Compression test question...

Mar 1, 2004 | 02:16 PM

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Compression test question...

Anybody know the poundage for a LS1? like what it should be ?

Mar 1, 2004 | 02:42 PM

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According to Alldata, min pressure is 100 PSI, no cylinder should be less than 70 percent of the highest reading.

Mar 1, 2004 | 10:56 PM

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Cylinder pressure readings will vary from cam to cam. Don't look for a number, just look for a consistent number in all 8 cylinders.