RE: [Tech, not specifically Roc]Running a compression test

["Aaron Ness" <aaron@makuta.com>]

Have you tried to screw the gauge into the head yet?  My Honda CX500 I
recently got rid of had 12mm spark plug holes, and I was unable to find
anyone who could sell me an adapter for my gauge to fit.

Aaron
'82 Scirocco
'70 Beetle
'87 Jeep Cherokee 4.0


> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-scirocco-l@scirocco.org
> [mailto:owner-scirocco-l@scirocco.org]On Behalf Of Brad Sterling
> Sent: Monday, February 26, 2001 7:21 AM
> To: Scirocco List
> Subject: [Tech, not specifically Roc]Running a compression test
>
>
> Hi all,
>
> 	A general tech question for you all...
>
> 	I bought a compression gauge and want to test my
> motorcycle.  Of course,
> the stupid instruction sheet was glued into the plastic
> bubble, packaging
> thing the gauge came in.  Since they are now destroyed, I
> want to make sure
> I'm doing this right.  Basically, I believe the steps are warm up the
> engine, remove the spark plug wires from all plugs, remove
> one spark plug,
> insert gauge, hit the starter for 3-4 cycles, replace spark
> plug, and then
> repeat for remaining plugs.  Is this right?  Any tips, hints,
> or warnings
> would be appreciated.
>
> - Brad
> '86.5 Volkswagen Scirocco 16v
> '76 International Scout II
>
>
>
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