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Old 01-13-2017, 09:35 AM   #11 (permalink)
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Does it matter? Your engine is within specifications per Honda. No, its not in perfect shape. Are you considering rebuilding it? What is the purpose of testing the compression?

I found out the compression was on the low side on my Metro after having it a few months. It didn't use oil, and I continued on to get 50 mpg lifetime over 2 years of ownership. Did I consider rebuilding it? Yep, but I never did, and I never had any issues either...

If you're not looking to rebuild the engine, just make sure to keep oil in it and you'll be fine IMO.

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