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• Re: Results from a compression test.
  Historical mailing list - No Quarter
  Thu, 11 Apr 1996 21:37:09 -0500 (CDT)
  ...NO compression would seem to me to be more than just "out > of adjustment valves". I can't think of a likely senario where...
• Re: Used Van Need help
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Mon, 30 Jun 2003 16:08:53 -0500
  ...Here the numbers from the compression test, the mechanic says the numbers are excellent for the van�s age and mileage of 150K, here...
• Re: Low compression, more test results
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 9 Sep 2012 00:23:21 -0400
  ...Low compression, more test results " and adding lash caps." Can someone explain about lash caps? Larry A. On Sat, Sep 8, 2012 at 10...
• Re: Lifter adjustment VOODOO
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Wed, 30 Apr 2008 13:06:01 -0700
  ...A compression test revealed that the compression had dropped from about 170 psi to 120 psi on all cylinders (I don't have the...
• Re: Last gasp: low compression exhaust valve can't pass smog
  Historical mailing list - Roland
  Wed, 26 Jan 2011 10:37:22 -0800
  ...The most likely reason it was missing; due to low compression in one cylinder. Leakdown test indicated bad exhaust valve. - Finally brought it to...
• Re: Removal of Vanagon Engine
  Historical mailing list - marcus
  Fri, 5 Jun 1998 13:52:03 -0700
  ...I bought a compression tester and checked the > cylinders. It turns out cylinder 4 has a compression of 75 while the > others are >130...
• Re: HELP! Sucking in oil thru breather
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
  Sun, 5 Aug 2001 09:25:01 -0400
  ...So I figured I'd do a compression check. > I > pulled off the air-cleaner and noticed the inside of the rubber tube > that...
• Re: '84 Vanagon with leaky rings?
  Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
  Wed, 25 Mar 1998 21:38:36 -0500
  ...I'm looking buying a used '84 Westfalia, so I had a compression >and leak test done. The leak test came out at 21...
• Re: exhaust gas into coolant system
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 9 Nov 2010 12:35:27 -0800
  ...system? > thanks > jack 91 vanagon auto gl I'd do a compression check, but that's my first answer anytime I'm concerned about...
• Excessive Oil Usage
  Historical mailing list - Vahid Lajevardi
  Wed, 22 Feb 95 14:37:04 PST
  ...Is there a good way of determining which parts are broken? The engine is developing good compression though. Any info would be greatly appreciated...
• Re: Emissions
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 30 Mar 1996 00:08:25 -0500
  ...You either have a plug or two not firing or a cylinder with no compression. Dennis.
• 82 Engine FS & Swivel ??
  Historical mailing list - rob wilke
  Sun, 16 May 1999 21:06:23 +0100
  ...It's running, but with very low (85-90) compression. Also I'd like to convert my 87 Syncro Seats into swivel seats Like...
• Re: Compression Question
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Sat, 17 Aug 2002 16:00:21 -0700
  First you hit us with 'Magical Mystery Toil' and before the groans and threats of awful retaliation fade away you throw in you agree...
• Re: NEW Springs for Vgn (incl Syncro) - Lowered, Taller, & Stock
  Historical mailing list - John Connolly
  Sat, 17 Jul 2004 12:39:02 -0600
  ...They do increase the distance of suspension compression, but do this at the expense of the original extension, which can cause the suspension "topping...
• Re: Checked my compression today
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Tue, 1 Aug 2006 13:44:25 -0700
  that is a good feeling, for sure. try a leak down next, you can dance around after that. best of luck. df Christopher Gronski...
• Re: Another compression question
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Sat, 19 Mar 2005 15:41:54 -0700
  ...As an example, When Ben & I put the New AVP rebuid in the Haus last June, the compression tests yielded the following, at 300...
• Re: '80 ac square port head
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 6 Feb 2006 21:31:10 -0500
  ...I lost all compression on the 1-2 cyl. side, and I need a fair to good head to get it back up and...
• Big, Bad Smoke
  Historical mailing list - Dave Kautz
  Sun, 19 Feb 95 23:04:21 PST
  ...If it's A, there would be 0 compression in the affected cylinder and the engine would be running rough. If B, the ring...
• Reply on Engine Power
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Sun, 10 Jun 2001 15:58:35 -0800
  ...I feel bad saying this, but until BB or someone solves the low compression on #3, I would forget about "fixing" or "adjusting" anything...
• Re: Power loss above 3000 rpms in 85 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Sam Stone
  Sun, 28 Jan 2007 11:25:34 -0600
  ...I plan on doing a compression test this afternoon. It has new > plugs, less than week old but will check their condition when I...
