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tubman · 04-10-2025, 08:02 PM

It'll probably start and run OK with those numbers. Before I changed the engine in my '51, it was between 85 and 100 on all eight and it was OK to drive daily. You may be OK (for a while) if they're all about the same. Hopefully, a couple dosed of Marvel Mystery Oil and some driving will cause the situation to improve. Maybe a couple of shots of Sea Foam down the carb, as well.

Don't expect any "seat of the pants" thrills, though.

04-10-2025, 08:02 PM	#2
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 12,147	Re: Compression It'll probably start and run OK with those numbers. Before I changed the engine in my '51, it was between 85 and 100 on all eight and it was OK to drive daily. You may be OK (for a while) if they're all about the same. Hopefully, a couple dosed of Marvel Mystery Oil and some driving will cause the situation to improve. Maybe a couple of shots of Sea Foam down the carb, as well. Don't expect any "seat of the pants" thrills, though.