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Forum: Off-Topic Tech 02-28-2017, 01:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,082
Posted By Baltothewolf
I can tell you from experience with Hondas...

I can tell you from experience with Hondas engines, setting the valve lash to factory specs certainly does quiet valve train noise.

Snakedog, next time you do your oil, replace 15% of your oil...
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 02-28-2017, 11:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,082
Posted By ThermionicScott
Yep. Just say NO to band-aid fixes. I can't...

Yep. Just say NO to band-aid fixes.

I can't imagine having that much extra oil in the engine is good for FE or oil consumption, either.
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 02-28-2017, 12:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,082
Posted By Frank Lee
I was thinking maybe using 10-30 might help but...

I was thinking maybe using 10-30 might help but then again it's a band-aid for the real issue- valve lash- and probably wouldn't help much if at all.
Forum: For Sale 05-10-2016, 09:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,500
Posted By correngcon
Sold! Congrats to a true EcoModder. Wishing him...

Sold! Congrats to a true EcoModder. Wishing him many years of loyal fuel sipping service.
Forum: For Sale 05-06-2016, 06:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,500
Posted By correngcon
Also, keep in mind I have put a few more miles on...

Also, keep in mind I have put a few more miles on since the original posting. Currently sitting at nearly 249-k. I have recently had the EGR ports cleaned and performed preventative maintenance (oil...
Forum: Introductions 04-25-2016, 09:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 999
Posted By Gasoline Fumes
I do my own work, but if you can't, check here...

I do my own work, but if you can't, check here for recommended mechanics:
Mechanics Files | Car Talk (http://www.cartalk.com/mechanics-files)
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-11-2016, 08:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,043
Posted By some_other_dave
It's possible to drop any D-series motor into...

It's possible to drop any D-series motor into pretty much any Civic. It's harder in some than in others, but it's physically possible. The ones that are easier are the ones that originally came...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-08-2016, 05:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,043
Posted By user removed
Yep. regards mech

Yep.

regards
mech
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 04-05-2016, 11:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,226
Posted By MobilOne
I would argue that for a primo southern VX, it...

I would argue that for a primo southern VX, it would be worth a longer trip. You don't want any rust. So, S.C., GA, AL, MS, AR. You want a car from some place that rarely has snow and is not by...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 04-05-2016, 10:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,226
Posted By user removed
You can leave the "civic vx" and the cars and...

You can leave the "civic vx" and the cars and trucks category, just changing the cities and search in your distance range.

I would stay away from coastal areas due to rust issues. Also the...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 04-05-2016, 09:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,226
Posted By user removed
2 x Honda vx civic hatchback...

2 x Honda vx civic hatchback (http://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/5518220895.html)

Check your local craigslist. This one is in Richmond Va.

2 x Honda vx civic hatchback...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-16-2012, 04:52 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 22,025
Posted By orangustang
I wonder if you would be able to achieve better...

I wonder if you would be able to achieve better efficiency by leaving the second exhaust valve functional, like the first stage on the 3-stage VTEC engines. If I had a SOHC rocker-arm setup like...
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