Re: [MV] Cylinder compression readings

SBJohnston@aol.com
Sun, 25 Jan 1998 19:18:00 -0500 (EST)

Scott wrote:

>Depends on the compression ratio of the engine.
>For example if the compression ratio is 7.0:1 then a pressure
>reading of 102.55psi would be right on the money.
>(assuming 14.65psi at sea level)

This engine has a 6.48:1 compression ratio. So it would be 14.65 x 6.48 = 95
Right in the ballpark of my readings!

>I wouldn't worry about the difference between the cylinders
>at this point.
>Some other considerations are, does it blow smoke

No.

>If it still runs and doesn't smoke, sounds fine to me

Thanks!

Steve Johnston

sbjohnston@aol.com

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