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Old May 21, 2008 | 04:15 PM
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For some when i down shift and press the gas and proceed to upshift, my honda 1990(civic SI) is spiting out white exhaust smoke. why is this and what is the cause/reason? also can i fix it or take it 2 a shop?

 
Old May 21, 2008 | 04:22 PM
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Somoke on acceleration can be rings smoke on deceleration could be valve seals/guides
 
Old May 21, 2008 | 04:51 PM
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White smoke = burning coolant = usually blown head/head gasket

Blue smoke = burning oil = usually bad rings/valve seals
 
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