Seeing as how I have yet to get a manual for my bf, can anyone tell me what the compression ratio is on a stock b6 sohc out of an 88 323? Thanks a bunch. Currently on the lookout for a Miata 1.6...hmmm.....
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The SOHC pistons have the valve reliefs cut for the SOHC head, and vice-versa for the DOHC. I don't recall if the coolant or oil passageways line up 100% with the different heads, but I remember someone getting a SOHC head gasket by mistake and finding out that it wouldn't work. Then there's the differences between the distributors, wiring, ECUs, B6T block has a stiffer bottom end, piston oil squirters, thicker con rods, floating piston pins, forged crank, etc. etc.
Here's some info from the yahoo list, I don't have a lot of time to really dig in to it because I'm at work:
If you search for "SOHC DOHC HEAD", you'll find a lot of useful info.
Good luck!Last edited by BFMRGTX; 10-29-2009, 01:37 AM.
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If you try to use the Miata head, the intake will point to the passenger's side of the car, and the coolant outlet needs to be blocked and relocated to the rear of the head. IDK if the MX3 intake will bolt up to the Miata head, as it's been a long time since I've read about the discussion. Maybe someone here, who's more knowledgeable than I could chime in. Best to use the auto Miata block and B6T head, IMO.
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