Originally Posted by larrymopar360
You made a good start. Get that timing checked soon, and then I would try and do a compression/leak down test. Wonder if you COULD have a burnt valve on older engine like this.


This^ If you are going to pull the heads,do a leak down test after you pull the covers and rockers.It is easier to diagnose a bad valve or cylinder with air before disassembly .It gives you a direction to look for any issues that may not have been otherwise visually noticeable.