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Old 04-24-2021, 06:43 AM   #1
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Cranking compression figures on SS

Hello there everyone, I've searched the internet but found no real info on how many psi should the gauge read on the 6.2 LT1 engine when cranking? Car is a 2016 2ss with 10k miles on the clock. Thanks
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Old 04-24-2021, 07:00 AM   #2
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mine showed 273 lb
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Old 04-24-2021, 07:39 AM   #3
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mine showed 273 lb
Did u get the samn reading on all 8 cyl? Was it cold cranking or operating temps
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i only tested 2 cylinders. car was stone cold after sitting 2 weeks.
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mine showed 273 lb
is this the same as 273 PSI? we don't use this kind of readings @ here ))
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checked again today. different gauge but cylinders varied 265-270 lb. cold engine, no plugs in. car has been sitting since monday morning.
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