Good morning.
25 is very low. That is your issue. The question is why.
A burned valve will not fix itself and run good then bad. Same with a piston.
It may be a valve lifter that is sticking pumped up and not allowing the valve to close. That can be confirmed by removing the valve cover and watch the valves move while running. You just need to remove the side with the issue. Number five is the third cylinder back on the driver side of the motor.
If it is a lifter, that is still a major job as the head has to be removed to replace the lifters. If you are going to do one, you should replace them all.
Also, while the head is off, the cam lobes need to be inspected for damage. It may also be a camshaft worn out causing damage to the lifter.
Roy
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Wednesday, November 14th, 2018 AT 7:46 AM