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: compression tester?


IdahoRob
03-30-2006, 08:16 PM
Anyone know what adapter I need for testing the compression at the glow plugs.

Any ideas on a good inexpensive tester?

Thanks,
Rob

Dr_goodwrench66
03-31-2006, 11:34 PM
The Kent Moore tool we use is J 26999-20 (http://service.gm.com/servlets/RetrieveTif?pic=675120). Snap On also has one EEPV312A. I paid $40 for the Snappy one. You also need an adapter for the Snappy tool to connect to your gauge M3569.

IdahoRob
04-01-2006, 01:01 AM
Thanks,

Ended up going to the local harborfreight. They had a diesel compression tester(1000psi) and all the adapters for the unheard of price of $17.99. Might not stand up to comm. use, but worked fine for me today.

specialagentPK
04-01-2006, 01:05 AM
How was compression everything good??

IdahoRob
04-01-2006, 01:31 AM
How was compression everything good??

Yes PK, looks good. 330psi and less than 3% difference per cyl. Nice to have that piece of mind for 17.99 and a couple hours work.

fredw
04-01-2006, 03:03 AM
good to hear rob, i want one of those compresion testers, any more info on finding one