Engine mechanical testing, is a great way to check, the overall condition of your engine.
Consequently, if you are having problems, many of these tests, will show where they are. So, most people do testing, in a specific order, depending on, what issues they have. But, most of the time, a compression and cylinder leak down test, get you what you need.
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Firstly, Compression Testing Engine Mechanical
Compression Test – How To Do It, Dry Or Wet – Review The Results
Compression Leak Between Cylinders – No Coolant Or Oil Leaks
Running Dynamic Compression Test – How To Do It And Why
Wet Compression Test – How To Do It – What Will It Tell You
Engine Compression – What Can Cause, Low Or No Compression
Low Compression, Causing, Engine Misfires, Is It A Mechanical Malfunction
Then, Cylinder Leak Down Testing Engine Mechanical
Cylinder Leak Down Test – What Are The Results Telling You
How To Do A Cylinder Leak Down Test – With Or Without A Tester
Bubble Test – Used In Conjunction With A Cylinder Leak Down Test
Power Balance Testing
Engine Power Balance Testing – Total Power Output Of The Engine
Cylinder Power Balance Testing – Uncover Hidden Engine Issues
Engine Vacuum Testing Engine Mechanical
Vacuum Leak Repair – Common Locations To Leak And Causes
Vacuum Leak Detection – The Safe Way To Find Vacuum Leaks
Using A Vacuum Gauge, To Test The Condition Of Your Engine
Vacuum Leaks – How To Quickly Find Them In 5 Easy Steps
Vacuum Test Basics – What To Check And How To Do It
Finally, Additional Testing Engine Mechanical
Valves And Piston Rings Function – Failure Warning Signs – Testing
Top Dead Center – Is When The Piston, Is At The Top Of Its Stroke
Valve Springs Can Cause, Floating Valves And Pumped Up Lifters
Engine Troubleshooting Common Problems, With Solutions
Low Oil Pressure – Troubleshooting, Actually Starts At The Dipstick
Sticking Valves – From Carbon Deposits – What Should You Do
Hydrolocked Engine – What Does It Mean – Possible Damage
Valve Lash – Getting All The Facts For Setting And Adjustment
Valve Lash Setting – Top End Ticking Noise, Is Usually The First Sign
BY DANNY BENDER