Tired Engine?

rkd · Jan 12, 2008

I finally got around to checking the compression on the right side of my Chevelle 350 day.

Got 90-60-100-110 psi.

I adjusted the rockers on no4, (with 60) and it still misses, etc.

It's firing all 8.

Looks like time to freshen the shortblock?

What do y'all think?

Dave427 · Jan 12, 2008

Probalby the long block.

Dave

csmnlm · Jan 12, 2008

You could put some oil into the cylinders and see if the compression improves at all. This can help you diag further the exact cause of your low compression readings.

Schurkey · Jan 12, 2008

Yeah, those results suck.

I'd be shoving a leakdown tester in those holes and see what happens. With luck, you'll find the heads are bad and the rings are good.

rkd · Jan 15, 2008

Thanks, since the oil pressure is nothing to write home about, either, I think I am going to take it out and do a refresh.

I hate this, I have three toy cars, and all three need engine r&r at the moment.

I love hot rodding!

Tired Engine?

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