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{{Note1}}While buying an engine that cannot be started is not the best plan, sometimes this may be the best available option. In that case, plan on doing at least a leak down test. This does not require the engine to be started or even cranked over like when doing a compression test. However, it does require a compressor, a leak down tester and tools to remove the spark plugs and to turn the engine over to TDC for each cylinder. | {{Note1}}While buying an engine that cannot be started is not the best plan, sometimes this may be the best available option. In that case, plan on doing at least a leak down test. This does not require the engine to be started or even cranked over like when doing a compression test. However, it does require a compressor, a leak down tester and tools to remove the spark plugs and to turn the engine over to TDC for each cylinder. | ||
| − | Info on leak down testing including a link to an article on doing a proper leak down test can be seen [ | + | Info on leak down testing including a link to an article on doing a proper leak down test can be seen [http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/Leakdown_tester_homemade_engine_cylinder_troubleshooting_tool '''here''']. |
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