compression test results HEEELLPPPP!!

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Aug 2, 2012 | 10:58 PM

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Right...but my numbers are a lot lower than his, which means I have sealing issues. Power robbing sealing issues.

Aug 3, 2012 | 04:29 AM

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so with those numbers is it safe to say that my engine is healthy enough for a low boost, maybe 8psi without messing with the internals?

Aug 3, 2012 | 10:26 AM

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God D!!! I wish I had those compression numbers!!!

probably elevated due to all the oil...

Aug 3, 2012 | 11:18 AM

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so with those numbers is it safe to say that my engine is healthy enough for a low boost, maybe 8psi without messing with the internals?

Don't be a pansy. You're gonna need at least 12psi.

Aug 3, 2012 | 05:13 PM

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+1. You'll never blow it if you don't boost it. C'mon in, the water's warm.

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