<VV> What causes a dead cylinder?

[Randolph Perry]

I have found another nice car locally (read that near Augusta, GA., where I
currently reside), 1966 Corvair Corsa, 140/4, fresh paint, new tires, new
weather stripping/fuzzies/brakes, carbs rebuilt, compression checks on all
cylinders good, just one problem, number 1 cylinder is skipping, took the
plug off while running, didn't make a difference in the way the engine run.
Any suggestions? Even if I don't end up buying the car, I would like to help
the gentleman that currently owns it out!

Randy Perry
Formerly in Bossier City, LA, current digs Augusta, GA.
2-65 Corvair Corsas (Bossier City), and working towards a 66 thatI can drive
home to Bossier City!