So I Checked My Compression Today

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Dec 2, 2004 | 12:28 PM

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Mr rx-7 tt

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Originally Posted by Sonny

That's the old skool compression tester that generally produces lower numbers than the new Mazda digital tester.

I tested my engine with both testers. The old style gauge gave low 7's. The new style gauge gave high 8's.

Sonny

Interesting...

Dec 2, 2004 | 12:33 PM

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Sonny

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Originally Posted by Mr rx-7 tt

Interesting...

Yup, but you figure that the FSM shows the compression being checked with the new Mazda tool. So, you should probably trust the numbers you get from the new Mazda tool.

Sonny