If you have an engine miss or performance problem, don’t forget to check for a mechanical problem, such as compression loss, with the engine. This video covers compression testing which will help you determine if your engine has a mechanical problem like mine did.
The video links below will also help you.
To find a specific cylinder that’s causing a problem, perform a Power Balance Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAOmUjAjNjE
How To Perform a Compression Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_tbksFYhl4
How To Perform a Leak Down Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgrfT0LFMhc&t=4s
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Tools
Compression Tester: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/otc-5606-compression-tester-kit#oid=1002_1
Ingersoll Rand 3/8″ Impact: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/ingersoll-rand-w5132-k12-iqv20-3-8-drive-impactool-bl2022-kit#oid=1002_1
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