# \#compression **URL:** https://turborenault.co.uk/tag/compression/105.md [Latest](https://turborenault.co.uk/latest.md) · [Categories](https://turborenault.co.uk/categories.md) · [Tags](https://turborenault.co.uk/tags.md) --- ## [Exhaust spring compression](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/exhaust-spring-compression/60064)
**Author:** [@LH16v](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/LH16v)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2023, 5:42pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/exhaust-spring-compression/60064 "2023-09-27T17:42:27Z")
Hi all, Need a bit of help. Had an exhaust leak so took the downpipe off from the manifold. Found a 2nd hand manifold in a scrapyard. Bought new springs and bolts. When going to put it all back the springs are too long… --- ## [High comp R21T engine?](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/high-comp-r21t-engine/58591)
**Author:** [@sAs](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/sAs)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 4:35pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/high-comp-r21t-engine/58591 "2019-11-16T16:35:23Z")
Hi. Has anyone built a high compression engine for a 21T? My goal is just over 200-225bhp and low lag. The engine is completely in bits so now would be a good time to change things around. An engine builder I spoke to … --- ## [Compression height of standard gtt piston.](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-height-of-standard-gtt-piston/33598)
**Author:** [@ReidarUF](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/ReidarUF)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2018, 3:25pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-height-of-standard-gtt-piston/33598 "2018-07-26T15:25:49Z")
Would anyone have info of the compression height and the height of that slightly raised area of the standard gtt piston? Also the distance between the edge of the piston and the highest piston ring grove is interresting… --- ## [Compression.](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression/14636)
**Author:** [@andybond](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/andybond)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2015, 7:57pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression/14636 "2015-05-04T19:57:06Z")
What did Renault do to drop the compression ? --- ## [De Compression Plates](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/de-compression-plates/30309)
**Author:** [@Ridgeback](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Ridgeback)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2012, 12:15am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/de-compression-plates/30309 "2012-02-05T00:15:03Z")
Has anyone got a view on these, as they seem to throw up huge pro’s and con’s debates.I’ve read about it being a bodge,whilst others have run huge boost through them for '000’s of miles with no problem whatsoever. --- ## [Is it possible to compression test an engine out of car?](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/is-it-possible-to-compression-test-an-engine-out-of-car/28770)
**Author:** [@Gentle\_Ben](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Gentle_Ben)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2011, 2:39am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/is-it-possible-to-compression-test-an-engine-out-of-car/28770 "2011-03-14T02:39:57Z")
Could be a daft question but I could really do with compression testing the replacement engine I’ve bought for the Vectra. I’ve looked at a couple of kits, but the all seem to require the engine to be turned over on the… --- ## [compression](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression/28731)
**Author:** [@tucky](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/tucky)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2011, 1:06am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression/28731 "2011-02-26T01:06:44Z")
i compression tested my f7p ,what should it it read ? --- ## [compression???](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression/9919)
**Author:** [@dansam](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/dansam)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2010, 11:16am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression/9919 "2010-11-07T11:16:12Z")
Right did a compression test today so can anyone tell me what the tollerances for compression between each cylinder?? --- ## [compression test](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-test/27755)
**Author:** [@podd](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/podd)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2010, 10:05pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-test/27755 "2010-08-13T22:05:41Z")
can anyone tell me if these compression test results are normal dry test no 1=176 no2=174 no3=188 no4=180 wet test no1=188 no2=180 no3=194 no4=192 i think m… --- ## [compression test](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-test/24561)
**Author:** [@bidderman1969](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/bidderman1969)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2009, 5:29pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-test/24561 "2009-03-05T17:29:03Z")
anyone got the tools for doing one for us? i can drive to you, just need to confirm something, lol --- ## [Compression testing](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-testing/58261)
**Author:** [@system](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2009, 10:31am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-testing/58261 "2009-01-14T10:31:39Z")
Going to be re-assembling my williams engine soon and get the hybrid on the road. Is there a way to make sure the compression readings will be good or will i only be able to find out once the engines back together? Ther… --- ## [H Compression Pistons](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/h-compression-pistons/53238)