• Re: Questions/Advice Needed 1980 VW Westphalia
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Thu, 17 May 2012 20:59:14 -0400
  ...Fuel, ignition, compression. I'll assume compression is good, since when it runs, it runs. You've made some changes to fuel. Look toward...
• Cyl head removal advice
  Historical mailing list - Matthias Kuster
  Fri, 22 Feb 2002 10:10:41 -0800
  ...I get 165 - 175 psi compression on all cylinders. This is high, as opposed to spec 135psi. The engine always ran fine and strong...
• Re: Compression Question
  Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
  Sun, 18 Aug 2002 22:07:39 +0100
  ...COM> Sent: Sunday, August 18, 2002 6:50 PM Subject: Re: Compression Question > Years ago I had an Opel 1900. It developed a horrific...
• Re: AW: Water deliberately added to gasoline?
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Tue, 10 Dec 2002 13:27:41 -0500
  ...That's probably part of it, but it also lowers combustion chamber temperatures so higher compression can be run without detonation. Turning the water...
• Re: actual numerical readings off Compression test?
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Sat, 18 Sep 2010 20:37:11 -0400
  >> ...am not so sure I will hear it if it is detonating, way back there...<< Trust me, if there's detonation, your windows are...
• Re: Aircooled lifter noise (UPDATE)
  Historical mailing list - Jon Joyce
  Wed, 30 Jan 2002 11:55:40 -0600
  >Have you been able to do a compression check? > >Stan Wilder Nope, and it's too cold and icy to do anything in the...
• Whistling Wind Wings
  Historical mailing list - Bergin, Richard
  Tue, 21 Jan 2003 13:17:18 -0800
  ...This seems rather strange since new seals make closing the windows twice as difficult due to increased compression of the new material. Any suggestions...
• Re: engine running rough
  Historical mailing list - phil cain
  Thu, 29 May 2003 13:35:38 -0700
  A word of advice, do a compression test, to make sure that all the cylinders are up to snuff, if you have a low...
• Re: Underpowered? Can't be this bad.
  Historical mailing list - Ben huot
  Tue, 25 Nov 2003 23:50:33 -0500
  How is the engine compression? Check it... I have SUFFER for 12000miles last spring when i did my Mexico trip, the engine was dead...
• Oil ring Question
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Sat, 5 Mar 2005 18:05:27 -0800
  ...set and install all three rings ($60) will this alter the compression enough to blow out the lower end in short order Install a...
• synthetic oil weaken older engine?
  Historical mailing list - Art McGinn
  Thu, 2 Jun 2005 13:22:37 -0700
  is it true -- or has this already been covered? -- that switching to synthetic oil for an older engine can or will lower compression or...
• Re: Cylinder Head differences
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Fri, 27 Apr 2007 22:20:16 -0400
  ...All things being equal and substituting the1.9L heads on a 2.1L long block; I arrived at an increase of compression ratio to...
• Re: Found motor for Swap, need advice
  Historical mailing list - Erik O
  Tue, 5 May 1998 12:20:15 -0400
  ...1780cc CIS FI 90@5500 rpm HP 100@3000 rpm Torque 3.19x3.40 Bore & Stroke 8.5:1 Compression 28@2000 rpm Oil...
• Re: Zero valve settings
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 6 Apr 2015 23:09:57 -0400
  ...I rebuilt a motor that I thought had no compression when it would run for about 15 min the compression would drop off to...
• Re: What's a fair price for a rebuilt 2.1 wasserboxer with 10,000 miles?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Fri, 18 Jul 2014 18:25:38 -0700
  ...Including clutch and alternator.) I had taken compression hot & cold, oil pressure cold and hot. idle & 3k rpm in anticipation of future sale. I...
• Really really vague rebuild problems.
  Historical mailing list - Jesse L Reynolds
  Thu, 4 May 1995 23:59:55 -0400 (EDT)
  ...But it ran HOT (like 350-375 head temp) and the compressionwas not so good, like 90's all around. Now, I know that...
• Re: Boston Bob Big Valve Update? Not really... (LONG)
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Wed, 16 Feb 2005 22:12:41 -0500
  ...It does sound like a compression check and fuel pressure check might be in order . . . along with timing and the other basics per Bob...
• Compression test - cold vs hot?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Thu, 17 Mar 2005 19:53:45 -0800
  As an experiment, I did a compression test on my '88 2.1L from dead cold tonight; engine has not been started since November...
• Best way to judge life left in Waterboxer?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 7 May 2012 15:44:56 -0700
  ...same as always.� Wondering how long this thing can last?� What's the best way to get some idea, compression test?� Rich San Diego
• 87 westy with wild bucking...
  Historical mailing list - William Carden
  Tue, 7 Jul 1998 07:54:34 -0400
  ...I check the compression 118,128,140,135. Change the plug wires which I had, the local parts store was close for the forth...
