My '95 Integra (B18B1) started to make tapping noise after a cold start. Sounds louder under load (2-2.5k rpm) and goes away after ~5 minutes. After reading some other posts here it sounds like I have to adjust the valve clearance.

Anyways, I also noticed that the engine seem to be consuming some oil over that past months (~1/2 quart). Is this related to the valve clearance? Or is it something else.

Thanks