Bitchin LS1
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Okay, so I have a project in mind that will require a lightweight engine and transmission spitting about 260 - 300 horsepower to the wheels. Bright idea, use a Honda. So I pick up a SOHC Honda ZC motor and tranny. Great start, except I'm a V-8 guy, and I have no damn idea what goes on inside this cute little thing the Japanese market as an engine. I am absolutely willing to admit my ABSOLUTE ignorance when it comes to Honda motors. I can get you 900 ponies out of a Chevy LS1, but this ain't my bag. Someone help me out a bit? I've been doing a bit of research and apparently a ZC SOHC is a glorified D16-A6. I've heard that the pistons out of a Suzuki Vitara work well for forced induction because the ring-lands are thicker. Other than that, I get a bunch of websites trying to sell me toasters and cam-covers. Any intel would be invaluable. Thanks guys.