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Hey guys,
My new favorite tool is a compression tester!
anyways. I just picked up an engine from a guy who said "the compression was good, don't remember the numbers; but they were really high."
After testing the compression I got these numbers from right to left.
155
120
120
125
The service manual says the engine must be rebuilt when the difference between any two cylinders is more than 28 psi...
This engine has been sitting for a while, and was not warm before the test as the manual asks...
Do you guys think the engine is worth it? Or should I return it?
My new favorite tool is a compression tester!
anyways. I just picked up an engine from a guy who said "the compression was good, don't remember the numbers; but they were really high."
After testing the compression I got these numbers from right to left.
155
120
120
125
The service manual says the engine must be rebuilt when the difference between any two cylinders is more than 28 psi...
This engine has been sitting for a while, and was not warm before the test as the manual asks...
Do you guys think the engine is worth it? Or should I return it?
I wouldn't put too much faith in those numbers until they are confirmed with a leak down test. As far as "do I think the engine is worth it". I don't think a Katana is worth it. Oil cooled engines that fit that frame are a dime a dozen. If you did in fact get a lemon, take it back and try again.
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