The leakdown tester is less common, and you need to get a good one to do the test properly. A compression test is to determine how much pressure the engine makes, and a leakdown test measures its ...

Compression test kits do just what they say: measure the ability of each cylinder of your engine to combust the fuel/air mixture without losing any of the resulting energy.

A compression test reveals the condition of your engine's valves, its valve seats, and piston rings and whether these parts are wearing evenly.

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With a simple diesel engine compression test, it is possible to spot compression problems before they get worse. Here’s information on these tests and how to decide if it is time to perform one.

We take a close look at what engine compression means, what it does, and how to test it.

Is your engine underperforming? Our expert shares how a diesel engine compression test could provide the diagnosis.

A compression test is a simple way of showing how well your car engine’s pistons are sealing.

A compression test is a simple way of showing how well your car engine’s pistons are sealing.

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If you need an engine for your regular vehicle or a hobby project, a good way to save some cash is buying used. There are things you should know first, though.