Good point. I'd thought it was on a cold engine. So much for the memory.
Mark
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-triumphs@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-triumphs@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of ZoboHerald@aol.com
Sent: Monday, August 15, 2005 4:12 PM
To: triumphs
Subject: Re: Compression test how to
In a message dated 8/15/2005 3:37:29 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
"pethier@isd.net" <pethier@isd.net> writes:
>> - Screw the compression gauge into a cylinder, carefully
>> so you don't screw up the threads.
>> - Crank the engine (either turn the key or use the
>> pushbutton starter solenoid if you have one).
>
>While you are doing this, have the throttles all the way
>open. This gives faster and more consistant results.
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And (please, someone, correct me if I'm wrong), it's a good idea to perform
such a test on a thoroughly warmed-up engine.
--Andy Mace
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