runs and idles when engine cold

2002 HONDA CRV
130,000 MILES
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DOREENRIZZO
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crv runs and idles when engine cold but when engines temp gets warm it stalls and wont start acts like no compression mechanic changed 2 cam shaft sensors and changed timing chain now it will start and idle when cold but when warm it stalls and wont start when turn the key engines sounds really loose but next morning it will start...help he says i might need to get head done or even new engine ...help
Sep 4, 2012 at 8:41 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Are there any trouble codes?

Check the V-TEC system. Seems the actuator is not working correctly.
The actuator solenoids could be clogged causing the valve timing to change. Is engine heavily sludged?

Sep 4, 2012 at 9:11 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Btw were the valve clearances checked?
Sep 4, 2012 at 9:12 PM
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