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what compression gauge do you guys use?

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gnx547

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Whats a good compression gauge to use? What do you guys use?
 

HISSIN50

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Do you mean style or brand?
 

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brand
 
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harbor freight $7 special.
 

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I use an old Actron. Since it's more about relative numbers, it probably doesnt matter much as long as the gauge is consistant.
 

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I use an Equus screw in. Works fine.
 

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Craftsman.
 
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I bought one from walmart and works just fine
 

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Are any of ya old enough to have a tester that has a rubber bootie that sits against the plug hole (instead of screwing in)? Talk about consistancy.
 
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