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[hmetro24]

I have a question about head gasket Replace. I got a car which has Overheating issue. So head gasket seems to be blown up. When ever i take the head out, do i need to do anything to the head or block or just a clean up and put a new gasket. Before I did replace head gasket, I clean the head and block , and put everything back. And which best gasket for d15b7.

[TODA AU]

- Determine actual failure (Head gasket / cracked head etc)
- Head service + lap top of block
- Clean till spotless & re-assemble.
- Use new head bolts if you don't know how to check them for stretch.
Download the OEM service manual & dissassemble / assemble per instructions

[hmetro24]

Thanks a lot mate

[TheSaint]

if you can pick up a D16y1 head - put that on there instead with a D16y1 head gasket
you just need to wire in a line for the vtec and a P28 ECU to run it and you got yourself a mini-me =)

otherwise...
- get the head skimmed at a machine shop
- lap the block surface
- clean all surfaces until spotless
- use a D15b7 or D16a6 head gasket

D16y1 intake manifolds are also a nice bolt on upgrade for the D15b7
and the D16a6 cam can be put in for a bit of extra power as well
the D15b7 is such an underestimated engine

check out my build thread =)

[hmetro24]

I was thinking to build a mini me, but first i am looking for Head and manifold around for cheap. What is the full list for mini me?
What cams give a little extra power for this engine with out doing mini me?
car come with some stuff Headlight/foglight/amber, carbon hood, carbon Duckbill, Intake, VTi-r cluster, 17 inchs wheels 215/40/17 , Mirrors(think spoon replica) 4 disc brake( maybe GLi come with 4 disc brake But i know it come with rear drums), struts bar front/ rear , Aluminum Radiator
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[TheSaint]

the 2 main things u can do is a D16z6/D16y1 intake manifold - which just bolts on
i have a spare one if your interested - i would also mount it with a hondata gasket =)

and the D16a6 cam - which i can source from america for you

both mods are fairly cheap and turn the D15b7 into a little weapon

if you are looking at doing a mini-me you will need the following:
- D16y1 / D16z6 head with dizzy and cam gear
- a P28 ECU
- run wiring for vtec
- D16y1 head gasket kit

thats pretty much it - everything else is re-usable
i have everything but the dizzy sitting in my shed
im considering selling it off as well lol

[dougie_504]

I think you need to check out the 'Let's talk D series' thread man.

Just put a H22A in lol.

[hmetro24]

I would like to put h22 , but i sold engine crane and need money for stuff and certificates, at least 3-4 K budget. I just wanna make it working, but extra power will never hurts ;).

[hmetro24]

the 2 main things u can do is a D16z6/D16y1 intake manifold - which just bolts on
i have a spare one if your interested - i would also mount it with a hondata gasket =)

and the D16a6 cam - which i can source from america for you

both mods are fairly cheap and turn the D15b7 into a little weapon

if you are looking at doing a mini-me you will need the following:
- D16y1 / D16z6 head with dizzy and cam gear
- a P28 ECU
- run wiring for vtec
- D16y1 head gasket kit

thats pretty much it - everything else is re-usable
i have everything but the dizzy sitting in my shed
im considering selling it off as well lol
Thanks a lot man, I wanna make my mind at the moment and see how it's going. First if it has cracked head i will do mini me 100% but if it's just Headgasket so 50/50%

[TheSaint]

if u wanna keep it a cheap build stay with the D15b7 head and just put the intake manifold and cam in
with a set of ebay headers and a replica whale intake it will be a great little daily

[hmetro24]

I have Ebay header 4-2-1 and car came with CAI. I will see how things goes. Cheers

[hmetro24]

What gasket brand to get and from where?? what is the average price
Where to do Head service in Melbourne around 3058 ? what the price?

[dougie_504]

If you just want a head service I wouldn't go to one of the big name engine workshops.

Not sure about the Coburg area but if you don't mind a bit of a drive I've had good experiences with:
Crankshaft Rebuilders
31/35 Cottage Street
Blackburn VIC 3130
(03) 9894 0000

Right near Blackburn station. Call and ask.

