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General Information => Troubleshooting => Topic started by: rich brennick on April 24, 2006, 04:46:44 pm

Title: Compresstion Test-1.6TD Not-Running-Unknown History
Post by: rich brennick on April 24, 2006, 04:46:44 pm

Just picked this up; previous history is was running fine then lost power.  Sat for two seasons.
Initial timing check showed cam gear off one tooth. I re-timed.
Starter is marginal- won't spin as fast as it should.
Compression is approx 180# across the board- again, not turning fast.

Should I:
-Change the starter and hope for higher values?
-Put a bit of compressed air into #1 at TDC and listen for leaks (out the intake/ turbo?)
-Hank the head because I have bent valves?
- Or...?  Bueller?...Bueller?...

THX,
Rich

Title: Compresstion Test-1.6TD Not-Running-Unknown History
Post by: dieselweasel on April 24, 2006, 06:45:52 pm

First off I'd find out why it's cranking slowly...check the battery and cables.  Also bar the engine over by hand to check turning resistance.

Title: Compresstion Test-1.6TD Not-Running-Unknown History
Post by: fspGTD on April 24, 2006, 07:29:29 pm

moved to troubleshooting section.  Not power enhancement related.

Title: Compresstion Test-1.6TD Not-Running-Unknown History
Post by: rich brennick on April 24, 2006, 07:55:39 pm

10-4; Sorry for the mis-post.