1964 Johnson 90hp V4 Meteor rebuild question

[roscottjr]

I have a 1964 Johnson Meteor 90hp V4 model number V4ML-10R. The engine runs great. I just did a compression test and the good news is all cylinders tested the same plus or minus about 1 psi. The bad news is that the compression is only 37psi. Can I get by with replaceing the rings and head gaskets or will I need to do more? Also, does anyone know the part numbers for the rings? I also did a leak down test and it goes from 37 to 0 in about 4 seconds.

I also have a 1971 Evinrude 60hp Triumph that tested the same only with 26psi. Will rings and head gaskets take care of this one?

Thanks
Robert

 

[jimmbo]

Re: 1964 Johnson 90hp V4 Meteor rebuild question

I would try a different compression gauge before tearing the engine apart.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 1964 Johnson 90hp V4 Meteor rebuild question

can't answer your question till you get inside and see whats there.

 

[roscottjr]

Re: 1964 Johnson 90hp V4 Meteor rebuild question

I am going to invest in a new compression tester before doing anything due to the fact that the engine runs great. I just cant bring myself to believe my compression test was accurate.

Question about these forums, How do I get it to send me an email when someone replies? I thought I had it setup like that but it only sends me an email when I reply to my own post.

Robert