2000 Daewoo Lanos engine compression

2000 DAEWOO LANOS
26,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DANEOK
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this car recently had the head replaced due to meltdown of cam journals. someone else done the work and now the car wont run. timing marks are lined up. i did a compression test and came up with a range of 50 to 60 lbs. is that too low?
Aug 5, 2008 at 7:20 PM
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BLACKOP555
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thats a bit low should be in the 80s at least.

ill have to get back on the specs with that.

you getting spark and fuel?
Aug 5, 2008 at 9:27 PM
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