Jason_T Posted March 4, 2017 Report Share Posted March 4, 2017 Hi everyone - looking for feedback on my recently acquired '51 B3B pickup. Not sure the last time that it had run - but on compression test the #2 cylinder I'm getting nothing from (absolutely 0). the others are all around 85 to 110 PSI. Looking down the spark plug hole I do not see anything moving when I crank over the engine (which I presume I'm looking at the cylinder? v's a valve) Depending on costs to repair I'd be tempted to switch out to another frame / engine combo - but checking in to see if I missed something easy / cheap to fix thanks, Jason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Coatney Posted March 4, 2017 Report Share Posted March 4, 2017 When you look into the spark plug hole you are looking at the intake valve. No movement indicates a stuck valve. Suggest you remove the head for further inspection. Also suggest you purchase a service manual for your truck. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Oil Soup Posted March 4, 2017 Report Share Posted March 4, 2017 You might pull the valve covers and have a look there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason_T Posted March 4, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2017 Thanks for the feedback - and yes - I've got the Shop Manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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