What Compression Tester to Buy?

[cicho69]

Any recommendations on what compression tester to buy?

 

[bob15]

When it comes to diagnostic tools, I always believe you pay for what you get. I would buy something like this:

EEPV500, Set, Automotive Compression Gauge

Or maybe e-bay # 261131120139 (or something similar)


bob

 

[FATGUY]

Like any other tool that you need to depend on, buy the best one you can afford. I went through a couple before I finally broke down and bought a used Snap-On from Ebay. Lots of guys, however, had better luck with the cheaper ones. My experience has been that the cheaper ones do fine up to about 160 PSI or so, after that, their readings become suspect.

 

[lone wolf]

Thats like the one I have had for years now and works flawless.

EEPV500, Set, Automotive Compression Gauge

 

[leeha]

You always get what you pay for.
Buy a good one. I have a Snap On and
it works great. Very similar to one
posted above.




Lee

 

[Guido Salvage]

It all depends on your needs and budget. If it is a tool that will be used frequently and accuracy is required, go with the best. If it is something you will use a couple of times a year to check a saw with, you can probably get by with a cheaper version.

 

[ResQGreen]

after people praising the cheap ones on Amazon, you find the one or two reviews that tell the truth about how they suck. One gent said he broke down and spent double on the craftsman. I took that to heart and bought the Craftsman right off the bat. I have nothing to compare it to, but it seems to work well, comes with a nice case with all the bells and whistles for a reasonable price.

 

[LowVolt]

Craftsman/Mityvac

I have this kit and it is VERY nice. It is a craftsman labeled Mityvac.

Craftsman Compression Test Kit - Tools - Mechanics & Auto Tools - Diagnostic Tools & Testers

 

[ResQGreen]

I have this kit and it is VERY nice. It is a craftsman labeled Mityvac.

Craftsman Compression Test Kit - Tools - Mechanics & Auto Tools - Diagnostic Tools & Testers

That's the one I have, it's nice. And you can always find a sears promo code that get's you something off a $50 or more purchase.

 

[cedarshark]

after people praising the cheap ones on Amazon, you find the one or two reviews that tell the truth about how they suck. One gent said he broke down and spent double on the craftsman. I took that to heart and bought the Craftsman right off the bat. I have nothing to compare it to, but it seems to work well, comes with a nice case with all the bells and whistles for a reasonable price.

+1...been using a Craftsman for over 6 years w/o a problem.