I want to do a compression test on my Gwagens 617na to find out if my loss of power is due to something internal to the engine and not the fuel system.

I am located in NW CT.

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1991 350SDL Blackberry Metallic (481)

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Do you have Harbor Freight locally? They sell a compression kit for < $30. I find it acceptable for home mechanic.

12 Piece Diesel Engine Compression Tester

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I do but most threads in the diesel discussion are pretty consistent when it comes to that units unpredictable quality. (Sometimes you get a good one, most times you have to return it and try again)

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1982 300GD Carmine Red (DB3535) Cabriolet Parting Out
1990 300SEL Smoke Silver (Parting out)
1991 350SDL Blackberry Metallic (481)

"The thing is Bob, its not that I'm lazy...its that I just don't care."

I have a custom compression tester (via the glow plug holes) for the 617 that works great. Injector holes require new heat shields = more work, more parts, less desirable. It is not for rent but if you come by I can do the compression test for you.

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Thanks for the offer but I ended up ordering a tester (With the injector adapter) from Pelican parts. The crush washers don't cost too much and I only plan to do this job once. I just hope that I can get all the old crush washers out. The last time I replaced them one was a nightmare to remove and there was another one that we were unable to dislodge....

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1982 300GD Carmine Red (DB3535) Cabriolet Parting Out
1990 300SEL Smoke Silver (Parting out)
1991 350SDL Blackberry Metallic (481)

"The thing is Bob, its not that I'm lazy...its that I just don't care."