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Re: Leak Down test explained?

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Originally posted by dhaines
Can someone describe to me how the leak down test works for diagnosing valve guide wear? How exactly does it work.


thanks!!
I don't see how it could diagnose valve guide wear. When the valve is closed nothing is going to leak through a valve guide.
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