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Old Oct 6, 2010 | 11:45 AM
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125 on the one is a little low. Did you try the Restore stuff?
 
Old Oct 6, 2010 | 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by MrLizard
I did the compression test today, 140-145 psi on all but the second cylinder, for which the result was 125 psi.

Any thoughts?
The lowest number is more than 10% off of highest reading. There is a little bit of concern if this reading is after the stuff installed and driven for about 500 miles.

On the other hand, I drive my Accord with 90 psi on #3 while others are in 145 psi range. I know what I have in my future with this car and I know what I have in my bank. Accord must wait for a bit longer till I have my Civic running again.
 
Old Oct 18, 2010 | 05:36 AM
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Originally Posted by MrLizard
I did the compression test today, 140-145 psi on all but the second cylinder, for which the result was 125 psi.

Any thoughts?
This was before the engine restore. I used engine restore and repeated the test after about 550 miles, and the second cylinder is now 140 psi, all the rest 145, so it looks as though the additive has done its job.

The oil level has been steady after some long journeys too.
 
Old Oct 18, 2010 | 06:15 AM
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Originally Posted by MrLizard
This was before the engine restore. I used engine restore and repeated the test after about 550 miles, and the second cylinder is now 140 psi, all the rest 145, so it looks as though the additive has done its job.

The oil level has been steady after some long journeys too.
The magic in the bottle has done its job, once again. Make sure to use it on every oil change and keep eye on oil level as always. If the numbers go down in future test, you may be looking at the real fix on the engine. But until then, happy motoring.
 
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