Compression Test

[mike.smith]

Mike,

Talk to Joe. I'm pretty sure he is just looking for a normal compression test not a leak down test if I remember correctly. The point of it is just to set a relative baseline for your particular engine so you can see how it is doing during each annual. It isn't in the checklist to meet a certain manufacturers spec. Most autozone and advance autos will loan you a compression tool that screws right into the spark plug hole. You can also buy them pretty cheap from harbor freight. If all else fails let me know and you can borrow one of mine. Finally. You might want to do two tests. One with the engine cold and one with it warmed up. You will get different readings for both


Keith
#554

I just heard back from Joe. He said I needed a leak down as a base line. I don't necessarily agree.

Mike