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I think it´s losing compression

Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 1:03 pm
by snikro
I posted this youtube video a while ago of me trying to start the aero with a jump - whenever I start it I have to crank it over A LOT like that (a few minutes) before it´ll finally catch and start. (and I jump it every time from a charger because the battery is ****). Today a guy leaves a comment saying that I might need new piston and rings - doesn´t that and hard starting mean low compression? That might solve a few problems... tell me what you think

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahsOvTozdCo#GU5U2spHI_4

Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 3:11 pm
by burnt_toast
Why dont you just check the compression and know for sure, instead of second guessing it?

Compression tester at harbor freight = $10

Satisfaction of knowing your engine's internal condition = priceless lol

Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 5:27 pm
by snikro
Lol good idea, it´s just that I´m away right now and can´t work on the scooter, so all I can do is brainstorm stuff xD