Found these items in about 5 minutes The machine looks like it is missing a part in the bottom. I'll have a better look tomorrow. The leaf blower is a Troy built and I know their quality has really dropped. Now by not any means am I an engine expert but I know the basics and I don't think it has compression. http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/...ps0846bdae.jpg http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/...pscde3b911.jpg