 2blu52
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06-21-12 09:28 AM - Post#2239800
In response to Mike_51_Deluxe
It takes, Air, Fuel, and Ignition to make an engine run. Air is not normally a problem. I would start with the ignition check the points, are they opening. Is there spark at the points as they open. If so check for spark at the plugs. Rotate the engine by hand with plugs out and check points for spark at #1 with both valves closed (rockers should move freely) If you have spark and the ball is lined up with the pointer on the bell housing then you should be good to go ignition wise so then it is a matter of making sure there is fuel there when the points open. Now if you have spark or power at the coil and to the distributor cap tower, it may be the condensor. Let us know what happens. By the way you are calling the distributor cap towers, Coils which is not correct. If you are priming the engine by putting gas in the carb throat you must replace the air cleaner prior to attempting to start. If you do not then a back fire can cause you lots of trouble. 
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Edited by 2blu52 on 06-21-12 09:30 AM. Reason for edit: No reason given.
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