[W126 Coupe] Compression Check

[Barry Corno]

Thanks Mike,

  How is that project coming? Will it be ready for a ride in March of

08?

B.C.

 

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From: mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com
[mailto:mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com] On Behalf Of Mike Ramay
Sent: Tuesday, September 04, 2007 8:40 AM
To: 'Mercedes Coupes Mailing Lists'
Subject: Re: [W126 Coupe] Compression Check

 

Sounds like a bad engine to me - too much disparity in the pressure
readings. You need an LS6 and a 4L60E to put in there now.

 

 

 

OK, the truth - you're fine. Usually 5-7 pound difference in readings
are normal. 170 pounds for a "low" is quite good. 

 

Later,

Mike R.

(702) 494-8056

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From: mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com
[mailto:mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com] On Behalf Of Barry Corno
Sent: Tuesday, September 04, 2007 7:50 AM
To: mbcoupes at mbcoupes.com
Subject: [W126 Coupe] Compression Check

 

Question on Compression

    I had my valve guild seals replaced last week 

On my 2nd engine at 236K. Checked each cylinder

And found 6 at 180 1 at 185 and 1 at 170. For 

All you guys that in the know what does this tell

Me?

 

B.C. "83" 380 SEC AMG    525K

 

 

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