1991 Other Peugeot Models compression test reading

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MCGRAW
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1991 Other Peugeot Models 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual

hi,im new to this site so bear with me,i have a talbot express 2.0 petrol camper van1991, i have a miss on the engine on idle,i have just bought a compression tester to check the engine, but dont know what the compression range should be i have changed all the electrics.cleaned out the carb ect,done the timing,so now i will look at a burnt valve,can any one give me any info on the compression readings,thanks barry.
Sep 14, 2009 at 8:18 AM
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optimum reading is 150psi .. anything between 100 and 150 is ok the higher the better ... anything below 100 and it needs investigating ..
Sep 15, 2009 at 6:06 AM
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hi dave,thanks for your reply,now i know where im goin,been in hospital for an op so hope to do the test in a few days,,thanks again,mcgraw
Sep 15, 2009 at 9:47 AM
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no problem, let us know if you need any more information !!
Sep 16, 2009 at 4:09 AM