HELP! Irvine .40 MKII really low compression
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I just got what appears to be an unrun engine, but the comp is really low. Its a ringed engine. Glow plug is tight. Its been a long time since I had a ring engine. Are they supposed to be like this?
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A little oil should bring it up to par, then a little running will make it great. It's very likely a Dykes ring and will always feel soft on compression.
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