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Re: Too high compression?
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 4/8/2002

Sure, but coolant should be evident on the compression tester, spark plugs if it was in the cylinders causing the rise in compression just before or during the compression test. Check for a misfire on cold start or remove plugs and crank the engine over. Login to read more.