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by revlis240
27 Oct 2016, 11:06
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: Compression issues after head replacement - desperate help...
Replies: 5
Views: 3469

Re: Compression issues after head replacement - desperate help...

With the cams removed I used the starter to turn the engine a few revolutions. Wouldn't that compress the air already in the Cylinder and give me a compression reading?
by revlis240
26 Oct 2016, 00:29
Forum: Volvo S40 & V40 2000-2004
Topic: Compression issues after head replacement - desperate help...
Replies: 5
Views: 3469

Compression issues after head replacement - desperate help...

Hey guys, I am losing my mind on this. I had a small leak in the head gasket (it would leak coolant into the cylinder overnight) so I sent the car to a shop to have the job done. Long story short, they were taking far too long so I decided to get the car back to my garage to get it done. I ordered a...