1995 Civic DX: engine compression, what do these numbers mean???

Discussion in 'Civic' started by sardaukar, Aug 26, 2004.

  1. sardaukar

    sardaukar Guest

    Regarding my 1995 Honda Civic DX (200,000 KM):

    Ok, so it burns a little oil...this much i know...

    Here are the mechanics numbers from the compression test:
    Cylinder 1: 180psi
    Cylinder 2: 175psi
    Cylinder 3: 185psi
    Cylinder 4: 180psi

    Mechanic: "your engine compression isn't too bad, rings are going though"
    Me: "uh...yeah, alrighty then."

    Does anyone know where you can find the factory specs for compression?
    For comparison sakes what would the compression have been the day it
    rolled off the line?

    After a major tune-up it runs well, still some soot on the back bumper
    just wondering based on the above numbers how much life is left in this
    engine.

    Thanks for listening, any input appreciated.

    S.
     
    sardaukar, Aug 26, 2004
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  2. sardaukar

    motsco_ _ Guest

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    He should have done a 'dry' compression test, then a 'wet' compression
    test. that would have clearly shown how much of the trouble is coming
    from the rings.

    anyway, have you changed your PCV lately? How's your oil mileage, and
    your fuel mileage?

    'curly'
     
    motsco_ _, Aug 26, 2004
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