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Old 12-04-2009, 11:36 PM   #10 (permalink)
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Teggy - '98 Acura Integra LS
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90 day: 32.74 mpg (US)

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90 day: 34.76 mpg (US)

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Originally Posted by Christ View Post
How many miles do you have on that car?

If you're getting really up there, you may need to check your oil pressure. If it's a bit out of spec, it's a good chance you should rebuild/replace your oil pump, which can be done in a few hours in the driveway, without even removing any of the engine mounts.
Just shy of 150K. I've noticed more aging in the car this past year. Miscellaneous glitches and trim stuff here and there / now and then, but still Honda-solid. And easy to work on! Plus, it has survived some close calls with Storm Spotting

Honestly, I'll drive a rental car with 25K miles and turn it in -- then immediately hop-in Teggy, and still feel the quality and rugged simplicity that exceeds the new rental. Not always, but commonly. Something I don't feel in my Father-in-Law's 2005 Civic, with 105K miles. It's feels a bit worn, like they backed-off on the durability over the years -- still a good car, though.

I'll keep an eye on the oil pressure -- it might be a glitch this time around.

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