Re: 98 Accord burning oil

Iowna Uass wrote:

>>> Is replacing valve guide seals on a 4 cylinder Accord an expensive >>> job? >> >> It depends on how it's done. >> If the compression is good, you may be able to change the stem seals >> without removing the head. I've used a tool that connects to your air >> compressor to pressurize the cylinder and keep the valves in place >> while changing the seals. >> However, if the valve stems have any nicks, scratches or unusual >> markings on them, the head will require removal. A much bigger job. >> >> >> > > There's another trick I've used to do this, turn the crank so the > cylinder being worked on is not at TDC, then feed a bit of rope in the > spark plug hole letting it pile on the piston, then slowly turn the > crank until the rope is squished gently up against the valves and it > will keep them from falling into the cylinder.

eh??? to change a stem seal??? no dude, you don't need rope in the cylinder and no, you don't need to change the stem seals.

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