"'Curly Q. Links'" <motsco_@_interbaun.com> wrote in message
news:3FAA851C.298EB389@_interbaun.com...
> I did a compression test on a '97 CRV the other day. 70,000 km. (I'm
> thinking of buying it)
>
> The engine was warmed up, but because of a very weak battery I think the
> compression test may be invalid.

A warm engine WILL give a slightly lower PSI value on a compression test.
Most manuals give specs for cold.

> With PSI values of 85, 85, 80, 85, I
> think I wasted my time.

Well...if it is worn, its worn evenly...which also indicates no individual
cylinder/piston/head/valve problem.

Find the "cold" specs and get a good battery.

>We made sure it 'pumped' six times for each
> cylinder.

No need to go any more than two...it wont affect the reading(s).


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