Low Compression / 2 cylyndrs not firing

Aug 26, 2005 1 Replies

I was driving my truck and felt a sudden surge in the decrease of power. Compression on #1&4 is about 170 but compression on # 2 and 3 is about



125. It seems to have spark but the fuel is not firing, plugs are wet and therefore only firing on only 2 cylynders. I replaced the wires but no change. What would cause this and does anyone have any ideas on the troubleshooting of the problem. Spark may be a bit weak at 2 and 3 cylynders is there a test.

Sounds like a head gasket failure between the #2 and #3 cylinder. Any water in the oil (check the dip stick); any oil in the radiator fluid?

Paul.

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