2000 Dodge Stratus strange compression readings

129,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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IRONMAN9862
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timing belt broke two years ago and it has been sitting since. I recently aquired the car and put new belt water pump and both idlers on front of motor. Havent put other belts on till i hear it run.As it cranks over sounds like starter is dragging but had it checked and it tested good. Anyway it doesnt start so i check spark and it looks good and i have fuel at rail so i check compression, all holes at least once show over 100 psi but most times only 10 psi what could be going on. i would think if i get over 100 psi i sholldnt have bent valves but i am at a loss of thought. Really dont wanna pull head if i dont have to. Any help would be great.
Sep 14, 2010 at 3:25 PM
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MADMIKE1735
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is this a 2.0 or a 2.4??? also, if it shows 10psi most times, then 100psi, pistons may have hit the valves... before i go researching, correct me with the engine size so i can verify if its an interferance engine.
Sep 14, 2010 at 3:48 PM
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