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Engine Compression

Check compression pressure with engine warm, spark plugs removed, throttle valve wide open, and at cranking speed. Minimum compression pressure should be 100 psi, with a maximum variation of 25 psi between cylinders.

ENGINE COMPRESSION

Application Specification
Compression Ratio 8.4:1
Recommended Fuel Unleaded (87 AKI Minimum)
VALVE CLEARANCE VALVE CLEARANCE

Application Clearance (Hot)
Intake .008-.012"
Exhaust .016"-.020"