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Compression Loss

Compression Loss, is a result of a leak, in one or more cylinders of an engine.

Engine Misfire Causes: First Steps to Diagnose Them
Poor Performance

Engine Misfire Causes – Taking The First Steps To Diagnose Them

09/10/2023

Trying to find engine misfire causes, can be a little tricky and seem overwhelming to the average person. However, while driving, paying close attention to how your engine is running, can help you narrow down, […]

Low Compression, Causing Misfires, Is It A Mechanical Malfunction
Poor Performance

Low Compression, Causing Misfires, Is It A Mechanical Malfunction

09/09/2023

Firstly, low compression can be caused by a number of different issues resulting in engine misfires. Secondly, let’s say you have ruled out ignition and fuel delivery, as the cause of the engine misfire. Consequently, […]

Cylinder Head Gasket Leaks Are Expensive - Know The Symptoms
Automotive Leaks

Cylinder Head Gasket Leaks Are Expensive – Know The Symptoms

07/18/2023

Cylinder head gasket leaks, can cause a variety of problems. And, usually happens when your not expecting it. First of all, you can not see the cylinder head gasket, without removing the cylinder head. So, actually […]

Compression Test - How To Do It, Dry Or Wet - Review The Results
Engine Testing

Compression Test – How To Do It, Dry Or Wet – Review The Results

03/15/2023

Doing a compression test, is a good way to measure the condition of, the rings, cylinders, and valves. So, if your engine is running rough or is lacking power, consider doing a compression test. Also, […]

Compression Leak Between Cylinders - No Coolant Or Oil Leaks
Automotive Leaks

Compression Leak Between Cylinders – No Coolant Or Oil Leaks

03/08/2023

So, having a compression leak between cylinders, can allow the compression, to leak from one cylinder to the next. This causes a loss of compression, and sometimes, allows exhaust gasses, back into the intake, depending […]

Running ( Dynamic ) Compression Test - How To Do It And Why
Engine Testing

Running Dynamic Compression Test – How To Do It And Why

03/03/2023

Firstly, a running dynamic compression test, confirms how effective each cylinder is, at pulling air in. Secondly, holding it for the correct amount of time, then letting it go, into the exhaust. So, if a […]

Engine Misfire Issues - Causes, Symptoms And Potential Damage
Poor Performance

Engine Misfire Issues – Causes, Symptoms And Potential Damage

02/06/2023

Engine misfire issues, will always cause your engine performance to suffer. Because, they affect fuel economy, emissions and idle quality. In addition, when a misfiring vehicle, is subjected to an emissions test, it will usually fail. […]

Engine Power Balance Testing - Total Power Output Of The Engine
Engine Testing

Engine Power Balance Testing – Total Power Output Of The Engine

11/08/2022

The engine power balance test, can be a great way to pinpoint a cylinder, that’s under performing. Most importantly, a cylinder that is not working as well as, the other cylinders in the engine. The […]

Wet Compression Test - Next Level, Mechanical Engine Testing
Engine Testing

Wet Compression Test – Next Level, Mechanical Engine Testing

10/31/2022

After you have done a basic compression test, the next step is a wet compression test. Above all, an engine’s cylinders need a good seal, between the rings and the cylinder walls. Also, between the […]

Piston Rings - Signs Of Worn Piston Rings And How To Replace Them
Engine Bottom End

Piston Rings – Signs Of Worn Piston Rings – How To Replace Them

07/13/2022

So, the first sign of worn out piston rings, is engine blow-by. Consequently, if you are seeing puffs of blue smoke out of the exhaust, it means the engine is burning oil. Also, with worn […]

Engine Compression - What Can Cause, Low Or No Engine Compression
Engine Damage

Engine Compression – What Can Cause, Low Or No Engine Compression

06/23/2022

An engine compression test, is the most practical way, to learn about the mechanical condition of your engine. Because, doing a engine compression test, will help you locate; potential internal problems, affecting engine performance. Running […]

Sticking Valves - From Carbon Deposits - What Should You Do
Engine Top End

Sticking Valves – From Carbon Deposits – What Should You Do

06/14/2022

The first sign of sticking valves, is usually engine missing or running rough when cold. But, sticking valves can also simply be, the byproduct of cold-weather operation. In this case, the sticking valves, will often […]

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Engine Oil Pressure Low - Common Causes And Ways To Fix It
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Engine Oil Pressure Low – Common Causes And Ways To Fix It

by Danny Bender in Lubrication

The first sign of trouble, may be a flickering oil light or a low engine oil pressure reading. Consequently, low engine performance, engine noise and even poor starting, can all be caused by, low engine [...]

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