Regarding my mechanical experience, I have turned a few wrenches and burned a few rods, but I am certainly not a master mechanic.
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I would only consider someone a smart a** if they had no constructive advice to offer. I have never encountered such an individual on this site.
I refer to my shop as an Urgent Care Unit where I take Cubs that are about to expire and try to bring them back to life. This site is where I get second opinions and consults. And I really appreciate your input along with the photo. I will try a compression test with the compression release disconnected and see what I get.
Again, thanks so much for your helpful input.