> I would look into the low compression. This could be something as simple > as a valve adjust but probably will be a ring. In any event, since this is > just a "beater", I would just fix it just enough to keep it running while > you address your CRX. > > All the suggestions, thoughts and ideas you indicated for the Civic should > (in my mind) be done to your CRX. And then later invest the time, effort > and money into the Civic (if you still see the need).
Oh don't worry... my CRX is still my main focus. I have lots and lots of plans for it... I would really like to strip it down completely and restore it from the ground up, and while I'm at it, build a supercharged B20-VTEC to replace the tired old motor. Reality and my checkbook will likely join forces to tone down those plans some, but we shall see. :) > Now.. if the engine in the Civic is on it's last legs and an engine swap is > perhaps the easiest and most economical way to go, then I would understand > why the need to replace it with something other than stock. Those were my thoughts... I am only thinking through the ZC scenario in case it would be more cost-effective to toss the stock engine. It is beginning to sound like a very intriguing project to undertake after my CRX though! Cheers, ~Matt 91 Si 208,000 miles and counting...
