)
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a242/DjSubstance/th_88.jpg (http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a242/DjSubstance/88.jpg)

[Givemetorque88]

I have a questiong reguarding the kind of axels i need for the swap.. Im not sure what kind are in the trans thats in the car now. Is there a way to find out

[MrHalder]

Hows it going? I once have a VW Golf.... wait I still have it. I just never drive it because I'm in my honda! lol. Good start keep up the work, lookin good.

[decev]

My aircooled days are over. THANK GOD, I live in the desert. my cars only ran half way decent @ night.

I can feel you 150 hp aircooled motors didn't like the cali valley much either. Welcome to fuel injection and less road noise.

[Givemetorque88]

Haha Ive never seen a VW w/ 150 hp.. the norm is probably 80-110 hp

[Givemetorque88]

Could someone help me with info on what I need to do to pass emissions in California with the d15b. As well as telling me what I need to do with the axel question. And maybe the answer to this question... If I bought a universal 4 wire o2 sensor.. where would I get the plug? Use my old plug from the zc?