Quoting RandalPark@xxxxxxx:
> I am not going to disagree with this, but have not really experienced this
> problem as a result soley of low compression. I have three cars with very
> worn, somewhat low-on-compression engines. I did have lots of trouble getting
> them started, but that went away when I replaced the spark plugs. The biggest
> problem that I have had with worn out cars is fouled spark plugs. The more
....
>
> I think low compression is a more serious problem with diesel powered cars.
> If a diesel car is low on compression it won't start.
Low compression may also mean more strain on the starter and/or lower cranking
speed, even though this may be counter intuitive.
Yes, reduced cranking compression in a diesel means harder to initiate the
"compression-ignition" process. Especially when cold.
D^2
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