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RH77 · 02-25-2009, 12:27 AM

Wow, nice ride! 4WS is a rare find...

The trick to heavy Hondas is monitoring the fuel economy constantly. They tend to like to run a bit warmer than normal (intake temps and coolant). Plus, engine-off coasting or throttle-cut on deceleration (DFCO) will help out.

Regarding the valve cover gasket, it probably was going bad anyway. I run the required oil and had a small oozing problem after 10-years and 130K miles. A simple replacement of the gasket fixed the problem. This particular vehicle has had very few replacement issues: gasket, radiator, and and rear brake caliper. That's it.

Seriously, enjoy your unique car. The 4-wheel steering is indeed a rare animal (by the way, have you tested it with the engine off?)

RH77

02-25-2009, 12:27 AM	#6 (permalink)
RH77 Hybrid Student Driver Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Kansas City Area Posts: 1,715 Teggy - '98 Integra LS 90 day: 33.02 mpg (US) IMA - '010 Insight EX Team Honda 90 day: 45.43 mpg (US) Tessie - '06 TSX Base 90 day: 28.83 mpg (US) Thanks: 22 Thanked 20 Times in 19 Posts	Wow, nice ride! 4WS is a rare find... The trick to heavy Hondas is monitoring the fuel economy constantly. They tend to like to run a bit warmer than normal (intake temps and coolant). Plus, engine-off coasting or throttle-cut on deceleration (DFCO) will help out. Regarding the valve cover gasket, it probably was going bad anyway. I run the required oil and had a small oozing problem after 10-years and 130K miles. A simple replacement of the gasket fixed the problem. This particular vehicle has had very few replacement issues: gasket, radiator, and and rear brake caliper. That's it. Seriously, enjoy your unique car. The 4-wheel steering is indeed a rare animal (by the way, have you tested it with the engine off?) RH77 __________________ Supporting those devastated by the Joplin Tornado EF5 / 22-May-2011 _ _