my crx recently started having trouble running then would not start at all so i replaced the distributor, now it starts up every time and idles well. at about 4k rpm the tach will shoot to 0 and the car will hiccup and pop then go again and continue to jump around...... compression test was 210 210 187 210 any suggestions would be appreciated

 

sounds like an ignition related problem but it is difficult to tell without more info.

when the tach goes "wild" it is usually the igniter(located in the distributor) maybe it was a bad one???? you could open up the distributor cap and double check the quality of the connections on the igniter inside.

maybe try to change your spark plugs and spark plug wires.

give more info and detail and hopefully we can figure it out.


Modified by gringo7718 at 11:12 PM 7/28/2007

 

Are you throwing any CEL codes? It kinda sounds like your in limp mode.

 

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When you installed your new distributor, did you adjust the timing with a timing light? If not, maybe your timing is off.




Modified by gringo7718 at 11:19 PM 7/28/2007

 

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incorrect.

to the OP....what mods have you done to the engine if any? what sort of managment are you running?
sounds like the ignitor is fuxxored....id look into sourcing a new one or a working used one...im not sure where your located but i do have a few layin around...

check all your grounds and make sure all the other ignition components are up to par

 

well its throwing codes for vtec selonoid and pressure switch..... there are a few wires not plugged into the ecu but haven't been since i owned the car.... its just a stock b16 with intake....could a crushed header cause this...thanks for the help ill check the ignitor

 

Check your grounds.