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Pilotdave · 07-10-2011, 08:50 PM

I've decided to acquire some basic testing equipment.... would like to start with a cylinder leak down test kit. I don't need the best quality (i.e., Snap-on), but I've read enough reviews to understand that some of the kits out there are a waste of money. Can you folks suggest a decent quality kit and/or source for same? Thanks much!

Gerard · 07-10-2011, 09:49 PM

For a leak tester : try Aircraft Spruce & Quality in Fullerton . For a compression tester just go to NAPA

John S · 07-11-2011, 06:14 AM

I've had a Milton brand #1257 leak down tester for years. Maybe not the best made, but they work. And you can order one from any parts store that sells Milton air proudcts.https://www.miltonindustries.com/upl...Form_8X308.pdf

Patrick L. · 07-11-2011, 08:13 AM

I made one years ago from/with just a gauge and regulator.. Then just listen for the leak[s]..

Pilotdave · 07-11-2011, 11:18 AM

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Thanks for the suggestions, guys.

07-10-2011, 09:49 PM	#2
Gerard Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Creston Canada BC Posts: 609	Re: Source for Test Equipment For a leak tester : try Aircraft Spruce & Quality in Fullerton . For a compression tester just go to NAPA

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John S Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Ellis County, Texas Posts: 337	Re: Source for Test Equipment I've had a Milton brand #1257 leak down tester for years. Maybe not the best made, but they work. And you can order one from any parts store that sells Milton air proudcts.https://www.miltonindustries.com/upl...Form_8X308.pdf __________________ John _________________________________ http://www.dmafc.com/ Last edited by John S; 07-11-2011 at 06:24 AM.

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Patrick L. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Largo Florida Posts: 7,225	Re: Source for Test Equipment I made one years ago from/with just a gauge and regulator.. Then just listen for the leak[s]..

07-11-2011, 11:18 AM	#5
Pilotdave Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Grafton, MA Posts: 1,273	Re: Source for Test Equipment Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Thanks for the suggestions, guys.

07-10-2011, 08:50 PM	#1
Pilotdave Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Grafton, MA Posts: 1,273	Source for Test Equipment I've decided to acquire some basic testing equipment.... would like to start with a cylinder leak down test kit. I don't need the best quality (i.e., Snap-on), but I've read enough reviews to understand that some of the kits out there are a waste of money. Can you folks suggest a decent quality kit and/or source for same? Thanks much!