Originally posted by ShadowHawk
Other then turning the flywheel by hand, what are some other signs of compression drop?? I can't really tell for sure what the compression should feel like when turning the flywheel so I'm not sure if it is loosing any or not.....Are there any serverly noticeable changes in the engine that tells you that it is loosing compression and is about to fail?
your best bet is to buy a compression gauge (both dynamite and hobbico make them) and check your compression. Take note of what it is, and monitor that as you run more and more fuel through the engine.
You really should keep a notepad handy when you run your car. Keep track of carb settings, suspension geometry changes, engine temp, compression (both cold and warm), weather (not just temp but humidity and pressure), etc.
I gurantee that if you keep good, clearly organized notes about how the car ran in different weather and different carb settings and such you will get a VERY good feel for your car in a hurry.