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Old November 9th 06, 12:59 AM posted to rec.aviation.owning
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B A R R Y wrote:


AFAIK, Compression tests are performed with the valves closed and the
cylinder at full compression, where a reading is taken, and possibly
watched for leakage (a diminishing reading).


There is always leakage. Unless you have a cylinder that is showing
80/80 which in my opinion is cause for alarm in itself.