Ralph wrote:
>
> I have an 88 Honda Accord with 371,000 KM on it and I think the problem is
> that it is basically worn out. The compression on all cylinders is between
> 75 & 90 psi. It is suppose to be at least 141 according to the manual. The
> timing belt needed changing so I did that job a couple of weeks ago but no
> change in the symptoms. There is a chugging/puffing sound that comes out the
> exhaust. I am thinking that this would be caused by exhaust valves that are
> not seating. I have checked valve clearance and they are all set within
> specs. I am assuming that the problem is a new head assembly and not rings
> as it doesn't burn oil. I have heard that the catalytic converter plugs up
> on these older vehicles and that I should remove it and put in a straight
> pipe. No emission testing where I live, so that may be the cheapest next
> step. Anyone else had a similar situation?



If you don't have emissions testing requirements, remove the converter,
cut a hole in the top and dump the contents. Re weld a patch over the
previously cut hole and press on... However, I suspect that a set of
rings, valve job, and new bearings would be a major contributor to a
better running vehicle as well...


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JT

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