Yes
The vacuum leak will cause the engine to run lean.
There is a "power valve" in carburetors that richens the air/fuel mixture when the throttle is suddenly opened to prevent a lean condition, which would make the motor stumble.
Poor performance, poor economy, rough idle, lean burn causing valve or piston problems...
It is possible if it was putting too much exhaust back into the engine causing it to run lean. I'd check for any computer codes for the EGR valve. They should tell you what is wrong.
The exhaust pipe will turn red when the engine is running lean. You may have an EGR valve problem, vacuum leak or other problems that can cause the engine to run lean. A lean running engine can burn valves or pistons and causes other problems. Whatever the cause, it needs to be repaired before you put more miles on the engine, otherwise you'll ruin it, if you haven't already.
Not sure what "suck a valve" means, but running an engine with no exhaust could easily cause the exhaust valves to get hot enough to melt. Exhaust valves get very hot and if you just shut off the engine with no exhaust manifold in place the cold air can cause an exhaust valve to warp, then,next time you run the engine it will not seat properly.Many people don't understand and assume that if ANY part of the exhaust system is missing you can warp a valve but that fear is just the result of failing to understand the root cause of the problem. On the other hand, a lean burning engine can overheat the valves to the point that the metal can become soft.
Running too lean.
as u lean over engine on right hand side under fuel filter block.
while adding top end (valve train) lubrication, the oil will lower the octane rating of the fuel being used, cause massive carbon build-up, possible plug fouling, and lean mixtures that can cause overheating.
This would cause an extreme lean condition which would lead to severe engine damage, such as melted pistons or valve seats, burnt valves and blown head gaskets.
A vacuum leak can cause a lean burn.