Compression test

[russiankid]

I have been wanting to do a compression test for a while now, but i don't know where to get the tester itself? Would my local parts store have one?

[87lxiaccord]

they might i got mine from an harbor freight store mosty stores that carry automotive tools will have them

[russiankid]

they might i got mine from an harbor freight store mosty stores that carry automotive tools will have them
I should check go there and check. Thanks for reminding me.

[snoopyloopy]

yeah, harbor freight can hook you up. they practically give tools away there. or if they're not in the area, they sell them at wal-mart too. or ebay if all else fails. http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=39224

[Oldblueaccord]

I have been wanting to do a compression test for a while now, but i don't know where to get the tester itself? Would my local parts store have one?

May even be able to rent it form one of the auto parts places. I think advance still does tool rental.


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[88Accord-DX]

I've seen a compression tester at O'Reillys for about $20, which comes with two fittings & fits most spark plug hole applications.

[russiankid]

I've seen a compression tester at O'Reillys for about $20, which comes with two fittings & fits most spark plug hole applications.
Yea i have seen that today. They had a $15 one a $20 as you mentioned and a $42 one. So the $20 one should be good?

[Pico]

Whats a good pressure reading on a compression test

[88Accord-DX]

Yea i have seen that today. They had a $15 one a $20 as you mentioned and a $42 one. So the $20 one should be good?
Just take a spark plug out & go up there to make sure you get the right one by matching the diameter & pitch of the threads. No need to get a high dollar one.



Whats a good pressure reading on a compression test
Preferably around 178 psi (which is max) & no lower than 135 (lowest)..
With the highest & lowest readings no more between 15-20 psi..