vtec question 93 eg d

[kentwat]

I just got done doing a full auto to manual swap on my kids coupe. It runs and drives good. It has a d16z6 and I've heard on other forums that you can't here vtec on a sohc motor. Is this true or not? I've never had a vtec so new to this. The kid swears he heard it prior to swap. Thanks.

[stat1K]

single cam crossover is not as violent as dual cam, he may have heard what he thought was vtec engagement but i doubt it.

[obdriver6]

Not sure on the D series but on my dads F22B1 is somewhat noticeable but like stat1k said, it wont be as loud as on the twin cam.

[kentwat]

Thanks for feedback, very much appreciated when I hear it from people in a forum I actually trust for info. Now I'm just pushing get out the manual and test the sensors to teach him how to use the tools. Thanks again.

[stat1K]

if you have an open header it's sometimes noticable. but that's the only time i've ever heard it.

[gtoman]

I have a 96 civic EX with the D16Y8. I have a cat back exhaust, cold air intake, good tune up and advanced timing running premium gas and.....I can't hear my vtec at all..


Adam

[Civic Accord Honda]

When i had my D15B i never i heard vtec really...car got a tiny bit louder and the tach climbed up faster ...but so does my Non vtec ..