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Low compression

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  • Start date Start date Sep 19, 2010

ID89GT

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I have low compression in my number 8 cylinder, what all could be possible issues? It cranks over just fine with no noises or anything and all the valve train looks to be good from what I can see without pulling anything apart besides the valve cover
 
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Burnt valve
Blown Head Gasket
Valve stuck open(unseated)
Pushrod Too long
Bent Rocker arm
Cracked Piston
Rings Broke
 
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