Notices
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel  
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: DP Tuner

7.3 Compression check

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 13, 2012 | 01:27 PM
  #1  
MauleOne's Avatar
MauleOne
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 610
Likes: 0
From: Sequim. WA
7.3 Compression check

What is the best way to do a compression check. Do I need to pull the glow plugs? It kind of looks that way.

I am having so many problems with the way my engine runs that I am going back to the basics with compression check and fuel pressure check being the first things on my list.
 
Reply
Old Dec 13, 2012 | 01:46 PM
  #2  
PaysonPSD's Avatar
PaysonPSD
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 9,549
Likes: 14
From: Payson, AZ
Originally Posted by MauleOne
What is the best way to do a compression check. Do I need to pull the glow plugs? It kind of looks that way.

I am having so many problems with the way my engine runs that I am going back to the basics with compression check and fuel pressure check being the first things on my list.
You are right. GP hole for testing compression.

Some info from PSN for GP hole adapter.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
JHoffman93
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
22
Jul 25, 2014 10:50 PM
maxride
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
15
Dec 14, 2011 10:50 PM
dieselaholic
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
1
Jul 13, 2011 12:52 AM
showbizfcb
1983 - 2012 Ranger & B-Series
3
Jun 5, 2007 05:53 PM
mikerc
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
1
Mar 23, 2004 09:29 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:11 AM.

story-0
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-6
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-7
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-8
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE