Quote:
Originally Posted by Biodiesel300TD
I concur with kerry but will add that you need to do a valve adjustment before you do a compression test. The valve clearances on these cars get tight over time, which makes the valves not seal completely, causing lower compression. Also make sure your fuel and air filters are fresh. Any restriction will compound cold start issues.
|
The advantage of a compression test prior to the valve adjustment as well as after is that you'll learn whether the valve adjustment made any difference in compression.
__________________
1977 300d 70k--sold 08
1985 300TD 185k+
1984 307d 126k--sold 8/03
1985 409d 65k--sold 06
1984 300SD 315k--daughter's car
1979 300SD 122k--sold 2/11
1999 Fuso FG Expedition Camper
1993 GMC Sierra 6.5 TD 4x4
1982 Bluebird Wanderlodge CAT 3208--Sold 2/13
|