Thread: 2002 Honda Civic LX auto - repair & modding
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Old 08-11-2014, 02:44 PM   #124 (permalink)
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My only thought is to possibly put the nut UNDER the lifter? I'm not sure thats a good idea, but it might work. That still leaves that problem that the spring is really compressed already. I really don't feel like removing the head again, but it looks like I'll have to.
Sorry, but it does look that way. I know it cuts into the profits for the replacement vehicle. If I were close by, I'd offer to come help.

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If I do buy another car, its going to be a Sunfire replacement, and of roughly equal cost. Thats what I have this thread for:

http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...0-a-29156.html

I'll fire it back up after the Civic is gone.
Ah, I see... nevermind.
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