Compression test=Rocket science?

[airforcekid]

So I bought a compression tester, and the hose is loose where it connects to the threaded adapter. What I mean is that I can hold the adapter and spin the hose, so how would I get it out if I threaded it into my cylinder head?

[zoom zoom]

mine has a hex head on the reducer, same size as a small spark plug...makes it easy to get it back out if it does come unscrewed on you.

[bravekozak]

Would you prefer the old compression testers, that had a conical rubber that you had to press into the spark plug hole with all your might while another person cranked the engine?

[airforcekid]

Haha opposed to possibly getting a newer one stuck in my head, possibly hmmmmmm

[airforcekid]

Im talking about the connector attached to the hose. No way I could get a wrench or socket on it.

[purg3d]

You won't need to thread the connector too far. When you feel resistance as you spin the hose, it's in far enough. Cross-threading would be my main concern here. Just go slow and you'll be fine.

[airforcekid]

^ That's also a problem, its like the threaded end has a bearing in it, it spins so how could I even tighten it in the first place? Must be a defect?

[purg3d]

If the connector isn't threaded to the hose, or have a 'quick connect' fitting, then I'm not familiar with it, sorry. Where did you purchase it? Got a picture or link for reference?

[airforcekid]

http://m1289.photobucket.com/albumview/albums/airforcekid1/Mobile%20Uploads/Resampled_2013-03-02_21-05-49_750_zpsccdaef45.jpg.html?o=0&newest=1

If I hold onto the part that threads into the spark plug threads. I can spin the hose. So its useless. Lol

[airforcekid]

Bought it at oriellys

[bottledgt]

never seen one that way. it should be tight. take it back andget another

[airforcekid]

I will probably do that, but maybe I'll jb it or solder it together.

[georgeb]

That end is not supposed to spin. Take it back.