Originally Posted by EvolutionBoostin

Wait, you said you have a "non-vtec" d16y8... all d16y8s are vtec. I'm confused.

For a mini-me, you will need a non-vtec block, a vtec head, and either the vtec ecu or a piggyback (v-afc, etc.) You will also need to be prepared to run wires for the vtec solenoid or get a vtec wiring harness.

What are the details of your setup and I can help more. Good Luck.