how to check motor?
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how to check motor?
i know when a motor is in a car, you can perform a compression test to check the health of the motor. my question is how do you check one not running in a vehicle? is there anything particular to look for besides the obvious (ie sensors, rust etc.). i searched, but don't know if i'm wording this correctly. thanks
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Re: how to check motor? (Russell_K)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Russell_K »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">There's a tool called a borescope which is a fiber optic cable you can stick through the spark plug holes. It gives you a good look at the cylinder walls which is what I'd consider most important.
They cost about $200 though
. Maybe you can rent one from somewhere.
Also, I'd at least pop off the valve cover and inspect the valvetrain for excessive wear. Maybe even turn the engine over by hand to make sure there's no binding or bent valves.
Oh, and you can also do a leakdown test. That should probably be #1 thing to check.</TD></TR></TABLE>
this is a good idea
you could also find a transmission and bolt a starter up to do a compression test.
They cost about $200 though
. Maybe you can rent one from somewhere.Also, I'd at least pop off the valve cover and inspect the valvetrain for excessive wear. Maybe even turn the engine over by hand to make sure there's no binding or bent valves.
Oh, and you can also do a leakdown test. That should probably be #1 thing to check.</TD></TR></TABLE>
this is a good idea
you could also find a transmission and bolt a starter up to do a compression test.
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