Thanks to all for the suggestions!!! Guess I'll have to pull the distributor
and check everything. For those that asked it is a 59 BT7 with a new petronix
electronic distributor. Pretty sure I have electrical wiring correct.
How do you know if the distributor drive dog is off 180deg?
Thanks,
Simon
Cell 860-324-0248
> On Jan 6, 2014, at 6:48 AM, Michael Oritt <michael.oritt@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> My bet is timing--Michael
>
>
>> On Sun, Jan 5, 2014 at 8:58 PM, Simon Atkinson <satkinson1974@gmail.com>
wrote:
>> Tried to start her up after 10yrs today and a complete rebuild. No go....
>> Here's what's happening and could use some help...
>>
>> Have oil pressure
>> I think timing was set good to TDC
>> Engine turns and tries to start
>> Getting some smoke from air cleaners
>> Little back firing from exhaust
>> Starter turns and then spins after either 3 or 6 seconds (max).
>> Have fully charged battery
>>
>>
>> Starter issue?
>> Timing issue?
>> Carbs fuel/air mixture issue?
>>
>> Any advice (sorry I know hard to troubleshoot from a far) would be
>> appreciated!
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Simon
>> Cell 860-324-0248
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