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Old Jul 8, 2018 | 04:00 PM
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What is a second generation Opti?
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Old Jul 8, 2018 | 04:32 PM
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I belive the difference is the late ones are vented and have slightly different drive
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Old Jul 8, 2018 | 04:49 PM
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92-94 have first generation optis


95-96 have Second generation optis (note the different drive configuration and connections for the venting system
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Old Jul 8, 2018 | 09:57 PM
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Can a 2nd gen go on a92?
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Can a 2nd gen go on a92?
No, this would require a timing cover change. (Well it can if you change the timing cover, as well as the camshaft too, I think.) Also, the 92-94 optis are spline drive, where as the the 95-96 optis are pin drive. There are vented optis made for spline drive applications.

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Old Jul 9, 2018 | 09:38 AM
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I lucked out with my 94 in that the previous owner had to replace the motor, and happened to get one out of a 96 so it has the updated Opti and related components.
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