Re: IML: Sick 440!

[Brad Hogg <luxoliner@xxxxxxx>]

Head gasket is busted between cyl 1 and 3 and probably between 3 and 5. 
This is a fairly easy fix.  Remove intake, remove head, replace gasket, 
replace head, replace intake.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "James Rekus" <skrazo@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: "Imperial Club" <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2005 7:05 AM
Subject: IML: Sick 440!


The other day, while starting my 69 Coronet, it backfired.  The engine
immediately had a noticeable "miss".  A few days later I removed all spark
plugs and did a compression test. The results were as follows:

Cyl 1 (engine cold): 0 psi
Cyl 3: 0 psi
Cyl 5: 30 psi
Cyl 7: 130 psi

Right bank Cyl's were all OK.

I removed the valve cover and cranked the engine. All rocker arms & pushrods
seemed normal.  Removed rocker arms & pushrods - all OK. Removed the
cylinder head - cannot see any markings on gasket indicating a leak through
between cylinders. Valves appear OK. Head appears OK. Have not yet checked
valve seats. Looking at top of pistons with a strong light indicates they
are OK.

After I check valve seats,  I don't know what to do next. Would appreciate
any comments or ideas from the group?

Thanks..........................James



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