I know that this was covered in previous threads, but they don't specifically tell me how to. so if anyone can help me find out how to do a compression test with the engine pulled, it would be much appreciated. thanks

 

jump the starter with 12V for 3/4 cranks, you'll need the trans too tho(obv) not a short block. at least that's the way I've done it.

 

thanks for the post. yea but the thing is that guy doesn't have the trans with it anymore. I just dont wana waste money on something that doesn't even work.

 

Couldn't you jst turn the crank by hand?

 

im not sure but wouldn't that seem difficult? would it get the same readings?

 

won't be fast enough compare to what the starter turns it at you'll leak compression before you get a full stroke

it's not practical compare to the speed(rpm) the starter does it at.

 

leak down is what i would do, it will show more than a comp test. you can also close all valve in set cly and tape a pc of toilet tissue to side of oil dip stick amd lay over top see if air comes out (bad comp ring) or check for air threw oil cap same way

 

would a leak down test be reliable before purchasing?

 

thanks for the suggestion