Any recommendations on a good compression testing tool? and where to buy? I was 100% sure the Repco ones would fit without some sort of adapter? Thanks
I have a simple sp tester from autobarn. If you have and air compressor I would recommend a cylinder leakage tester. Allows a more thorough testing.
I have an expensive ABW one and a cheap one that came free with some other tools. Both read the same. Something like this http://www.transquip.com.au/products/SP66024-SP-Tools-Unique-Compression-Test-Kit-Below-Cost..html will work perfectly well
How good a compression tester you get will be proportional to your budget. They are a very handy tool to have & if you purchase a good quality gauge & look after it, it will last a lifetime. Too many times members have posted disappointing compression test results looking for answers or guidance & one of the first questions asked in response is "How accurate is your gauge?" There are two types of gauges, analogue & digital. If you opt for an analogue gauge, the larger the gauge face the better, the readings are easier to see & are likely to be more accurate.
I wouldn't use one that relies on a rubber plug like that, they're a pain. The Repco kits have an adaptor that fits the VG.
Always hated that a pressure tester semi relies on how cranking the engine exactly the same amount of times per cylinder and making sure the battery has the same charge level each time. A cheap leak down tester paired with a compressor will give much more and accurate readings.
Thanks for the comments, I wasn't sure I could buy one from Repco as they don't appear to come with a 16mm adapter? or am I missing something here? Plan to get a leak down tester soon one I've sorted a compressor