Just a short post to give an update on my engine work, after 100km
I'm proud to report that engine is healthy,
compression is 135 psi on all 4 cylinders
leak-down test shows between 25% and 35%
And no oil leaks !!!
Thanks to Ron for sharing his experience,
I have used Hylomar Advanced Formula High Viscosity between the cylinder base and the block,
also used it around the oil pan gasket and oil cooler gasket.
It was my first engine job.