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Need DIY Intstructions to replace Head Gasket on a 93' Civic DX
Recently I have had an issue with my 93' Civic all stock, (227,000
miles, still runs good, but I know it's a ton of miles). White smoke from my tail pipe, coolant in my exhaust can be smelled, with the car lurching/stuttering in idle. Driving, my temp meter shot up to high, I turned on the heater to get it down, which helped but it would still rise and fall like a roller coaster. It happened yesterday, got it home and I havent driven it since, I do not want to warp or damage the engine... Through some online research and input from dad, I discovered that I either have a blown head gasket or a cracked head. I know that I need to replace a head Gasket, but I'm not sure where to start? (e.g compression test, watching radiator or bubbles) It seems like it's not going to JUST be the Gasket either that needs replacing, reading various blogs it sounds like there's a bit more involved in the process (People have been posting about torque and flexible header bolts, losing me in this jargon). I don't know too much about cars, it's a learning experiance for me. Pops knows a bit, but some DIY input would be great. What I do know is that as a full time college student, I don't have the 12- 1400 Grand to pay a shop to do it. I just had midas replace my master Cylinder (no pressure, pedal to the floor) and do all my brakes 2 weeks ago, a $400 job my parents helped me cover. So I am not willing to just give up on this car after putting that kind of money into it. Please, I'd appreciate it if responses like, "If you don't know what you're doing forget it", they are annoying and quite unhelpful. This is why I am posting for some input. We (pops and I) are doing it at home, and I simply want maybe a walkthrough, or some things to look out for, strategies to avoid problems, etc. Thanks in advance for stopping to read my blog... - Chris H. |
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Need DIY Intstructions to replace Head Gasket on a 93' Civic DX
Also, Car is in good condition. I had it fully serviced last month, all fluids checked, Filters replaced, etc. 2 months ago had to replace the radiator with a new one (Texas summer! 0_o). In other words, I have not had any issues with this vehicle... |
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Need DIY Intstructions to replace Head Gasket on a 93' Civic DX
Get the Honda service manual for that year, and follow the instructions.
They are very detailed, and the ones I've used have been incredibly correct - much better than the Chiltons or Haynes that cover 20 years of cars. This site http://www.hondahookup.com/manuals/ appears to have some for download, or you can find one on EBay or buy one from Helminc.com. If your dad has worked on cars, knows how to use a torque wrench, and you both realize that aluminum is softer than cast iron, you should be okay. Just take your time and read the book! "Hendersauce" > wrote in message oups.com... > > Also, Car is in good condition. I had it fully serviced last month, all > fluids checked, Filters replaced, etc. 2 months ago had to replace the > radiator with a new one (Texas summer! 0_o). In other words, I have not > had any issues with this vehicle... > |
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