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Low Compression?

Tiny
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I noticed your other post about the oil spraying all over the engine. I would do a compression test. You should have 101psi minimum for that engine.
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Tiny
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What should I do if it isn't that psi?
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Tiny
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That would mean you need a valve job, lifters and maybe a new camshaft. Upper engine rebuild.
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Tiny
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Sorry, left some items out. It could be just the head gaskets. It could also be the piston rings and/or the pistons, cylinder walls.
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