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Old 07-18-2011, 10:03 AM
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Thumbs up OK, lets start over and see what we can do.

1. Do you have spark? I think you said previously that you did.
- wires on correctly
- Points gapped correctly.
- Ensure plugs gapped correctly
- Spark to all plugs...remove individually and ensure spark to the end...wear a glove and use a pliers to hold the plug (threaded area) against the head) N0 gas fumes or open gas when doing this Should see spark across gap at the end of the plug.
2. Next, are you getting fuel.
-Fuel shut-off valves etc open.
-Fuel pump delivering fuel?
-If suspect remove and clean carb...do next(3) step before hauling the carb apart.
3. Check Compression. (quick check) Pull the plugs out and hold your thumb over the plug hole as someone turns the engine over with the starter. Holding your thumb over the hole as tight as you can the compression should push your thumb up allowing the air to escape. If you have that on all four cylinders you have enough compression to start the engine.

I won't be around all day but will check back in tonight to see how it went.
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