Re: Fouling 304

[Steve Stegmann <stegmann@domain.elided>]

Tom,

My first check would be the compression test.  If they're stuck open then
the comp test will show that. Comp test will show stuck closed too.  If 
the intakes are stuck closed, you can't get more air to pump up the 
compression. 

Stuck closed means bent push rods. Something has to give and the pushrods
are the likely candidates. 

When you pull off the cover, take out the pushrods and see if they're 
straight.  Should be perfectly straight. 

I would also take off the carb and put a mirror into the manifold.  See 
if there is anything in there blocking the passages.  Wasp nests come to 
mind.  We've had some experience in that area.

STeve

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