I hate to sound like such a rookie - but how would I find out or could someone tell me what type/class my engine is on my 1992 Honda Civic LX - thank you!

 

What does that mean?

D15B7 I think

 

well - I see all the talk about b16...b20 ect - and I really dont know what that lingo means...would it apply to my stock engine?

 

yes of course it applies to all engines. It's called an engine code.

D = SOHC (single over head cam)
B = DOHC (dual ")
15 = 1.5
16 = 1.6 etc.

Yours is a D15B7 I believe. B20 is from a CRV

D series engines are found in Civics
B series are found in the 94-97 del Sol VTEC, 99-00 Civic SI, 90-00 Integra, CRV...

 

I just looked under the hood and the only thing i could find was this on a sticker on the underside of the hood - ENGINE TYPE NHN1.5V5FLF8 - would this put it in the D15B7 class?

 

If you look on the engine block itself, it should say, but I'm not sure how I could give you directions on where it's located. I'm also not sure of what that number is that you posted. I'm possitive it's a D15?7. I just can't remember which letter goes there. What do you need this info for anyways?

 

well - I have to replace the head gasket this weekend - never done major engine work like this before and when I go to the parts store i want to make sure I get the right gasket for the right engine...i have a lot of diagrams on how to take apart and put back together the engine block - do you have any suggestions on this procedure?

 

they should know which part it is just by the year make and model. I have no clue on how to change a head gasket. You could post something on the "Engine Tech" forum or do a search on the "DIY" forum. Why don't you get a thin one to raise the C/R. Now's your chance.

 

aye - ya got me there- not sure what you meant by that...I am still a rook at this...what is the C/R and what would raising it do?

 

Compression Ratio. Gives you a tiny boost in horsepower.

go here It's for a D16, but I'm sure they make 'em for the D15 as well.