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Old 10-16-2009, 08:16 PM
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Hi there...I just put on a new head gasket, lapped the valves, checked the valvet to tappet clearances and decarboned the head. I then did a dry compression test (wish I had done one before) to see where I stood. Compression was just around 120 psi. My question is, what should a normal or acceptable compression reading be on this 7hp kohler. It sure does seem more "energetic" after doing this little tune-up!!!! Thanks in advance,
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Old 10-17-2009, 10:49 PM
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Doesn't anyone know what a good compression reading would be on my 7hp kohler? I searched the internet without much luck. Thanks,
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Old 10-17-2009, 11:31 PM
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120 psi sounds pretty good to me.
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The manual says 110-120 psi.
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jfinney,

Just out of curiosity, how did you check your compression?
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Thanks guys. Tater, which manual did you find the 110-120 range in? Yosemite Sam, I took out the plug, put the compression gauge over the hole, put the engine at full throttle and cranked it over with the ignition. Did I do it incorrectly? I was borrowing my neighbors guage and that is what he told me to do. Thanks for the insight. Jason
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From my experience you were correct in the way you checked your compression. Just make sure the throttle and choke were open and you turned the engine over at least 4 revolutions.
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J Finney: The compression pressure reading of 110-120 PSI is found under Specifications on page 4 of IH GSS-1292, International Cub Cadet Engine Service Manual.

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