Recent content by Dan_2

Thanks so much! I did the leak down test as you mentioned, and it is slowly but unmistakably pressurizing the cooling system. While I had the plug out, I took another look with the borescope and saw a much bigger puddle than before. Q-tip test was unmistakenly coolant. Probably moot, but I've...

Thanks for the responses. Compression test was normal. I also forgot to mention I check valve clearances and all where within spec. I think a leaky fuel injector can be eliminated since I swapped injectors and the problem remains on cylinder 3. I'm skeptical on a piston soak working (tried on...

2014 Honda CRV, K24z6, 91k miles Short Version: I believe I have oil leaking past the rings in one cylinder sufficient to cause an intermittent misfire on startup and am debating replacing rings vs replacing the engine. Long Version: Recent used car purchase. Car will trigger a cylinder 3...