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hayjoesam

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Hello, I've been trying to get my 2.25 petrol engine running sweet. However when using a strobe to check the timing, it will only run when advanced past the timing marks. Ive fitted an electronic ignition and a new distributor as well as a new coil. I put the advanced timing down to better fuel and the refreshed ignition system.

I put the compression tester on just for peace of mind.

Cylinder 1 50 psi
Cylinder 2 50 psi
Cylinder 3 50 psi
Cylinder 4 0 psi.

So with all the above information where to start.
 
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tottot said:
A psi of 50 on first stroke is not great and zero is well bad. How did you conduct the test. Run us through how you did it.
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All spark plugs removed, compression tester screwed into spark plug hole. No choke and wide open throttle.
 
Turned over with starter? And did you not get any improvement after 3/4 strokes?
As lynal above and/or valve seals gone walkabout.
 
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Book values are 145psi for 7:1 and 160 psi for 8:1 head, 50 seems well low but it’s consistent in 3 anyway I would guess your tester not reading correct too.
If you have a cracked valve seat , these can be replaced to suit unleaded petrol
 
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steve2286w said:
Book values are 145psi for 7:1 and 160 psi for 8:1 head, 50 seems well low but it’s consistent in 3 anyway I would guess your tester not reading correct too.
If you have a cracked valve seat , these can be replaced to suit unleaded petrol
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what is the best way to tell if its the higher compression head? I can't make out if there is a 8 on the head. The push rods measure 182mm
 
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series 2a cylinder head

Good afternoon folks. I am after some advice and assistance regarding the cylinder head. I currently have an old series 2a early/mid 60's 2.25 petrol engine with the compression ratio 7:1, thats going by the casting number on the head. The head is knackered and i have to replace it. I have...
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