engine flooded after leak down test
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2 hours ago
Hello.
After a routine differential compression test (leak down) the engine was completely flooded.
before the test the engine started and operate nominal
I was forced to remove the spark plugs and rotate the shaft with the starter motor for around 5-10s to clear. Puffs of fuel were visible from the spark plug holes. After this operation the engine started.
It is normal to find the engine so flooded after a routine leak down check?
PS. I didn't close the fuel shut off but that's not part of the procedure.
Thank you
