i just got a DOHC ZC and did a compression test using an Actron tester...
i got a reading of 200-200-200-200. i did a search and see that alot of people are getting around 140-180... does it sound like maybe my gauge is bad or is the engine just in really good shape. it's supposed to have around 40,000 miles and this tester is brand new. thanks for any input....

 

Sounds like you got a very strong motor!

 

Use that gauge and test it on another motor to see if it's messed up or not.

 

lmy last compression test yielded

1: 208
2: 205
3: 190
4: 195

so i'd say you're fine

 

i tested on a d16 i knew was shot and it said 35-120-100-130..... it's definitely a shot engine so the test didn;t surprise me.. cylinder 1 it spewing oil and i knew it'd be horribly low