[grifty]

i got a D16Z2 cam sitting here in a car if you want, its the same as a D16A6

[TheSaint]

i got a D16Z2 cam sitting here in a car if you want, its the same as a D16A6

and i have the intake manifold ... DO IT!

i did it to mine and it works really well! lol

[hmetro24]

Just a little update . I just had time to work a bit on the car. Did compassion test, 170,170,170,170 +- 2,3 . The seller told me that it was over heating, but i think the Fan is not Working that's the reason. Also it's not loosing coolant at all. Because when I was driving it, i did not hear or see the fan Start at all.
I think the car come with tein Adjustable shocks( just looked between the wheel and guard and saw green adjustable shocks).
I have problem with mirrors( i tried eg mirror but not working) and power lock, fuses are good, windows are working. sun roof is working good.
Also another question, The eg with D16a8 clutch is soft and pedal is high, the d15B7 is hard and low. Is it possible to lower d16a8 clutch.??
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[TheSaint]

sunroof on a Gli?

awsome

[hmetro24]

sunroof on a Gli?

awsome
Also Rear Discs man

[TheSaint]

did the previous owner put the brakes and sunroof on?

[hmetro24]

Serious I Do not mate he does not know what was on the car. Is Tein shocks camber adjustable ?

[dougie_504]

Camber adjustable shocks?

Do you mean damper? Or are you confusing shocks with adjustable camber arms?

[hmetro24]

Camber adjustable shocks?

Do you mean damper? Or are you confusing shocks with adjustable camber arms?
I dunno mate, i will take pictures soon.

[hmetro24]

Does carbon Fibre hood pass RWC?
Does Duckbill pass rwc ?
which wheels should i keep the advan or okasa racing wheels ?

[mugen_ctr]

Camber adjustable shocks?

Do you mean damper? Or are you confusing shocks with adjustable camber arms?
LOL i was thinking the same.... he must mean dampers, cause we dont use camber tops to adjust our cambers, thats nissans lol


Does carbon Fibre hood pass RWC?
Does Duckbill pass rwc ?
which wheels should i keep the advan or okasa racing wheels ?

Carbon fibre hoods are as illegal full stop. they have no structural give in a accident, an will cause more damage/inury than any standard oem bonnet

As far as eg spoiler goes, as long as u have the 3rd brake light inbuilt into it, ur fine

Imo, keep the old skool advans, are they are worth more than those cheap osaka rims, advan is a reputable brand and known around the world

[hmetro24]

So If i take the car for RWC, it will not pass at all, what about cops, will they stop me every time they see the car ?
What about tinted windows 30 %( not sure how dark it is)?Legal?

[mugen_ctr]

So If i take the car for RWC, it will not pass at all, what about cops, will they stop me every time they see the car ?
What about tinted windows 30 %( not sure how dark it is)?Legal?

cant tint more than 15 percent if i recall, cant remember for sure, but some one else will know lol

yes, with a carbon fibre hood or fibreglass hood u wont pass RWC, an u will also need that 3rd brake light, as its standard equipment on the eg civic, and every other car made after 1990.

will cops pull u over, depends really, are u heavy foot? are u gonna keep the carbon hood on? jus simple things man, and again, its down to the police discretion. Think smart, drive smart

[Vvvtec]

No offence, but a D15B7 will NEVER be a 'little weapon'. I started my Honda journey with that engine, and it's a POS. Sorry :)

[TheSaint]

No offence, but a D15B7 will NEVER be a 'little weapon'. I started my Honda journey with that engine, and it's a POS. Sorry :)

i disagree

my first honda was a 94 Dc2 VTIR with mild mods and that was a good car
my second honda was the 93 EG Gli Sedan with D16a6 cam and D16z6 intake manifold and I/H/E
with mild tuning the D15b7 is bloody amazing fun - they are a very underestimated engine
i have alot of mates with 200kw WRX and supra etc and they all prefer driving my civic because of the raw sound and punch
its not as fast or powerful - but it leaves u with a much bigger smile than their cars do =)

[Vvvtec]

Fair enough dude :)