RickParker
New Member
I have a 96 integra that i recently bought. It has 158,000 miles on it and completly stock. Its still in mint condition but the motor is smoking white on the first start up in the morning and when the RPMS are over 4800 in all but the fifth gear. It sounds like the valvetrain is chattering too. What would be the cause of this? Im thinking that maybe the vavle cover grommets, or the spark plug tube seals, or the valve seals. The spark plugs in Cylinders 2 and 4 (the two closest to the tranny) have oil in them and the spark plugs. I ran a diagnosis test and came up with three codes, P0301, P0302 (cylinder 1 and 2 misfire) and code P1300 (manufacturer control ignition system misfire) Never heard of that, anyone had this problem before? Im intersted in completly rebuilding this motor to be naturally aspirated but dont want to have someone else do it or to spend a fortune. I want something strong somewhat fast and fun, just something to make the kids laugh.
What parts are the best? Bearings. Rods, Pistons, Cams, complete valvetrain, anything else i may be missing? This is my first import and not at all familiar with Japan motors. I have done domestic cars though so my experience with them will be of use with these. Thanks for reading!!!
What parts are the best? Bearings. Rods, Pistons, Cams, complete valvetrain, anything else i may be missing? This is my first import and not at all familiar with Japan motors. I have done domestic cars though so my experience with them will be of use with these. Thanks for reading!!!