Cylinder head problem

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spanish singer
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Model: Excel
Colour: Blue
Year: 1984
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Cylinder head problem

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This is a continuation from my "New Owner" thread. The start of the story can be read there. :D

I have now refitted the timing belt correctly to the engine. Have checked the valve clearances and all are good. I now need to find a compession tester so that I can check the compression on each cylinder. Once I have done that I will know if any damage has been done to the valves.

Paul.

spanish singer
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Posts: 39
Joined: Sat Jan 11, 2014 16:37
Model: Excel
Colour: Blue
Year: 1984
Location: Costa Blanca, Spain

Re: Cylinder head problem

Post by spanish singer »

Have just been able to do a compression test and all is well, I got exactly the same pressure on all four cylinders :D
The stater motor would only turn the engine over slowly so the pressure Reading was not very high but at least I know that there arent any bent valves :D :D
Have pulled the starter motor off and will get it rebuilt.
Seems like Ive been lucky after all and simply turning it over on the key hasnt damaged anything.

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