• engine
  Historical mailing list - Peter Patal
  Thu, 24 Oct 2002 09:46:41 -0700
  Hi all, I did compression on the engine of my 87 Westy. Here is the undefined: Cyliners 1 and 3 =130 and 2,4...
• Re: 1.9 heads on a 2.1 motor?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 26 Sep 2007 15:34:40 -0400
  ...the compression will be higher and you must use premium fuel to prevent predetonation. Mike Todd Last wrote: > I noticed the previous post which...
• Re: Oil dipstick pushed out of the tube
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Sat, 11 Oct 2008 13:25:50 -0400
  Allan, A compression test is an excellent idea at this juncture. Have you checked for any air movements at the dip stick tube? At...
• Re: Help No Power 1.9L HELP REQUESTED!!!
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Mon, 26 Apr 1999 07:28:24 -0400
  ...If you have 145 on all four, than eliminates problems with intake, & compression. That leaves exhaust, fuel and ignition. You have done some work...
• 1981 Questions
  Historical mailing list - Mike Lawrence
  Thu, 14 Feb 2002 19:23:12 -0800
  ...I checked the plugs & the Compression & found the plugs are very Black meaning that the engine is runnibg very rich I think. Compression in...
• Re: motor swapping
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Tue, 3 Jan 1995 14:12:08 -0600 (CST)
  ...This is done to either increase compression ratio or to flatten > the heads-cylinders mating surface. Under no circumstances have your heads > flycut to...
• Re: Low compression, more test results
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 8 Sep 2012 20:05:29 -0400
  ...On Sat, Sep 8, 2012 at 10:56 AM, Tom Carchrae <tom@carchrae.net> wrote: > Hi Stuart, > > My van had low compression on one...
• Re: Low Compression, Longevity of the WBX'er and $20K Vans
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 11 Sep 2012 19:58:00 -0700
  ...Low Compression, Longevity of the WBX'er and $20K Vans >.... So the Suby conditioner is > designed to swell up a composite seal? Makes sense...
• High RPM Misfire -- Update
  Historical mailing list - Gary Basey
  Mon, 20 Sep 1999 08:30:55 -0500
  This morning I went out to do a compression check on the van and when I started it I noticed it was running fine...
• Re: Overheated engine questions
  Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
  Tue, 28 Aug 2001 07:02:06 -0400
  ...The PO put on a head gasket but still no compression. The rings were stuck to the pistons. A liberal dose of WD-40...
• Re: clickin lifters
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Fri, 13 Jun 2003 14:00:21 -0700
  ...If I had a WasserBoxer, I would very compression balance at 2 turns in per spec, then reset to Boston Bob procedures and verify...
• Re: It's rebuild time for my '86 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Apr 94 9:05:07 PDT
  ...Its compression is getting low (125 across the board), so it may soon be time to rebuild. If you find out prices, send me...
• Re: Audi I5 Conversion
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 15 Dec 2003 23:41:14 EST
  ...Mechanically it is in good shape, > engine has good compression and is clean. It is an audi 5 cylinder. keep it whole and get...
• Re: Any Used Vanagon 2.1L engines available
  Historical mailing list - benoit
  Fri, 27 Jan 2006 21:29:25 -0500
  Low compression test or a "leak down test major leak".... you have a problem!!!!!!! anyway, the engine need to be open... wile there, check...
• Compression Test
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Thu, 24 Aug 2000 03:40:18 CDT
  Hello, I am going to do a compression test on a 85 GL Vanagon I am planning on buying. This is my procedure, any...
• Re: Syncro TDI installation question...
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 3 Dec 2001 11:23:36 -0800
  ...The stock 1.6 diesel engine has a 23:1 compression ratio. Would seem like the diesel starter would be the way to go...
• Re: Subject: Fuel octane
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Thu, 27 Dec 2001 16:35:28 -0600
  ...It does say, however, that engines with higher compression, such as Euro-WBX, or advanced timing, such as mine, will benefit from a higher...
• Re: Used Van Need help
  Historical mailing list - sleepingmonkey1
  Tue, 1 Jul 2003 22:06:40 -0400
  ...Here the numbers from the compression test, the mechanic says the numbers are excellent for the van�s age and mileage of 150K, here...
• Re: Continuing saga 82 aircooled 2.0l westy emission failure issues update
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 29 Jul 2012 11:27:44 -0500
  I believe you have the problem nailed down but you can do a wet compression test to be sure. The test works better on...
• Re: 2.1 WBX Push Rods. Make Sure They're Seated! Was: 2.1 wbx rocker, pushrods
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 21 May 2017 12:21:30 -0700
  ...Put a little oil into cylinder #1. > Checked compression. 0 PSI. Installed new plugs. Engine fired up > normally, ran much better, blew smoke for...