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Old 03-19-2013, 10:48 AM   #26
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Originally Posted by ford1948f1 View Post
Hi everyone, I have a 1948 ford f1 v8 flathead with no compression on 4 cylinders. I have removed the heads and intake and valves are free, what could cause this. I was told from Previous owner that the truck was running fine with no problems but due to his health condition he had it park for 9 years.
Where have I heard "it ran when parked" before?

Sorry for the jab. Seriously, it sounds like a valve job is in order. You may not even have to replace any parts, but you do need to disassemble, inspect, clean & fix anything that needs fixin'.

Pull the heads and manifold off. Rotate the crank and see what you can see.
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