Compression
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Compression
Hi All, I've just bought a 1953 AJS 16MS and I'm finding my way round the bike. I've just done a cold compression test, and I'm getting about 100PSI. Does this sound about right? Also, can anyone recommend the right engine and gearbox oil. Many thanks in advance.
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Re: Compression
Compression sounds OK. You'll find all you need to know in the manual Here:
http://archives.jampot.dk/book/Owners_m ... ingles.pdf
Cheers Dave.
http://archives.jampot.dk/book/Owners_m ... ingles.pdf
Cheers Dave.
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Re: Compression
Welcome Pastie,
I've been using Halfords Classic 20W-50 for both in mine, as I believe many do, and it seems to have been OK. I do change the oil quite regularly (~1500 miles).
Whether it is absolutely the right oil to use is of course I suspect a subject for great debate but at least it is very easy to get hold of!
Alan
I've been using Halfords Classic 20W-50 for both in mine, as I believe many do, and it seems to have been OK. I do change the oil quite regularly (~1500 miles).
Whether it is absolutely the right oil to use is of course I suspect a subject for great debate but at least it is very easy to get hold of!
Alan
1953 AJS 16MS, 1939 BSA 250 and a 1/3 scale Sopwith Triplane but that's another story .....
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Re: Compression
Hi Group Leader & Dave. Many thanks for the advice and for the link. I'm sure I'll be back for more guidance!
Thanks again.
Thanks again.
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Re: Compression
Now for the great oil debate, straight SAE for singles and multigrade for twins. I'll duck down now!
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Not to mention Cheap Inspector Turner of the adverts police.
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Re: Compression
I use multi in my twin and in my friends single. No reason not to.
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Not what the guys at Castrol will tell you.bob121 wrote:I use multi in my twin and in my friends single. No reason not to.