30-06-2022, 05:43 AM
When I purchased my 1937 Ruby with standard high compression head 18 months ago, compression readings were:
No 1 to 3 cylinders 100-102 psi
No 4 cylinder 80 psi.
I ground the valves on No 4 cylinder and compression improved to 100 psi.
All good.
Today, with 200 miles clocked up since the valve grind on No 4, the pressure on No 4 has risen to 110 psi!
Compression on cylinders 1 to 3 remains at 100-102 psi!
What could explain the increase in pressure on only No 4 cylinder ? Could it be carbon buildup?
I would be interested in reading any experience relating to this.
P.S. All compression testing was done on cold engine with throttle fully open.
No 1 to 3 cylinders 100-102 psi
No 4 cylinder 80 psi.
I ground the valves on No 4 cylinder and compression improved to 100 psi.
All good.
Today, with 200 miles clocked up since the valve grind on No 4, the pressure on No 4 has risen to 110 psi!
Compression on cylinders 1 to 3 remains at 100-102 psi!
What could explain the increase in pressure on only No 4 cylinder ? Could it be carbon buildup?
I would be interested in reading any experience relating to this.
P.S. All compression testing was done on cold engine with throttle fully open.