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Old Mar 31, 2006 | 05:30 PM
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what type of numbers should i be looking for w/ 9:1 pistons in a b16? just curious if it is any different than a stock b16
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Old Mar 31, 2006 | 05:45 PM
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8.5:1~9.5:1 compression: 170-210 psi per cylinder
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 03:24 PM
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my did 150 across the board? good bad? on what i believe is 9:1 pistons
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 03:55 PM
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did you open the tb while you were cranking?
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 05:09 PM
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no....is that my problem?
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 05:48 PM
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just did compression test with throttle body wot......175 across.......that's better i believe?
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 05:51 PM
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yes, thats better. But try and do one wet as well and see if the numbers jump alot.

But it seems like youre in good shape
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 06:06 PM
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I have 9:1 compression in my B16, and run 185 across the board.
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 06:17 PM
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do one wet?
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 06:34 PM
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yes, pour a dab of oil in the cylinder and redo it. The numbers will most likely be higher.

I usually fill the cap from the quart of oil, then pour it in.

You dont have to, but its a suggestion.
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