**Author:** [@system](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2008, 1:03am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/h-compression-pistons/53238 "2008-12-12T01:03:43Z")
Seen alot of people use these. Can i ask what they do? yes raise compression whats the advantage --- ## [high compression pistons...](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/high-compression-pistons/51116)
**Author:** [@system](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2008, 9:00pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/high-compression-pistons/51116 "2008-09-28T21:00:12Z")
as above for my F7P. just on the off chance, seeing i have it half dismanteled at the moment. what you got? --- ## [Sort of new....need some help with compression test on 16v?](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/sort-of-new-need-some-help-with-compression-test-on-16v/45607)
**Author:** [@system](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2008, 9:25pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/sort-of-new-need-some-help-with-compression-test-on-16v/45607 "2008-05-01T21:25:14Z")
Hey all - I’m a new member on here; but am fairly experienced with car forums in general… My girlfriend owns a 1992 1.8 16v clio, and is having some major problems with it. I own a BMW and have found the beemer forum I … --- ## [compression test](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-test/56842)
**Author:** [@system](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2008, 4:30pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-test/56842 "2008-04-13T16:30:41Z")
just done a compression on my valer and all four borse were at 180 is that good or bad as its only done 72400 miles --- ## [Compression](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression/21615)
**Author:** [@razzacom](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/razzacom)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2008, 3:33pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression/21615 "2008-04-10T15:33:10Z")
Hi all. I have successfully rebuilt the top end of my engine following a cambelt snap. It is all running smoothly and has been for about a month (thanks to the help on this forum). I thought that I would give it a quick… --- ## [compression problem on williams convert](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-problem-on-williams-convert/21568)
**Author:** [@d1mma](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/d1mma)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2008, 1:02pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-problem-on-williams-convert/21568 "2008-04-06T13:02:26Z")
Hi I was just wondering if you know how to fix the compression problem that I have,I have just put the williams bottom end on my clio with the 1.8 16v head. I have put the williams cams in it as well,i have tried to sta… --- ## [Valve timing/ compression](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/valve-timing-compression/56773)
**Author:** [@system](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2008, 8:51pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/valve-timing-compression/56773 "2008-04-02T20:51:14Z")
Can anyone please advise how you check the valve timing on a 1.8 16v clio? It’s a 1992 model; and has just had the engine replaced - but is lacking power when you open the throttle fully; you get the deep induction noise… --- ## [My t2 turbo with t25 compression wheel on e-Bay](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/my-t2-turbo-with-t25-compression-wheel-on-e-bay/45130)
**Author:** [@system](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2008, 11:33pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/my-t2-turbo-with-t25-compression-wheel-on-e-bay/45130 "2008-03-24T23:33:34Z")
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130206945417 --- ## [fuel pump relay/fuse compression test](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/fuel-pump-relay-fuse-compression-test/6812)
**Author:** [@system](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2008, 6:24pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/fuel-pump-relay-fuse-compression-test/6812 "2008-03-13T18:24:37Z")
Hi all, Anyone no where the fuel pump relay or fuse is?? Need to do a compression test but dont want any fuel going in and flood it!! Also does the engine need to be warm or cold to do a compression test. I was told co… --- ## [losing compression](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/losing-compression/20160)
**Author:** [@F7R-R5](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/F7R-R5)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2007, 7:11pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/losing-compression/20160 "2007-11-23T19:11:10Z")
im wondering of any 1 has any ideas, i keep losing compression on cylinders 1 and 2, more on number 1, i’ve checked all the stuff i can, i even thought about it being bore wash from the chipped ecu but have tryed another… --- ## [compression and skimming tolerances](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-and-skimming-tolerances/56065)
**Author:** [@system](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2007, 8:26pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/compression-and-skimming-tolerances/56065 "2007-11-22T20:26:18Z")
Does anyone know the standard compression ratio for these cars and the skimming tolerances for the head as i got a recond head when i bought th car(look brand new) and has had a skim but i dont no wheather it is skimmed …