782 kt17 with no compression #1 cylinder
I have a new to me Red IH 782 with the kt17 Series 2. It was not running when I got it and won't win any beauty contests but it is very complete and unmolested. With a good cleaning of the points it fired up and runs...However it only runs on cylinder 2.. I have checked things and what I have found is that there is Zero compression in cylinder 1 and about 85psi in #2. I have checked that I don't have a stuck valve and the clearance between the valve and tappet is in spec so it isn't that. I am new to the kt17 twin, so looking for things to check. I am not familiar with the compression release system on the kt17. Could that be the problem before I pull the motor and start tearing into it? Thanks
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