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.