Turbo idi compression check

[gjabrown]

Have purchased a rolled '94 turbo idi truck to recover the engine and transmission/transfer case for another truck and want to do a compression check before pulling the engine to see whether it will require top end work or a rebuild before being able to use it. Have removed the air intake/cleaner assembly but it doesn't appear possible to get at some of the glow plugs to remove them to use the compression guage without removing some of the fuel injection plumbing and the turbo assembly. Can anyone advise?

 

['94IDITurbo7.3]

all the plugs can be pulled out and re-installed without touching the turbo or fuel injection lines. it is TIGHT but can be done.

 

[icanfixall]

It is a tight fit back under the turbo but guys do it all the time with a 1/4 inch drive socket set.

 

[GOOSE]

It is a tight fit back under the turbo but guys do it all the time with a 1/4 inch drive socket set.

and swivel joints.

 

[gjabrown]

If getting the glow plugs out without removing the fuel lines or the turbo is tight, is it possible to get the compression checker in and hooked up?

 

[towcat]

If getting the glow plugs out without removing the fuel lines or the turbo is tight, is it possible to get the compression checker in and hooked up?

yes.
with a very healthy dose of patience.

 

[Dsl_Dog_Treat]

yes.
with a very healthy dose of patience.

And thick skinned knuckles!

 

[dgr]

And a flat bladed screwdriver to lift the ring on the quick connect while pushing down on the adapter. And with your third hand ....