1994 Honda Accord Bent Valve

1994 HONDA ACCORD
120,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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1169SMACK
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Hi I was doing a timing bent on my 94 Accord and thought I had the timing correct but didnt. I bent the # 3 cylinder valve and was wondering if I need a complete head job or can I just replace that valve. I have heard that I can do either or from friends but wanted a machanics opinion. I am also tight on $. Thanks.
Dec 18, 2007 at 2:41 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

You can do the one valve no problems, but what you should have done, is a pressure test which will check the condition of all the other valves. Then you can repair any other suspect valves.

Mark (mhpautos)
Dec 18, 2007 at 2:52 PM
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LEGITIMATE007
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yes i agree compression test. I have had the same problem with my 3.3 and only bent one valve but wanted to be absolutely pos. on the others.
Jan 12, 2008 at 4:21 AM
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