Cylinder compression check numbers and spark plug reading inconsistent idle

teringer said
I believe there should be no fuel coming out venturies at idle unless choke is stuck on holding throttle slightly open or idle setting is holding the throttle open too far or float setting high correct me if I am wrong

toolmanmike said
Exactly

nm9stheham said
Yes, absolutely.... no fuel out of the venturis at idle. (They're 'auxiliary venturis' actually). It all should be a 'mist' out of the idle port and out of the transition port/slot at fast idle.... pretty much invisible.

Stuck float? Power/metering piston stuck in the up position or the vacuum source to the metering pistons plugged?

Here is a good idle circuit diagram that I think applies here:
2bbl Carter won't idle - Slant Six Forum

You're getting past my BBD knowledge now!

The dribbling may be when I have the idle speed screw adjusted to keep it running.

Thanks for that diagram, I think that perhaps my throttle plates aren't closing all the way. I'll have to check when I get home tonight.