View Single Post
Old 03-31-2021, 05:54 PM   #29
ericr
Senior Member
 
ericr's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 1,542
Default Re: Engine not starting - checked everything - no more idea

Quote:
Originally Posted by Dan Partain View Post
I'm not convinced that you will have really wet spark plugs if you are cranking with no spark or with the timing off. What I usually see is the carb dripping a lot of gas.

Since you can't use the timing pin to locate TDC due to using a Model B front cover, try this - Make sure you are using TDC on the compression stroke, not the exhaust stroke when you follow Les' instructions.
Take the spark plug out of the hole and put your thumb over the hole to feel for compression as the piston comes up. You can also see the piston through the spark plug hole with a flashlight.
I agree with you, Dan, if you over-choke the carb gas pours out of it.

Did we ever learn why he would have an incorrect timing gear cover on the car?
ericr is offline   Reply With Quote