How to test compression?
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How to test compression?
The tranny on my truck is nearly dead. The deciding factor of weather I'm going to fix it is the overall health of the engine of my truck. Since I bought it used, I have no way of knowing what condition the engine is in, but it seems to be running pretty good.
What steps are involved in testing the compression and what is a good range for the results? Harbor freight has the tool fairly cheap.
What steps are involved in testing the compression and what is a good range for the results? Harbor freight has the tool fairly cheap.
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harbor freight has a diesel compression tester? you cant put a tester designed for gas engines up to the task of a ctd.
gas motors are around 150psi. the diesel is several hundred psi. the gasser model will explode.
but if its a diesel version, pull the injectors, ensure the shutoff solenoid doesnt get energized, and crank away.
gas motors are around 150psi. the diesel is several hundred psi. the gasser model will explode.
but if its a diesel version, pull the injectors, ensure the shutoff solenoid doesnt get energized, and crank away.
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