I am going to do the compression test and see whats bad
I dont understand how the thing can run and preform fine once its started If its that shot.
I think I'll check timing too.
If the timing is off enough to have a partially open valve on compression Then I would show low compression also correct?
Is the engine temperature enough to make up the compression problem when running?
I guess I'm just hung up on the preformance once its up and going, it doesnt act like any car with engine trouble I have ever owned.
Also I beleive the 78,000 is true its a pretty little car no wear on seats or brake pedal etc.