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Compression Q

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First off its a 12:1 compression motor, does anyone know how much compression I should be looking for in each cylinder? Or does anyone with a similiar comp. ratio have their numbers? thanks a lot

Greg
 
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86bluecobra

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honestly the psi of each cylinder has a lot to due with cam specs. if your came has a lot of duration the psi will be down.
 

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thanks 86cobra, so if its pretty consistent I should be alright?
 
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yep thats basically what you are looking for.
 
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