Re: [Tech, not specifically Roc]Running a compression test

[John Lagnese <jlagnese@cybertours.com>]

Is that the very small plug? My son's XL-70 has that plug size. I do have an
adaptor that was welded. You can borrow it if need be.
John

Aaron Ness wrote:

> Have you tried to screw the gauge into the head yet?  My Honda CX500 I
> recently got rid of had 12mm spark plug holes, and I was unable to find
> anyone who could sell me an adapter for my gauge to fit.
>
> Aaron
> '82 Scirocco
> '70 Beetle
> '87 Jeep Cherokee 4.0
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-scirocco-l@scirocco.org
> > [mailto:owner-scirocco-l@scirocco.org]On Behalf Of Brad Sterling
> > Sent: Monday, February 26, 2001 7:21 AM
> > To: Scirocco List
> > Subject: [Tech, not specifically Roc]Running a compression test
> >
> >
> > Hi all,
> >
> >       A general tech question for you all...
> >
> >       I bought a compression gauge and want to test my
> > motorcycle.  Of course,
> > the stupid instruction sheet was glued into the plastic
> > bubble, packaging
> > thing the gauge came in.  Since they are now destroyed, I
> > want to make sure
> > I'm doing this right.  Basically, I believe the steps are warm up the
> > engine, remove the spark plug wires from all plugs, remove
> > one spark plug,
> > insert gauge, hit the starter for 3-4 cycles, replace spark
> > plug, and then
> > repeat for remaining plugs.  Is this right?  Any tips, hints,
> > or warnings
> > would be appreciated.
> >
> > - Brad
> > '86.5 Volkswagen Scirocco 16v
> > '76 International Scout II
> >
> >
> >
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