How to compression test on non turbo?
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How to compression test on non turbo?
Okay im about to buy a non turbo with a rebuilt motor. How do i check the compression? What's good compression for motor? So do i check the leading or trailing for good compression. If i remember i think it was the top trailings. Am i wrong let me know. Help! I know i have to let it do 3 cycles around to get good compression. Anyone?
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You got it. Remove the EGI comp. fuse in the underhood fuse box to disable the fuel-system. Then remove the trailing (top) plugs and install the compression tester, secure it tightly. Then while you watch the gauge, have a friend get in the drivers seat and 'crank' the motor while you watch. Make sure you tell your friend to hold the accelerator pedal on the floor while he cranks, to get the most accurate results.
To allow the needle to bounce freely you'll either have to hold down the "button" on the tester (which allows the pressure to be released and the needle to bounce freely) or remove the little 'check valve' which can be unscrewed from the tip of the tester.
You'll want to see numbers of around 100+ PSI.
Also, you'll want to do the test after the motor's been warmed up. Cold compression can be slightly misleading (higher).
To allow the needle to bounce freely you'll either have to hold down the "button" on the tester (which allows the pressure to be released and the needle to bounce freely) or remove the little 'check valve' which can be unscrewed from the tip of the tester.
You'll want to see numbers of around 100+ PSI.
Also, you'll want to do the test after the motor's been warmed up. Cold compression can be slightly misleading (higher).
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95-100 is probably more like 105-110 with the type pf tester your using. Typically, these testers are not as accurate but if you are getting 95-100 you are in excellent shape my friend. Just break it in properly.
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