stryped fired this volley in news:302a1d47-e137-
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One last thing I got to thinking, The valve cover hose that goes from
the valve cover to the carb is missing. (It never had one). Would this
cause a low compression reading?

No, but it could cause a problem with atomization of the fuel.

Think "vacuum leak" on a carbureted car.

No... don't.

LLoyd