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[Colin]

Hello friends,

I have an update on the Honda. Sorry it has taken so long, the polar vortex up here in Minnesota was brutal. I’ve ran a compression test on my engine, and the readings were: (I labeled the cylinders 1-4, based on going left to right)

Cylinder 1- 150 psi
Cylinder 2- 150 psi
Cylinder 3- 150 psi
Cylinder 4- 130 psi

I know that 130-180 psi is normal in these engines. However, I DID notice there was a decent amount of oil on each of the spark plugs. Since the PCV valve and head gasket have been replaced, I’m curious as to what it could be.

[Colin]

I use 5W-30, which is recommended in the owner’s manual. More specifically, I use Quaker State High Mileage Synthetic Blend. So you suggest switching oil to Valvoline Max Life? I mean its a 24 year old car that I bought for $200, if I could slow the leak that would be optimal.

[Colin]

Yes, there is a tint of blue smoke, but not much. But would it be the rings, even if I’m still getting good gas mileage?

[Author]

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