Re: 88 civic SI burning oil at acceleration...
Eric <1@1.com> wrote in news:o68pc11tp5tj07igi0ufjabr3d50p64n0f@4ax.com:
> but not always. It seems it may be somewhat weather dependant. When > it's hot it's usually bad. Also, often it doesn't smoke at all. I've > cleaned the PCV tube and valve but still get smoke sometimes, it's > bluish. Is the breather tube ALSO clean, and are the valve cover baffles not sludged up? > > Are my rings worn? If the PCV system is clear, then almost certainly the oil control rings are worn. Eventually the oil burning will be consistent. Watch your oil level: It will go down quickly now. > > I understand that if the rings are worn there's little to nothing one > can do about it. Correct. Rebuild/replacement time. The rings have worn to the point that they've relaxed their hold on the cylinder wall. > > Does a heavier oil help? > A 20W-50 *might* help a little. You've got nothing to lose in trying it. -- TeGGeR® The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ www.tegger.com/hondafaq/ |
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