Have a B18c1 w/ 45K and am looking to do some internal mods ie cams, cam gears, valves, valvesprings, retainers. But I just want to make sure my engine is in good working condition. Is there any kind of tests I can do besides DYNO or compression? Have babied the car since it was born, oil change every 3K, etc.

 

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The best test to see if the motor is in good shape would be a compression test, and a leak down test... That'll tell you the condition of the internals... As for battery, alternator, starter, etc. there is ways you check each one...

 

Where can I get a compression test and leak down test done reliably for a good price? Pep boys or a local mechanic? How much do these tests run on average?

Thanks for the help.

 

http://www.c-speedracing.com

has instructions on how to do a compression test and lots of other useful information.

 

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Thanks for the help.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Do it yourself bro. Go buy the kits and follow that c-speedracing link above. It's a good site with DIY tutorials.