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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 03:07 PM
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Self compression check

Does anybody know of a decent compression tester that preferably cheap, and also a guide on how to do it I have basic knowledge of engine but none of rotary engines but I'm excited to learn thanks
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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 03:12 PM
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hi there, you can get a rough idea with a basic tester with the valve removed so you can see the needle bounce for each rotor face...

BUT, it needs a proper test really as its tested with the cranking RPM aswell,
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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 03:49 PM
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Aghhhhh cool I will get a proper test done I'm just more curious how to I enjoy learning lol any idea of a decent tester??
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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 04:28 PM
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Here is a link to a nice write up by Lucky Kid.

https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-tec...n-test-244299/
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Old Jun 19, 2013 | 02:05 AM
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