My Compression Test Results

[ascenion24]

Picked up a R33 gtst on the cheap.

Has a blown manifold exhaust gasket so sounds like a tractor at the moment.

Thought I better check the compression before replacing the gasket.

138, 140, 140, 145 120, 140....

Didn't get to do anymore test as battery died.

Are these results a concern? (Manual says around 15psi allowed, Ive got 25 difference here)

Now I'm tossing up between two thoughts here, can pull the engine and rebuild... or should I just replace the gasket and see how long she goes for?

Im looking to make power down the road 250rwkw, possibly even closer to 300. Maybe I should just get this car on the road as it is, then when the engine starts to really die do a nice build?

Edited October 28, 2009 by ascenion24

[Dorifta]

i would drive it till u plan for more power. Then rebuild it, your going to be replacing most of the parts you blow if it goes, ie pistons and ring etc,,

dpeneds how much cash u want to throw at it

[tridentt150v]

comp tests are better done when the motor is warmed up anyway, who drives around on a cold motor

[pauly24]

Was done on a warmed up motor.